Mastering Warframe's Jade: Optimal Builds and Gameplay Strategies
Jade, Warframe's 57th addition, introduces a unique aerial combat style. This angelic Warframe excels at both offensive and supportive roles, raining down destruction on enemies while protecting allies. This guide provides comprehensive build recommendations for both beginners and experienced Steel Path 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). The quest requires obtaining her components from Acension 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 aerial attacks with the fourth ability's alt-fire. Efficient energy management and damage mitigation are crucial.
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 (treats it as 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 | Increased shield capacity. |
| Equilibrium | Larger energy pool. |
| Augur Message/Streamline | Further ability duration increase (stacks with Continuity). Streamline reduces energy usage. |
| 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), use standard pistol mods focusing on damage, critical chance, multishot, and fire rate. Add elemental mods to counter specific enemy types.
Steel Path Jade Build
This build optimizes Jade for Steel Path challenges. No Helminth subsumption is needed. Recommended Arcanes: Molt Augmented (ability power) and Arcane Avenger (critical chance).
| 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 | Significantly increased ability duration and 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. |
A standard pistol build with elemental mods tailored to your enemies is recommended for Glory.
All Jade Abilities
- Passive – The Anointed: Two Aura Mod slots.
- Light’s Judgement: Healing well for allies, damaging enemies.
- Symphony of Mercy: Three songs buffing allies (Power of the Seven, Deathbringer, Spirit of Resilience).
- Ophanim Eyes: Slows and debuffs enemies, 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.
