Understanding the Necramech in Warframe: A Comprehensive Guide

A Necramech in Warframe is a powerful, heavily armored, bipedal exo-suit that players can pilot. These machines of war offer enhanced firepower, durability, and unique abilities, allowing Tenno to tackle challenging content, particularly in open-world environments like the Plains of Eidolon, Orb Vallis, and the Cambion Drift, as well as Railjack missions. Obtaining and mastering a Necramech significantly expands a player’s combat capabilities and offers a fresh perspective on the Warframe experience.

Unveiling the Power of the Necramech

Necramechs are far more than just glorified Warframes. They possess distinct attributes, weapons, and functionalities that set them apart:

• Raw Power: Necramechs boast significantly higher health, armor, and shield values compared to standard Warframes, making them incredibly resilient in combat.
• Devastating Arsenal: Equipped with powerful Archguns and unique abilities, Necramechs can unleash devastating attacks that can easily obliterate hordes of enemies.
• Open-World Domination: Necramechs excel in open-world environments, providing enhanced mobility and firepower for tackling formidable foes like Eidolons and Profit-Taker Orb.
• Railjack Integration: With sufficient Tactical Intrinsics, Necramechs can be deployed during Railjack missions, adding a new dimension to space combat.
• Modding Potential: Necramechs, like Warframes, can be customized with mods to enhance their stats, abilities, and overall performance.
• Forma Usage: Necramechs can be upgraded past the initial maximum level of 30, using Forma to reach level 40 to min/max builds.
• Necramech Summons: These can be equipped in the player’s Gear menu and used in landscapes.

Acquiring Your First Necramech

Gaining access to a Necramech involves a specific progression path:

1. Quest Completion: Players must complete the “The War Within” and “Heart of Deimos” quests to unlock Necramech access.
2. Location Unlocking: Players first starting Warframe need to unlock Mars and Deimos. They will need to complete the “Once Awake” quest, defeat 150 Frontier Grineer enemies on Earth, collect 500 Rubedo, and complete Suisei on Mercury.
3. Syndicate Reputation: Joining the Necraloid Syndicate in the Necralisk on Deimos is crucial. Leveling up the syndicate allows players to purchase Necramech blueprints.
4. Blueprint Acquisition: The Voidrig blueprint, is offered for free when levelling the syndicate. Alternatively, completion of Heart of Deimos will reward all main and component blueprints for free. Blueprints for both main and component Voidrig parts can be purchased from Loid in the Necralisk using Standing gained from the Necraloid Syndicate.
5. Resource Gathering: Crafting a Necramech requires resources found on Deimos, including mining resources and Damaged Necramech Parts, which are obtained from completing Isolation Vaults on Deimos.
6. Foundry Construction: Once all blueprints and resources are acquired, players can construct the Necramech in their ship’s Foundry.
7. Launcher Acquisition: Players are given a Launcher to summon their Necramech once their first Necramech is built.

Available Necramechs

Currently, Warframe features two distinct Necramechs:

• Voidrig: A versatile and powerful Necramech with balanced stats and abilities. It is the primary Necramech acquired through the Necraloid Syndicate.
• Bonewidow: A more specialized Necramech focused on melee combat and defense. Bonewidow blueprints and components can be purchased with Standing.

Advanced Necramech Usage

Once you have your Necramech, consider the following to maximize its potential:

• Modding: Experiment with different mods to enhance your Necramech’s strengths and mitigate its weaknesses.
• Archgun Selection: Choose an Archgun that complements your Necramech’s playstyle. The Mausolon Arch-gun is its default armament.
• Ability Optimization: Learn the nuances of each Necramech ability and use them strategically to control the battlefield.
• Synergy: Coordinate with your Warframe team to create powerful synergies and overcome challenging encounters.
• Intrinsics: Increasing your Tactical Intrinsics is important to use the Necramech in Railjack.

FAQ: Your Questions About Necramechs Answered

Here are some frequently asked questions about Necramechs, providing further insight into these powerful machines:

1. Can I buy a Necramech for Platinum?

No. Necramechs and their component blueprints are not available for direct purchase in the Market for Platinum. You must earn them through gameplay. You buy the blueprints from Lloyd in the Necrolisk for Standing, and then farm the components via mining or other Deimos activities, like Isolation Vaults.

2. What happens if my Necramech dies in combat?

If the Necramech is destroyed, there is a one-minute cooldown before it can be resummoned. This cooldown is reduced to 45 seconds with Intrinsics Tactical Rank 8. When summoned again, the Necramech will have full health, shields, and energy.

3. How do I level up my Necramech?

Necramechs level up like Warframes and weapons, by earning Affinity (experience) through combat. Both Necramechs can be leveled up to 40, by using 5 Formas (2 ranks gained per Forma)!

4. Where can I summon my Necramech?

Necramechs can be summoned in open-world environments (Plains of Eidolon, Orb Vallis, Cambion Drift), and Railjack missions if you have sufficient Tactical Intrinsics.

5. How do I obtain Damaged Necramech Parts?

Damaged Necramech Parts are exclusively obtained by completing Isolation Vaults on Deimos. These parts are necessary for crafting both Voidrig and Bonewidow.

6. Are Necramechs affected by Warframe abilities?

Yes. Necramechs can be affected by buffs and debuffs applied by Warframe abilities. Experiment with different Warframe and Necramech combinations to discover powerful synergies.

7. What is the maximum level for a Necramech?

The maximum level for a Necramech is level 30. This can be raised to level 40 by using Forma (2 ranks gained per Forma).

8. How do I get the Bonewidow Necramech?

The blueprints for Bonewidow and its components can be purchased from Loid in the Necralisk using Standing gained from the Necraloid Syndicate.

9. Does the Voidrig Necramech come with a weapon?

Yes, the Voidrig comes with the Mausolon Archgun as its default weapon.

10. What damage type is most effective against Necramechs?

Radiation damage is the most effective damage type against Necramechs. Also, shoot arms, when his arms fall off, shoot his back.

11. Can I trade Necramech parts with other players?

Voidrig component blueprints and the main blueprint cannot be traded. However, trading for gems or fully built components will bypass the Syndicate rank requirements.

12. Where can I find resources for crafting Necramechs?

Resources required for crafting Necramechs are primarily found on Deimos. This includes mining materials, plants, and Damaged Necramech Parts from Isolation Vaults.

13. How do I fly with a Necramech?

While in mid-air either from jumping or falling from heights, Necramechs can activate their flight thrusters while aiming (default hold Mouse 2 while airborne), making them hover which drastically slows down their rate of descent.

14. What is the Earth to Mars Junction?

Completing The Earth To Mars Junction will unlock the Mars. Once on Mars you can work towards Deimos.

15. Where can I find abandoned Necramech?

Fallen Necramechs are also found outside in Deimos during Fass time (when the red worm is active). You can notice them from the blue energy emanating from their carcass. There are specific fixed locations where they may spawn, which one is RNG every time.

Conclusion: Embrace the Necramech

Necramechs are a game-changing addition to Warframe, offering a powerful and versatile tool for tackling challenging content. By understanding their mechanics, acquiring the necessary resources, and mastering their abilities, players can significantly enhance their Warframe experience and dominate the battlefield.

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