Ultimate Saros Guide: Using the Ripsaw Chakram to Defeat Bosses

In the world of Saros, while earlier shotguns may serve as reliable options thanks to their robust Alt-Fire modes, players will eventually reach a stage where simply staggering enemies is insufficient. To effectively conquer the endgame biomes and bring down the formidable Overlords, you need to wield the top-tier weapon: the Ripsaw Chakram.

The Ripsaw Chakram stands out as a weapon that rewards skillful gameplay. Its unique mechanics depart from the conventional arsenal found in Arjun’s repertoire. Once you adapt your playstyle to incorporate this weapon, you’ll discover it is among the most powerful tools at your disposal.

Comparing the Ripsaw and Myriad Chakrams

The in-game menu detailing the 'Myriad Chakram' with a partial description and a 'Data Decryption Progress' bar at 34%. — The Chakram is one of the most unique weapons in the game.

Within the game, there are two prominent types of Chakrams, each serving distinct purposes. However, one clearly dominates the other.

Myriad Chakram: This variant utilizes remote-controlled discs that ricochet between foes. It’s effective against groups but falls short in melting through individual high-health targets.
Ripsaw Chakram: This model fires discs that embed directly into enemies, inflicting continuous damage over time, proving superior in high-stakes encounters.

Harnessing the Tormented Retract Alt-Fire

A player in 'Immortals of Aveum' battles a large creature amidst cave-like surroundings, employing magical projectiles. — Tormented Retract is incredibly potent, quickly dispatching foes.

The Ripsaw Chakram’s unrivaled status against bosses is attributed to its Alt-Fire feature: Tormented Retract. This mode allows substantial damage output while keeping your focus on evasive maneuvers and defense.

Hold the R2 button halfway to rev the discs embedded in your target.
This revving mechanism boosts both Damage and Stagger effects as they remain lodged within the enemy.
You can embed your discs in any adversary, including Overlords, reposition to avoid threatening attack patterns, and simply hold R2 to watch your enemy’s health diminish.

Steps to Maximize Damage Output

To elevate the Ripsaw Chakram to a true weapon of mass destruction, mastering a specific rhythm is essential.

Unleash your discs into the enemy.
Press and hold R2 halfway to gradually deplete their health while building Stagger.
Be mindful that the discs will eventually return. Before this occurs, press R2 fully to execute the Power Weapon feature, allowing you to retrieve and re-launch the discs at your foe.

Unlocking the God Tier Trait: Chakram Blast

A character in 'Immortals of Aveum' is crouching on a stone path as magical projectiles surge toward a glowing green enemy under a purple sky, with UI elements showing a mini-map and health bars. — Chakram Blast enables you to unleash all discs at once on an enemy.

The primary drawback of the Ripsaw is its requirement to launch individual discs; however, if you acquire a variant with the Chakram Blast trait, the weapon becomes exceptionally formidable. This trait permits the simultaneous launch of all discs, amplifying both the overall damage and the damage dealt during the revving process.

Reasons to Transition from Other Weapons

Although you might feel more at ease using other weapon types, there are numerous advantages to adopting the Ripsaw Chakram. This weapon excels in clearing the challenging Infernal Strands and other endgame biomes while substantially minimizing risk. While mastering the R2 trigger mechanics may require some practice (or adjustments to your Alt-Fire controls), once you’ve grasped the technique, you will find it easy to dominate Overlords and other powerful foes.

This guide is derived from a complete playthrough on the standard PlayStation 5. All screenshots were taken from this version.

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