Wanna Dominate in Warframe? Try This Jade Build

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 obtained through the Jade Shadows quest (accessible via the Codex). Components are acquired from Acension on Uranus' Brutus. Alternatively, purchase the blueprint and component blueprints from Ordis in the Larunda Relay (Mercury) using Vestigial Motes. Resource requirements are summarized below:

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, and unleash devastating aerial attacks (fourth ability's alt-fire). Efficient energy management and damage mitigation are crucial. Two builds are provided below: one for beginners, and one optimized for Steel Path.

Beginner Jade Build

This build avoids Helminth abilities and Archon shards, making it accessible to new players. Note that Jade equips two Aura mods.

For Glory (Jade's exalted weapon), use 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 utilizes Arcanes (Molt Augmented for ability power, Arcane Avenger for critical hits) and focuses on maximizing survivability and damage. No Helminth subsumption is necessary.

Glory's build uses standard high-damage pistol mods, adaptable to enemy types.

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 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 by Escapist Editorial to add additional value.