Traveler (Dendro)
Dendro Traveler is a powerful RES shredder for reaction teams like Aggravate or Hyperbloom, and since it's essentially free, it's worth building early. Prioritize Energy Recharge to keep Burst uptime consistent — the craftable Favonius Sword is enough if you don't have a 5-star. 4pc Deepwood Memories is the safest pick for any team. Not impressive on its own, but paired with the right team it noticeably boosts the whole squad's damage.
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Traveler (Dendro) Build
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Noblesse Oblige
Priority substats: Energy Recharge › CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG › Elemental Mastery / ATK%
Q > E — max Burst first since it's the main team buff, Skill comes after to keep Dendro application up; Normal Attacks aren't needed.
Teams for Traveler (Dendro)
The Traveler lays down base Dendro and shreds RES, Raiden triggers Quicken to pour on Hyperbloom damage, while Xingqiu and Baizhu both apply Hydro and heal.
Nahida strengthens the Bountiful Cores, Kokomi keeps applying Hydro nonstop, and the Traveler joins Nilou to turn Bloom into safe AoE damage.
Traveler (Dendro)'s talents
Foreign Fieldcleaver
Performs up to 5 rapid strikes.
Charged Attack
Consumes a certain amount of Stamina to unleash 2 rapid sword strikes.
Plunging Attack
Plunges from mid-air to strike the ground below, damaging opponents along the path and dealing AoE DMG upon impact.
Razorgrass Blade
You and Paimon observed the flowing edges of grass and leaf.
Surgent Manifestation
This Lamp will deal continuous Dendro DMG to opponents within its AoE.
Lotuslight Transfiguration
The Lea Lotus Lamp will undergo the following changes after it comes into contact with Hydro/Electro/Pyro:
·Hydro: the Lamp's AoE and the AoE of its attacks are increased.
·Electro: the Lamp's ATK SPD is increased.
·Pyro: the Lamp will explode after a short delay and then disappear, dealing AoE Dendro DMG.
The Lea Lotus Lamp can only undergo one Lotuslight Transfiguration in its duration.
Only one Lamp created by the Traveler can exist at any one time.
You and Paimon studied the sounds of plants that sprout after the rain.
Verdant Overgrowth
Verdant Luxury
Foreign Verdalume
Additionally, when Dendro Cores (including Bountiful Cores, Seeds of Deceit) appear nearby on the field, or when the party obtains Verdant Dew, Traveler will receive 1 stack of Blade of Verdant Viridis. These two methods can each grant the Traveler up to 1 stack of Blade of Verdant Viridis every 4s, max 3 stacks. After obtaining 3 stacks of Blade of Verdant Viridis, performing a Charged Attack will consume all stacks of Blade of Verdant Viridis and transform into the special Charged Attack: Verdessence.
Charged Attack: Verdessence
· Each Charged Attack hit deals increased Dendro DMG. The increase in DMG is equal to 80% of Traveler's ATK. Two Vinecores will also be created on the spot, which will explode after 4/8s respectively, inflicting Dendro DMG equal to 120% of Traveler's ATK. This DMG is considered Charged Attack DMG.
· Charged Attack: Verdessence can be triggered up to once every 15s.
Combat Rotation
- Before the fight, make sure your team has a Hydro/Electro/Pyro character to trigger the Lamp's Transfiguration.
- Cast Elemental Burst "Surgent Manifestation" (costs 80 Energy) to summon the Lea Lotus Lamp, dealing continuous Dendro DMG for 12 seconds.
- If you have a Hydro/Electro/Pyro unit, have their skill touch the Lamp to transfigure it (bigger AoE, faster attack speed, or a delayed AoE explosion).
- Stand inside the Lamp's AoE so your active character gains +6 Elemental Mastery per second, up to 10 stacks (+60 EM).
- Use Elemental Skill "Razorgrass Blade" (8s cooldown) to deal Dendro DMG and trigger reactions (Bloom/Quicken/Burning) with other elements on the field.
- Weave in Normal Attack "Foreign Fieldcleaver" (5-hit combo) while waiting for Burst energy to recharge.
- Swap to your main DPS to capitalize on the EM buff and the elemental reactions already triggered.
- Repeat the Elemental Skill every time it's off cooldown to keep applying Dendro, and save the Burst until the next 80-Energy cycle.
Traveler (Dendro) constellations
After Razorgrass Blade hits an opponent, it will regenerate 3.5 Energy for the Traveler.
Lea Lotus Lamp's duration is increased by 3s.
Increases the Level of Razorgrass Blade by 3.
Maximum upgrade level is 15.
After the Lea Lotus Lamp triggers a Lotuslight Transfiguration, it will obtain 5 stacks of the Overflowing Lotuslight effect from the Ascension Talent "Verdant Overgrowth."
You must first unlock the Ascension Talent "Verdant Overgrowth."
Increases the Level of Surgent Manifestation by 3.
Maximum upgrade level is 15.
