The Vinquibus represents a pioneering step in Warframe as the first hybrid rifle and bayonet combination, occupying both the primary and melee weapon slots. Although it may not be the most powerful weapon available in the game, the Vinquibus offers an engaging gameplay experience and is capable of effectively tackling challenges even in the Steel Path.
This comprehensive guide will explore essential insights about the Vinquibus, featuring optimal builds, acquisition methods, where to locate its stance mod, and an overview of its unique dual passive abilities.
How to Acquire the Vinquibus in Warframe
Players can gather the necessary resources and components to assemble the Vinquibus by completing the Descendia mission, accessible through the Dark Refactory after finishing The Old Peace quest. Alternatively, you can visit Roathe in Sanctum Anatomica’s La Cathedrale to purchase Vinquibus parts using Maphica, which can also be obtained during Descendia runs. Note that components for the Vinquibus are available after completing the 21st Infernum.
Acquiring the Harrowing Spire Stance Mod for Vinquibus
Similar to the Vinquibus, the Harrowing Spire stance mod can potentially drop during Descendia runs. You can obtain this mod either by completing an Infernum or breaking various containers within these missions. This stance excels at launching enemies into the air, with guaranteed knockback effects from its heavy attack and both standing and running block combos. Notably, damage dealt while using the rifle aspect of the weapon is considered melee damage.
Understanding Vinquibus’ Passive Abilities
As a hybrid weapon, the Vinquibus offers unique advantages with its two passive abilities:
- Vinquibus Precision (Primary): Hitting a headshot temporarily boosts melee damage by +250% for the next two melee attacks, stacking up to a total of 16 attacks.
- Vinquibus Ferocity (Melee): Achieving a melee kill replenishes the weapon’s Rifle Ammo Efficiency by 100% for the next four shots, stacking up to 16 shots.
These complementary passives make the Vinquibus a resilient, self-sustaining weapon. Fluidly transitioning between shooting and melee attacks maximizes its potential and keeps you at an advantage.
All modifications, including Polarization, Exilus unlocks, and Lens Installations, apply to both weapon slots for the Vinquibus.
Optimal Builds for Vinquibus in Warframe
The Vinquibus boasts solid stats, featuring a 40% base critical chance and a decent 20% status chance in both its rifle and melee forms. While crit builds are recommended, it can also be effectively used with Condition Overload setups.
Top Vinquibus Rifle Configurations
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Acuity Build |
Galvanized Scope Bladed Rounds Primary Acuity Semi-Rifle Cannonade Critical Delay Vital Sense 2x 60/60 Elemental Status Mods Primary Deadhead |
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Multishot Build |
Galvanized Scope Galvanized Chamber Galvanized Aptitude Vital Sense Shred 3x 60/60 Elemental/Status mods Primary Merciless |
The Acuity Build leverages the Vinquibus’ precision capabilities, optimizing damage against weak points. However, optimal performance relies on using characters with strong crowd control facilities. This build, enhanced by Critical Delay and Semi-Rifle Cannonade, results in high-tier red crit hits, but effective use requires precise targeting of weak points.
Conversely, the Multishot Build is more user-friendly and effective without the necessity for frequent headshots, allowing for straightforward combat engagement.
For emerging players lacking access to advanced mods, consider this simplified loadout:
- Serration
- Point Strike or Argon Scope
- Vital Sense
- Split Chamber
- Shred
- Your choice of Elemental Mods
This alternative offers a budget-friendly version of the Multishot build, suitable for progressing through the Star Chart.
Effective Vinquibus Melee Builds
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Crit Build |
Condition Overload Galvanized Elementalist Galvanized Steel Berserker Fury or Primed Fury Blood Rush Organ Shatter 2x 60/60 Elemental Mods Melee Afflictions or Exposure Tennokai mod (optional) |
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Duplicate Build |
Galvanized Steel Galvanized Elementalist Condition Overload Primed Fury or Berserker Fury Weeping Wounds 2x 60/60 Elemental Mods Melee Duplicate Tennokai mod (optional) |
The Vinquibus’ inherent 40% critical hit chance makes it favorable for crit-oriented builds, especially with melee-focused Warframe characters like Kullervo and Valkyr. Additionally, there are two Arcane options worth considering for enhancing your crit potential:
- Melee Afflictions: This Arcane amplifies the weapon’s innate knockback, facilitating additional status effect stacks on afflicted enemies.
- Melee Exposure: Adds Corrosive Damage to your strikes upon casting an ability, making it synergize with ability-spamming Warframes like Uriel and Volt.
For players inclined towards status-centric builds, while Vinquibus may not apply statuses as effortlessly as other weapons, the Melee Duplicate Build capitalizes on its high crit capabilities by allowing a chance to deliver two strikes with a single critical hit, thereby increasing the potential to inflict multiple status effects.
Additionally, players can experiment with the Melee Influence mod. Swap the elemental and Arcane slots in the Duplicate Build with Electricity and Melee Influence, respectively. Though the initial ramp-up may be gradual due to the weapon’s lower status chance, once triggered, it can lead to overwhelming area damage.
For those without access to Galvanized mods, alternative enhancements increasing crit rates or base attack damage like Pressure Point and True Steel will suffice, though scaling becomes challenging in higher-level content without advanced mods.
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