Jade, Warframe's 57th addition, brings a unique aerial combat style to the game. This angelic warrior gracefully floats above the battlefield, unleashing devastating attacks on enemies while simultaneously protecting allies. This guide explores optimal builds for Jade in *Warframe*, catering to both beginners and Steel Path veterans.
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How to Unlock Jade
How to Play Jade, Explained
A Good Beginner Jade Build
Best Jade Steel Path Build
All Jade Abilities
How to Unlock Jade
Jade, released June 18, 2024, is acquired through her blueprint. The blueprint is obtained via the Jade Shadows quest, initiated through the Codex. Components are acquired from the Acension on Brutus, Uranus. Alternatively, purchase the blueprint and component blueprints from Ordis in the Larunda Relay on 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 |
How to Play Jade, Explained
Jade's gameplay is straightforward. Select a song with your second ability, then use your third ability to slow enemies and reduce their defenses. Mark them with your first ability, and unleash devastating attacks from above using your fourth ability's alt-fire. Manage energy effectively and mitigate incoming damage. The builds below address these considerations.
A Good Beginner Jade Build
This beginner-friendly build avoids Helminth abilities and Archon shards, making it accessible to new players. Note that Jade equips two Aura mods. The core mods (Continuity, Intensify, Flow, Stretch) are generally useful for any Warframe. Arcanes are optional, though Arcane Energize is recommended.
| Mod | Effect |
|---|---|
| Aura Mod – Corrosive Projection | Reduces enemy armor by 18% at full rank. |
| Aura Mod – Pistol Amp | Increases exalted weapon damage (considered a pistol). |
| Exilus Slot | Aviator for 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 usage). Choose based on preference. |
| Player’s Choice | Flexible slot for addressing build weaknesses (e.g., Augur Secrets for ability strength, Augur Reach for range). |
This build also requires modding Glory, Jade's exalted weapon. The alt-fire is key for maximizing damage against marked enemies. Basic pistol mods (damage, critical chance, multishot, fire rate) form the foundation. The remaining slots should be filled with elemental or faction mods based on the enemy type. Suggested mods include: Hornet Strike, Target Cracker, Barrel Diffusion, Lethal Torrent, Anemic Agility.
Best Jade Steel Path Build
This build doesn't require subsuming abilities, as Jade's kit functions well. Arcanes recommended are Molt Augmented (increased ability power) and Arcane Avenger (increased critical hits from the exalted weapon).
| Mod | Effect |
|---|---|
| Aura Mod – Aerodynamic | Increased damage reduction. |
| Aura Mod – Growing Power | +25% ability strength for 6 seconds after applying a status effect. |
| Exilus Slot – Aviator | Damage reduction while airborne. |
| Primed Continuity | Significant increase to 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. |
The Glory build uses standard pistol mods: Hornet Strike, Primed Target Cracker, Prime Pistol Gambit, Galvanized Diffusion, Lethal Torrent. Elemental mods should be adjusted based on the enemy.
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 extended by killing blessed enemies. |
| Ophanim Eyes | Slows and de-armors enemies, revives allies from a distance. |
| Glory on High | Aerial attack; alt-fire detonates Judgments. |
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UPDATE: This article was updated on 1/31/25 by Escapist Editorial to add additional value.
