Position
Attack Type
Tags
Archetype
Traits
High accuracy point-blank shot
Operator Description
Schwarz, Operator of Rhodes Island, will protect you from the shadows.
Operator Quote
Keep her away from the faint of heart.
Obtain Approach
Recruitment & Headhunting
| Headhunting: Yes | Recruitment: Yes |
| Release Date (CN) | 8/27/2019 |
|---|---|
| Release Date (Global) | 4/29/2020 |
| Recruitment Pool Date (CN) | 11/1/2020 |
| Recruitment Pool Date (Global) | 4/30/2021 |
Potentials
Potential Item
Schwarz's Token
A crossbow. Well maintained and easy to use. But the tiny scratches and dents on it provide some insight into all the killing it has done.
Potentials
-1
-4
+30
-1
Trust extra status
+100
Talent
When attacking, has a 20% chance to increase the current damage of that attack to 130%
Info
When attacking, has a 20% chance to increase the current damage of that attack to 130% and reduce the DEF of the target hit by 10% for 5 seconds
Info
When attacking, has a 20% chance to increase the current damage of that attack to 160% and reduce the DEF of the target hit by 20% for 5 seconds
Info
When Schwarz and at least one more [Sniper] Operator are on the battlefield, all [Sniper] Operators' ATK +8%
Info
When Schwarz and at least one more [Sniper] Operator are on the battlefield, all [Sniper] Operators' ATK +10% (+2%)
Info
Talents from Module Upgrades
Stats
HP
ATK
DEF
Arts Resist
0
Redeploy Time
70
DP Cost
16
Block
1
Attack Interval
1.6
Skills
- Skill 1
- Skill 2
- Skill 3
SP Cost:
5
5
5
4
4
4
4
4
4
3
Initial SP:
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Skill Effect
The next attack deals 160% damage, and increases the chance of triggering this unit's Talent to 50%
The next attack deals 165% damage, and increases the chance of triggering this unit's Talent to 50%
The next attack deals 170% damage, and increases the chance of triggering this unit's Talent to 50%
The next attack deals 175% damage, and increases the chance of triggering this unit's Talent to 60%
The next attack deals 180% damage, and increases the chance of triggering this unit's Talent to 60%
The next attack deals 185% damage, and increases the chance of triggering this unit's Talent to 60%
The next attack deals 190% damage, and increases the chance of triggering this unit's Talent to 70%
The next attack deals 200% damage, and increases the chance of triggering this unit's Talent to 73%
The next attack deals 210% damage, and increases the chance of triggering this unit's Talent to 76%
The next attack deals 220% damage, and increases the chance of triggering this unit's Talent to 80%
| atk_scale (Attack Scale) | 1.6 |
|---|---|
| talent@prob | 0.5 |
| atk_scale (Attack Scale) | 1.65 |
|---|---|
| talent@prob | 0.5 |
| atk_scale (Attack Scale) | 1.7 |
|---|---|
| talent@prob | 0.5 |
| atk_scale (Attack Scale) | 1.75 |
|---|---|
| talent@prob | 0.6 |
| atk_scale (Attack Scale) | 1.8 |
|---|---|
| talent@prob | 0.6 |
| atk_scale (Attack Scale) | 1.85 |
|---|---|
| talent@prob | 0.6 |
| atk_scale (Attack Scale) | 1.9 |
|---|---|
| talent@prob | 0.7 |
| atk_scale (Attack Scale) | 2 |
|---|---|
| talent@prob | 0.73 |
| atk_scale (Attack Scale) | 2.1 |
|---|---|
| talent@prob | 0.76 |
| atk_scale (Attack Scale) | 2.2 |
|---|---|
| talent@prob | 0.8 |
SP Cost:
40
39
38
37
36
35
34
33
32
30
Initial SP:
10
10
10
13
13
13
16
17
18
20
SP Charge Type
Skill Activation
Duration
30 Seconds
31 Seconds
32 Seconds
33 Seconds
34 Seconds
35 Seconds
36 Seconds
37 Seconds
38 Seconds
40 Seconds
Skill Effect
ATK +70%, and increases the chance to activate the Talent to 35%
ATK +75%, and increases the chance to activate the Talent to 35%
ATK +80%, and increases the chance to activate the Talent to 35%
ATK +85%, and increases the chance to activate the Talent to 40%
ATK +90%, and increases the chance to activate the Talent to 40%
ATK +95%, and increases the chance to activate the Talent to 40%
ATK +100%, and increases the chance to activate the Talent to 45%
ATK +110%, and increases the chance to activate the Talent to 45%
ATK +120%, and increases the chance to activate the Talent to 45%
ATK +130%, and increases the chance to activate the Talent to 50%
| atk | 0.7 |
|---|---|
| talent@prob | 0.35 |
| atk | 0.75 |
|---|---|
| talent@prob | 0.35 |
| atk | 0.8 |
|---|---|
| talent@prob | 0.35 |
| atk | 0.85 |
|---|---|
| talent@prob | 0.4 |
| atk | 0.9 |
|---|---|
| talent@prob | 0.4 |
| atk | 0.95 |
|---|---|
| talent@prob | 0.4 |
| atk | 1 |
|---|---|
| talent@prob | 0.45 |
| atk | 1.1 |
|---|---|
| talent@prob | 0.45 |
| atk | 1.2 |
|---|---|
| talent@prob | 0.45 |
| atk | 1.3 |
|---|---|
| talent@prob | 0.5 |
SP Cost:
35
34
33
32
31
30
29
28
27
25
Initial SP:
5
5
5
7
7
7
9
10
11
12
SP Charge Type
Skill Activation
Duration
15 Seconds
16 Seconds
17 Seconds
18 Seconds
19 Seconds
20 Seconds
21 Seconds
22 Seconds
23 Seconds
25 Seconds
Skill Effect
Changes attack range to frontal 3 tiles, Attack Interval increases a bit, ATK +100%, increasing Talent triggering chance to 100%
* This Skill modifies the Attack Interval by 0.4
* This Skill modifies the Attack Interval by 0.4
Changes attack range to frontal 3 tiles, Attack Interval increases a bit, ATK +105%, increasing Talent triggering chance to 100%
* This Skill modifies the Attack Interval by 0.4
