Tired of the high-intensity firefights in Riven Tides? Why not try your hand at being a beachcomber instead? Have you noticed? The new Beachcombing map condition recently added to ARC Raiders is actually quite fascinating. You can grab a metal detector and head to the coast to try your luck; that sense of accomplishment, digging up rare treasures after hearing that telltale beep-beep-beep, is truly even more addictive than going head-to-head in direct combat!

Compared to the nerve-wracking pace of previous firefights, this treasure-hunting mode brings a refreshing change of pace to Riven Tides. Want to know how to make a quick fortune along the coast while Beachcombing map condition is active? This guide is all you need, we've highlighted all the key points just for you!

Unlocking Dockmaster's Detector

However, before you can start your treasure hunt, you need to acquire a specific piece of gear: Dockmaster's Detector. This is the key tool that helps you quickly identify buried treasures on the beach; whenever there is loot nearby, the detector will emit a beeping sound and flash yellow.

There are two ways to obtain Dockmaster's Detector in ARC Raiders: The first method is to simply pick one up directly within the game world. When Beachcombing map condition is active, you can find these detectors inside shipping containers located in the coastal zones, or scattered in other corners of the map, it all comes down to your luck! The second method is to obtain one by completing the first phase of the new Player Project introduced in Riven Tides.

Completing Phase 1 of Avian Alarm Project

That's right, the new Player Project we're referring to here is Avian Alarm. In fact, this Beachcombing event is closely tied to Avian Alarm Project, and the reward for completing its first phase is none other than a Dockmaster's Detector.

It's worth noting that the process of completing this first-phase objective feels very much like undertaking a standard side quest.

First, head to Seabed zone located at the southern edge of Riven Tides map. Scattered throughout Seabed area, you will find numerous buoys. These buoys are massive metal structures that typically stand at a tilted angle within the seabed terrain. Any one of these buoys can serve as your designated objective for the mission. 

Next, as you approach one of the buoys, a blue holographic marker will appear, indicating the exact spot where you need to place the bird trap. Simply interact with it to complete this objective.

Upon returning to Base Speranza, all you need to do is confirm and submit your mission progress at the terminal. If you haven't already picked up Dockmaster's Detector elsewhere on the map, the system will now award it to you as a mission reward, along with 25 Raider Tokens!

How to pinpoint the treasure?

Once you have Dockmaster's Detector, head straight for Seabed area. Note that the darker sections of the map represent restricted zones; however, a line of buoys serves as a clear marker, delineating No Entry boundaries or the edge of the map.

Next, follow this route until you reach Wave Breaker area. This entire zone is teeming with loot just waiting to be unearthed.

If you have the detector equipped, an energy bar will appear on your screen, accompanied by a rhythmic beeping sound. As you draw closer to a buried object, the frequency of the beeps will accelerate, and the pitch will rise.

When the beeping reaches its most rapid, high-pitched intensity, stop in your tracks and slowly rotate 360 degrees. When the indicator bar turns green, it signifies that the treasure is directly beneath your feet; simply press the interaction key to begin digging. 

However, keep in mind that Dockmaster's Detector consumes energy with each use; once the energy bar is depleted, you must wait for it to automatically recharge before you can resume your search.

Digging for Loot

I must warn you: don't expect to unearth nothing but goodies. Occasionally, you may dig up something truly nightmarish, a dangerous threat that will make your skin crawl. Therefore, you must remain constantly vigilant while engaging in this activity.

Rare Chests

The most coveted find during your excavation is the blue suitcase. Additionally, you stand a chance of unearthing various Raider Caches, weapon crates, and even ARC Raiders blueprints. Since the chests yielded during Beachcombing are generally of a higher tier, this method ranks as one of the best ways to farm for weapons and blueprints.

Ship Models

Another key reward to look out for during the digging process is Ship Models. During Last Resort event, held from April 28 to May 25, players can earn Merits to unlock a series of brand-new cosmetic items and in-game resources. Collecting these Ship Models is one of the key methods for accumulating more Merits:

• Wind Sprite: 5 Merits
• Twilight Compass: 10 Merits
• Velocity: 25 Merits
• Sirena Dorata: 50 Merits
• Leviathan's Crown: 250 Merits

It is highly recommended that you do not immediately sell any Ship Models you unearth to the in-game store. It is very likely that subsequent stages of Avian Alarm event will require you to submit these Ship Models as quest materials.

