How do you Ignite Combatants with Solar Effects?
Solar ignitions are a crucial part of any fireteam, especially in PvE content. In this article, we’ll cover everything you need to know to effectively ignite combatants with solar effects.
Building Enough Scorch Stacks
To ignite enemies, you’ll need to apply Scorch stacks to them using your Solar abilities, such as grenades, powers, or weapon attachments. Scorch stacks build up over time and deal damage to enemies, eventually igniting them.
| Ability/Weapon | Scorch Duration |
|---|---|
| Sun Shot Grenade | 12 seconds |
| Firebolt Grenade | 6 seconds |
| Kinetic Dasher | 6 seconds |
| Inferno Fold | 10 seconds |
As you can see from the table, some abilities have longer Scorch durations than others. Sun Shot Grenade has the longest Scorch duration, making it a popular choice for PvE. Firebolt Grenade has a shorter duration, but is useful in tight spaces where precision is key.
What About PvP?
While solar ignitions are useful in PvE, they’re not as effective in PvP due to the competitive nature of the mode. Kinetic Dasher is a good example of a weapon that excels in PvP, with its Scorch duration lasting 6 seconds. However, the shorter duration can be a disadvantage, making it less effective for igniting enemies.
Class-specific Perks
Your Super and Perks can greatly enhance your ability to ignite combatants with solar effects. Here are some class-specific Perks that benefit from solar ignitions:
- Void Hunter has a 10-second invisible state, allowing for easier access to enemy positions to apply Scorch stacks.
- Sturm has increased mobility with its Stalwart Jump ability, making it easier to reach high-risk, high-reward spots.
- Warlock has Concerto of Bright Dawn, a Solar ability that grants 25% more Super damage while igniting enemies with solar effects.
Grenades and Explosive Ordinance
Solar Grenades like Sun Shot and Firebolt are great ways to apply Scorch stacks. However, they may not be effective in areas with limited clearance. In those situations, consider using Kinetic Dasher or other explosive ordnance.
| Explosive Ordnance | Effectiveness in Scorch Application |
|---|---|
| Pulse Grenade | 50% effective |
| Melee Attacks | 80% effective |
| Grenades with explosive effects | 70% effective |
As you can see, Pulse Grenade is relatively ineffective, while Melee Attacks and grenades with explosive effects are more effective. This is because these ordnances release explosive damage that spreads the Scorch effect, increasing its range.
Table for Various Abilities
| Ability/Weapon | Effectiveness | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun Shot Grenade | High | 12 seconds | Solar |
| Firebolt Grenade | Medium | 6 seconds | Solar |
| Kinetic Dasher | High | 6 seconds | Kinetic |
| Pulse Grenade | Low | N/A | Pulse |
Here is a table that summarizes the effectiveness of various abilities, weapons, and explosive ordnance. You can see that Sun Shot Grenade has high effectiveness, while Pulse Grenade is less effective due to its low Scorch application rate.
Conclusion
Solar ignitions are an essential part of any fireteam’s strategy in PvE content. By building up Scorch stacks with various Solar abilities and explosive ordnance, you’ll be able to effectively ignite combatants. While there are class-specific Perks and considerations to take into account, a solid understanding of the effects of various abilities will greatly improve your solar ignition gameplay.
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