* This Skill modifies the Attack Interval by 0.4
Changes attack range to frontal 3 tiles, Attack Interval increases a bit, ATK +110%, increasing Talent triggering chance to 100%
* This Skill modifies the Attack Interval by 0.4
* This Skill modifies the Attack Interval by 0.4
Changes attack range to frontal 3 tiles, Attack Interval increases a bit, ATK +120%, increasing Talent triggering chance to 100%
* This Skill modifies the Attack Interval by 0.4
* This Skill modifies the Attack Interval by 0.4
Changes attack range to frontal 3 tiles, Attack Interval increases a bit, ATK +125%, increasing Talent triggering chance to 100%
* This Skill modifies the Attack Interval by 0.4
* This Skill modifies the Attack Interval by 0.4
Changes attack range to frontal 3 tiles, Attack Interval increases a bit, ATK +130%, increasing Talent triggering chance to 100%
* This Skill modifies the Attack Interval by 0.4
* This Skill modifies the Attack Interval by 0.4
Changes attack range to frontal 3 tiles, Attack Interval increases a bit, ATK +140%, increasing Talent triggering chance to 100%
* This Skill modifies the Attack Interval by 0.4
* This Skill modifies the Attack Interval by 0.4
Changes attack range to frontal 4 tiles, Attack Interval increases a bit, ATK +150%, increasing Talent triggering chance to 100%
* This Skill modifies the Attack Interval by 0.4
* This Skill modifies the Attack Interval by 0.4
Changes attack range to frontal 4 tiles, Attack Interval increases a bit, ATK +160%, increasing Talent triggering chance to 100%
* This Skill modifies the Attack Interval by 0.4
* This Skill modifies the Attack Interval by 0.4
Changes attack range to frontal 4 tiles, Attack Interval increases a bit, ATK +180%, increasing Talent triggering chance to 100%
* This Skill modifies the Attack Interval by 0.4
* This Skill modifies the Attack Interval by 0.4
Skill Range
| atk | 1 |
|---|---|
| base_attack_time | 0.4 |
| talent@prob | 1 |
| atk | 1.05 |
|---|---|
| base_attack_time | 0.4 |
| talent@prob | 1 |
| atk | 1.1 |
|---|---|
| base_attack_time | 0.4 |
| talent@prob | 1 |
| atk | 1.2 |
|---|---|
| base_attack_time | 0.4 |
| talent@prob | 1 |
| atk | 1.25 |
|---|---|
| base_attack_time | 0.4 |
| talent@prob | 1 |
| atk | 1.3 |
|---|---|
| base_attack_time | 0.4 |
| talent@prob | 1 |
| atk | 1.4 |
|---|---|
| base_attack_time | 0.4 |
| talent@prob | 1 |
| atk | 1.5 |
|---|---|
| base_attack_time | 0.4 |
| talent@prob | 1 |
| atk | 1.6 |
|---|---|
| base_attack_time | 0.4 |
| talent@prob | 1 |
| atk | 1.8 |
|---|---|
| base_attack_time | 0.4 |
| talent@prob | 1 |
Modules
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Equip Trait
Redeployment Time reduced
Equip Attribute Bonuses
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| max_hp | 130 |
| atk | 55 |
| respawn_time | -25 |
Unlock Information
| Materials |
|---|
x4
x2
x80000
|
| Missions |
|---|
| Complete a total of 5 battles; You must deploy your own Schwarz, and unleash Final Tactics at least 2 times in each battle |
| Clear Side Story OF-7 with a 3-star rating; You must deploy your own Schwarz, and have Schwarz defeat at least 2 Rockbreakers |
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Equip Trait
Increases ATK to 105% when attacking enemies directly in front, and ignores their Physical Dodge
Equip Attribute Bonuses
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| atk | 80 |
| def | 10 |
Talent Information
Unlock Information
| Materials |
|---|
x4
x2
x80000
|
| Missions |
|---|
| Defeat a total of 10 elite or leader enemies with Schwarz (excluding Support Units) |
| Clear Main Theme 2-1 with a 3-star rating; You must deploy your own Schwarz, and only Sniper Operators are allowed for the remaining members |
RIIC Base Skills
Make Tea
Lvl: 1
(沏茶)
Room Type:
Dormitory
When this Operator is assigned to a Dormitory, restores +0.55 Morale per hour to another Operator assigned to that Dormitory whose Morale is not full (Only the strongest effect of this type takes place); if the target is Ceylon, further increases Morale restored by +0.45
Black Arrow
Lvl: 1
(黑矢)
Room Type:
Training Room
When this Operator is assigned to be the Trainer in the Training Room, Sniper Operators' Specialization training speed +60%
Botzu's Quick Evaluation
+ Talent: When attacking, chance to crit for increased damage and decrease enemy DEF for a short duration
+ E2 Talent: When deployed with at least 1 other sniper, all Snipers gain ATK
+ A good companion to Exusiai as she can kill heavy DEF units that Exusiai can't
+ High ATK and damage multipliers
+ Tops the Physical dps charts vs enemies with medium+ DEF
+ S3: Guaranteed critical burst
- High DP cost
- Short attack range
- S3: Range narrows to a frontal line and slightly Slower ASPD
+ E2 Talent: When deployed with at least 1 other sniper, all Snipers gain ATK
+ A good companion to Exusiai as she can kill heavy DEF units that Exusiai can't
+ High ATK and damage multipliers
+ Tops the Physical dps charts vs enemies with medium+ DEF
+ S3: Guaranteed critical burst
- High DP cost
- Short attack range
- S3: Range narrows to a frontal line and slightly Slower ASPD
Operator Overview
"My expertise? Killing and protecting people. Oh, and making tea. Don't be so shocked. After all, Lady Ceylon is... Anyway, I'm good at that."
