Palworld Venom Gland: Drops, Farming, and Recipes
Venom Gland is a common crafting material in Palworld, described in-game as "a material obtainable from poisonous Pals." It is mainly used to craft poison ranged weapons (Poison Bow, Poison Arrows, the Poison Arrow Crossbow) and several Pal saddles and gear. This page covers which Pals drop it, where else to get it, and the full list of recipes that need it.
Venom Gland at a glance
- Type: Crafting material
- Rarity / Rank: Common, Rank 1
- Sell value: 100 Gold Coin
- Main use: Crafting Poison Arrows, the Poison Bow, the Poison Arrow Crossbow, and certain Pal saddles/gear
Which Pals drop Venom Gland
Venom Gland drops from poisonous Pals, most of which carry the Dark element. The following Pals drop it (alpha and Dark variants drop it too):
- Cawgnito
- Daedream
- Depresso
- Helzephyr
- Killamari
- Menasting
- Prixter
- Ghangler
- Tarantriss
- Caprity Noct
- Shroomer Noct
- Croajiro Noct
For early farming, Depresso and Daedream are the easiest sources. Most Dark-element Pals spawn at night, so hunting after dark is more reliable. Dragon-element Pals are effective against Dark-element targets.
Other ways to get Venom Gland
- Merchants: Buy it from Wandering Merchants / Caravan Leaders for 100 Gold each.
- Caprity Noct Ranch (Feybreak update): Assigning a Caprity Noct to a Ranch produces Venom Gland through its partner skill.
- Expeditions / chests: The Grass (Hard) expedition can return Venom Gland, and it can be looted from chests.
Recipes that use Venom Gland
Weapons and ammo
| Item | Unlock (Technology Level) | Venom Gland needed | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poison Arrow (crafts 5) | Comes with the Poison Bow | 1 | One craft yields 5 Poison Arrows |
| Poison Bow | Level 8 (2 tech points) | 2 | Also needs Wood x40, Stone x8, Fiber x20. Base damage 65 |
| Poison Arrow Crossbow | Level 17 (2 tech points) | 5 | Also needs Wood x50, Stone x50, Ingot x15, Nail x5 |
| Dark Grenade | Crafted from the Workbench | 1 | Throwable |
Pal gear and saddles
| Item | Venom Gland needed |
|---|---|
| Killamari's Gloves | 5 |
| Depresso Helmet | 25 |
| Tarantriss Saddle | 30 |
| Shadowbeak Saddle | 60 |
| Frostallion Noct Saddle | 60 |
| Depresso Armor | 75 |
Furniture
Several decorative items also use a small amount of Venom Gland (1 each), including the Antique Carpet, the Antique Green Wooden Chair, and the Green Metal Barrel.
Farming tips
- Hunt at night. Most Dark-element droppers spawn after dark.
- Start with Depresso and Daedream. They appear early and are easy to catch or defeat.
- Use a Dragon-element Pal. Dragon is strong against Dark, so it speeds up clears.
- Buy the gap. If you only need a handful for the Poison Bow or a saddle, merchants sell Venom Gland for 100 Gold each.
- Run a Caprity Noct ranch. After the Feybreak update, a ranched Caprity Noct produces Venom Gland passively.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Pals drop Venom Gland?
Cawgnito, Daedream, Depresso, Helzephyr, Killamari, Menasting, Prixter, Ghangler, Tarantriss, Caprity Noct, Shroomer Noct, and Croajiro Noct, plus their alpha and Dark variants. Depresso and Daedream are the easiest early sources.
What is Venom Gland used for?
It is mainly used to craft Poison Arrows, the Poison Bow, and the Poison Arrow Crossbow, as well as the Dark Grenade and several Pal saddles and gear such as Killamari's Gloves, the Shadowbeak Saddle, and the Frostallion Noct Saddle.
What is the Poison Bow recipe?
The Poison Bow unlocks at Level 8 (2 technology points) and costs Wood x40, Stone x8, Fiber x20, and Venom Gland x2. It has a base damage of 65 and fires Poison Arrows.
How do I get Poison Arrows?
Poison Arrows are crafted in batches of 5 using 1 Venom Gland (plus Wood and a little Stone). The recipe becomes available alongside the Poison Bow.
Can I buy Venom Gland instead of farming it?
Yes. Wandering Merchants and Caravan Leaders sell Venom Gland for 100 Gold each, which is handy when you only need a few for an early recipe.
Can I produce Venom Gland without fighting?
Yes. After the Feybreak update, assigning a Caprity Noct to a Ranch produces Venom Gland through its partner skill.
Related Guides
Venom Gland is easy to stock up on once you know where to look: clear a few Dark-element Pals at night, ranch a Caprity Noct, and buy the rest from a merchant. From there you can keep the Poison Bow and Poison Arrow Crossbow supplied and craft the Pal saddles that need it.
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