Medals serve as a special currency in Palworld, distinct from regular gold coins. They are earned through combat achievements, exploration milestones, dungeon clears, and defeating specific Pals or bosses. Unlike gold, medals can only be spent at specialized medal merchants, making them a gatekeeper currency for some of the game's most powerful and unique items.

Medals come in several varieties depending on the region and the activity that earned them:

Medal Type	Source	Typical Use
Combat Medals	Defeating wild Pals and bosses	Weapons and armor
Exploration Medals	Discovering new areas and landmarks	Maps, gadgets, and utilities
Dungeon Medals	Clearing dungeon floors	Rare crafting materials
Event Medals	Seasonal or timed events	Exclusive cosmetics and Pals

Understanding which medals you need and where to spend them is the key to getting the most value from your time in the Windswept Islands.

The Windswept Islands contain three primary medal merchant locations, each with a slightly different inventory focus. Here's where to find them:

1. Port Windswept — The Main Merchant Hub

Port Windswept is the largest settlement in the region and home to the most well-stocked medal merchant in the area. You'll find this NPC near the central marketplace, close to the fast-travel waypoint.

How to get there: Fast-travel to Port Windswept and head toward the central plaza. The merchant sets up near the fountain, identifiable by the distinctive golden medal emblem above their stall.

What they sell: This merchant carries a full range of medal-exclusive items, including weapons, armor upgrades, rare crafting materials, and Pal equipment. They restock periodically, so check back after major game updates or in-game events.

2. Cliffside Outpost — The Combat Specialist

Perched on a dramatic cliff overlooking the western shore, the Cliffside Outpost merchant specializes in combat-oriented rewards. If you're farming combat medals from the wild Pals that roam the island's rocky terrain, this is your go-to vendor.

How to get there: From Port Windswept, travel west along the coastal path. The outpost is visible from a distance — look for the watchtower structure on the cliff edge.

What they sell: Combat-focused gear including high-damage weapons, defensive shields, Pal battle items, and stat-boosting consumables.

3. Sunken Temple Ruins — The Rare Exchange

Hidden among the partially submerged ruins in the southern part of the Windswept Islands, this merchant is the hardest to find but offers the rarest rewards. The Sunken Temple Ruins merchant deals in dungeon medals and event medals, offering items you won't find anywhere else.

How to get there: You'll need a Pal capable of swimming or gliding to reach the ruins. Navigate south from Port Windswept toward the island chain, and look for the crumbling pillar structures rising from the water.

What they sell: Exclusive Pal eggs, legendary crafting blueprints, rare accessories, and unique base furniture recipes.

Each merchant carries dozens of items, but not all purchases are created equal. Here's a prioritized breakdown of the best items to exchange your medals for, ranked by value and usefulness.

Tier S — Must-Buy Items

These items provide the highest return on your medal investment and should be your top priority:

• Legendary Pal Equipment Blueprints — Unlocks crafting for top-tier Pal gear that dramatically improves your Pals' combat performance.
• Stat-Boosting Accessories — Permanent passive bonuses that stack with other equipment. These are rare and often only available from medal merchants.
• Rare Pal Eggs — Merchant-sold Pal eggs often contain Pals with better-than-average stats or rare skills, giving you a shortcut to building a powerful team.

Tier A — High-Value Purchases

• Advanced Crafting Materials — Materials that are otherwise time-consuming to farm manually. Buying these with medals saves hours of grinding.
• Weapon Upgrade Kits -- Essential for keeping your gear competitive in the late game.
• Pal Healing Items (Bulk) -- Stock up on these if you plan to dungeon-crawl or tackle bosses in the area.

Tier B — Situational or Niche Items

• Cosmetic Items — Great for personalizing your character and Pals, but offer no gameplay advantage.
• Base Furniture Recipes -- Nice for decorating, but purely aesthetic.
• Consumable Buffs — Useful in specific situations but often outclassed by crafted alternatives.

Pro Tip: Always check the merchant's inventory after a major game update or seasonal event. Pocket Pair frequently adds new medal-exclusive items that can shift the value hierarchy significantly.

Farming medals doesn't have to be a grind. With the right strategy, you can accumulate hundreds of medals per session. Here are the most efficient methods:

Method 1: Wild Pal Combat Loop

The Windswept Islands are densely populated with mid-to-high level wild Pals. Set up a combat loop along the coastal paths and inland ridges where Pal spawn rates are highest.