Embodying the sleek grace and killing power of the black panther, it’s no surprise that Schwarz is a hugely popular Operator. But no stalkers, please: she’s taken! Fans will have to settle for appreciating her prowess as a 6* Close Range Sniper, and it’s worth appreciating: Schwarz might be one of the more powerful dedicated boss-killer units in Arknights.
The boss-killing begins with Schwarz’s first Talent, Armor Penetration Arrow. It randomly triggers when she attacks, increasing the damage of her shot (a “crit” effect) and after promotion to E1, debuffing the DEF of her target. All of Schwarz’s Skills revolve around increasing the activation chance of this Talent. Her Skill 1, Charged Shot, is an auto skill that increases the chance dramatically and adds a large ATK buff every few shots, making it great for consistent damage output. Her Skill 2, Sharp Eye, grants less of an ATK and Talent activation buff, but every shot during its duration gains the effect, making it better for burst or heavy-action periods. With its SP cost and duration, this skill has great up-time.
Her Skill 3, Final Tactics, however, is where Schwarz gains her reputation. It changes her attack range to a long, narrow line (who’s Close Range now, bitch?!) and gives a 100% chance to trigger her Talent, guaranteeing huge numbers with every shot. This Skill also charges ridiculously quickly, has great up-time for how powerful it is, and packs a huge ATK buff in the bargain. Even though it does force her to attack straight ahead, which can limit her deployment, it is still her marquee Skill.
While Schwarz can become one of the most potent boss-killers in Arknights, she does have limitations you’ll have to work around, mostly in terms of deploying her. As a Close Range Sniper, her DP cost is extremely high compared to standard Anti-Air Snipers, and choosing a good position for her is difficult due to her short default range and her very specific S3 range. However, finding that perfect vantage point will all be worth it once Schwarz is disemboweling bosses and bathing in their blood.
Newbie Tier List Explanation
A powerful physical damage ranged dps unit that can be effective against enemies with some DEF
Elite Promotion Discussion
- 3rd Skill - Final Tactics - Scwharz is well known for her boss killing ability, and S3 is her ultimate execution mode. She gains an ATK buff and the activation chance of her crit Talent shoots up to 100%, guaranteeing high burst damage to anything that strays into her narrowed-but-elongated frontal range. Her Attack Interval slows a bit, and her tunnel-vision range requires proper planning and placement, but these limitations barely slow down her slaughter potential in the hands of a wise doctor. With good up-time, and relatively low SP Cost, this skill can be used repeatedly to eliminate tough targets.
- S3M1 - Extends her frontal range by 1 grid, extending her reach of Death.
- Talent 2 - Crossfire - increases the ATK of all Snipers when at least 1 other Sniper is deployed along with Schwarz. A great buff for an Anti-Air Sniper when paired with Schwarz (because of her already high Base Attack buffs from Skills, this buff has less impact on Schwarz herself).
- Talent 1 Upgrade - Armor Penetration Arrow - Doubles the crit damage and DEF down debuff. This is a huge and important buff for our ferocious feline, as her crit is the core of her power. The ATK buff is multiplicative with her Skill ATK buffs, all of her Skills increase the crit chance, and the high ATK this provides, along with the DEF down, is what makes her able to take out high DEF threats.
Skill Discussion
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S3M1 | Breakpoint | ||
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S3M3 | S+ | S+ | S |
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S2M3 | B- | B | B |
Schwarz has a reputation as a boss killer, which I admit my own previous writeups have perpetuated. And it is true to a point, but her rapid cycle times make her an excellent general purpose DPS unit as well, just one that can take on harder targets. Her S3 is her bread and butter skill to that end, and Masteries give her quite large damage and uptime gains.
For most, there is no need to go further with her Masteries, but her S2 has some value for those that want to use Schwarz regularly. Her S3 is the superior skill, and the range is usually a benefit, but that is not always the case and sometimes it can be a problem. Particularly in the Roguelike mode where flexibility is important, her S2 can be an enticing alternative.
Integrated Strategies Tier List Explanation
General IS Notes
+ Powerful damage with Defense shred capabilities.
+ S1 and S2: Large consistent damage when S3 is not needed.
+ S3: Huge single-target damage with very good cycling. Can take down armored threats with ease.
- S3: Straight-line range. Stage and positioning dependant.
IS2 Specific Notes
Performs well against Boss 2.
Good Relics
Golden Chalice
Wrath of Siracusans
Relic Interactions
Her kit benefits from Attack Speed increases due to her Defense debuff capabilities, and S1 can capitalize on Anger of the Siracusans.
Recommended Promotion
E2 heavily recommended for access to her S3 and masteries.
Operator Featured Articles
Skill Upgrade Costs
Level
Requisites
Materials
1 ➝ 2
Lv1
x5
2 ➝ 3
Lv1
x5
x5
x4
3 ➝ 4
Lv1
x8
x5
4 ➝ 5
Lv1
x8
x4
x3
5 ➝ 6
Lv1
x8
x7
6 ➝ 7
Lv1
x8
x3
x4
Skill
Level
Requisites
Materials
1
Lv1
8h
x8
x4
x7
Lv1
16h
x12
x4
x8
Lv1
24h
x15
x6
x5
2
Lv1
8h
x8
x4
x5
Lv1
16h
x12
x4
x10
Lv1
24h
x15
x6
x4
3
Lv1
8h
x8
x4
x7
Lv1
16h
x12
x4
x7
Lv1
24h
x15
x6
x6
Overall Skill Cost
Elite Upgrade Costs
Total Cost
Operator Profile
ArtistLiduke
CVShizuka Itou
CV (EN)Katelyn Gault
CV (CN)
梁上飞猫
CV (KR)
朴信姬
Gender
Female
Place of Birth
Rim Billiton
Birthday
Individual exhibits memory loss regarding this information
Race
Feline
Height
169cm
Combat Experience
20 years
Infection Status
Originium crystals have appeared on her body. Medical tests have confirmed her infection.