Potential Threats

As previously mentioned, there is a chance that digging will trigger traps or attract enemies, specifically Mines, as well as ARC Ticks and Leapers.

If you unearth a Mine, you must dodge out of the way immediately; otherwise, it will instantly obliterate approximately one-quarter of your total health and shields. As for Ticks and Leapers, while these small units rarely pose a serious threat to your survival, they are undeniably annoying. Therefore, please remain alert to ambient sounds while digging to avoid inadvertently attracting them.

Survival Strategies & Gear Selection

Finally, there is one last point to consider before venturing into this area: the terrain here is extremely open and offers absolutely no natural cover. Consequently, you may occasionally find yourself completely exposed to enemy fire with nowhere to take shelter, or even nowhere to run. 

In such situations, equipping a Photoelectric Cloak is an excellent choice. However, keep in mind that the developers recently nerfed this item; its duration is no longer quite as long as it used to be. Even so, it should still be more than sufficient to help you extricate yourself from immediate danger.

If Photoelectric Cloak isn't an option, you might consider using a few Smoke Grenades to provide cover for your retreat. As for weaponry, a Hullcracker and a Renegade are all you need to fully enjoy your treasure-hunting expedition.

In summary, Beachcombing introduces an entirely new dynamic to ARC Raiders Riven Tides map. It serves not only as a prime opportunity to acquire high-tier blueprints and a wealth of coins, but also offers players a progression path that is imbued with a genuine sense of exploration and discovery. 

Grab your detector and keep an ear out for those beeps, but don't forget: while you're scouring the ground for treasure, always keep an eye on the skies above for incoming ARC aircraft. May every Raider return from the beaches of Riven Tides with a bountiful haul!

As is widely known, with the launch of Diablo 4 Season 13 and Lord of Hatred expansion, the original four Torment tiers have been completely restructured into a new system of 12 tiers. These new T1–T12 tiers aren't merely a simple numerical scaling-up; rather, they serve to smooth out the overall difficulty curve.

More importantly, access to Torment difficulties is no longer automatically granted based on your character level; instead, it is now tied to The Pit. You must clear specific tiers within The Pit to unlock higher Torment levels. Torment I roughly correspond to the starting difficulty of the previous system and requires clearing Pit Tier 10; conversely, Torment XII (T12) is designed specifically for players seeking the ultimate challenge, benchmarked against Pit Tier 100, and has been playfully dubbed by the developers as the realm of the apex and the insane.

Whether you are playing a seasonal character or experiencing Lord of Hatred expansion content on Eternal Realm, you will be facing this brand-new 12-tier Torment difficulty system.

In particular, T12 difficulty represents the pinnacle of endgame efficiency. It not only yields the highest-quality loot but also offers a massive +1400% experience point bonus, empowering players to achieve the ultimate optimization of their character's attributes. Consequently, despite its daunting difficulty, countless players continue to flock to the challenge, striving to conquer Torment XII. If you are one of them, you cannot afford to miss this guide, as we will be sharing key tips to help you survive and thrive within this apex difficulty tier.

Boosting Your Toughness

To make steady progress in T12, defense is no longer a mere afterthought; it becomes a critical metric on par with your offensive capabilities. Therefore, the first step we must take is to significantly boost our character's Toughness attribute.

However, Toughness is not a single, standalone base stat; rather, it serves as a composite metric that takes into account three major factors: your Maximum Life, Armor, and Resistances. Its purpose is to provide a comprehensive assessment of your character's survivability when facing incoming damage. 

To achieve a high Toughness rating, the key lies in maintaining a healthy balance across these three defensive pillars; relying too heavily on a single attribute leaves you highly vulnerable, and prone to being instantly one-shot, when challenging the bosses of Torment XII. 

In short, for builds tackling T12 difficulty, I would recommend aiming for a Toughness rating of approximately 2 to 3 million in Softcore. In Hardcore, however, this target value should likely be doubled, reaching roughly 4 to 5 million.

Naturally, this implies that you must invest a considerable amount of effort into enhancing your gear. However, always remember: do not focus solely on stacking damage output while completely neglecting your defensive attributes.

Gear Stat Priority

Across the 12 difficulty tiers introduced in Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred, the ceiling for defensive capabilities has been raised significantly. You must approach the enhancement of your defenses with the same rigor you apply to offense, utilizing Tempering, Masterworking, and Greater Affixes to bolster your survivability.

