ExplorerTier ADanger 5Build #2

Harvesting Machine

This build leverages the Explorer's enhanced tree spawn rate to maximize material gain while applying crowd control and damage through ranged options. The goal is to use high mobility to collect resources while simultaneously dealing damage to enemies with a mix of ranged weapons that also enhance survivability.

Score

Difficulty

hard

Why This Build Exists

This build differs from 'Lumberjack Fury' by focusing more on ranged damage and resource collection rather than melee attack speed and damage.

Adversiment

Weapons

2x Blunderbuss

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The Blunderbuss offers high damage with area-of-effect potential, essential for dealing with large groups of enemies, especially in later waves.

2x Double Barrel Shotgun

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Excellent for burst damage against tougher enemies and bosses, providing the required firepower for wave 20.

1x Grenade Launcher

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Its explosion radius helps maintain pressure on enemy clusters, critical for survival while gathering materials.

1x Rocket Launcher

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High damage and explosive effect make it perfect for wave 20 bosses, allowing rapid damage dealing against elite threats.

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Main Items

Fruit Basket

highhigh value

Enhances material drops from enemies, aiding in sustaining weapon upgrades and item purchases throughout the game.

Gobbler's Hat

highmedium value

Significantly increases material drops when defeating enemies, complementing the Explorer's abilities.

Adrenaline

mediumhigh value

Adds dodge ability which is vital for survivability against the fast and aggressive enemies in waves 11-20.

Ice Cube

mediummedium value

Enhances damage output against enemies hit with elemental damage and fits well with the explosive weapon focus.

Candle

mediumhigh value

Increases elemental damage and reduces enemy counts, helping to manage the chaos of Danger 5.

Upgrade Focus

Ranged Damage

Essential for maximizing damage output from the core weapon choices, particularly with multiple ranged weapons in play.

Max HP

Increasing max HP supports survivability against tougher enemies and bosses throughout Danger 5.

Dodge

Helps to avoid crucial damage especially crucial while dealing with elite and boss enemies.

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Early Game

Focus on collecting materials from waves 1-7 using the Explorer's abilities to gather resources while avoiding damage. Prioritize collecting fruit items to scale materials and upgrades rapidly.

Mid Game

Waves 8-15 require strategic placements of weapons like the Blunderbuss and shotgun for optimal crowd control while collecting resources. Use high damage areas to manage elite appearances effectively.

Late Game

In waves 16-20, maintain mobility while using the Rocket Launcher and Grenade Launcher for both boss damage and crowd control. Managing materials is crucial post-boss encounters.

Build Reasoning

This setup effectively utilizes the Explorer's unique benefits while ensuring that the build scales adequately to meet the increased difficulty of Danger 5, effectively balancing resource collection and damage output.

Why This Build Wins

The use of explosives not only controls the crowd but also benefits from items that enhance elemental damage, maximizing area control.
The increased material drops from items synergize with the Explorer's playstyle, allowing for weapon upgrades and survivability boosts.

Danger 5 Notes

Danger 5 introduces stronger enemies and two bosses simultaneously. The build needs to manage damage output and survivability with both explosive weapons and dodge abilities while maintaining a strong economy through increased material drops.

Adversiment

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