Nation Group
Physical Strength
Standard
Mobility
Excellent
Physiological Endurance
Standard
Tactical Planning
Excellent
Combat Skill
Excellent
Originium Adaptability
Standard
Profile
Formerly both SP for the Mayor of Siesta and the Bureau Chief of the Urban Public Security Bureau, she joined Rhodes Island at the same time as Ceylon.
She has outstanding achievements in covert operations, reconnaissance and anti-reconnaissance, survival, and crossbow usage. She is in charge of protecting the Doctor and is responsible for the training of basic level Rhodes Islands operators.
Clinical Analysis
Increase Trust to 25.
Imaging tests have shown the outlines of her internal organs to be indistinct due to abnormal shadows. Originium granules have been detected in her circulatory system, confirming her to be infected with Oripathy.
[Cell-Originium Assimilation] 6%
Patient's disease is under control.
[Blood Originium-Crystal Density] 0.29u/L
Patient's oripathy is mild and currently shows no indications of spreading.
Subject was exposed to Oripathy quite early on. However, due to receiving timely, excellent treatment before joining Rhodes Island, the patient's Oripathy is effectively stable.
--Medic Warfarin
Archive File 1
Increase Trust to 50.
She makes for a stern and severe bodyguard.
When needed, she acts as guardian for the Doctor. In addition, she can often be found in the vicinity of Ceylon.
She does not like to interact with others. Even when someone wants to interact with her, they usually receive a cold response.
However, she can sometimes be seen accompanying mercenaries and bounty hunters at the bar.
Archive File 2
Increase Trust to 100.
Schwarz has two faces.
In combat, she often displays a cold-hearted side. Although she mainly uses a crossbow for a weapon, even an object as seemingly benign as a pen, a book, or a rope can become a lethal weapon in her hands. Moreover, unlike an ordinary person, she doesn't value her own life or well-being. In various exercises, her methods of attack are often unpredictable. However, these methods often come at considerable cost to herself.
Perhaps Schwarz does not have as much experience in dealing with monsters as other operators do, but she is uniquely capable among Rhodes Island operators at dealing with human and humanoid foes. In the words of one operator, 'She is like a machine designed specifically to ruthlessly kill humans.'
However, in the presence of Ceylon, she may still be cold, but she betrays a softer side. Her relationship with Ceylon is less a simple master-servant relationship, and more of a relationship between sisters on equal-footing. She dotes heavily upon her younger sister and will satisfy any of her requests, no matter how unreasonable. She shows tolerance even for her most whimsical notions, and her normally cold voice possesses a certain pampering tone.
It is only in these moments that she appears to transform from a machine to a person, in the eyes of spectators. It is because of this side of her that many operators who used to fear her have been gradually changing their opinion.
Archive File 3
Increase Trust to 150.
During the Siesta incident, there is a detail that is easily overlooked: We already know that Schwarz has an abiding love for Ceylon. However, during the event, she chose to stand on the other side. Though she was forgiven, this has still ultimately been taken as a betrayal, and has caused a chain reaction of events.
In the analysis of the incident, we can see that the real reason she took the other side was because that she has an inclination toward the city's Mayor, Herman. It is true that she deeply loves Ceylon, but she is not just her puppet. Theoretically, as the mayor's agent, she ought to be the one who understands him the most. Her quote, 'When it's time to shed blood, do not send Lady Ceylon to do it, send someone who lives amongst the shadows,' is likely an accurate representation of her mentality on this.
Despite bearing witness to the event, after joining Rhodes Island, Ceylon has still shown some idealistic tendencies. This is normal. She witnessed some of the cruelty that this world is capable of, but the relatively neat resolution to this incident has lightened some of the shock of it. Moreover, not everyone needs to have a deep understanding of this so-called cruel reality.
However, this brings us to the salient point of this discussion: What position should Rhodes Island take on this issue?
People like Ceylon are not a minority in Rhodes Island. Rhodes Island is not purely a research institution and thus our nature determines that we will sometimes come face-to-face with unsavory situations. Do we have an obligation or necessity to expose these members to cruelties they've never experienced before? Or is it enough to abide by Schwarz's quote and 'Send someone who lives amongst the shadows?'
This is a topic worth discussing in more detail.
——Archivist R.F.
Archive File 4
Increase Trust to 200.
'......Actually, since I've gotten used to it, I don't really feel anything when I kill people. Especially when the people I kill are my enemies.
As for how I specifically wiped out that entire clan all by myself, you don't want to know, Doctor. Actually, aside from giving you a detailed description of the bushes and shrubs I hid in, there isn't much I can tell you. Wait, and then attack - it really is that simple.
I was born into a family of Rim Billiton merchants. Both of my parents were traders. When I was six years old, they were involved in a deal in which they were tricked into collecting a number of Originium Stones disguised as ordinary gems. I was infected with Oripathy when I stole some of these stones to play with them.
After my parents found out, they went to confront those who had tricked them, but were ambushed and killed en route. I was treated like a slave and sold. In the end, I was selected by a mercenary unit to become their newest member.
In addition to carrying out war operations, this mercenary unit was also responsible for carrying out tasks for important men, mostly their dirty work. After I passed their training, I became a child assassin. After several missions, my organization was tasked with staging some accidents' in a certain city.
That is where my fate changed.
My task was to assassinate Lady Ceylon's father, but in the process of getting close to him, he subdued me. You can't even imagine. He was a... Forget it, I won't even bring it up. In short, I helped him eliminate my entire mercenary unit. Afterward, I became part-housekeeper, part-bodyguard. That year, Lady Ceylon was three years old, and I was 12.
Actually, what Lady Ceylon doesn't know is that during those years I was a bodyguard, I also helped her father with other matters... Don't get me wrong, I was willing to. The person I care about most is Lady Ceylon but the person I respect the most was her father. That still hasn't changed after all this time.
......That day, he called me back to Siesta and told me that he found my enemies. Before I set out, he asked me 'Are you sure you want to go? You can live a good life here, Schwarz.' Ultimately, I went, but not just for revenge, but also to make a clean break. Also, I knew that somebody was waiting for me.'
