Garden Growers can enhance their companions through transformative alterations introduced in recent updates. These modifications mirror plant evolution mechanics but focus exclusively on creature companions, unlocking unique skill sets and traits.
Our comprehensive breakdown explores companion transformations and catalogs available variants. Prioritize obtaining the Ascended mutation if possible – its Dawnbound application proves exceptionally valuable for crop enhancement during extended expeditions.
Companion Transformation Mechanics
| Pet Mutation | Ability | Odds to receive |
|---|---|---|
| Ascended | Every 300-360 metres travelled, there’s a 75-90% chance to apply the Dawnbound mutation to crops. | 0.31% |
| Corrupt | Applies Corrupt mutation to a crop every 25 minutes. | 3.12% |
| Tranquil | Applies Tranquil mutation to a crop every 25 minutes. | 3.12% |
| Rainbow | Provides a larger boost to the pet’s passive ability. | 3.12% |
| Shocked | During Thunderstorms, every 45-60 seconds the pet has a 25-30% chance to attract lightning srikes, shocking nearby crops. | 3.12% |
| Radiant | Every 20-30 metres, the sunlight it emits quickens the growth of a plant by 24 hours. | 3.12% |
| IronSkin | Has a 35-45% chance to recover any fruit that is stolen. | 3.12% |
| Mega | Pet becomes massive, increasing the hunger rate by 20% and gaining an additional 10-40 XP every second. | 6.23% |
| Tiny | The pet becomes tiny, slowing their hunger rate down by 20% and gains an additional 5-30 XP every second. | 6.23% |
| Golden | Boosts the pet’s passive ability. | 6.23% |
| Frozen | Provides a 20-30% chance that, after 0.5-5 metres, nearby fruits receive the Frozen mutation. | 9.35% |
| Windy | Provides a 20-30% chance that, after 30-300 metres, nearby fruits obtain the Windstruck mutation. | 9.35% |
| Inverted | Provides a 30% boost to XP earned by the pet every second. | 15.58% |
| Shiny | Provides a 15% boost to XP earned by the pet every second. | 31.15% |
Mutation Acquisition Process
Companion enhancements require interaction with specialized equipment near pet vendors. This machinery becomes operational when a creature reaches maturity level 50. The transformation process resets companion age to level 1, requiring approximately sixty minutes to complete unless expedited with premium currency.
Accelerated Maturation Techniques
Effective strategies for rapid companion growth include:
- Administer Small Treats for half-day XP enhancement
- Provide Medium Treats for full-day experience boosts
- Implement Levelup Lollipops for instant year progression
- Utilize XP-enhancing companions: Nocturnal Birds, Marine Species, and Prehistoric Helpers