Mastering Warframe's Jade: Optimal Builds and Gameplay Strategies
Jade, Warframe's 57th addition, introduces 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 gameplay scenarios.
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Unlocking Jade | Gameplay Overview | Beginner Build | Steel Path Build | Ability Breakdown
Unlocking Jade
Released June 18, 2024, Jade's blueprint is acquired through the "Jade Shadows" quest, accessible via the Codex. Components are obtained from Acension on Brutus, Uranus. Alternatively, purchase the blueprint and component blueprints from Ordis in the Larunda Relay on 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 yet effective. Select a song via your second ability, then utilize your third ability to debuff enemies. Mark targets with your first ability and unleash devastating aerial attacks with your 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.
| Mod | Effect |
|---|---|
| Aura Mod – Corrosive Projection | Reduces enemy armor by 18% at full rank. |
| Aura Mod – Pistol Amp | Increases exalted weapon damage (considered a pistol). |
| Exilus Slot | Aviator for damage reduction while airborne. |
| Continuity | +30% ability duration, reduced energy drain. |
| Intensify | Increased ability strength. |
| Flow | Larger energy pool. |
| Stretch | Increased ability range. |
| Redirection | Larger shield pool. |
| Equilibrium | Larger energy pool. |
| Augur Message/Streamline | Increased ability duration (stacks with Continuity). Streamline reduces energy usage. |
| Player’s Choice | Adaptable slot for addressing build weaknesses. (e.g., Augur Secrets for ability strength, Augur Reach for range) |
For Glory (Jade's exalted weapon), use the following mods: Hornet Strike, Target Cracker, Barrel Diffusion, Lethal Torrent, Anemic Agility, and three elemental mods based on enemy type.
Steel Path Jade Build
This build optimizes Jade for Steel Path challenges. No Helminth subsumption is needed. Recommended Arcanes: Molt Augmented and Arcane Avenger.
| Mod | Effect |
|---|---|
| Aura Mod – Aerodynamic | Increased damage reduction. |
| Aura Mod – Growing Power | +25% ability strength for 6 seconds after a status effect. |
| Exilus Slot – Aviator | Damage reduction while airborne. |
| Primed Continuity | Significant ability duration increase, reduced energy drain. |
| Umbral Intensify | Increased ability strength. |
| Primed Redirection | Maximized shields. |
| Stretch | Increased ability range. |
| Fast Deflection | Increased shield recharge. |
| Equilibrium | Health/energy orb conversion. |
| Adaptation | Further damage reduction. |
| Transient Fortitude | Health/energy orb conversion. |
Glory mods: Hornet Strike, Primed Target Cracker, Prime Pistol Gambit, Galvanized Diffusion, Lethal Torrent, and elemental mods.
All Jade 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, enhanced by Light’s Judgment. |
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UPDATE: This article was updated on 1/31/25 by Escapist Editorial to add additional value.
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