Build it. The Soma is a classic critical-focused assault rifle with high fire rate and a large magazine. Its main weakness is a spool-up time before reaching full fire rate.
Fire rate starts at 25% of the listed value, and increases by 15% per shot over 6 shots. It takes an Incarnon Genesis adapter from the Steel Path Circuit, which is where most of its 2026 power comes from.
The Soma is a Tenno assault rifle known for its very high critical potential and high fire rate, which is achieved after a brief spool-up period. It features a large magazine capacity, making it suitable for sustained engagements.
Despite its lackluster base damage, the Soma’s exceptional critical stats allow it to be a powerful weapon. Its sustainable fire rate makes it effective across various combat distances.
This weapon primarily deals Slash damage, which is effective against most enemy types, especially when combined with high critical hits.
How to get the Soma
- Purchase the Soma blueprint from the Market for credits.
The Soma Incarnon Genesis adapter can be earned from The Steel Path Circuit after completing The Duviri Paradox and Angels of the Zariman.
Stats
| Class | Primary |
|---|---|
| Mastery Rank | 6 |
| Trigger | AUTO |
| Noise | Alarming |
| Fire Rate | 15 |
| Accuracy | 28.6 |
| Magazine | 100 |
| Reload | 3 s |
| Critical Chance | 30% |
| Critical Multiplier | 3x |
| Status Chance | 7% |
| Riven Disposition | (1.15) |
| Damage | 12 total |
|---|---|
| Impact | 1.2 |
| Puncture | 4.8 |
| Slash | 6 |
The Soma has a riven disposition of 1.15, which is considered high. This means rivens for the Soma can provide substantial stat boosts, making it a good candidate for Riven investment.
Builds
Given its high critical chance and critical multiplier, a critical build is ideal for the Soma. Focus on increasing critical chance, critical damage, and fire rate to maximize sustained damage output. Adding Viral damage will further enhance its effectiveness against health.
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SET: PRIMARY| Mod | Why it’s here |
|---|---|
| Serration | +165% Damage |
| Split Chamber | +90% Multishot |
| Point Strike | +150% Critical Chance |
| Vital Sense | +120% Critical Damage |
| Hunter Munitions | +30% chance to apply on Critical |
| Galvanized Chamber | +80% Multishot; On Kill: +30% Multishot for 20s. Stacks up to 5x. |
| Malignant Force | +60% Toxin; +60% Status Chance |
| Vigilante Armaments | +60% Multishot |
Primary Merciless is the pick: stacking damage on kills with faster reloads. Primary Deadhead if you land headshots. Primary Crux, from The Hex, is the cheap start.
Reviewed September 2026.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Very high critical chance
- Very high critical multiplier
- High fire rate after spool-up
- Large magazine capacity
- Primarily deals Slash damage
Cons
- Spool-up time for full fire rate
- Low base damage
- Low base status chance
The Soma remains a solid choice for players seeking a reliable critical-focused assault rifle. Its Incarnon Genesis further raise its potential, making it viable even in Steel Path content. Mastering its spool-up mechanic is key to maximizing its effectiveness in combat.