Shrapnel Build Guide for Once Human

In the dynamic world of *Once Human*, the Shrapnel build emerges as a powerhouse, capable of delivering devastating multi-part damage through its unique shrapnel effects. This guide offers an in-depth look at how to assemble the ultimate Shrapnel build, highlighting the best choices in weapons, armor, mods, deviants, and cradle overrides to enhance your combat prowess.

What is the Shrapnel Build?

Understanding the Shrapnel build is crucial for leveraging its full potential. At its core, this build utilizes weapons and equipment designed to trigger shrapnel effects, which inflict additional damage to parts of enemies that weren't initially hit. By optimizing critical hit rates, increasing magazine capacity, and amplifying shrapnel damage, the Shrapnel build unleashes a relentless storm of attacks. It's akin to launching fireworks, where the collateral damage from multiple shrapnel hits amplifies the destruction. Below is a detailed breakdown of the build components:

Primary Weapon – SOCR – The Last Valor

The SOCR – The Last Valor is the cornerstone of the Shrapnel build. As an assault rifle, it offers a high rate of fire and a 4% chance to trigger shrapnel on each hit, causing additional damage to random unhit parts. Critical hits not only double this shrapnel effect but also add a 30% boost to critical damage, making it an ideal weapon for prolonged combat. To acquire the blueprint, engage with the Wish Machine by playing mini-games or purchase it for 8,000 Starchrom from the Blueprint Shop. For the best results, craft the Tier V version.

Recommended Attachments:

• Large Brake: +4 Range, +20 Accuracy, -8 Stability
• Reflex Sight: Zoom Level 2.0x, Aiming Speed +5.0%, Stability +5
• Tactical Laser Sight: +19 Accuracy, +12% Aiming Speed
• Extended Rifle Mag: Magazine Capacity +8, -13% Reload Speed

Secondary Weapon – DE.50 – Wildfire

The DE.50 – Wildfire complements the Shrapnel build by marking enemies with “The Bull’s Eye,” increasing their vulnerability and enhancing the shrapnel effect. For an alternative, consider the Recurve Crossbow, which applies “The Bull’s Eye” on weakspot hits, granting a 15% critical rate increase against marked targets for 10 seconds. This sets up your primary weapon for optimal damage output.

Melee Weapon – Long Axe

The Long Axe adds a supportive element to the Shrapnel build. Its “Fortress Warfare” ability, triggered by heavy attacks, creates a protective zone that bestows Heavy Armor on allies, significantly boosting team durability and survivability.

Armor Items

For the Shrapnel build, the Lonewolf set is highly recommended. It increases magazine capacity and boosts critical hit rates. The set's “Lone Shadow” effect further enhances critical damage with each critical hit, stacking up to 10 times. Each piece of the set can be obtained via the Blueprints Shop through the Wish Machine for 3,000 Starchrom.

Recommended Mods for Weapons

• Shrapnel Souvenir: Automatically reloads the magazine when shrapnel is triggered, ensuring continuous firing.
• Shrapnel Smash: Increases the critical hit rate by 1% after each shrapnel trigger, stackable up to 20 times.
• Crit Amplifier: Boosts critical hit rate by 10% and critical damage by 15%.
• Momentum Up: Increases fire rate by 10% for the first half of the magazine and weapon damage by 30% for the second half.

Recommended Mods for Armor

• Targeted Strike (Face): Enhances damage against marked targets.
• Crit Booster (Gloves): Further increases the critical hit rate.
• Covered Advance (Shoes): Improves movement speed while aiming.
• Bullet Siphon or Deadshot (Bottoms): Enhances ammo efficiency or critical damage.

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