Discoverer of dead waters in Honkai: StarRail — a set of artifacts, the effects of which are directly related to the weakening applied to opponents during battle. Half of the set increases the damage dealt, and the full set offers good increases in critical characteristics, depending on how many negative statuses are active at the current moment of the battle.
In the guide we will look at who is suitable for the Dead Water Discoverer in HSR, as well as the operating conditions of the kit. Let's consider light cones with built-in nerfs that can make activating a full set easier. In addition, we will explain with what other Cave relics the set fits best.
Where to get the Discoverer of Dead Waters relic set
The Cave Relics in question are found in the Penaconia dungeon, which can be reached during the completion of the Development missions from the chain "Long Day Journeys into Night". Therefore, to unlock the Deadwater Discoverer in HSR, you must progress through the game's main story campaign. Next, we will consider all the ways to obtain a set of artifacts.
Cave of Corrosion: Path to Sleep
Kit parts are farmed inside the activity "Cave of Corrosion: The Path to Sleep", which is located in the location hotel "Dreams" (World of Dreams). In this dungeon, the Deadwater Pathfinder is on par with another set, "The Watchmaker of Sleepy Shenanigans".
Depending on the difficulty of the challenge, the rarity of the relics dropped changes:
- 2⭐ are found up to level II.
- 3⭐ are knocked out at all stages.
- 4⭐ can be obtained on any difficulty, but the drop rate increases as it increases.
- 5⭐ occurs at stages III-V.
Synthesis of relics
A more affordable way to get Deadwater Discoverer is Synthesis of relics. To do this, you need to disassemble the legendary parts of the set into Fragments, then create new ones in the appropriate section. Usage self-modeling resin will allow you to choose the main characteristic that is beneficial for the future owner of the set.
How does the Dead Water Discoverer work?
Two parts of the set increase damage dealt against enemies with debuffs. The full set effect consists of three buffs:
- increase to crit. chance (permanent effect);
- increase in crit. damage (depends on the number of debuffs);
- doubling the passive of 4 parts (if the wearer applies a debuff).
Since increasing crit. Damage is affected by the number of debuffs, additional sources of negative effects may be required. Next light cones have skills that will be useful when playing with the Discoverer of Dead Waters:
- Resolution Shines As Pearls of Sweat (Non-existence) - lowers the enemy’s defense for 1 turn;
- Patience Is All You Need (Non-existence) — “Shock” status for 1 turn;
- Incessant Rain (Non-existence) - increases damage received for 1 turn;
- Worrisome, Blissful (Hunting) - imposes the “Taming” status and increases crit. damage, respectively (stacks up to 2 times);
- Trend of the Universal Market (Save) - Burning status for 2 turns.
Set Bonuses
2 parts: Increases damage dealt to enemies with Debuffs by 12%.
4 parts: Increases crit. chance by 4%. The owner's damage dealt to enemies with at least 2/3 debuffs increases by 8%/12% respectively. After the owner applies a Debuff to an enemy, the above effects are increased by 100% for 1 turn.
Features
Hero builds are based not only on the effects of the set, but also on the characteristics that each part is endowed with. Below are all the parameters that may come across when leveling up 5⭐ relics:
- Head — Thermal insulation clothing of the discoverer
- Hands — Poleless Discoverer's Compass
- Body — Discoverer's Lead Spacesuit
- Boots — Discoverer's Star Anchor
Who is suitable for the Discoverer of Dead Waters in Honkai: Star Rail
Cave relics increase damage through increases in crits and increased damage done, and therefore are recommended for characters in the positions of main and secondary DPS. The set's double bonus conditions narrow the circle of ideal carriers to characters with built-in debuffing skills.
Passives can also help in activating the last part light cones with the ability to apply weakening (suitable weapon “cards” were discussed earlier).
