Wanna Dominate in Warframe? Try This Jade Build
Mastering Warframe's Jade: Optimal Builds and Gameplay Strategies
Jade, Warframe's 57th addition, offers a unique aerial combat style. This celestial warrior reigns destruction from above, protecting allies while delivering devastating blows. This guide details optimal Jade builds for various playstyles in Warframe.
JUMP TO:
Unlocking Jade | Gameplay Overview | Beginner Build | Steel Path Build | Ability Breakdown
Unlocking Jade
Released June 18, 2024, Jade's blueprint is obtained through the Jade Shadows quest (accessible via the Codex). Components are acquired from Acension on Uranus' Brutus. Alternatively, purchase the blueprint and component blueprints from Ordis in the Larunda Relay (Mercury) using Vestigial Motes. Resource requirements are as follows:
| Chassis | 15000 Credits, 600 Alloy Plate, 4000 Nano Spores, 1500 Plastids, 6 Morphics |
| Neuroptics | 15000 Credits, 1000 Circuits, 750 Bundle, 3 Neural Sensors, 4 Neurodes |
| Systems | 15000 Credits, 600 Ferrite, 600 Plastids, 1100 Rubedo, 10 Control Module |
Gameplay Overview
Jade's gameplay is straightforward. Select a song (second ability), slow enemies and reduce their defenses (third ability), mark targets (first ability), and unleash devastating aerial attacks (fourth ability's alt-fire). Efficient energy management and damage mitigation are crucial. The builds below address these aspects.
Beginner Jade Build
This build avoids Helminth abilities and Archon shards, making it accessible to new players. Note that Jade equips two Aura mods.
Core mods (Continuity, Intensify, Flow, Stretch) are universally beneficial. Arcane Energize is recommended but optional.
| Mod | Effect |
|---|---|
| Aura Mod – Corrosive Projection | Reduces enemy armor by 18% (max rank). |
| Aura Mod – Pistol Amp | Boosts exalted weapon damage (considered a pistol). |
| Exilus Slot | Aviator (damage reduction while airborne). |
| Continuity | +30% ability duration, reduced energy drain. |
| Intensify | Increased ability strength. |
| Flow | Larger energy pool. |
| Stretch | Increased ability range. |
| Redirection | Increased shield capacity. |
| Equilibrium | Larger energy pool. |
| Augur Message/Streamline | Increased ability duration (stacks with Continuity); energy conversion to shields (Streamline reduces energy usage). |
| Player’s Choice | Slot for addressing build weaknesses (e.g., Augur Secrets for ability strength, Augur Reach for range). |
For Glory (Jade's exalted weapon), utilize standard pistol mods (Hornet Strike, Target Cracker, Barrel Diffusion, Lethal Torrent) focusing on damage, critical chance, multishot, and fire rate. Anemic Agility boosts fire rate at the cost of some damage. Remaining slots should be filled with elemental or faction mods based on enemy type.
Steel Path Jade Build
This build utilizes no Helminth subsumption, leveraging Jade's inherent strengths. Arcanes Molt Augmented (increased ability power) and Arcane Avenger (increased critical hits from the exalted weapon) are recommended.
| Mod | Effect |
|---|---|
| Aura Mod – Aerodynamic | Increased damage reduction (crucial for Steel Path). |
| Aura Mod – Growing Power | +25% ability strength for 6 seconds after a status effect. |
| Exilus Slot – Aviator | Damage reduction while airborne. |
| Primed Continuity | Significantly increased ability duration and reduced energy drain. |
| Umbral Intensify | Increased ability strength. |
| Primed Redirection | Maximized shields. |
| Stretch | Increased ability range. |
| Fast Deflection | Increased shield recharge. |
| Equilibrium | Energy and health orb conversion. |
| Adaptation | Further damage reduction. |
| Transient Fortitude | Energy and health orb conversion. |
Glory's build uses standard pistol mods (Hornet Strike, Primed Target Cracker, Prime Pistol Gambit, Galvanized Diffusion, Lethal Torrent), with elemental mods tailored to opponents. This serves as a foundation for further experimentation.
Jade's Abilities
| Passive – The Anointed | Two Aura Mod slots. |
| Light’s Judgement | Healing/damaging light well. |
| Symphony of Mercy | Three songs buffing allies (Power of the Seven, Deathbringer, Spirit of Resilience). |
| Ophanim Eyes | Slows enemies, dissolves armor, allows ranged revives. |
| Glory on High | Powerful aerial attacks; alt-fire detonates Judgments. |
Warframe is available now.
UPDATE: This article was updated on 1/31/25 by Escapist Editorial to add additional value.
-
Jan 22,25Kingdom Hearts 4 Will Reboot the Series Kingdom Hearts creator Tetsuya Nomura recently hinted at a pivotal shift for the series with the upcoming fourth mainline installment. This article delves into his revelations about this crucial new chapter. Nomura Hints at a Series Conclusion with Kingdom Hearts 4 Kingdom Hearts 4: A Story Reset, -
Jan 20,25‘Dungeons of Dreadrock 2’ Announced, Launching on Nintendo Switch in November with Mobile and PC Versions to Follow Approximately two and a half years ago, we were captivated by the delightful dungeon crawler, Dungeons of Dreadrock, developed by Christoph Minnameier. This top-down perspective game, reminiscent of classics like Dungeon Master and Eye of the Beholder, offered a unique puzzle-solving experience acr -
Dec 10,24Cosplay Marvel Emerges: Elden Ring's Mohg Impresses A stunning Mohg cosplay, strikingly similar to the Elden Ring boss, has been shared online, captivating the gaming community. Mohg, Lord of Blood, a Demigod boss crucial to accessing the recent Shadow of the Erdtree DLC, has enjoyed renewed prominence. Elden Ring, a FromSoftware triumph released in -
Jan 30,25Hunters Rejoice! Monster Hunter Wilds Showcases New Content In February Open Beta Monster Hunter Wilds: February Open Beta Extends Hunting Opportunities Get ready for another chance to dive into the world of Monster Hunter Wilds! A second Open Beta Test is scheduled for the first two weeks of February, offering both newcomers and returning players a taste of the action before th