Introduction to Lavos Prime
The latest addition to the Prime lineup in Warframe is Lavos Prime, a master alchemist who brings a unique blend of elemental chaos to the battlefield. Each of Lavos Prime’s abilities applies one of the base elements—Toxin, Cold, Electric, and Heat—allowing players to combine these elements for devastating combos. For example, you can mix the Toxin from his first ability, Orphidian Bite, with the Cold from his second ability, Vial Rush, to inflict Viral damage on enemies. While it might take some time to get the hang of these combinations, Lavos Prime offers a rewarding and enjoyable playstyle, especially for those who appreciate a bit of strategic alchemy in their gaming. This guide will help you understand how to acquire Lavos Prime and all his Relic parts, including the best farming spots and strategies.
Lavos Prime Relics in Warframe
Lavos Prime’s parts are scattered across four different Void Relics, each with its own rarity. The parts you need to collect are as follows:
- Rare Part: Systems, found in Lith L5 Relic
- Uncommon Parts: Neuroptics in Axi F3 Relic and Blueprint in Meso A8 Relic
- Common Part: Chassis in Neo X1 Relic
Lith Relics are generally the easiest to farm, which is a relief since the Systems part is the rarest. To help you gather these Relics efficiently, here’s a breakdown of the best places to farm each one.
Best Places to Farm Lavos Prime Relics
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Lith L5 (Systems Part):
- Location: Hepit, Void (Capture)
- Tips for Farming: This mission is particularly efficient if you use a fast Warframe like Volt or Titania. Running this Capture mission repeatedly in Solo mode can help you farm the necessary Relics quickly and without much interference.
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Meso A8 (Blueprint Part):
- Location: Ukko, Void (Capture)
- Tips for Farming: This Capture mission offers an equal chance of dropping Meso and Neo Relics. Using a fast Warframe and running it repeatedly will increase your chances of getting the Meso A8 Relic. Solo mode is also recommended for this mission to minimize competition.
- Neo X1 (Chassis Part):
- Location: Apollo, Lua (Disruption)
- Tips for Farming: For this mission, it’s best to join public squads where you can complete at least eight rounds per run. To maximize the drop rate of Axi Relics, save only two conduits from Round Three (after saving all four in the first two rounds). This strategy ensures you have a higher chance of getting the Neo X1 Relic.
Alternative Methods to Obtain Relics
While the above methods require active farming, there are other ways to obtain Lavos Prime Relics. If you have Steel Essences available, you can use them at Teshin in any relay to purchase Relic Packs. Each pack costs 15 Steel Essences, and you can buy up to 25 packs per week. This method is particularly useful if you need a quick boost in your Relic collection.
Another alternative is to use Syndicate Standing to purchase Relic Packs. Each Syndicate Pack costs 20,000 Standing, and you can get these from various Syndicates. This method is ideal for players who have accrued significant standing with their Syndicate of choice and want to convert it into Relics.
Lavos Prime Abilities in Warframe
Lavos Prime retains the same abilities as his base counterpart, Lavos. However, the way Ability Efficiency and Duration work for him is unique, making him a versatile and powerful Warframe. Here’s a detailed breakdown of his abilities:
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Passive: Lavos Prime gains Status Immunity for 10 seconds every time he picks up any Energy or Universal Orb. Additionally, holding any ability button gives him additional Elemental Damage and Status on the next cast, allowing for dynamic and strategic play.
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First Ability: Orphidian Bite: Tap to lash out with a Toxin attack, consuming the targeted enemy to heal yourself. Holding the button imbues the next ability with Toxin, making it a powerful tool for setting up combinations.
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Second Ability: Vial Rush: Tap to dash forward and crash through enemies, leaving a Cold Damage trail. Holding the button imbues the next ability with Cold, further enhancing your elemental strategy.
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Third Ability: Transmutation Probe: Tap to launch a probe that converts Health and Energy Orbs into Universal Orbs, and all kinds of different ammo into Universal Ammo Pickups. The probe shocks enemies in the vicinity, and each electrocuted enemy reduces your cooldowns. Holding the button imbues the next ability with Electric.
- Fourth Ability: Catalyze: Tap to douse surrounding enemies with fire. Damage is doubled for each Element afflicting an enemy. Holding the button imbues the next ability with Heat, making it a perfect finisher for your elemental combinations.
Lavos Prime vs. Lavos Differences
When comparing Lavos Prime to his base counterpart, the differences in raw stats are subtle but beneficial:
- Health: Lavos Prime has 800 Health, compared to 740 for Lavos.
- Shields: Lavos Prime has 410 Shields, while Lavos has 370.
- Armor: Both Lavos Prime and Lavos have 675 Armor.
- Energy: Both have 0 Energy, as they rely on orbs for their abilities.
These stats are for a Level 30 Warframe. The slight increase in Health and Shields makes Lavos Prime slightly more durable, which can be a significant advantage in high-stakes missions like Steel Path endurance runs.
Conclusion
Lavos Prime is a fascinating and dynamic Warframe that offers a unique playstyle centered around elemental combos. While the process of farming his Relics may seem daunting, following the optimized farming locations and strategies can make it more manageable. Whether you prefer the fast-paced solo missions or the cooperative public runs, there’s a method for every playstyle. Additionally, the passive ability and the unique mechanics of his elemental combinations add a layer of depth that makes Lavos Prime an exciting choice for both new and veteran players. With the right build and some practice, Lavos Prime can be a formidable ally in your Warframe arsenal.