——This story was related by the Doctor personally. Because its original telling was replete with vulgarity and drunken rambling, it has undergone substantial editing and abridgment. With the permission of the subject, it will be inserted into her personal record.
Promotion Record
Upgrade to Elite LV2.
One way of looking at it is, if someone like Schwarz found herself in the light, the darkness within her would gradually dissipate.
It must be noted that this is an optimistic and even irresponsible way of thinking.
A rather cruel fact we have found is that rather than saying Schwarz is her true self when she's around Ceylon, it is better to say that she is hiding her true nature.
The coldness and contempt for life she exhibits during battle is closer to her true nature. This is what is engraved into her very soul. It is the branding she would not be able to wash off even if she were to spend the rest of her life in the light.
So what we must understand is that her hopes for Ceylon may be hard to achieve, but they are not to be taken lightly. For it is only those who have experienced the darkness that understand just how deeply that coldness runs.
The only thing worth celebrating is that she recognizes this.
Only in this way, perhaps what she says will come true. That one day, the Doctor will be able to tame the evil within her. I hope that such a day will come.
Voice Lines
Default
Appointed as Assistant
I've noted down your schedule. You can confirm with me anytime.
Talk 1
If it's about making someone bleed, do not send Lady Ceylon to the task. Let those who live amongst the shadow take it over, like me.
Talk 2
I won't tell you anything more about Lady Ceylon. And of course, others won't learn anything more about you from me.
Talk 3
I'm your bodyguard, Doctor. My duty is to protect you, not chat with you. If you want to talk, please stop turning to me like Lady Ceylon does and find someone else.
Talk after Promotion 1
My expertise? Killing targets, guarding people, and... making tea. Don't be so shocked. After all, the tea Lady Ceylon makes is… Anyway, I'm good at that.
Talk after Promotion 2
Doctor, based on the danger involved in the missions to date, I believe you need to learn self-defense in addition to my protection. Otherwise, even I can't guarantee your safety.
Talk after Trust Increase 1
Once you've got blood on your hands, there's no turning back… Doctor, I do not wish you to go down the same road as mine. So leave the dirty works to me.
Talk after Trust Increase 2
You want to hear my revenge story? You won't be able to sleep at night, Doctor. But… somehow I do have this strange urge to tell you. Well then, let's hit the bar. This story will take a while.
Talk after Trust Increase 3
Sinners always get what they deserve, I know that. But I do wonder sometimes that... if I could have met Lady Ceylon and you sooner, maybe I'd be more than just a killer. It's still not too late for me? Do you really mean that, Doctor?
Idle
Falls asleep just like that? Can't keep a guard up at all, just like her.
Onboard
I'm Schwarz, Lady Ceylon's personal bodyguard, here to join Rhodes Island with her. If at all possible, please assign me to accompany her.
Watching Battle Record
I see that Rhodes Island is teeming with war monsters. I can only try to learn their way of battle.
Promotion 1
Now I understand why Rhodes Island wanted me. Your vision is a hundred times crazier than anything I ever did.
Promotion 2
Reawaken my memories? I'm fine with it. Maybe you can tame the evil inside us when on battlefields. Please, tame it for us.
Added to Squad
A mission? Got it
Appointed as Squad Leader
Follow my orders.
Depart
Let's go.
Begin Operation
None will escape.
Selecting Operator 1
Where am I needed?
Selecting Operator 2
Here.
Deployment 1
A solid position.
Deployment 2
They won't get away.
In Battle 1
I've got you in my sight.
In Battle 2
Way too obvious.
In Battle 3
Unworthy of my shots.
In Battle 4
Lady Ceylon may have mercy. I do not.
4-star Result
Doctor, in a dangerous mission like this, you'd better give you command from as far as possible.
3-star Result
We got everyone, per your order.
Sub 3-star Result
The perimeter is secured. What's next?
Operation Failure
Come, Doctor, I'll ensure your safety.
Assigned to Facility
Patrol? Got it.
Tap
...?! Please, Doctor, I don't want you to hurt yourself.
Trust Tap
Doctor, I suppose everything's fine?
Title
Arknights.
Greeting
Don't let your guard down even on base, Doctor.
Operator Records
Record: 'The Day We Left Home'
Unlock: E2, Level 1, Trust Required: 50
Paradox Stages
Stage Name: mem_shwaz_1Unlock: E2, Level 1
Description:
A long-time mercenary, Schwarz is familiar with all features of the battlefield, such that she is able to provide specific instructions to other sniper operators to boost their effectiveness.
In addition, she has an understanding of the limitations of long-range weaponry, and an eye for locating an enemy's weaknesses. Her attacks always strike those weakest sections of an enemy's defense.
Let her face the toughest target out there and she won't let you down.
General IS Notes
+ Powerful damage with Defense shred capabilities.+ S1 and S2: Large consistent damage when S3 is not needed. + S3: Huge single-target damage with very good cycling. Can take down armored threats with ease.
- S3: Straight-line range. Stage and positioning dependant.
