The Pioneer Diver Of Dead Waters is a Cavern Relic set in Honkai: Star Rail, specifically designed to amplify the damage output of characters who excel at applying debuffs. This set, found in Penacony, can significantly enhance the combat effectiveness of certain characters by boosting their damage against debuffed enemies and increasing their Crit stats. Let’s dive into the effects, best characters, and location to farm this powerful relic set.
Pioneer Diver of Dead Waters Relic Effects
This relic set focuses on increasing damage against debuffed enemies, making it ideal for characters who can consistently apply debuffs as part of their kit. Here’s a breakdown of the set effects:
Pioneer Diver of Dead Waters Set Bonuses
| Piece Set | Effect |
|---|---|
| 2-Piece Effect | Increases DMG dealt to enemies with debuff by 12%. |
| 4-Piece Effect | Increases CRIT Rate by 4%. The wearer deals 8%/12% increased CRIT DMG to enemies with at least 2/3 debuffs. After the wearer inflicts a debuff on enemy targets, the aforementioned effects increase by 100%, lasting for 1 turn(s). |
Honkai Star Rail – Pioneer Diver of Dead Waters Cavern Relic
The 2-piece bonus provides a straightforward damage increase against debuffed enemies, making it immediately beneficial for debuff-focused characters. The 4-piece bonus further enhances damage potential by adding Crit Rate and Crit Damage, with a significant boost triggered by inflicting debuffs. This encourages an active playstyle focused on consistently applying debuffs to maximize damage output.
Best Characters for Pioneer Diver of Dead Waters
The Pioneer Diver of Dead Waters set shines on characters who can reliably apply debuffs and benefit from increased damage against debuffed targets. Here are some of the best characters in Honkai: Star Rail to equip with this relic set:
Top Character Synergies
| Character | Explanation |
|---|---|
| Moze | Moze’s ‘Prey’ effect, a core part of his kit, is considered a debuff. This allows Moze to effortlessly activate the 4-piece effect, making this set highly effective for him. |
| Aventurine | If built as a Sub-DPS rather than purely a shielder, Aventurine benefits greatly from this set. His Ultimate applies a debuff, enhancing the 4-piece effect and boosting his damage potential. |
| Acheron | Currently, this is considered Acheron’s best-in-slot relic set. Acheron’s kit is designed around dealing damage to debuffed enemies, perfectly aligning with the set’s effects and maximizing her damage output. |
| Dr. Ratio | Similar to Acheron, this set is also best-in-slot for Dr. Ratio. His kit is designed to exploit debuffed enemies, and his Ultimate is also considered a debuff, further enhancing the 4-piece set bonus. |
| Welt | Despite being primarily a Support character, Welt can leverage the Pioneer Diver set to increase his personal damage. Welt’s abilities often apply debuffs, allowing him to take advantage of the set’s damage bonuses. |
| Dan Heng | Dan Heng can apply the ‘Slow’ debuff, which helps in activating the 4-piece effect. The additional Crit buffs are particularly valuable for Dan Heng, enhancing his already potent Ultimate damage. |
| Hook | Hook’s ‘Burn’ is a reliable debuff. She can effectively utilize the 4-piece set to increase both her Crit Rate and Crit Damage, boosting her overall damage. |
| Serval | Serval applies ‘Shock,’ another effective debuff. Like Hook, she benefits from the Crit Rate and Crit Damage bonuses from the 4-piece set, enhancing her damage against shocked enemies. |
Star Rail – Aventurine
Star Rail – Dr. Ratio
Star Rail – Dan Heng
Star Rail – Serval
Other Characters to Consider
Several other characters can also make good use of the Pioneer Diver of Dead Waters set, especially if your team composition and playstyle revolve around debuffs. These include:
- Himeko
- Sampo
- Yanqing
- Guinaifen
- Yunli
- March 7th (Imaginary)
Characters capable of consistently inflicting debuffs are prime candidates for this set, as they can maximize the uptime of the damage and Crit bonuses. While DoT (Damage over Time) characters can benefit from the 2-piece effect, the Prisoner in Deep Confinement relic set is generally a better choice for them, focusing specifically on DoT damage amplification.
Pioneer Diver of Dead Waters Location
To farm the Pioneer Diver of Dead Waters relic set, you need to venture into the Cavern of Corrosion located in Penacony.
Cavern of Corrosion: Path of Dreamdive
| Farming Location | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | The Reverie (Dreamscape), Penacony |
| Cost | Trailblaze Power x40 |
Honkai Star Rail – Trailblaze Power
The Cavern of Corrosion: Path of Dreamdive in The Reverie (Dreamscape) of Penacony is where you can spend 40 Trailblaze Power to obtain the Pioneer Diver of Dead Waters set. This Cavern is specifically designed to drop this set, making it the dedicated farming location.
Pioneer Diver of Dead Waters Release Date
This relic set was introduced to Honkai: Star Rail with the advent of Version 2.0.
Version 2.0 Release
| Release Information | Date |
|---|---|
| Release Date | February 06, 2024 |
The Pioneer Diver of Dead Waters relic set was released on February 6, 2024, as part of the Version 2.0 update, which also introduced the Penacony region to Honkai: Star Rail.
Conclusion
The Pioneer Diver of Dead Waters relic set is a powerful addition for players looking to maximize the damage of their debuff-focused characters in Honkai: Star Rail. By understanding its effects, identifying the best characters to equip it on, and knowing where to farm it, you can effectively enhance your team’s performance and tackle challenging content in Penacony and beyond. Make sure to farm the Cavern of Corrosion: Path of Dreamdive to acquire this set and empower your debuff-centric team compositions!
