Delving into the Depths: A Tenno’s Guide to Orokin Treasures
The Tenno have a thirst for loot and resources. Orokin secrets call to many. You’ve heard about ‘Corrupted Mods’, ‘Orokin Cells’, and ‘Vaults.’ Now it’s time to get serious about acquiring them. No more wandering. It’s time to strategize and dive into finding those Orokin treasures.
1. Unearthing Rare Orokin Containers/Caches: The Hidden Hoards
If you want those Orokin Containers, you’re on a treasure quest. Think less of ‘crates’ and more ‘space adventure.’ These containers are not normal lockers. They are hidden, elusive, and contain rare rewards. Where do you go to find these treasures?
- Prime Hunting Grounds: Orokin Derelict (Deimos) & Lua (Orokin Moon)
Your main hunting ground for Orokin Containers includes the Orokin Derelict and the mystical Lua. Forget about Defense or Assassinate missions. Take only the regular missions. They promise one Orokin Vault per run, except a few types. Lua’s loot requires the completion of The Second Dream. No completion means no loot.
- Dragon Keys: Your Vault-Opening Toolkit
Unlocking those Orokin Vaults requires Dragon Keys. These are crafted keys meant for vault access. One key per vault in Deimos missions. The needed key is random. So crafting multiple keys adds fun. Equip the keys and hope you picked the right one. Pro-tip: take all four keys for better chances.
- Teamwork Makes the Dream Work (and Vaults Open Faster)
Running vaults is far easier in a squad. Dragon Keys come with a debuff. Reduced shields and health can make runs tough. Each Tenno can equip a different Dragon Key. Coordinate to cover all keys. Recruit others from chat or your clan to speed up vault runs.
- Tools of the Trade: Loot Radar & Golden Instinct
Want better results while hunting? Try Loot Radar. This helps identify resources like lootable chests, containers, and even valuable corpses. It enhances your mini-map awareness. Beware of Golden Instinct; it won’t trigger on Sabotage caches. Use Loot Radar for such missions.
- Mission Type Matters: Sabotage for Caches
If resource caches are your goal, focus on Sabotage missions. Missions hide caches away in hard-to-reach areas. Look under stairs and explore hidden rooms. Those caches rarely sit in plain sight; you’ll need to search.
- The Spoils of War: Corrupted Mods
What’s the allure of Orokin Vaults? The answer is Corrupted Mods. These mods only exist in Orokin Vaults, making them worth the effort. Corrupted Mods provide one major bonus at the cost of a drawback, useful for builds. There are 24 unique types, all with similar drop rates. Notable among these is Blind Rage.
2. Harvesting Orokin Cells: Powering Up Your Arsenal
Orokin Cells can be frustrating for new Tenno. You always need them for crafting Prime gear. Where do they drop? Let’s simplify how to gather these cells.
- Location, Location, Location: Saturn, Ceres, and Deimos
Your best locations to find Orokin Cells are Saturn, Ceres, and Deimos. These planets drop this rare material during missions. Smash crates and keep an eye out for Orokin Cell icons.
- Boss Battles: A Chance at Cells
Defeating bosses can yield Orokin Cells. Yes, even the Stalker. However, the drop chance isn’t great. Facing bosses before Ceres yields only a 2.58% chance for an Orokin Cell. It’s better to farm elsewhere if you want efficiency.
- Sentient Showdowns: Another Source
Sentient enemies also drop Orokin Cells. They are usually found in Lua missions and events. While drops aren’t common, they provide another way to gather cells.
3. Orokin Vaults: Reaping Corrupted Rewards
Let’s focus specifically on Orokin Vaults and what makes them special.
- Access Granted: Deimos Missions (Mostly)
Orokin Vaults are found in Deimos missions, particularly within the Orokin Derelict tileset. These missions guarantee one vault spawn each time you run them. Choose wisely to maintain consistency.