The table below shows those characters who are suitable for the Discoverer of Dead Waters:
| Character | Features |
|---|---|
 | For Veritas, this set of cave relics can be called a signature set, as it fits perfectly with his gameplay. The main damage-dealing skill of the hero is bonus attack, the success of which is directly related to the number of debuffs on the targets: if there are 2-3 negative effects, the chance of execution is 80-100%, respectively. Stable maintenance of a double bonus to crit. chance and damage will be provided by the “Inference” trail, which reduces resistance to effects. |
 | Squads that feature Acheron as their main DPS character focus on constantly applying and updating various negative statuses. The reason lies in the mechanics of the Galaxy Ranger - the spread of weakening allows the girl to quickly accumulate charges of “Cracked Dream” to use her superpower. As a result, Discoverer of Dead Waters becomes the ideal kit for Acheron. In addition, the heroine can keep the full set running even without signature light cone, because when a girl uses a superpower, she lowers all types of opponents’ resistance until the end of the “Cracked Dream, Scarlet Tears” action (mechanics of the “Raindrops on Crimson Petals” talent). |
 | Reduces the target's speed with a skill, so it can also become an ideal carrier. In addition, Pathfinder of the Dead Waters seems to be the most suitable set for Dan Heng at the moment: unlike the set for the wind damage bonus, the 4-piece passive of Pathfinder affects crits, and does not advance the action. When playing with a set in a squad, it is necessary to provide heroes that support the required number of weakens. |
 | Causes up to 3 negative effects on enemies. For a senior crew member, the kit will be slightly stronger than the signature one "Wastelander of Banditry Desert", endowed with a similar passive. The hero consistently applies a speed reduction with his skill, so he will not encounter difficulties activating the last part of the set’s effects. However, maintaining the required number of debuffs will require frequent ultimate or the help of debuffer allies. |
 | Capable of applying up to 7 debuffs to one target, as well as dealing good damage. Thanks to the “Waiting for system response...” talent, the heroine’s attacks have a high chance of causing various negative effects in opponents, which is why the girl can easily use all the capabilities of the kit. The set will be useful in the sub-death position, where the Silver Wolf will be happy with the increase in damage dealt and additional crits. |
 | Maintains up to 2 Debuffs throughout the fight. In teams, the hero takes the positions of the main and secondary damage dealer, and also feels good in the critical build. However, the set in question does not work for Bleeding, a periodic status that depends on attack power and is an important source of damage. For this reason, the set is considered solely as an alternative. |
 | The skill imposes 1 negative DoT status on several enemies. The heroine occupies the positions of main and sub-dd, and also plays on attack power and crits. Due to the small number of debuffs, she needs to maintain debuffs by team members, which is why she becomes dependent on the squad. The set can be equipped as an alternative to balance crits. |
 | Like Serval, inflicts 1 periodic fire status with a skill. In teams she occupies the position of damage dealer, so she can become the owner of a set. At the same time, it has a wide range of suitable equipment with more advantageous passives. For this reason, the set is again considered solely as an alternative. |
 | During the activation of the ultimate skill “O-I’m late!” is capable of imposing the negative “Frozen” status on the enemy, and as a result, can support the operation of a full set without any problems. However, he needs a properly selected squad, like some of the characters above, in order to fully unleash his own combat power. Otherwise, the set will be inferior to the elemental set for the frost damage bonus (Glacierforest Hunter), as well as various 2x2 combos. |
 | The skill applies the “Mockery” weakening to the enemy, who becomes the target of the Duel. Cowboy depletes his opponent's durability quite quickly, causing Bleed, which is also a debuff. However, he is not able to cause this effect constantly, since he is not a DoT hero. Stably supports only 1 negative status, so it is advisable to add a Path of Non-existence sub-dd to it. |
 | Can use this set as an alternative if there are other characters in the squad who specialize in weakening. Yunli herself is not able to receive all the stacks, since she has only one built-in negative effect - when the ultimate is activated, it applies “Taunt” to all opponents. |
Let's look separately at characters who also impose various debuffs, however not recommended as the main carriers of the set:
- Black Swan, Kafka, Sampo и Guinaifen rely on DoT damage and play best with a set "Prisoner in Deep Confinement", which allows you to ignore enemy defenses. Replacing the set will negatively affect the damage of the main mechanics.
- Signature kits Topaz, Himeko, Yanqing и Aventurina fully satisfy the needs of the owners.
- Pela, although it causes a fair amount of debuffs, will not be worth the investment due to low skill scaling.
For damage dealers without the ability to apply debuffs, the set can be placed in as an alternative with good stats. In this case, it is necessary to provide debuffers in the team, and also take into account that the character will not be able to receive a double increase in crit. chance and damage.
What relics can be combined with
Since not all characters benefit from the effects of full sets, sometimes you should opt for a combination of two different sets. Deadwater Discoverer can be paired favorably with the following Cave Relics:
- Combination with elemental damage bonus sets for overall buffing - Wastelander of Banditry Desert, Hunter of Glacial Forest, Champion of Streetwise Boxing, Genius of Brilliant Stars, Band of Sizzling Thunder , Eagle of Twilight Line, Firesmith of Lava-Forging.
- For certain heroes, situational characteristics may be required: penetration effect, bonus attack damage, outgoing healing, and others - Thief of Shooting Meteor , The Ashblazing Grand Duke, Passerby of Wandering Cloud, Watchmaker, Master of Dream Machinations.
- You can increase the universal characteristics of attack power or speed - Musketeer of Wild Wheat, Prisoner in Deep Confinement, Messenger Traversing Hackerspace.
- The character’s survivability will be provided by additional protection, HP or a set to reduce damage received - Longevous Disciple, Knight of Purity Palace, Guard of Wuthering Snow.
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