Information about the Plasma Boltblaster in Horizon Forbidden West, including how to obtain it, how to upgrade it, and what the strengths and weaknesses of the Plasma Boltblaster are.
Overview of the Plasma Boltcaster.
Plasma Boltblaster Description¶
An impressive Oseram weapon that fires Plasma Bolts. It can be upgraded to use Advanced Bolts and deal extra damage when firing down on enemies from higher ground.
How to Get the Plasma Boltblaster¶
| Location | Cost |
|---|---|
| Scalding Spear Hunter | 549 Metal Shards, Sunwing Circulator x1 |
You can purchase the Plasma Boltcaster from the Hunter who has set up camp in the Scalding Spear. You’ll need one Sunwing Circulator which is an Uncommon Drop from Sunwings.
How to Use the lasma Boltblaster¶
The Plasma Boltcaster is best used when fighting larger machines that are susceptible to Plasma Damage, such as the Slitherfang. A great way to use this weapon is to begin with the Plasma until you’ve placed the DoT (Damage Over Time) on the Machine, then switch over to Advanced Bolts to deal more before the Plasma wears off and creates a heavy hitting explosion.
How to Upgrade the Plasma Boltblaster¶
| Rank | Effect | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| I | Increased Weapon Stats, 1x Perk Improvement | Metal Shards x75, Braided Wire x2, Small Machine Core x2 |
| II | Increased Weapon Stats, 1x Perk Improvement | Metal Shards x112, Braided Wire x2, Sunwing Shield Caster x1, Snapmaw Sac Webbing x1 |
| III | Increased Weapon Stats, Unlocks New Ammo | Metal Shards x160, Braided Wire x3, Medium Machine Core x2, Sunwing Circulator x1 |
| IV | Increased Weapon Stats, 1x Perk Improvement, Unlock Coil Slot | Metal Shards 250, Braided Wire x6, Medium Machine Core x3, Sunwing Primary Nerve x1, Rockbreaker Mining Claw x6 |
Plasma Boltblaster Rank I Upgrades¶
- Metal Shards - Common Drop from all Machines.
- Braided Wire - Common Drop from all Machines.
- Small Machine Core - Uncommon Drop from small Machines such as the Grazer.
Plasma Boltblaster Rank II Upgrades¶
- Metal Shards - Common Drop from all Machines.
- Braided Wire - Common Drop from all Machines.
- Sunwing Shield Caster - Rare Drop from Sunwings.
- Snapmaw Sac Webbing - Rare Drop from Sanpmaws.
Aloy tries out her new Plasma Boltcaster.
Plasma Boltblaster Rank III Upgrades¶
- Metal Shards - Common Drop from all Machines.
- Braided Wire - Common Drop from all Machines.
- Medium Machine Core - Rare Drop from medium sized Machines, such as the Scorcher.
- Sunwing Circulator - Uncommon Drop from Sunwings.
Plasma Boltblaster Rank IV Upgrades¶
- Metal Shards - Common Drop from all Machines.
- Braided Wire - Common Drop from all Machines.
- Medium Machine Core - Rare Drop from medium sized Machines, such as the Scorcher.
- Sunwing Primary Nerve -Rare Drop from Sunwings.
- Rockbreaker Mining Claw - Very Rare Drop from Rockbreakers.
Plasma Boltblaster Stats¶
| Plasma Bolts | Base | Rank I | Rank II | Rank III | Rank IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Plasma |
14 | 16 | 18 | 20 | 23 |
 Plasma Buildup |
13 | 14 | 16 | 17 | 20 |
| Bolts | Base | Rank I | Rank II | Rank III | Rank IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Impact |
– | – | – | 36 | 43 |
Plasma Boltblaster Perks¶
| Perks | Base | Rank I | Rank II | Rank III | Rank IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 High Ground Damage |
– | +15% | +15% | +15% | +40% |
 Overdraw Damage |
– | – | +15% | +15% | +15% |
Plasma Boltblaster Ammo Types¶
| Icon | Name | Effect |
|---|---|---|
 |
Plasma Bolts | Deals Plasma Damage and Plasma Buildup |
 |
Advanced Bolts | Deals Impact Damage |
- Plasma Bolts - Plasma }Damage builds up on the machines and explodes for a lot of damage.
- Advanced Bolts - Advanced Bolts increase Ranged Damage.
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