Mastering Jade in Warframe: Top Builds and Abilities
Jade, Warframe's 57th addition, introduces a unique aerial combat style. This angelic warrior reigns destruction from above, protecting allies while dishing out significant damage. This guide details optimal Jade builds for various gameplay scenarios.
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Unlocking Jade | Jade Gameplay | Beginner Build | Steel Path Build | Jade Abilities
Unlocking Jade
Released June 18, 2024, Jade is acquired through the Jade Shadows quest (accessed via the Codex). Her components are obtained from Acension on Uranus. Alternatively, purchase her blueprints 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 |
Jade Gameplay Explained
Jade's gameplay is straightforward. Select a song (second ability), slow enemies and reduce their defenses (third ability), mark targets (first ability), and unleash devastating aerial attacks (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 | Further ability duration (stacks with Continuity). Streamline reduces energy usage. |
| Player’s Choice | Slot for addressing build weaknesses (e.g., Augur Secrets for ability strength, Augur Reach for range). |
Pair this with a Glory build focusing on Hornet Strike, Target Cracker, Barrel Diffusion, Lethal Torrent, and Anemic Agility. Add elemental mods based on enemy types.
Steel Path Jade Build
This build utilizes Arcanes (Molt Augmented and Arcane Avenger) and focuses on maximizing survivability and damage.
| 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 | Energy and health orb conversion. |
| Adaptation | Further damage reduction. |
| Transient Fortitude | Energy and health orb conversion. |
The Glory build uses Hornet Strike, Primed Target Cracker, Prime Pistol Gambit, Galvanized Diffusion, and Lethal Torrent, supplemented by 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 (alt-fire detonates Judgments).
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UPDATE: This article was updated on 1/31/25 by Escapist Editorial to add additional value.