IS2 Specific Notes
Performs well against Boss 2.Good Relics
Golden Chalice
Wrath of Siracusans
Relic Interactions
Her kit benefits from Attack Speed increases due to her Defense debuff capabilities, and S1 can capitalize on Anger of the Siracusans.Recommended Promotion
E2 heavily recommended for access to her S3 and masteries.Operator Featured Articles
Skill Upgrade Costs
| Level | Requisites | Materials |
|---|---|---|
| 1 ➝ 2 |
Lv1
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x5
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| 2 ➝ 3 |
Lv1
|
x5
x5
x4
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| 3 ➝ 4 |
Lv1
|
x8
x5
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| 4 ➝ 5 |
Lv1
|
x8
x4
x3
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| 5 ➝ 6 |
Lv1
|
x8
x7
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| 6 ➝ 7 |
Lv1
|
x8
x3
x4
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| Skill | Level | Requisites | Materials |
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| 1 |
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Lv1
8h
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x8
x4
x7
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Lv1
16h
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x12
x4
x8
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Lv1
24h
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x15
x6
x5
|
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| 2 |
|
Lv1
8h
|
x8
x4
x5
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Lv1
16h
|
x12
x4
x10
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Lv1
24h
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x15
x6
x4
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| 3 |
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Lv1
8h
|
x8
x4
x7
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Lv1
16h
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x12
x4
x7
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Lv1
24h
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x15
x6
x6
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Overall Skill Cost
Elite Upgrade Costs
Total Cost
Operator Profile
| Artist |
Liduke |
|---|---|
| CV |
Shizuka Itou |
| CV (EN) |
Katelyn Gault |
| CV (CN) |
梁上飞猫 |
| CV (KR) |
朴信姬 |
| Gender | Female |
|---|---|
| Place of Birth | Rim Billiton |
| Birthday | Individual exhibits memory loss regarding this information |
| Race | Feline |
| Height | 169cm |
| Combat Experience |
20 years
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| Infection Status | Originium crystals have appeared on her body. Medical tests have confirmed her infection. |
| Nation | |
|---|---|
| Group |
| Physical Strength | Standard |
|---|---|
| Mobility | Excellent |
| Physiological Endurance | Standard |
| Tactical Planning | Excellent |
| Combat Skill | Excellent |
| Originium Adaptability | Standard |
Profile
Formerly both SP for the Mayor of Siesta and the Bureau Chief of the Urban Public Security Bureau, she joined Rhodes Island at the same time as Ceylon.
She has outstanding achievements in covert operations, reconnaissance and anti-reconnaissance, survival, and crossbow usage. She is in charge of protecting the Doctor and is responsible for the training of basic level Rhodes Islands operators.
She has outstanding achievements in covert operations, reconnaissance and anti-reconnaissance, survival, and crossbow usage. She is in charge of protecting the Doctor and is responsible for the training of basic level Rhodes Islands operators.
Clinical Analysis
Increase Trust to 25.Imaging tests have shown the outlines of her internal organs to be indistinct due to abnormal shadows. Originium granules have been detected in her circulatory system, confirming her to be infected with Oripathy.
[Cell-Originium Assimilation] 6%
Patient's disease is under control.
[Blood Originium-Crystal Density] 0.29u/L
Patient's oripathy is mild and currently shows no indications of spreading.
Subject was exposed to Oripathy quite early on. However, due to receiving timely, excellent treatment before joining Rhodes Island, the patient's Oripathy is effectively stable.
--Medic Warfarin
[Cell-Originium Assimilation] 6%
Patient's disease is under control.
[Blood Originium-Crystal Density] 0.29u/L
Patient's oripathy is mild and currently shows no indications of spreading.
Subject was exposed to Oripathy quite early on. However, due to receiving timely, excellent treatment before joining Rhodes Island, the patient's Oripathy is effectively stable.
--Medic Warfarin
Archive File 1
Increase Trust to 50.She makes for a stern and severe bodyguard.
When needed, she acts as guardian for the Doctor. In addition, she can often be found in the vicinity of Ceylon.
She does not like to interact with others. Even when someone wants to interact with her, they usually receive a cold response.
However, she can sometimes be seen accompanying mercenaries and bounty hunters at the bar.
When needed, she acts as guardian for the Doctor. In addition, she can often be found in the vicinity of Ceylon.
She does not like to interact with others. Even when someone wants to interact with her, they usually receive a cold response.
However, she can sometimes be seen accompanying mercenaries and bounty hunters at the bar.
Archive File 2
Increase Trust to 100.Schwarz has two faces.
In combat, she often displays a cold-hearted side. Although she mainly uses a crossbow for a weapon, even an object as seemingly benign as a pen, a book, or a rope can become a lethal weapon in her hands. Moreover, unlike an ordinary person, she doesn't value her own life or well-being. In various exercises, her methods of attack are often unpredictable. However, these methods often come at considerable cost to herself.
Perhaps Schwarz does not have as much experience in dealing with monsters as other operators do, but she is uniquely capable among Rhodes Island operators at dealing with human and humanoid foes. In the words of one operator, 'She is like a machine designed specifically to ruthlessly kill humans.'
However, in the presence of Ceylon, she may still be cold, but she betrays a softer side. Her relationship with Ceylon is less a simple master-servant relationship, and more of a relationship between sisters on equal-footing. She dotes heavily upon her younger sister and will satisfy any of her requests, no matter how unreasonable. She shows tolerance even for her most whimsical notions, and her normally cold voice possesses a certain pampering tone.
It is only in these moments that she appears to transform from a machine to a person, in the eyes of spectators. It is because of this side of her that many operators who used to fear her have been gradually changing their opinion.
In combat, she often displays a cold-hearted side. Although she mainly uses a crossbow for a weapon, even an object as seemingly benign as a pen, a book, or a rope can become a lethal weapon in her hands. Moreover, unlike an ordinary person, she doesn't value her own life or well-being. In various exercises, her methods of attack are often unpredictable. However, these methods often come at considerable cost to herself.
Perhaps Schwarz does not have as much experience in dealing with monsters as other operators do, but she is uniquely capable among Rhodes Island operators at dealing with human and humanoid foes. In the words of one operator, 'She is like a machine designed specifically to ruthlessly kill humans.'
However, in the presence of Ceylon, she may still be cold, but she betrays a softer side. Her relationship with Ceylon is less a simple master-servant relationship, and more of a relationship between sisters on equal-footing. She dotes heavily upon her younger sister and will satisfy any of her requests, no matter how unreasonable. She shows tolerance even for her most whimsical notions, and her normally cold voice possesses a certain pampering tone.
It is only in these moments that she appears to transform from a machine to a person, in the eyes of spectators. It is because of this side of her that many operators who used to fear her have been gradually changing their opinion.
Archive File 3
Increase Trust to 150.During the Siesta incident, there is a detail that is easily overlooked: We already know that Schwarz has an abiding love for Ceylon. However, during the event, she chose to stand on the other side. Though she was forgiven, this has still ultimately been taken as a betrayal, and has caused a chain reaction of events.
