How Much Mastery Does One Weapon Give in Warframe?
The straightforward answer is that a single non-Kuva weapon, when fully leveled to rank 30, provides 3,000 Mastery XP. This is a foundational concept for any Tenno looking to increase their Mastery Rank (MR) in Warframe. However, the mechanics of weapon mastery are layered and involve several nuances that are crucial to understand for efficient progression. Let’s delve deeper into the details of how weapon mastery works and how you can maximize your gains.
Understanding Mastery Points
Mastery Points in Warframe are the experience points you gain that contribute to your overall Mastery Rank. They are accumulated primarily through leveling up Warframes, weapons, and other equipment. Each level on a weapon grants a specific amount of Mastery XP, allowing you to climb the MR ladder and unlock new features within the game.
Base Mastery from Weapons
As mentioned, a standard weapon grants 100 Mastery XP per level. Since most standard weapons max out at level 30, the total you’ll receive per weapon is 3,000 XP. This applies to all types of weapons, including:
- Primary Weapons (Rifles, Shotguns, Bows, etc.)
- Secondary Weapons (Pistols, Throwing weapons, etc.)
- Melee Weapons (Swords, Spears, Polearms, etc.)
- Sentinel Weapons (Weapons used by your Sentinel companions)
- Archwing Weapons (Weapons used in Archwing missions)
Kuva Weapon Mastery
Kuva weapons, unlike standard weapons, have a unique leveling mechanic. They can reach a maximum rank of 40. However, they don’t automatically grant the additional mastery points. Instead, a Forma must be applied to the weapon each time it reaches level 30. Each Forma applied adds 2 more levels up to 40, with 100 mastery per level. Therefore a fully formaed Kuva weapon gives 4,000 Mastery XP.
Unique Mastery Gains
It is important to note that you only gain mastery points from leveling a weapon once. Repeated leveling of the same weapon will not provide additional mastery points. This means that using Forma to level up a standard weapon again won’t give you extra MR XP; mastery only applies to new weapons or different variants.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Do Mk1 Weapons Give Mastery?
Yes, Mk1 weapons do give mastery. They function the same as regular weapons in terms of gaining mastery points; each level will still grant 100 points towards your Mastery Rank and when brought to rank 30 will give 3000 mastery points.
2. Can I Get Mastery Rank From The Same Weapon Multiple Times?
No, you cannot. Once a weapon or Warframe reaches level 30 (or 40 for Kuva weapons) and you gain the mastery points, using a Forma on it or acquiring another copy of the weapon will not grant additional mastery points. The system only counts each unique weapon once for mastery.
3. How Much Mastery XP Do Warframes Give?
Warframes grant 200 Mastery XP per level, totaling 6,000 Mastery XP at max rank (30). Similar to weapons, you only get the mastery points once from each unique Warframe.
4. Do Variants of Weapons Grant Separate Mastery?
Yes, all variants of weapons grant separate mastery. For example, the Braton, Mk1-Braton, Braton Vandal, and Braton Prime each give 3000 mastery points when leveled to 30. This applies to all weapon variants, making it essential to collect and level each version.
5. What Gives the Most Mastery Rank?
To increase your Mastery Rank, you need to accumulate a lot of Mastery Points. The best way to do this is by leveling a large number of unique Warframes, weapons, Kitgun Chambers, Zaw Strikes, Amp Prisms, Sentinel weapons, and Archwing weapons. Each category can contribute significantly to your overall mastery.
6. Why is Weapon Mastery Locked?
Mastery locks on certain weapons are intentionally designed to guide new players toward suitable weaponry and allow time to understand game mechanics before accessing more complex items. It prevents new players from accessing items they might not be ready for or can’t understand before they have the fundamentals down. This helps avoid errors with new players.
7. What Mastery Rank Level are MK1 Weapons?
MK1 weapons have no specific mastery rank requirement. Any player can acquire them early in the game, but they still count towards mastery progression like any other weapon.
8. Can You Trade at Mastery Rank 1?
No, you cannot trade at Mastery Rank 1. You need a minimum Mastery Rank of 2 to be able to trade. Additionally, you must enable 2-Factor Authentication on the official Warframe website to access the trading system.
9. What is a +1 Weapon, and Does it Exist in Warframe?
The term “+1 weapon” is more commonly associated with Dungeons & Dragons. In Warframe, you would not use this term. Magic weapons in D&D can bypass resistance to non-magical damage, but that is a mechanic that doesn’t really exist in Warframe.
10. How Can You Increase Weapon Mastery Quickly?
Efficiently leveling weapons quickly involves engaging in high-density enemy areas. Places like Channelview Post and Oceanview Post are great places for mass killing groups of enemies quickly.
11. What Does Weapon Proficiency Mean?
The term proficiency is more associated with D&D. Weapon proficiency refers to the ability to use a weapon effectively. There isn’t any concept of proficiency with a weapon in Warframe, rather just experience with a weapon in the form of levels.
12. Which Warframe is the Fastest?
Volt is generally considered the fastest Warframe, as long as he has energy. His abilities grant high speed boosts. Other Warframes like Loki can also be very fast.
13. What is the Mastery Rank of the Zaw?
Zaws themselves don’t have a Mastery Rank, but their individual components do, after you have Gilded them. Each Zaw Strike (a component used to build the Zaw) counts as a unique melee weapon once it is Gilded and has been leveled to 30. This is important for mastery progression.
14. Do Steel Path Junctions Give Mastery?
Yes, Steel Path Junctions and Mission nodes do award Mastery Points, separate from normal Star Chart missions. However, like normal missions, these points are awarded only once upon the first completion.
15. Do Railjack Missions Give Mastery?
Yes, Railjack missions award mastery points just like normal missions. Additionally, gaining Railjack intrinsic ranks also provides mastery points.
Conclusion
Understanding how mastery points are earned from weapons in Warframe is crucial for your progression. While a single standard weapon grants 3,000 Mastery XP at level 30, the key to achieving a high Mastery Rank lies in diversifying your collection of weapons and fully leveling them. By understanding the nuances of weapon variants, Kuva weapons, and other sources of Mastery XP, you can optimize your gameplay and unlock the full potential of your Tenno.