Ishmael
Updated: Jun 29, 2026
Borderlands 4

Borderlands 4Ishmael

From hell's heart.
  • Content
    Base Game
  • Weapon Type
    Sniper
  • Rarity
    Legendary
  • Manufacturer
    Order
  • Elements
    Kinetic

IshmaelAll Details

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Ishmael (Sniper-BL4)
Copy Ishmael Code

Ishmael - About

The Legendary Sniper Ishmael is manufactured by Order and comes from the Borderlands 4 Base Game.

Ishmael - Unique Ability

Harpoon - Bleeds the target for 11,463 Damage over 5 seconds.

Ishmael - Variants

  • Elements
    Kinetic
  • Listed Projectiles
  • Shot Cost
  • Weapon Parts
    variants
    fixed parts
  • Firmware
    possible
    none
  • Splash Anoints
    possible
    none

Ishmael - Sniper Parts

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.

Ishmael - Changelog

IshmaelHow to get it?

Base Game
General Farming Guidance

To collect and equip the Legendary Ishmael, you need to own the BL4 Base Game.

Base Game Items in Borderlands 4 are often obtainable from many sources, including those in DLCs. Here’s your quick start guide:

Farming Preparations

  1. 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.
  2. Locate the Source: Make sure you have unlocked the Location.
  3. Equip Your Character: Equip your character to easily overcome enemies.
  4. 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.

IshmaelDrop Rates

  • Crackclaw*
    6%
  • Gold Chest
    ≈11.9→10.9%
  • Platin Chest
    ≈9.7→9.3%
*Bonus Chance: +2% × Mayhem
*Phosphene: 0.9% + 0.45% × Mayhem
Mayhem = UVH ÷ 2

IshmaelAll Sources

Child of Terramorphous
raid-boss

Child of Terramorphous

Raid Boss
Research Center B-0451
Hadron Abyss Chests
chest

Hadron Abyss Chests

Chest
Research Center B-0451