In the analysis of the incident, we can see that the real reason she took the other side was because that she has an inclination toward the city's Mayor, Herman. It is true that she deeply loves Ceylon, but she is not just her puppet. Theoretically, as the mayor's agent, she ought to be the one who understands him the most. Her quote, 'When it's time to shed blood, do not send Lady Ceylon to do it, send someone who lives amongst the shadows,' is likely an accurate representation of her mentality on this.
Despite bearing witness to the event, after joining Rhodes Island, Ceylon has still shown some idealistic tendencies. This is normal. She witnessed some of the cruelty that this world is capable of, but the relatively neat resolution to this incident has lightened some of the shock of it. Moreover, not everyone needs to have a deep understanding of this so-called cruel reality.
However, this brings us to the salient point of this discussion: What position should Rhodes Island take on this issue?
People like Ceylon are not a minority in Rhodes Island. Rhodes Island is not purely a research institution and thus our nature determines that we will sometimes come face-to-face with unsavory situations. Do we have an obligation or necessity to expose these members to cruelties they've never experienced before? Or is it enough to abide by Schwarz's quote and 'Send someone who lives amongst the shadows?'
This is a topic worth discussing in more detail.
——Archivist R.F.
In the analysis of the incident, we can see that the real reason she took the other side was because that she has an inclination toward the city's Mayor, Herman. It is true that she deeply loves Ceylon, but she is not just her puppet. Theoretically, as the mayor's agent, she ought to be the one who understands him the most. Her quote, 'When it's time to shed blood, do not send Lady Ceylon to do it, send someone who lives amongst the shadows,' is likely an accurate representation of her mentality on this.
Despite bearing witness to the event, after joining Rhodes Island, Ceylon has still shown some idealistic tendencies. This is normal. She witnessed some of the cruelty that this world is capable of, but the relatively neat resolution to this incident has lightened some of the shock of it. Moreover, not everyone needs to have a deep understanding of this so-called cruel reality.
However, this brings us to the salient point of this discussion: What position should Rhodes Island take on this issue?
People like Ceylon are not a minority in Rhodes Island. Rhodes Island is not purely a research institution and thus our nature determines that we will sometimes come face-to-face with unsavory situations. Do we have an obligation or necessity to expose these members to cruelties they've never experienced before? Or is it enough to abide by Schwarz's quote and 'Send someone who lives amongst the shadows?'
This is a topic worth discussing in more detail.
——Archivist R.F.
Archive File 4
Increase Trust to 200.'......Actually, since I've gotten used to it, I don't really feel anything when I kill people. Especially when the people I kill are my enemies.
As for how I specifically wiped out that entire clan all by myself, you don't want to know, Doctor. Actually, aside from giving you a detailed description of the bushes and shrubs I hid in, there isn't much I can tell you. Wait, and then attack - it really is that simple.
I was born into a family of Rim Billiton merchants. Both of my parents were traders. When I was six years old, they were involved in a deal in which they were tricked into collecting a number of Originium Stones disguised as ordinary gems. I was infected with Oripathy when I stole some of these stones to play with them.
After my parents found out, they went to confront those who had tricked them, but were ambushed and killed en route. I was treated like a slave and sold. In the end, I was selected by a mercenary unit to become their newest member.
In addition to carrying out war operations, this mercenary unit was also responsible for carrying out tasks for important men, mostly their dirty work. After I passed their training, I became a child assassin. After several missions, my organization was tasked with staging some accidents' in a certain city.
That is where my fate changed.
My task was to assassinate Lady Ceylon's father, but in the process of getting close to him, he subdued me. You can't even imagine. He was a... Forget it, I won't even bring it up. In short, I helped him eliminate my entire mercenary unit. Afterward, I became part-housekeeper, part-bodyguard. That year, Lady Ceylon was three years old, and I was 12.
Actually, what Lady Ceylon doesn't know is that during those years I was a bodyguard, I also helped her father with other matters... Don't get me wrong, I was willing to. The person I care about most is Lady Ceylon but the person I respect the most was her father. That still hasn't changed after all this time.
......That day, he called me back to Siesta and told me that he found my enemies. Before I set out, he asked me 'Are you sure you want to go? You can live a good life here, Schwarz.' Ultimately, I went, but not just for revenge, but also to make a clean break. Also, I knew that somebody was waiting for me.'
——This story was related by the Doctor personally. Because its original telling was replete with vulgarity and drunken rambling, it has undergone substantial editing and abridgment. With the permission of the subject, it will be inserted into her personal record.
As for how I specifically wiped out that entire clan all by myself, you don't want to know, Doctor. Actually, aside from giving you a detailed description of the bushes and shrubs I hid in, there isn't much I can tell you. Wait, and then attack - it really is that simple.
I was born into a family of Rim Billiton merchants. Both of my parents were traders. When I was six years old, they were involved in a deal in which they were tricked into collecting a number of Originium Stones disguised as ordinary gems. I was infected with Oripathy when I stole some of these stones to play with them.
After my parents found out, they went to confront those who had tricked them, but were ambushed and killed en route. I was treated like a slave and sold. In the end, I was selected by a mercenary unit to become their newest member.
In addition to carrying out war operations, this mercenary unit was also responsible for carrying out tasks for important men, mostly their dirty work. After I passed their training, I became a child assassin. After several missions, my organization was tasked with staging some accidents' in a certain city.
That is where my fate changed.
My task was to assassinate Lady Ceylon's father, but in the process of getting close to him, he subdued me. You can't even imagine. He was a... Forget it, I won't even bring it up. In short, I helped him eliminate my entire mercenary unit. Afterward, I became part-housekeeper, part-bodyguard. That year, Lady Ceylon was three years old, and I was 12.
Actually, what Lady Ceylon doesn't know is that during those years I was a bodyguard, I also helped her father with other matters... Don't get me wrong, I was willing to. The person I care about most is Lady Ceylon but the person I respect the most was her father. That still hasn't changed after all this time.
