Orestes Mk XII Assault Chainaxe Weapon - Darktide
Orestes Mk XII Assault Chainaxe
Weapon - Darktide
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
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: [1.25 - 0.75]
- 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: [0.8 - 0.9]
- 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
Wide attack that staggers many enemies at once.
Secondary Action
Strikedown
A powerful attack targeting one enemy.
Special Action
Activate
Power up the weapon for a stronger attack.
Available Blessings
Bloodletter
+10-16 Bleed Stacks from Special Attacks.
Tiers:
Bloodthirsty
+100% Critical Chance on your next Melee Attack after Special Attack Kill.
Tiers:
Headtaker
+3.5-5% Power for 3.5s on Hit. Stacks 5 times.
Tiers:
Rev it Up
+17-20% Movement Speed for 2s on Weapon Special Activation.
Tiers:
Slaughterer
+5-8% Power for 4.5s on Kill. Stacks 5 times.
Tiers:
Thrust
Up to +5-20% Power based on the charge time of your heavy attacks. Stacks 3 times.
Tiers:
Thunderous
Target receives 1-4 Stacks of 5% Brittleness on Hit. Lasts 5s.
Tiers:
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
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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 16.
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 21.