Build it if you like fists. Twenty-eight percent crit at 2.4x with a fast swing is a solid Mastery Rank 8 line; the catch is 70 percent Impact damage, so it wants Viral and a Slash proc source. Varzia has its relics in Prime Resurgence right now.
The Ankyros Prime is the Prime variant of the Ankyros fist weapon, serving as a direct upgrade. It was introduced alongside Rhino Prime and Boltor Prime.
This weapon primarily deals Impact damage and features an Unairu polarity for its stance slot, matching Fracturing Wind. It also possesses two innate Madurai polarities.
The Ankyros Prime was the first Gauntlet melee weapon to receive a Prime version, and its model geometry is notably similar to the base Ankyros.
How to get the Ankyros Prime
- Ankyros Prime is in Prime Resurgence right now: Varzia in any Relay sells its relics for Aya. Its relics are otherwise vaulted.
- Blade: Neo G6, Axi R1, Axi S3 (vaulted relics).
- Gauntlet: Meso M1, Meso S14, Neo R1 (vaulted relics).
- Blueprint: Lith B1, Lith B4, Lith E1 (vaulted relics).
- Run the fissure tier that matches each relic, refine the rare part’s relic to Radiant, and pick the best of the four results with a squad.
- Build the parts, then the weapon: 12 hours each, or rush with platinum.
Check the Relic finder for live odds per refinement; the set price on this page is what the built set trades for on warframe.market.
Stats
| Class | Melee |
|---|---|
| Mastery Rank | 8 |
| Attack Speed | 1.25 |
| Range | 1.25 m |
| Blocking Angle | 50° |
| Combo Duration | 5 s |
| Follow Through | 0.9 |
| Wind Up | 0.6 s |
| Slam Attack | 384 |
| Heavy Attack | 640 |
| Critical Chance | 28% |
| Critical Multiplier | 2.4x |
| Status Chance | 16% |
| Set Price | 49p on warframe.market (48h average) |
| Riven Disposition | (1.45) |
| Damage | 128 total |
|---|---|
| Impact | 89.6 |
| Puncture | 19.2 |
| Slash | 19.2 |
The Ankyros Prime has a high riven disposition of 1.45, allowing for significant stat boosts from a well-rolled Riven mod. This can further enhance its already strong critical profile.
Builds
Crit hybrid: Blood Rush and Weeping Wounds off the combo, Organ Shatter behind the 2.4x multiplier, Condition Overload and Primed Pressure Point for the flat damage, Berserker Fury for speed, Primed Fever Strike and North Wind for Viral.
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Melee| Mod | Why it’s here |
|---|---|
| Blood Rush | +40% Critical Chance stacks with Combo Multiplier |
| Weeping Wounds | +40% Status Chance per Combo Multiplier |
| Condition Overload | +80% Melee Damage per Status Type affecting the target |
| Organ Shatter | +90% Critical Damage |
| Primed Pressure Point | +165% Melee Damage |
| Berserker Fury | On Melee Kill: +35% Attack Speed for 10s. Stacks up to 2x. |
| Primed Fever Strike | +165% Toxin |
| North Wind | +90% Cold |
Melee Influence when the build carries an Electricity source (an Electricity proc spreads every elemental status to enemies nearby). Melee Crescendo for Heavy Attack builds. Arcane Fury or Arcane Strike as the cheap fallback.
Reviewed September 2026.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- High critical chance
- High critical damage multiplier
- High riven disposition
- Good base damage
- Two innate Madurai polarities
Cons
- Primarily deals Impact damage, which is less effective against armored enemies
- Requires Mastery Rank 8
- Relics only from Varzia while the rotation lasts
The Ankyros Prime is a powerful fist weapon with excellent critical stats, making it a strong choice for players who enjoy melee combat. Its high riven disposition further enhances its potential, allowing for highly customized and potent builds. While its vaulted status can make acquisition difficult, it is a worthwhile investment for those seeking a top-tier melee option.