{{gallery:la.png?100 |}} **Luminaris Academy -** **Weapons Intermediate** //Guiding Tenno, igniting stars.// [[:guide | MAIN GUIDE]] | [[:guide:intermediate | BACK TO INTERMEDIATE]] ====== As you progress through the game, having the right weapons can significantly impact your effectiveness in combat. Here’s a guide to some excellent intermediate weapons, along with essential mods and tips. ====== ---- =====1. Understanding Weapons Types: ===== Before we dive into specific weapons, Let's categorize them based on their Strengths: ==== Crit Weapons: ==== * These weapons have ~20% or more critical strike chance. * Primaries (rifles, shotguns) are the strongest for crit builds, followed by melee weapons. * All weapon types can work well with crit builds. ==== Status Weapons: ==== * These weapons have ~20% or more status chance * They excel on weapons that hit quickly (similar to on-hit builds in other games). * Avoid running status builds on shotguns unless they have 30% status chance or more. ==== Hybrid Weapons: ==== * These weapons have ~15% or more critical strike and status chance. * Strongest on melee weapons but decent for all types. ==== Garbage Weapons AKA MR Fodder: ==== * These weapons have sub-par critical strike and status chance. * Most of them are not worth using unless you have a powerful Riven mod or they are exceptions. ---- ===== 2. Core Mods for Intermediate Weapons: ===== ==== Damage Mods: ==== * Serration (Primed) for rifles. * Point Blank for shotguns. * Hornet Strike (Primed) for pistols. * Pressure Point for melee. ==== Multi-Shot Mods: ==== * Always used except on melee weapons (they don’t exist). ==== Crit Chance / Crit Damage Mods: ==== * Always used on crit or hybrid weapons (except melee). ==== 90% Elemental Mods: ==== * Main damage mods after adding +damage/+multi-shot/+crit. * Dual stats (60% elemental damage, 60% status chance) are also essential for status builds. ---- ===== 3. Additional Tips: ===== ==== IPS Mods: ==== * These boost the damage of Impact, Puncture, or Slash. * Except for the mods that give 120% or more additional IPS damage, they are generally worthless. ==== Experiment and Adapt: ==== * Try different combinations in the Simulacrum to find what works best for your playstyle. * Optimize your gear using Forma to add polarities. ---- **Remember, weapon Modding is an art. Tailor your loadouts to your preferred playstyle, and explore the vast array of weapons Warframe offers. May your arsenal be formidable, Tenno!**