Learn how to obtain, use, and upgrade the Icefire Blastsling in Horizon Forbidden West. Discover its stats, perks, and ammo types for effective combat against machines.
This guide details the Icefire Blastsling, a Rare weapon in Horizon Forbidden West. It is designed to deal Fire damage and apply the Fire status effect, but can also be upgraded to use Frost Bombs.
- Obtained From: Hunter at The Bulwark
- Cost: Metal Shards x632, Elemental Clawstrider Circulator x1
- Recommended Use: Fighting machines susceptible to Fire or Frost. Apply Fire damage over time, then switch weapons, or use Frost Bombs to increase Impact Damage.
How to Get the Icefire Blastsling
Purchase the Icefire Blastsling from the Hunter stationed at The Bulwark. You will need an Elemental Clawstrider Circulator, an Uncommon Drop from Clawstriders.
How to Upgrade the Icefire Blastsling
The Icefire Blastsling can be upgraded through four ranks, increasing its stats and unlocking a Coil Slot at Rank IV. Each upgrade requires specific machine parts and resources.
Rank I
- Cost: Metal Shards x75, Braided Wire x2, Small Machine Core x2
- Materials: Small Machine Cores are Uncommon Drops from small machines like Grazers.
Rank II
- Cost: Metal Shards x112, Braided Wire x2, Leaplasher Spark Coil x1, Skydrifter Razor Tail x1
- Materials: Leaplasher Spark Coils are Rare Drops from Leaplashers. Skydrifter Razor Tails are Very Rare Drops from Skydrifters.
Rank III
- Cost: Metal Shards x150, Braided Wire x3, Medium Machine Core x2, Leaplasher Circulator x1
- Materials: Medium Machine Cores are Rare Drops from medium machines like the Scorcher. Leaplasher Circulators are Uncommon Drops from Leaplashers.
Rank IV
- Cost: Metal Shards x250, Braided Wire x6, Medium Machine Core x3, Leaplasher Primary Nerve x1, Bellowback Sac Webbing x1
- Materials: Leaplasher Primary Nerves are Uncommon Drops from Leaplashers. Bellowback Sac Webbing is a Rare Drop from Bellowbacks.
Icefire Blastsling Stats
| Stat | Base | Rank I | Rank II | Rank III | Rank IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fire Damage | 31 | 33 | 37 | 42 | 48 |
| Fire Buildup | 96 | 99 | 107 | 118 | 142 |
| Frost Damage | 32 | 34 | 38 | 43 | 49 |
| Frost Buildup | 98 | 102 | 110 | 122 | 146 |
Icefire Blastsling Perks
| Perk | Base | Rank I | Rank II | Rank III | Rank IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Draw Speed | +25% | +25% | +25% | +25% | +65% |
| Overdraw Speed | – | – | +15% | +15% | +15% |
Draw Speed: Increases a weapon's draw or charge-up speed.
Overdraw Speed: Increases damage dealt when using Overdraw with a weapon.
Icefire Blastsling Ammo Types
- Fire Bombs: Deals Fire Damage and Fire Buildup.
- Frost Bombs: Deals Frost Damage and Frost Buildup.
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