Building a Dendro DPS: Maximizing EM for Explosive Reactions
When it comes to Dendro DPS characters in Genshin Impact, maximizing Elemental Mastery (EM) is key to unlocking their true potential. By boosting EM, you create the ideal environment for powerful reactions like Aggravate (Electro + Dendro) and Hyperbloom (Hydro + Dendro).
Here’s a breakdown of the best artifact sets for a Dendro DPS build that prioritizes high EM:
1. Deepwood Memories (4-Piece): This set is a no-brainer for any Dendro character, as it offers a whopping 15% Dendro DMG Bonus and 30% Dendro DMG Bonus against enemies affected by Dendro (from the 4-piece bonus). This set alone makes it a solid foundation for your Dendro DPS, allowing them to deal significant Dendro damage.
2. Gilded Dreams (4-Piece): While not specific to Dendro, this set is a powerful option for maximizing EM-based damage. It offers 14% Elemental DMG Bonus and 28% Elemental DMG Bonus for the corresponding element of your character’s elemental skill and burst (from the 4-piece bonus). With the added EM bonus, your character will trigger Aggravate and Hyperbloom reactions with even more force.
3. Wanderer’s Troupe (2-Piece) + Gilded Dreams (2-Piece): A balanced approach combining the benefits of both sets. The Wanderer’s Troupe set offers a 18% Elemental DMG Bonus, complementing Gilded Dreams’ EM boost. This combo strikes a good balance between overall elemental damage and EM enhancement.
Choosing the Right Set:
- For pure Dendro damage: Deepwood Memories is the way to go. Its significant Dendro DMG Bonus will make your attacks pack a punch.
- For maximizing reaction damage: The Gilded Dreams set shines when paired with reactions, especially when you want to leverage Hyperbloom and Aggravate’s power.
- For a balanced approach: The mixed set of Wanderer’s Troupe and Gilded Dreams gives you both strong elemental damage and boosted EM, making it a versatile choice.
Artifact Stat Priorities:
- Sands of Eon: Elemental Mastery
- Goblet of Eonothem: Dendro DMG Bonus
- Circlet of Logos: Critical Rate/Damage (depending on your build)
- Sub-stats: Prioritize Elemental Mastery as the highest priority, followed by Critical Rate/Damage and ATK%.
Team Composition:
To truly maximize your Dendro DPS’s potential, you’ll need a team built around their strengths. Consider the following:
- Electro Reactions: Include characters like Fischl, Raiden Shogun, or Yae Miko to trigger Aggravate reactions.
- Hydro Reactions: Characters like Yelan, Kokomi, or Xingqiu can trigger Hyperbloom reactions.
- Off-Field Support: Consider characters like Kazuha or Sucrose to boost your team’s EM, while characters like Bennett or Xiangling can provide powerful buffs.
Don’t be afraid to experiment! Find the combination of artifacts, team composition, and playstyle that works best for your Dendro DPS. You’ll be surprised by the damage potential they can unleash with a well-built EM-focused build.
