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Borderlands 4Hot Slugger
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- ContentBase Game
- Weapon TypeShotgun
- RarityLegendary
- ManufacturerJakobs
- Elements
Hot SluggerAll Details
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Blazing Barrel - On kill, the Barrel heats up, dealing +30% Damage for 10s for up to a max 3 Stacks
- Elements
- Listed Projectiles
- Shot Cost
- Weapon Partsvariantsfixed parts
- Firmwarepossiblenone
- Splash Anointspossiblenone
Weapons usually get one part per group, but sometimes multiple or none. Numbers in the top-right indicate the range of parts a group can have.
Parts usually have equal drop chances, or it's indicated nearby.
Adjusted some gear that was behaving inconsistently in multiplayer, such as:
- The Reload animation timing for the Jakobs shotgun Hot Slugger.
Hot SluggerHow 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.