Recommended route: Start at Port Windswept, head north along the beach, circle through the interior highlands, and return via the southern coast. This loop covers approximately 15-20 Pal spawns and takes about 20-30 minutes depending on your team's strength.

Pal Species	Location	Medal Drop
Surfent	Coastal waters	3-5 Combat Medals
Helzephyr	Highland cliffs	5-8 Combat Medals
Fuddler	Interior fields	2-3 Combat Medals
Rooby	Volcanic edges	2-4 Combat Medals

Method 2: Dungeon Clearing

The Windswept Islands contain several dungeons that reward dungeon medals upon completion. Speed-clearing these dungeons on repeat is one of the fastest ways to accumulate medals, especially if you have a strong team.

Best dungeon for medal farming: The Galesong Ruins dungeon offers the highest medal-per-minute ratio due to its relatively short length and generous completion rewards.

Method 3: Exploration Checkpoints

If you haven't fully explored the Windswept Islands, simply visiting undiscovered locations grants exploration medals. Use a map guide to systematically clear all unexplored areas — you'll earn medals while also unlocking fast-travel points and resource nodes.

Method 4: Event Participation

During limited-time events, medal drop rates are often boosted and special event medals become available. Participating in events is essentially free medals if you're already playing, so never skip an active event while in the Windswept Islands.

Pro Tip: Combine multiple farming methods in a single session. Start with a dungeon run, follow it with the combat loop, and finish by checking any unexplored map sections. This multi-method approach can net you 200+ medals in under an hour.

Getting medals is only half the equation. Making smart spending decisions ensures you get the most out of every medal you earn:

1. Prioritize permanent upgrades over consumables. Stat-boosting accessories and blueprints provide lasting value, while healing items and buffs are gone once used.

2. Save for legendary items. If a merchant has a high-cost legendary item in stock, it's usually worth saving your medals rather than spending them on multiple cheaper items.

3. Check all three merchants before buying. Each merchant has unique stock, and an item you're looking for might be cheaper or only available at a different location.

4. Don't neglect Pal equipment. Upgrading your Pals' gear through medal-merchant blueprints is one of the most underrated power improvements in the game.

5. Trade duplicates with friends. If your server supports trading, some medal items can be exchanged with other players. Coordinate to get items that benefit your playstyle.

Here's a quick-reference summary of everything covered in this guide:

Merchant	Location	Specialty	Best For
Port Windswept	Central plaza	Full range	First-time shopping
Cliffside Outpost	Western cliffs	Combat gear	Weapons and armor
Sunken Temple Ruins	Southern waters	Rare/exclusive	Legendary items

The Windswept Islands medal merchants are among the most valuable NPCs in Palworld, offering exclusive items that you simply cannot obtain anywhere else. By knowing where to find each merchant, understanding what they sell, and farming medals efficiently, you'll be able to stock up on the best gear and give your Pals a significant edge in combat and exploration.

Remember to revisit merchants regularly, prioritize permanent upgrades, and take advantage of event bonuses to maximize your medal earnings. Happy exploring, Trainers!

Where is the main medal merchant in the Windswept Islands?

The main medal merchant is located in Port Windswept, the largest settlement in the region. Head to the central plaza near the fountain after fast-traveling to the Port Windswept waypoint. Look for the golden medal emblem above the stall.

What is the best way to farm medals quickly?

The most efficient medal farming method combines a wild Pal combat loop along the coastal paths and highlands with periodic dungeon clears. The Galesong Ruins dungeon offers the best medal-per-minute ratio. During events, focus on event activities for boosted medal drop rates.

What should I buy first from the medal merchant?

Prioritize Tier S items: Legendary Pal Equipment Blueprints, Stat-Boosting Accessories, and Rare Pal Eggs. These provide the highest long-term value compared to consumables or cosmetic items.

Do medal merchants restock their inventory?

Yes, medal merchants restock periodically. Their inventory may also change after major game updates or seasonal events. It's a good habit to check their stock every few in-game days or after any update.

Can I get medals outside the Windswept Islands?

Yes, medals can be earned throughout Palworld via combat, exploration, dungeons, and events. However, the Windswept Islands merchants offer unique items not found at merchant locations in other regions, making it worth traveling here specifically for medal exchanges.