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Orestes Mk XII Assault Chainaxe

Orestes Mk XII Assault Chainaxe
Weapon - Darktide

An extended chainguard represents one of few "safety measures" introduced in the Mk XII, offering at least some protection from the weapon's notorious kickback.

Available on

Zealot
Level 13
Veteran
Level 15
Psyker
Level 16

Specialization

High Damage

A high-powered weapon with greatly improved damage output.

Ravage

This weapon's razor-sharp teeth are propelled by a powerful motor, allowing it to tear through flesh and armour with equal ease.

Stats

Damage

How much damage the weapon inflicts.

  • Damage vs First Target: [97.5 - 132.5]
  • Damage vs First Target: [130 - 190]

Defences

Affects Stamina efficiency, as well as the length and speed of dashes.

  • Sprint Cost: [1.13 - 0.88]
  • Push Cost: [3 - 1]

Mobility

Measure of Movement Speed, Sprint Speed, and Dodge distance bonus while the weapon is active.

  • Sprint Speed: [-0.45 - 0.45]
  • Dodge Distance: [0.9 - 1]
  • Dodge Limit: [3 - 4]

Penetration

Weapon's effectiveness against Armoured enemies.

  • Damage vs Flak Armoured: [1.13 - 1.92]
  • Damage vs Carapace Armoured: [0.53 - 0.99]
  • Damage vs Flak Armoured: [0.53 - 0.99]
  • Damage vs Carapace Armoured: [0.2 - 0.41]

Shredder

Measure of a weapon's damage while its Special Action is active.

  • Damage vs First Target: [350 - 450]
  • Damage vs First Target: [125 - 175]
  • Damage vs First Target: [687.5 - 962.5]
  • Damage vs First Target: [125 - 175]

Actions

Primary Action
Relentless

Relentless

Wide attack that staggers many enemies at once.

Secondary Action
Strikedown

Strikedown

A powerful attack targeting one enemy.

Special Action
Activate

Activate

Power up the weapon for a stronger attack.

Damage Tables

Available Blessings

Bloodletter

Bloodletter

+10-16 Bleed Stacks from Special Attacks.

Tiers: Tier 1 Tier 2 Tier 3 Tier 4
Bloodthirsty

Bloodthirsty

+40-100% Critical Chance on your next Melee Attack after Special Attack Kill.

Tiers: Tier 1 Tier 2 Tier 3 Tier 4
Headtaker

Headtaker

+3.5-5% Strength for 3.5s on Hit. Stacks 5 times.

Tiers: Tier 1 Tier 2 Tier 3 Tier 4
Opportunist

Opportunist

+10-25% Rending vs Staggered Enemies.

Tiers: Tier 1 Tier 2 Tier 3 Tier 4
Rev it Up

Rev it Up

+17-20% Movement Speed for 2s on Weapon Special Activation.

Tiers: Tier 1 Tier 2 Tier 3 Tier 4
Slaughterer

Slaughterer

+5-8% Strength for 4.5s on Kill. Stacks 5 times.

Tiers: Tier 1 Tier 2 Tier 3 Tier 4
Thrust

Thrust

Up to +5-20% Strength based on the charge time of your heavy attacks. Stacks 3 times.

Tiers: Tier 1 Tier 2 Tier 3 Tier 4
Thunderous

Thunderous

Hitting an enemy gives them 1-4 stacks of 2.5% Brittleness. Debuff lasts for 5 seconds and can have a maximum of 16 stacks.

Tiers: Tier 1 Tier 2 Tier 3 Tier 4

Available Perks

+4-10% Melee Weak Spot Damage
+4-10% Melee Damage (Elites)
+4-10% Increased Melee Damage (Specialists)
+10-25% Damage (Flak Armoured Enemies)
+10-25% Damage (Maniacs)
+5-20% Block Efficiency
+5-20% Sprint Efficiency
+1-2 Stamina
+10-25% Damage (Infested Enemies)
+10-25% Damage (Carapace Armoured Enemies)
+4-10% Melee Critical Hit Damage
+10-25% Damage (Unarmoured Enemies)
+4-10% Melee Damage (Groaners, Poxwalkers)
+10-25% Damage (Unyielding Enemies)
+2-5% Melee Critical Hit Chance
Orestes Mk XII Assault Chainaxe
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Orestes Mk XII Assault Chainaxe Weapon - Darktide
Orestes Mk XII Assault Chainaxe Weapon - Darktide

Frequently Asked Questions

At which level does the Orestes Mk XII Assault Chainaxe unlock for the Zealot in Darktide?

The Orestes Mk XII Assault Chainaxe unlocks for the Zealot at level 13.

At which level does the Orestes Mk XII Assault Chainaxe unlock for the Veteran in Darktide?

The Orestes Mk XII Assault Chainaxe unlocks for the Veteran at level 15.

At which level does the Orestes Mk XII Assault Chainaxe unlock for the Psyker in Darktide?

The Orestes Mk XII Assault Chainaxe unlocks for the Psyker at level 16.