Warframe released its first new character in 2019. It is a female Warframe named Hildryn. She is not only large and imposing, but she is also the ultimate tank!
What is Hildryn? Imagine the bodybuilder Zarya from Overwatch as a biomechanical combat machine, and you have an idea of Hildryn. The new frame is a massive figure that would likely overshadow even the thick Rhino.
What is special about Hildryn? Similar to her colleague Rhino, Hildryn is designed as a tank. However, she uses a unique, new gameplay mechanic: she has no energy gauge. When you collect energy orbs, her shields are charged.
Hildryn’s shields are the strongest in the game so far. However, she uses the shields to activate her skills. You must constantly weigh whether you can sacrifice shields to activate powerful abilities or if you need the shields for something else.
A mix of tank and damage
What are Hildryn’s abilities? Hildryn plays somewhat like Zarya from Overwatch. She can primarily use her shields to protect herself and allies:
- Shield Wall: Hildryn’s shields absorb the shields of enemies and return them to her.
- Sanctuary: You create a shield around an ally. If they are attacked, the attacker takes damage.
- Fireball: Hildryn charges a fire projectile and hurls it at the enemy. However, this costs you shields.
- Aegis Storm: Hildryn’s ultimate allows her to hover in the air and rain down fireball projectiles. Enemies in the vicinity are also lifted into the air and lose energy orbs.
How do you get Hildryn? To obtain the blueprint for Hildryn, you need to reach T5 rank with Vox Solaris, which requires quite a bit of grinding. After that, you must farm the components for Hildryn from the Exploiter Orb.
Alternatively, you can purchase Hildryn directly from the shop for 325 Platinum. That costs about 15 Euros. This way, you get Hildryn directly into your Warframe inventory without grinding.
How is Hildryn received by players? Hildryn’s playstyle and abilities are well-received by most players. There is excitement for a unique new playstyle. Additionally, many players praise the design of Hildryn as a female Warframe with the physique of a muscle-bound individual.
However, many players groan and sigh at the thought of grinding for the frame and the associated requirements.
