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Jade Build Emerges as Meta-Defining Force in Warframe

Feb 25,25(10 months ago)

Mastering Warframe's Jade: Optimal Build Guides for All Play Styles

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 explores the best builds for Jade, catering to both new and experienced players.

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Unlocking Jade | Gameplay Overview | Beginner Build | Steel Path Build | Ability Breakdown

Unlocking Jade

Released June 18, 2024, Jade is acquired through the "Jade Shadows" quest (accessible via the Codex). Her components are obtained from the Acension node on Uranus. Alternatively, purchase her blueprint and component blueprints from Ordis in the Larunda Relay (Mercury) using Vestigial Motes. Resource requirements are detailed below:

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 (second ability) to buff allies, use the third ability to debuff enemies, mark targets with the first ability, and unleash devastating attacks from above using the 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% (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	Larger shield pool.
Equilibrium	Larger energy pool.
Augur Message/Streamline	Increased ability duration (stacks with Continuity); energy conversion to shields (Streamline reduces energy cost).
Player’s Choice	Adaptable slot for addressing build weaknesses (e.g., Augur Secrets for strength, Augur Reach for range).

For Glory (Jade's exalted weapon), utilize standard pistol mods focusing on damage, critical chance, multishot, and fire rate. Add elemental or faction mods based on enemy type.

Steel Path Jade Build

This build requires no Helminth subsumption, leveraging Jade's inherent strengths. Arcanes Molt Augmented (increased ability power) and Arcane Avenger (critical damage boost) are recommended.

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	Faster shield recharge.
Equilibrium	Energy and health orb conversion.
Adaptation	Further damage reduction.
Transient Fortitude	Energy and health orb conversion.

A standard pistol build with Hornet Strike, Primed Target Cracker, Prime Pistol Gambit, Galvanized Diffusion, and Lethal Torrent forms a solid foundation. Customize elemental mods to counter specific enemies.

All Jade Abilities

Passive – The Anointed	Two Aura Mod slots.
Light’s Judgement	Healing well for allies, damaging enemies.
Symphony of Mercy	Three songs: Power of the Seven (+30% Ability Strength), Deathbringer (+100% Weapon Damage), Spirit of Resilience (+25% Shield Regeneration). Duration extends with kills within the Blessing.
Ophanim Eyes	Slows and weakens enemies, allows ranged revives.
Glory on High	Aerial attacks; alt-fire detonates Judgments for powerful explosions.

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UPDATE: This article was updated on 1/31/25 by Escapist Editorial to add additional value.

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