The Dendro DMG Bonus of the character under the effect of Overflowing Lotuslight as created by the Lea Lotus Lamp is increased by 12%. If the Lamp has experienced a Lotuslight Transfiguration previously, the character will also gain 12% DMG Bonus for the corresponding element.
Base Stats (Lv90)
Character Profile
- Voice Actors: JP 堀江瞬 & 古賀葵 · EN Zach Aguilar & Various Artists · KR Lee Kyeong-tae & Kim Ka-ryoung · CN 鹿喑 & 多多poi
Other Dendro characters
Ascension materials
Total ascension materials to reach level 90 (talent books not included).
FAQ about Traveler (Dendro)
What is the best weapon for Traveler (Dendro)?
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Wish banner history
The Traveler is the player's default character and does not appear on limited Wish banners.
Release date
Released: Jul 12, 2022
The exact release version could not be confirmed.
Voice Lines & Comments
Thoughts About Other Characters
Bennett
Traveler: I've heard that Albert, being the leader of Barbara's fan club... Traveler: ...Sometimes gets bumps and bruises on purpose so he can go to the Cathedral to see her. Paimon: Paimon feels the Knights of Favonius should keep a closer watch on weirdos like that. Traveler: But it seems that a month later, Albert discovered that Bennett was managing to see Barbara far more than he was. Traveler: Well... Bennett does have the natural advantage when it comes to getting injured, after all. Paimon: What is this, a "let's bother Barbara" contest?
Razor
Paimon: Traveler, you know what a brush is, right? Traveler: Of course! Kinda like pens but with animal hair at one end for calligraphy, right? Paimon: That's correct! They say that finely-made brushes sell for high prices among Liyue's merchants! Traveler: So, would you like to make some too? Paimon: Uh-huh! But wild wolves are too fierce, so we should use Razor's fur to make brushes instead! Paimon: Razor's fur is all downy and soft. It'll definitely make great wolf-fur brushes! We could make lots of Mora like this! Traveler: Brushes made like that would conduct electricity. I'm not sure we could use them. Traveler: Besides, Razor isn't a wolf, nor are wolf-fur brushes made from actual wolves' fur... Paimon: Huh? Why are they called wolf-fur brushes, then? Traveler: Well, does Cider Lake look like it's full of cider to you? Paimon: Hmm. You have a point.
Klee
Paimon: Klee's a really interesting kid. Paimon: All the Knights seem to like her a lot, too. You could even say they spoil her. Traveler: I wonder who makes the better mascot: Paimon or Klee? Traveler: Oh wait, I forgot. Paimon's not a mascot, Paimon's emergency— Paimon: Hey! Paimon knows exactly what you're going to say. That joke stopped being funny a long time ago.
Fischl
Paimon: Fischl makes a very unique impression, doesn't she? Traveler: How so? Paimon: Well, she travels together with a talking raven, for starters. Traveler: Well, I'm traveling with you. It's not all that different. Traveler: Still, Oz can also translate for Fischl. You, on the other hand... Paimon: What!? Paimon's way better than some bird! Traveler: Haha, how so? Paimon: Well, um... uh... at least Paimon doesn't need wings to fly!
Beidou
Paimon: How do you become as popular and cool as Captain Beidou? Traveler: With enough experience...? Paimon: Paimon's already seen lots of things from adventuring together with you! Traveler: One also needs to experience trials and setbacks... Paimon: Paimon almost drowned that one time... Traveler: ...Maintain an inspirational disposition... Paimon: Uh-huh! Paimon's always rooted for you! Traveler: One must also have a... mature outlook towards problems. Paimon: Hey! Are you just trying to say that Paimon can't make it?
Ningguang
Paimon: How does a person become as rich... no, as super rich as Lady Ningguang? Traveler: Is that the only impression she gives you? Riches? Paimon: Well, there's the huge Jade Chamber, too! But isn't that also made of Mora? Traveler: Well, you need an excellent mind... Paimon: Well... Paimon's really good at giving people nicknames! Traveler: You need to be very familiar with the workings of the markets... Paimon: A serving of Fisherman's Toast goes for 1,025 Mora, and no discounts — even on rainy days. Traveler: You also need to be willing to work really hard... Paimon: Okay then... so, how do you make friends with a really rich person? Traveler: Wait, you're giving up already!?
Gorou
Paimon: Hmm... Traveler: What are you mulling over, Paimon? Paimon: Traveler, do you remember Gorou's fluffy ears? Paimon: Paimon really wants something like that... Or maybe horns similar to the ones Ganyu has. Ganyu's horns are pretty cute as well. Paimon: Traveler, do you have any ideas? Traveler: Let me see, hmm... Oh, I found something! Paimon: Really? Aw, Traveler, Paimon always knew you were reliable! Traveler: Ta-da! I present to you the Tusk of Monoceros Caeli! Paimon: Paimon doesn't need that! Paimon: *sigh* If Paimon can't have Gorou's fluffy ears, then maybe at least something like his fluffy tail... Traveler: Bubadada! Here you go — Tail of Boreas! Paimon: ...Not that! Also, combining those two is definitely not the look Paimon is going for!
