Oxium Farming in Warframe: Not as Easy as It Sounds (But We Can Help!)
So, you want Oxium? Be aware, it’s not as common as some other resources. You need it for crafting important items. Finding it is not simple, like finding Ferrite. It’s more rare than that. Don’t worry, Tenno! We’ll help you become an Oxium expert or at least gather what you need.
The Elusive Nature of Oxium
Let’s clarify something: Oxium is rare in Warframe. It isn’t like Ferrite, which you find everywhere. This resource is more exclusive. Think of it like a VIP resource – hard to obtain.
Oxium Osprey: Your Feathered (Well, Robotic) Friend (Sort Of)
Where to find Oxium? You need to hunt down the Oxium Ospreys. They drop Oxium. They are the only enemies that do. You’ll see them buzzing around, causing trouble.
Here’s the issue: Oxium Ospreys are tricky. They carry Oxium (lucky you!), usually 7 to 12 units per Osprey. But, they’re on a mission to self-destruct. If you don’t destroy them fast, they vanish with their cargo. So, your task? Shoot first, think later.
Mission Types: Where the Oxium Flows (Hopefully)
We know who to hunt. Now, where to hunt? Certain mission types are best for obtaining Oxium. Missions with wave after wave of enemies yield more Ospreys.
Defense and Survival missions are your best options for farming Oxium. They have waves of enemies, which increase chances for Ospreys to appear. The longer you fight in these missions, the more Ospreys you’ll encounter. It’s a long game, but Oxium is the prize.
You can also try Disruption or Excavation missions. They don’t always have many Ospreys, but they offer variety. A change in routine can be refreshing for Oxium hunting.
Warframes: Your Oxium Farming Dream Team
Let’s discuss Warframes. In Warframe, the right Warframe enhances everything. Oxium farming benefits greatly from specific Warframes. They can help you gather more resources.
Nekros: The Desecrate King (with a Caveat)
First up is Nekros. He’s known for resource farming. His ability, Desecrate, reanimates corpses for extra loot. Sounds perfect for Oxium farming, right?
Here’s the twist: Oxium Ospreys leave no corpses. They vanish when defeated. So, Nekros cannot directly Desecrate Ospreys. But wait…
Nekros is still useful. Desecrate affects an area around him. While you defeat other enemies in Defense or Survival, Desecrate can boost overall loot drops. This may indirectly lead to more Oxium over time. Consider it an overall resource buff.
Hydroid: The Tentacle Tornado of Treasure
Next is Hydroid. He might seem odd for resource farming, but give this a chance. Hydroid’s Tentacle Swarm ability with the Pilfering Swarm augment makes him effective for Oxium farming. It grants more loot from captured enemies. Plus, it stacks with Nekros!
Imagine Nekros Desecrating while Hydroid unleashes tentacle chaos with Pilfering Swarm. This duo works together well for farming resources. Hydroid may not be as strong as Nekros usually, but in Oxium farming, both can boost gains significantly.
Ivara: The Stealthy Sniper of Supplies
Finally, let’s mention Ivara. She is the stealth expert. Ivara’s Prowl ability makes her invisible. This ability increases enemy loot drops, including Oxium!
Prowl may not have the area effect of Desecrate. But it increases Oxium drops when you defeat enemies undetected. So if you prefer stealth gameplay, Ivara is a solid choice for Oxium farming. Just be sure to kill the Ospreys while in stealth!
Resource Boosters: Your Oxium Multiplier
Want to elevate your Oxium gains? Use Resource Boosters. They double the resources you pick up. Yes, they do affect Oxium drops. Activating a resource booster is a smart move for serious farming.
With a resource booster, expect around 20 to 30 Oxium per Osprey. Suddenly, that grind seems less daunting. It’s like turning on a faucet of Oxium!
Oxium Trading: The Bad News
You might wonder: Can you trade Oxium? Sadly, no. Oxium in Warframe isn’t tradable. You cannot buy your way out of the grind. You earn it by hunting Ospreys and facing waves of enemies.
That wraps up your guide to Oxium farming. It’s not glamorous, but with the right Warframes and missions, and maybe a resource booster or two, you can overcome Oxium scarcity. Soon, you might build that Warframe or weapon you want. Happy hunting, Tenno!