The first step in building a solid defense is ensuring your foundational stats are robust. You can re-roll the stats on your gear, specifically Life, Armor, and Resistances, as these three elements constitute the core pillars of your defensive capabilities. When selecting gear, every defensive piece (Chest Armor, Pants, and Boots) should ideally incorporate as many of these three core elements as possible.

It is worth noting that All Resistances is an exceptionally rare and premium affix, typically regarded as a late-game attribute used to fine-tune and perfect a defensive build. Therefore, I highly recommend immediately configuring your loot filter to highlight All Resistances so you do not miss any gear pieces bearing this valuable attribute.

However, please be aware that within Horadric Cube, All Resistances is categorized as a defensive affix, rather than a standard resistance affix. This means you cannot obtain this specific affix simply by using basic Tuning Prisms; you must manually reroll your gear's defensive affixes to have a chance at rolling this particular premium stat.

As for Life and Armor, these two defensive attributes are incredibly easy to acquire, they are the absolute fundamentals. Your maximum Life serves as the base value for all Toughness calculations; beyond your standard defensive gear, weapons and rings are excellent sources for obtaining additional life.

If you are able to replace a secondary damage affix on your weapon with a Greater Affix (GA) tier Life affix, or even Life on Hit, your survivability will see a dramatic improvement, while the impact on your monster-clearing efficiency will be negligible. Therefore, it is recommended that you prioritize seeking out gear featuring defensive Greater Affixes. 

Furthermore, thanks to the new Horadric Cube feature introduced in Lord of Hatred, you have the opportunity to re-roll other affixes into offensive ones, allowing you to craft perfect Diablo 4 items with a three offensive, one defensive stat distribution!

Gear Selection

A practical issue arises here: in the endgame phase, most builds typically opt to equip Mythic Unique items, such as Heir of Perdition, or specific Unique items exclusive to their class. However, equipping too many offensive Mythic items can result in a severe deficiency of defensive affixes.

Conventional wisdom suggests that weapons should be dedicated solely to damage output; however, at T12 difficulty, affixes such as Life on Hit and high Maximum Life on a weapon serve as excellent supplements to your survivability. Since gloves and talismans currently provide the vast majority of multiplicative damage bonuses in Diablo 4, replacing a weapon's elemental damage bonus with a defensive affix results in a negligible overall loss of damage output.

Currently, in Diablo 4 Season 13, one of the most dominant defensive gear pieces is undoubtedly Endurant Faith. Although it occupies an offensive gear slot, if your build is already capable of effortlessly one-shotting packs of monsters at T12 difficulty, then sacrificing one offensive affix slot to equip these Unique gloves is more than enough to completely resolve any survivability issues you may face.

If your build generates an exceptionally high amount of healing or Life on Hit, then items like Temerity unique pants can suddenly become a top-tier choice. These pants convert your excess healing into a massive, consistently stable barrier shield, thereby significantly raising your survivability ceiling.

Now, for a cautionary tale: you have undoubtedly heard of Tyrael's Might, but it is not always the absolute best-in-slot option for defense. Unless a Tyrael's Might drops with a Greater Affix for All Resistance or Damage Reduction, a Legendary chest piece featuring perfect defensive affixes and a powerful defensive Aspect will often provide superior survivability benefits compared to a standard Tyrael's Might.

Paragon Board

Once you reach Paragon Level 245 or higher, you no longer need to obsess over chasing down every single minor damage node on your Paragon Board; instead, you can begin prioritizing nodes that provide supplementary defensive benefits. 

Rather than expending your precious points to unlock nodes that are situated in remote corners of the skill tree, and offer only negligible boosts to your Glyphs, consider revisiting Armor and Resistance nodes you previously skipped over in your haste to chart a path across the board. By activating just 5 to 10 Magic Nodes on your skill tree, you can easily boost your total Toughness by an additional 10–15%.

Furthermore, do not hesitate to slot in defensive glyphs. For certain classes, these Glyphs can provide up to 10% base damage reduction at Torment 12 difficulty, a benefit far more valuable than a mere 5% additive damage increase.

Whether you are a Diablo 4 Season 13 player or a pioneer who already possesses Lord of Hatred expansion, survival in Torment 12 is a systemic undertaking. You cannot expect to achieve invincibility by relying on a single affix or a solitary unique item.

While the inherent durability of each class varies, by optimizing your build using the strategies outlined above, even the most squishy classes can hold their ground amidst the monster hordes of Torment 12. Remember: your DPS is meaningless unless you stay alive to deal it.