The Diamond Panther is one of the most exclusive and visually striking pets in Grow a Garden. As one of only two Divine Pets introduced in the Smithing update, it’s a status symbol with a unique and powerful ability. This guide will cover everything you need to know about what the Diamond Panther does and the steps to get one.
What is the Diamond Panther?
The Diamond Panther is a Divine-rarity pet renowned for its dazzling appearance, featuring a body made of diamond with sparkling visual effects. Beyond its looks, it possesses a rare passive ability that can help extend the lifespan of your other pets, making it a highly valuable asset for dedicated players.
How to Get the Diamond Panther in Grow a Garden
Obtaining the Diamond Panther is a challenge due to its extremely low drop rate. There is only one source for this pet, and it requires patience and resources.
The Only Source: Gem Egg
The Diamond Panther can only be hatched from a Gem Egg. The chance of hatching a Diamond Panther from a Gem Egg is only 0.5%, meaning you will likely need to hatch multiple eggs to get one.
There are two ways to acquire a Gem Egg:
1. Buying from the Pet Egg Shop
Cost: 149 Robux.
Availability: The Gem Egg has a Prismatic rarity, meaning its stock in the shop is very low and it sells out quickly.
2. Crafting During the Event
You can craft a Gem Egg at the Event Crafting Table. Here are the required materials:
1x Common Egg (Purchasable from the Pet Egg Shop).
3x Common Coal (Obtained by turning in eggs, gear, and fruits at the Forge during the event).
1,000,000 Sheckles.
The crafting process itself takes 10 minutes. Once you have the Gem Egg, you must place it in your garden and wait for it to incubate for 8 hours before it hatches.
What Does the Diamond Panther Do? The 12 Carats Ability
The Diamond Panther’s value comes from its unique passive ability called 12 Carats.
Effect: When you harvest a fruit that has 12 or more Mutations, there is a 4% to 8% chance to increase the lifespan of a random pet in your garden.
How It Works: This ability is chance-based and does not activate on every harvest. It only has a chance to trigger when the harvested fruit meets the 12+ Mutation requirement. Fruits with fewer than 12 Mutations will not trigger the ability at all.
The Diamond Panther is only the second pet in the game (after the French Fry Ferret) with an ability that can increase pet longevity.
Tips for Maximizing the Diamond Panther’s Ability
To make the most of the 12 Carats ability, you need to consistently grow high-mutation fruits.
Utilize Weather Events: During Admin Abuse festivities, weather events like Black Hole, Disco, and Junkbot Raid increase the chance for plants to develop Mutations. This is the best time to farm for 12+ Mutation fruits and activate the Diamond Panther’s ability more frequently.
Pet Mutations: The Diamond Panther itself can be mutated using the Pet Mutation Machine. While specific mutation effects are not detailed here, mutating it could potentially enhance its existing abilities or add new ones.
FAQ
Q: What is the hatch chance for a Diamond Panther from a Gem Egg?
A: The hatch chance is 0.5%.
Q: Can I get the Diamond Panther without a Gem Egg?
A: No. The Gem Egg is the only known source for obtaining the Diamond Panther.
Q: Does the 12 Carats ability work on fruits with less than 12 Mutations?
A: No. The ability only has a chance to activate when you harvest a fruit with 12 or more Mutations.
Q: Is the lifespan increase from 12 Carats guaranteed?
A: No, it is not guaranteed. The effect has a random chance (4-8%) to occur when the condition is met, and it will affect a random pet.
Conclusion
The Diamond Panther in Grow a Garden is a true end-game pet, combining a spectacular diamond appearance with a powerful, unique ability. The path to obtaining one is grindy, requiring either a significant Robux investment or dedicated event crafting for Gem Eggs, followed by luck. However, for players looking to maximize their garden’s efficiency and extend the lives of their pets, the Diamond Panther’s 12 Carats ability is unmatched. By focusing on growing high-mutation fruits during special weather events, you can fully leverage this Divine Pet’s potential.