Warframe
Warframe

Conclave (PvP) — Warframe Guide

Master Warframe's Conclave PvP with strategies for swift movement and tactical ability usage. Learn how to dominate the arena and earn unique rewards.

·Multi-source verified (108/108)

Conclave (PvP)

Welcome, Tenno, to the Conclave – Warframe's dedicated Player-versus-Player arena. Unlike the cooperative PvE missions you're accustomed to, the Conclave demands a different skillset, focusing on swift movement, precise aim, and tactical ability usage. While not as heavily populated as PvE, mastering the Conclave offers unique rewards, bragging rights, and a fresh challenge.

Getting Started in Conclave

Accessing the Conclave is straightforward. From your Orbiter, interact with the Conclave console located near the Navigation segment, or simply select it from your main menu. You'll be presented with various game modes and options.

Conclave Game Modes

The Conclave features several distinct game modes, each with its own objectives and strategies:

  • Annihilation: A classic Free-For-All deathmatch. Eliminate as many opponents as possible to secure victory.
  • Team Annihilation: Two teams battle it out in a deathmatch. Cooperation and coordinated attacks are key.
  • Cephalon Capture: Warframe's take on Capture the Flag. Steal the enemy's Cephalon and return it to your base while defending your own.
  • Lunaro: A unique, sports-like game mode where two teams compete to score goals by throwing a ball (Lunaro) into the opposing team's net. This mode has its own distinct movement and ability rules.

Conclave-Specific Loadouts & Mods

A crucial difference in Conclave is the dedicated modding system. Your powerful PvE builds will be heavily restricted or outright disabled. Instead, you'll use Conclave-specific mods and a balanced stat system.

Recommended Warframes for Beginners

While nearly any Warframe can find success with practice, some are more forgiving for newcomers:

  • Volt: His Speed ability offers incredible mobility and melee attack speed, essential for closing gaps or escaping. Electric Shield provides cover and amplifies damage.
  • Excalibur: Slash Dash offers quick engagements and invulnerability frames. Radial Blind is a potent crowd control ability that can turn the tide of a duel.
  • Mag: Magnetize can trap opponents and amplify incoming damage, while Pull can disorient and bring enemies into range.
  • Rhino: Iron Skin provides a significant health buffer, making him durable. Charge offers mobility and a knockdown.

Essential Conclave Mods

Conclave mods are purchased from Teshin in the Conclave Syndicate. Prioritize these for a strong start:

  • Warframe Mods:
    • Armored Agility: Increases armor and sprint speed.
    • Streamlined Form: Increases slide and bullet jump speed.
    • Untraceable: Reduces enemy radar detection.
    • Quick Thinking: Converts energy into health when taking lethal damage (Conclave version).
  • Weapon Mods:
    • Kinetic Collision: Increases melee damage after a bullet jump.
    • Target Cracker: Increases critical damage for pistols.
    • Shred: Increases fire rate and punch through for rifles.
    • Tactical Pump: Increases fire rate for shotguns.
  • Melee Mods:
    • Reflex Coil: Increases combo duration.
    • Dispatch Overdrive: Increases movement speed on melee kill.

Location: Purchase these mods from Teshin at the Conclave Syndicate console in your Orbiter, or at any Relay.

Conclave Strategies & Tips

Movement is Key

Unlike PvE where you can often tank damage, in Conclave, staying still is a death sentence. Master these movement techniques:

  • Bullet Jumping: Essential for quick traversal and dodging. Combine with rolls for unpredictable movement.
  • Wall Latching/Running: Use environmental elements to gain advantageous positions or escape pursuers.
  • Sliding: Reduces your hitbox and makes you harder to hit, especially when combined with firing.

Weapon Choices

Experiment with different weapon types to find what suits your playstyle. Generally, fast-firing, accurate weapons are preferred:

  • Primary: Boltor Prime, Soma Prime, Hek (Conclave version) are strong contenders. Consider weapons with good accuracy and manageable recoil.
  • Secondary: Akstiletto Prime, Lex Prime, Akbolto Prime offer high burst damage or sustained fire.
  • Melee: Melee is powerful for quick kills. Weapons with high attack speed and good range like the Galatine Prime or Orthos Prime can be devastating. Remember to utilize quick melee attacks.

Ability Usage

Warframe abilities in Conclave are often rebalanced and have different energy costs or effects. Use them strategically:

  • Crowd Control: Abilities like Excalibur's Radial Blind or Mag's Pull can create openings for easy kills.
  • Mobility: Volt's Speed or Ash's Shuriken (for quick movement) are excellent for engaging or disengaging.
  • Survivability: Rhino's Iron Skin or Inaros's Devour can buy you precious time.

Map Awareness

Learn the layouts of Conclave maps. Knowing common choke points, health/energy orb spawns, and advantageous perches will give you a significant edge.

Practice Makes Perfect

The Conclave has a steep learning curve. Don't get discouraged by initial losses. Focus on improving your aim, movement, and understanding of enemy Warframe abilities. The more you play, the better you'll become.

Conclave Rewards

Participating in Conclave matches earns you Standing with the Conclave Syndicate, led by Teshin. This Standing can be exchanged for:

  • Conclave Mods: Essential for building competitive PvP loadouts.
  • Skins & Cosmetics: Unique armor sets, weapon skins, and sigils that showcase your Conclave prowess.
  • Stance Forma: A rare item that allows you to change the polarity of a melee weapon's stance slot.
  • Weapon Blueprints: Some unique Conclave-exclusive weapons like the Karak Wraith or Lato Vandal can be acquired.

Embrace the challenge, Tenno, and prove your skill in the Conclave!