- Dragon Keys: The Gatekeepers
You need Dragon Keys to access these vaults. Craft them and equip them carefully. If you forget a Dragon Key, you miss your chance at rewards.
- Solo Vault Runs: The Lone Wolf Approach
Going solo is possible for vault runs. It’s more challenging with all four keys. Some Warframes can handle debuffs well while running solo missions. Find a suitable Warframe for your play style and take on those vaults.
- Corrupted Mods & Blind Rage: The Vault’s Bounty
The appeal of Orokin Vaults is again those Corrupted Mods. They often draw Tenno into vault adventures. Remember Blind Rage? Yes, it’s vault exclusive. Essential for power builds, making vault runs valuable.
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4. A Glimpse into Orokin History: Echoes of a Fallen Empire
The Orokin left behind a legacy in Warframe. They were powerful and hubristic. Their treasures shape the universe. The Orokin Empire’s history is crucial.
- Lua: The Orokin Moon
Lua is more than a tileset. It shows Orokin’s past. It holds secrets and technological remnants. Walking through Lua feels like exploring ruins. Each room tells a story of the Orokin Empire.
- The Fall of the Orokin: A Tenno Uprising
The Orokin did not fall due to disaster. Their downfall came from the Tenno. They rose in a rebellion fueled by revenge for Margulis’s execution. This dark chapter reminds us of internal strife within powerful empires.
- Lotus’s Role: A Sentient Twist
Lotus plays a key role in the Orokin tale. She is not Orokin; she’s known as Natah, a Sentient. In a shocking twist, she contributed to the Orokin’s demise. This revelation changes everything. Mind blown.
5. Resources and Farming: Beyond Orokin Cells
Orokin Cells are vital, yet the universe contains many more resources. Here are some resource farming tips and examples.
- Rare Resource Trick: Sentinel Sacrifice
For better rare drops, try a unique method. Activate Void Mode near enemies. Let your Sentinel take damage, and wait until it dies twice. Then, let yourself die and respawn. Your Sentinel can die again. Repeat for more drops. It’s questionable, but it works.
- Credit Farming Hotspots: Profit-Taker, Index, and More
Credits are the currency of the Origin System. They are always needed. Try the Profit-Taker Orb Heist for quick credits. The Index offers faster options but is riskier. Enjoy piloting? Try Railjack missions. Beginners can start with Dark Sector missions.
- Rubedo: The Uncommon Building Block
Rubedo is reddish and common on many planets like Phobos, Earth, and Pluto. It’s essential for crafting. You will gather plenty through gameplay. If you run low, return to those planets.
6. Mods: Powering Up Your Warframe and Weapons
Mods are essential for Warframe builds. They customize your Warframes, weapons, companions, and vehicles, making powerful loadouts. Here are a few mod categories.
- Corrupted Mods: Vault Treasures Revisited
We cannot forget about Orokin Vaults. Corrupted Mods are exclusive rewards there. They provide buffs and debuffs in one package. Mastering these mods unlocks advanced builds. With 24 mods, there are options for every archetype.
- Nightmare Mode Mods: Dual-Stat Enhancements
Nightmare Mode Mods are rare dual-stat items introduced in Update 9.0. Completing missions in Nightmare Mode grants these mods. They offer unique stat boosts, enhancing build possibilities.
- 60/60 Mods: Status Chance Supremacy
60/60 Mods aid status-based builds. They add elemental damage and boost Status Chance by 60% at max rank. These mods are crucial for builds affecting Heat, Toxin, or Viral status effects.
- Animal Instinct: Companion Awareness
Animal Instinct helps companions with Loot Radar and Enemy Sense. Earn it from Rotation C Nightmare Mode missions. This mod enhances awareness, making spotting loot and enemies easier. It helps Tenno greatly.
Your journey into Orokin treasures, resource farming, and mod mastery awaits, Tenno. Brave the Derelict, explore Lua, and claim loot. The Void’s secrets beckon you. Just don’t get lost along the way.
