In the world of *Once Human*, the Shrapnel build emerges as a powerhouse, capable of unleashing widespread devastation by triggering shrapnel effects that damage multiple enemy parts simultaneously. This comprehensive guide will walk you through the process of constructing an optimal Shrapnel build, covering the best choices for weapons, armor, mods, deviants, and cradle overrides to ensure you dominate the battlefield.

What is the Shrapnel Build?

Understanding the core concept of the Shrapnel build is crucial. It revolves around using weapons and equipment that trigger shrapnel effects, leading to additional damage on parts of enemies that weren't initially hit. By boosting critical hit rates, increasing magazine capacity, and amplifying shrapnel damage, this build delivers a relentless barrage of devastating attacks. Think of it like setting off fireworks, where the collateral damage from shrapnel hits multiple targets. Below is a detailed overview of the build and its essential components:

Primary Weapon – SOCR – The Last Valor

The SOCR – The Last Valor stands as the cornerstone of the Shrapnel build. This assault rifle is renowned for its rapid rate of fire and a 4% chance to trigger shrapnel with each hit, causing additional damage to random unhit parts of enemies. Critical hits not only double this effect but also boost critical damage by 30%, making it exceptionally effective for prolonged combat scenarios. To acquire its blueprint, you can use the Wish Machine by engaging in mini-games or purchase it for 8,000 Starchrom from the Blueprint Shop. For the best results, crafting the Tier V version is highly recommended.

Recommended Attachments:

Large Brake: +4 Range, +20 Accuracy, -8 Stability
Reflex Sight: Zoom Level 2.0x, Aiming Speed +5.0%, Stability +5
Tactical Laser Sight: +19 Accuracy, +12% Aiming Speed
Extended Rifle Mag: Magazine Capacity +8, -13% Reload Speed

Secondary Weapon – DE.50 – Wildfire

The DE.50 – Wildfire complements the Shrapnel build by marking targets with "The Bull’s Eye," which increases their vulnerability and synergizes with the shrapnel effect. For an alternative, consider the Recurve Crossbow, which applies "The Bull’s Eye" upon hitting weak spots, granting a 15% critical rate boost against marked targets for 10 seconds, setting the stage for the primary weapon to deal maximum damage.

Melee Weapon – Long Axe

The Long Axe acts as a supportive melee weapon within the build. Its "Fortress Warfare" ability, activated through heavy attacks, creates a protective area that grants Heavy Armor to allies, enhancing team survivability and overall durability on the battlefield.

Armor Items

The Lonewolf set is the go-to choice for the Shrapnel build, offering increased magazine capacity and critical rate boosts. The set's "Lone Shadow" effect increases critical damage with each critical hit, stacking up to 10 times. Blueprints for each piece can be acquired through the Wish Machine in the Blueprints Shop for 3,000 Starchrom each.

Recommended Mods for Weapons

Shrapnel Souvenir: Automatically reloads the magazine upon triggering shrapnel, ensuring continuous fire.
Shrapnel Smash: Increases critical hit rate by 1% after each shrapnel trigger, stacking up to 20 times.
Crit Amplifier: Boosts critical hit rate by 10% and critical damage by 15%.
Momentum Up: Increases fire rate by 10% for the first half of the magazine and weapon damage by 30% for the second half.

Recommended Mods for Armor

Targeted Strike (Face): Enhances damage against marked targets.
Crit Booster (Gloves): Further increases critical hit rate.
Covered Advance (Shoes): Improves movement speed while aiming.
Bullet Siphon or Deadshot (Bottoms): Enhances ammo efficiency or critical damage.

For an optimal gaming experience with *Once Human*, consider playing it on a larger screen using BlueStacks on your PC or laptop, along with a keyboard and mouse setup for precision and control.