Jade, the 57th Warframe introduced to *Warframe*, brings a unique aerial playstyle that feels both ethereal and devastating. Floating gracefully above the battlefield, she combines healing and protective abilities with explosive damage, ensuring allies stay safe while enemies crumble under her celestial wrath. In this guide, we’ll break down the best builds for Jade, starting with how to unlock her and diving into effective strategies for beginners and advanced players alike.
How to Unlock Jade
Jade arrived in *Warframe* on June 18, 2024. To unlock her, you’ll need her blueprint, which can be obtained via the Jade Shadows quest. Start by launching the quest from the Codex. Once you’ve secured the main blueprint, gather her components from Ascension on Brutus, Uranus. Alternatively, you can purchase her blueprint and component blueprints from Ordis at the Larunda Relay on Mercury, using Vestigial Motes. Below is a quick resource checklist for crafting Jade:| Chassis | 15,000 Credits 600 Alloy Plate 4,000 Nano Spores 1,500 Plastids 6 Morphics |
| Neuroptics | 15,000 Credits 1,000 Circuits 750 Bundle 3 Neural Sensors 4 Neurodes |
| Systems | 15,000 Credits 600 Ferrite 600 Plastids 1,100 Rubedo 10 Control Module |
How to Play Jade, Explained
Jade’s playstyle is elegant yet powerful. Begin by selecting your desired song for her second ability, Symphony of Mercy, to buff your team. Activate her third ability, Ophanim Eyes, to slow enemies and weaken their defenses. Use her first ability, Light’s Judgement, to heal allies and deal damage. Finally, unleash her ultimate, Glory on High, to rain destruction from above. Just remember to manage your energy carefully and avoid taking too much damage.A Good Beginner Jade Build
For newcomers, mastering Jade starts with a solid foundation. This build focuses on survivability and utility, allowing you to ease into her mechanics.| Mod | Effect |
|---|---|
| Aura Mod – Corrosive Projection | Reduces enemy armor by 18% at full rank. |
| Aura Mod – Pistol Amp | Boosts exalted weapon damage, treating it as a pistol. |
| Exilus Slot – Aviator | Provides damage reduction while airborne. |
| Continuity | +30% ability duration but reduces energy drain. |
| Intensify | Boosts overall ability strength. |
| Flow | Expands your energy pool. |
| Stretch | Increases ability range. |
| Redirection | Boosts shield capacity. |
| Equilibrium | Increases energy pool. |
| Augur Message/Streamline | Further extends ability duration and converts spent energy to shields. Streamline reduces energy usage. |
| Player’s Choice | An empty slot for addressing specific weaknesses, such as Augur Secrets for ability strength or Augur Reach for ability range. |
Pair this build with Glory, her exalted weapon, using its alt-fire to deal massive damage to marked enemies. Equip mods like Hornet Strike, Target Cracker, Barrel Diffusion, and Lethal Torrent for a strong damage base. Anemic Agility enhances fire rate at the cost of slight damage reduction, providing better overall DPS. Customize the final three slots with elemental mods tailored to your current mission.
Best Jade Steel Path Build
For veterans looking to push Jade’s limits, this build emphasizes survivability and raw power.| Mod | Effect |
|---|---|
| Aura Mod – Aerodynamic | Reduces incoming damage significantly. |
| Aura Mod – Growing Power | Boosts ability strength by 25% after triggering a status effect. |
| Exilus Slot – Aviator | Offers damage reduction while airborne. |
| Primed Continuity | Extends ability duration while reducing energy drain. |
| Umbral Intensify | Boosts overall ability strength. |
| Primed Redirection | Maximizes shield capacity. |
| Stretch | Increases ability range. |
| Fast Deflection | Speeds up shield recharge. |
| Equilibrium | Health orbs restore both energy and health, and vice versa. |
| Adaptation | Further reduces damage taken. |
| Transient Fortitude | Restores both energy and health when collecting orbs. |
For Glory, stick to a standard pistol build with mods like Hornet Strike, Primed Target Cracker, Prime Pistol Gambit, Galvanized Diffusion, and Lethal Torrent. Finish with elemental mods suited to your opponent. This setup provides a flexible platform for experimentation.
All Jade Abilities
Here’s a breakdown of Jade’s abilities:| Passive – The Anointed | Grants two Aura Mod slots thanks to her deep connection to life and death. |
| Light’s Judgement | Creates a healing zone that damages enemies and applies Judgements to those inside. |
| Symphony of Mercy | Cycles through three buffs: **Power of the Seven**, **Deathbringer**, and **Spirit of Resilience**. Songs last longer when enemies within the zone are killed. |
| Ophanim Eyes | Slows enemies and weakens their armor while reviving allies at range. |
| Glory on High | Flies high and unleashes devastating explosions when using alternate-fire on Judgements. |
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UPDATE: This article was updated on 1/31/25 by Escapist Editorial to add additional value.