Kaedehara Kazuha
Paimon: Kazuha is a free spirit, wouldn't you say? Traveler: Yeah, he seems to be a bit of a loner too. Paimon: Being able to explore the world at his leisure while savoring the beauty of everything around him. That doesn't sound too shabby... Paimon: Traveler, you aren't thinking of sneaking off to go on a solo adventure, right? Traveler: Aw, I would never leave you, Paimon. Paimon: Paimon's really happy to hear that. Here... Hee—hee, have this... Traveler: Monthly food expenses... 300,000 Mora!? Paimon: Hey! Wait! Traveler, Where are you going? Traveler: I suddenly feel like going solo. Maybe it's not a bad idea after all. Paimon: Please don't go! Wait for Paimon!
Kamisato Ayaka
Paimon: Hmmm... Traveler: Paimon, you look so serious today. Paimon: That's because Paimon's thinking about serious things. Paimon: Paimon's jealous of people from wealthy and influential families. They have an endless supply of Mora and mountains of delicious food to eat... Traveler: I can't disagree. Those are exactly the things you're fond of. Paimon: But after getting to know Ayaka better, Paimon realized that a young lady from a noble family can also have her share of hardships. Paimon: She needs to shoulder her clan's duties and responsibilities. She works so hard and has very little time for herself. Paimon: Ayaka must be exhausted, she should try to relax a bit... Paimon: Ah, that's right! Let's invite Ayaka to the next festival! Paimon: If she got an invite from us, there's no way she'd refuse. Traveler: Yeah, I'd like to go to another festival with her. Paimon: Besides, if Ayaka's around, she can pick up the tab for us... Traveler: ...I should've seen that coming...
Yoimiya
Paimon: Do you think Yoimiya's dad's poor hearing is related to fireworks? Paimon: He's been making and testing fireworks for many years now, and being exposed to the sound of gunpowder explosions on a daily basis... Paimon can see how that might've worn down his ears... Paimon: Yikes! Since Yoimiya is inheriting her family business, does that mean she'll have trouble hearing other people in the future, just like her dad? Paimon: Paimon won't let that happen! Let's think of some way to help her! Traveler: Do you have any suggestions, Paimon? Paimon: Uh... Um... Paimon: Paimon could follow Yoimiya around and cover her ears whenever needed... Traveler: Then you'd need to leave me. Paimon: ...Without Paimon, you'd lose your guide. Paimon wouldn't leave you like that! Paimon: But... What should we do for Yoimiya... Traveler: Actually, she can simply wear earplugs while working with fireworks. Paimon: Oh yeah! Paimon didn't think of that solution! You're so smart! Traveler: Heh... That was the first thing that came to my mind, but I wanted to give you an opportunity for a mental workout. Paimon: Eh? So you knew this whole time, but didn't tell Paimon? Paimon: How could you! You bully!
Sangonomiya Kokomi
Paimon: Did you know, Traveler? That Sangonomiya Kokomi, she's Watatsumi Island's Divine Priestess. Paimon: In other words, she's the ruler of Watatsumi Island! The whole of Watatsumi Island is controlled by her. Paimon: Paimon also wants to become a big shot like her... Traveler: What will you do after you become a big shot? Paimon: Then, Paimon will deliver justice. For example... Ahem. Paimon: The suspect in question, known as the Traveler, ate two Dango for lunch and only gave one to the victim, Paimon. This is a serious violation of article thirty seven, "Fairness and Justice," of the "Paimon Decree." Traveler: Oh... may I ask how Your Excellency Paimon plans to resolve this issue? Paimon: Of course. As compensation for your wrongdoings, you will have to make even more Dango for Paimon, hee-hee!
Source: official HoYoverse Fetter (friendship) voice-lines — Genshin Impact
Strengths & Weaknesses
- Increases Elemental Mastery for teammates standing within Verdant Overgrowth's effect area.
- The core mechanic (via Verdant Luxury) scales with Elemental Mastery — EM-focused artifacts are usually cheap/easy to roll since few main DPS need them.
- Since it scales with EM (via Verdant Luxury), it must trade off CRIT/ATK% for Elemental Mastery — raw Normal Attack/Burst DMG tends to be lower than ATK-based DPS.
- The ascension stat is just plain ATK% — no built-in CRIT/EM/DMG Bonus advantage like many other characters, everything has to be rolled from scratch on artifacts.
- 5★ (Sword) — only available on limited/character-specific banners, not on the standard wish.
Role Rankings
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Traveler (Dendro)A
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Sands: Energy Recharge / Elemental Mastery
Goblet: Dendro DMG Bonus / Elemental Mastery
Circlet: CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG / Elemental Mastery
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Energy Recharge › CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG › Elemental Mastery / ATK% |
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