Borderlands 4Buoy
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- ContentBase Game
- Grenade
- RarityLegendary
- ManufacturerRipper
- Elements
BuoyAll Details
When the Buoy is thrown, it positions itself mid-air at a short distance.
After 10s, or if an enemy is within range, it explodes, dealing [Element] Splash Ordnance Damage.
- Elements
- variationsfixed parts
- Firmwarepossiblenone
Buoy - Stat Augments
All Stat Augments are equally common, giving each Augment a 11.1% Chance (1 in 9) to appear.
- Bloodthirsty +17% Grenade Lifesteal
- Concussive +83% Knockback Force
- Exacting +25% Crit Chance
- Expansive +41% Radius
- Explosive +21% Damage
- Express -21% Cooldown
- Hazardous +17% Status Chance
+33% Status Damage - Nuke +31% Damage
+62% Radius
+25% Cooldown - Overflow +1 Charge
- Ripper Grenade Buoy has received a +150% Damage increase.
Dev Note: The activation range and proximity check has proven to not be as practical in combat as we were targeting.
As a result, we’ve added a dramatic increase to the damage to better fit players using it as a short-range burst of damage.
BuoyHow to get it?
General Farming Guidance
Base Game Items in Borderlands 4 are often obtainable from many sources, including those in DLCs. Here’s your quick start guide:
Farming Preparations
- Identify the Best Source: The Sources below are generally ranked from best to worst. Make sure to complete any required quests and be aware of Source Restrictions.
- Locate the Source: Make sure you have unlocked the Location.
- Equip Your Character: Equip your character to easily overcome enemies.
- Set Spawn Point: Locate the nearest Save Station to use as your spawn point.
Bonus Tips
- Combine Runs: Get more loot per run by integrating nearby sources into your farming route.
- Track Progress: Track your runs to more precisely predict drops and more clearly monitor progress. Additionally, time your runs to see how tweaks affect your farming efficiency.
- Speed it up: Explore shortcuts and boost your movement speed to minimize travel time. Also, aim to shorten your time to kill with higher DPS or big damage bursts.
- Realistic Expectations: Be patient and persistent when farming. Despite precise, verified drop rates, your actual runs might exceed or fall short of inferred expectations.
BuoyDrop Rates
Bonus Chance: +2% × UVH
Big Encore: 30%