......That day, he called me back to Siesta and told me that he found my enemies. Before I set out, he asked me 'Are you sure you want to go? You can live a good life here, Schwarz.' Ultimately, I went, but not just for revenge, but also to make a clean break. Also, I knew that somebody was waiting for me.'
——This story was related by the Doctor personally. Because its original telling was replete with vulgarity and drunken rambling, it has undergone substantial editing and abridgment. With the permission of the subject, it will be inserted into her personal record.
Promotion Record
Upgrade to Elite LV2.One way of looking at it is, if someone like Schwarz found herself in the light, the darkness within her would gradually dissipate.
It must be noted that this is an optimistic and even irresponsible way of thinking.
A rather cruel fact we have found is that rather than saying Schwarz is her true self when she's around Ceylon, it is better to say that she is hiding her true nature.
The coldness and contempt for life she exhibits during battle is closer to her true nature. This is what is engraved into her very soul. It is the branding she would not be able to wash off even if she were to spend the rest of her life in the light.
So what we must understand is that her hopes for Ceylon may be hard to achieve, but they are not to be taken lightly. For it is only those who have experienced the darkness that understand just how deeply that coldness runs.
The only thing worth celebrating is that she recognizes this.
Only in this way, perhaps what she says will come true. That one day, the Doctor will be able to tame the evil within her. I hope that such a day will come.
It must be noted that this is an optimistic and even irresponsible way of thinking.
A rather cruel fact we have found is that rather than saying Schwarz is her true self when she's around Ceylon, it is better to say that she is hiding her true nature.
The coldness and contempt for life she exhibits during battle is closer to her true nature. This is what is engraved into her very soul. It is the branding she would not be able to wash off even if she were to spend the rest of her life in the light.
So what we must understand is that her hopes for Ceylon may be hard to achieve, but they are not to be taken lightly. For it is only those who have experienced the darkness that understand just how deeply that coldness runs.
The only thing worth celebrating is that she recognizes this.
Only in this way, perhaps what she says will come true. That one day, the Doctor will be able to tame the evil within her. I hope that such a day will come.
Voice Lines
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| Appointed as Assistant | I've noted down your schedule. You can confirm with me anytime. |
|---|---|
| Talk 1 | If it's about making someone bleed, do not send Lady Ceylon to the task. Let those who live amongst the shadow take it over, like me. |
| Talk 2 | I won't tell you anything more about Lady Ceylon. And of course, others won't learn anything more about you from me. |
| Talk 3 | I'm your bodyguard, Doctor. My duty is to protect you, not chat with you. If you want to talk, please stop turning to me like Lady Ceylon does and find someone else. |
| Talk after Promotion 1 | My expertise? Killing targets, guarding people, and... making tea. Don't be so shocked. After all, the tea Lady Ceylon makes is… Anyway, I'm good at that. |
| Talk after Promotion 2 | Doctor, based on the danger involved in the missions to date, I believe you need to learn self-defense in addition to my protection. Otherwise, even I can't guarantee your safety. |
| Talk after Trust Increase 1 | Once you've got blood on your hands, there's no turning back… Doctor, I do not wish you to go down the same road as mine. So leave the dirty works to me. |
| Talk after Trust Increase 2 | You want to hear my revenge story? You won't be able to sleep at night, Doctor. But… somehow I do have this strange urge to tell you. Well then, let's hit the bar. This story will take a while. |
| Talk after Trust Increase 3 | Sinners always get what they deserve, I know that. But I do wonder sometimes that... if I could have met Lady Ceylon and you sooner, maybe I'd be more than just a killer. It's still not too late for me? Do you really mean that, Doctor? |
| Idle | Falls asleep just like that? Can't keep a guard up at all, just like her. |
| Onboard | I'm Schwarz, Lady Ceylon's personal bodyguard, here to join Rhodes Island with her. If at all possible, please assign me to accompany her. |
| Watching Battle Record | I see that Rhodes Island is teeming with war monsters. I can only try to learn their way of battle. |
| Promotion 1 | Now I understand why Rhodes Island wanted me. Your vision is a hundred times crazier than anything I ever did. |
| Promotion 2 | Reawaken my memories? I'm fine with it. Maybe you can tame the evil inside us when on battlefields. Please, tame it for us. |
| Added to Squad | A mission? Got it |
| Appointed as Squad Leader | Follow my orders. |
| Depart | Let's go. |
| Begin Operation | None will escape. |
| Selecting Operator 1 | Where am I needed? |
| Selecting Operator 2 | Here. |
| Deployment 1 | A solid position. |
| Deployment 2 | They won't get away. |
| In Battle 1 | I've got you in my sight. |
| In Battle 2 | Way too obvious. |
| In Battle 3 | Unworthy of my shots. |
| In Battle 4 | Lady Ceylon may have mercy. I do not. |
| 4-star Result | Doctor, in a dangerous mission like this, you'd better give you command from as far as possible. |
| 3-star Result | We got everyone, per your order. |
| Sub 3-star Result | The perimeter is secured. What's next? |
| Operation Failure | Come, Doctor, I'll ensure your safety. |
| Assigned to Facility | Patrol? Got it. |
| Tap | ...?! Please, Doctor, I don't want you to hurt yourself. |
| Trust Tap | Doctor, I suppose everything's fine? |
| Title | Arknights. |
| Greeting | Don't let your guard down even on base, Doctor. |
Operator Records
Record: 'The Day We Left Home'
Unlock: E2, Level 1, Trust Required: 50
Paradox Stages
Stage Name: mem_shwaz_1
Unlock: E2, Level 1
Description:
A long-time mercenary, Schwarz is familiar with all features of the battlefield, such that she is able to provide specific instructions to other sniper operators to boost their effectiveness. In addition, she has an understanding of the limitations of long-range weaponry, and an eye for locating an enemy's weaknesses. Her attacks always strike those weakest sections of an enemy's defense.
Let her face the toughest target out there and she won't let you down.
