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Chinese-server referenceTrack all 24 anecdotes, look up their in-game hints, and follow map links and walkthroughs.
Read guideNovember 12 updateWhat to do after the November 12 updateCheck login rewards, Dream Island access, Sanson and Raven recruitment, and the available challenges.
Read guideIsland checklistWhere to find hidden equipmentFind 34 pieces across nine locations, with map points, pickup instructions and puzzle requirements.
Read guideOctober 22 updateWhat to do after the October 22 updateReview login rewards, Gesili recruitment, weekly collectibles and new challenge mechanics.
Read guideSeptember 30 updateWhat to do after the Season 2 updateCheck mail and Golden Fruit, then explore the Dark Alleys, build Dawn Breaker and review Princess Eleanor recruitment.
Read guideSkill interactionsHow Princess Eleanor works with her ShadowCompare her level-one skills, Shadow effects and interactions with Boost Dice, Fighting Spirit and Signature Skills.
Read guideShipbuildingWhere to find Dawn Breaker’s five blueprintsTrack the five island enemies for the cabin, rudder, sails, mast and modification plans, then turn them in at the dockyard.
Read guideScenario ratingsCrewmate tier lists by encounterCompare ratings for early waves, single bosses and survival under pressure. Check the rotations and conditions behind each rating.
Read guideMain questFirst voyage walkthroughPrepare a three-crewmate team, clear the White Sand Sea and Bridgewater Sea challenges, and find Mermaid Morlian.
Read guideNaval combat basicsNaval combat and ship upgradesCheck ship growth, cannon firing arcs, figureheads and prayer stones to diagnose why a battle went wrong.
Read guideShip guideHow to unlock and build Fireworks WandererFind blueprints and modification plans, then compare cannons, figureheads, prayer stones and budget alternatives.
Read guideCannon collectionWhere to find cannon intelligenceFilter by island and map layer. Follow Fireworks Wanderer markers and see where to excavate the intelligence.
Read guideHidden Sea checklistCollectibles across the five Hidden Sea islandsCheck level 31 access, then browse locations and map layers for the islands and Wine Cavern.
Read guideVoyage buildsHow to choose Boost DiceCompare three-die rolls, Boost Point loops and Weak Point checks alongside profession skills.
Read guideMemory buildsHow to choose Memory RunesChoose fixed stats for critical hits, debuffs, survival or speed, then compare rarity and random stats.
Read guideFirst voyage wrap-upWhat to do after Mermaid MorlianOpen the Nightmare Depths, clear Shallow Dream, claim Memory Reunion rewards and ship treasures before returning.
Read guideProfession unlockHow to unlock Unyielding LionReview the September 3 unlock changes and the path from Lionheart to Unyielding Lion.
Read guideEarly progressionYour first three daysUnlock systems, prepare your voyage, bring useful resources home and choose where to invest.
Read guideUpgrade currencyHow to earn Big-Face CoinsPlan daily commissions, weekly returns and treasure shipments. Learn what to keep when cargo space runs low.
Read guideEarly crewmate choiceWho to pick from the Black Ticket selectorCompare all six for Molly follow-ups, wave clear, single-target damage, sustain and support.
Read guideCrewmate upgradesWhich crewmates should you upgrade first?Prioritize damage, survival and support based on your current crew and available professions.
Read guideHard encountersHow to clear the three Hard Abyss stagesCheck stance, weak points and the deer’s healing, then choose replacements by role.
Read guideMap checklistHow to find missing map collectiblesFind chests and collection points on the interactive map and track your discoveries.
Read guideTeam basicsHow to build your first teamCover damage, support and survival. Compare two Molly teams and choose replacements from your roster.
Read guideJuly 23 launch archiveMobile launch rewards checklistReview launch mail, the two-option reward box and redeem codes. Eligibility varies by account.
Read guideFollow-up teamsShould you recruit Molly?Review her historical banner, recommended Shadow, teammates and investment before deciding.
Read guideDamage over timeHow to get HaigCheck Season 2 acquisition, stack application, teammates and Shadows before building Haig.
Read guideCrewmate buildsHow to choose a ShadowCompare suggested Shadows and alternatives by crewmate, then open the database for their effects.
Read guideTools and databases
Use alongside the guidesCompare fixed stats, random stat pools, rarity, Breath Bottles and suitable crewmates.
Find runes by statSailor’s JournalMark collected entries, filter missing items and share your progress.
Find missing collectiblesPrayer stone databaseFilter by attribute and rarity, then compare effects and recorded sources.
Find prayer stone effects and sourcesBoost Dice databaseSearch Boost Dice and inspect their level effects and skill combinations.
Compare Boost Dice levelsTeam BuilderSelect the crewmates you own, choose a team size and scenario, and review lineup gaps.
Build around your rosterLineup editorSet professions, skills, Boost Dice, shanties and gear, then save or share the lineup.
Open the lineup editorRecruitment SimulatorReview character and Shadow banners and their pity rules.
Open the simulatorCrewmate databaseLook up skills, talents, breakthroughs, stories and acquisition.
Browse crewmatesShadowsCompare attributes, rarity and abilities before choosing a Shadow.
Browse ShadowsProfession databaseCompare promotion routes, skills and related crewmates.
Browse professionsShanty databaseFilter by stars and effect type, then check attribute effects before building a team.
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