Adversary System — Warframe Guide

Master the Warframe Lich System! Learn about Kuva Liches, Sisters of Parvos, Requiem Mods, Murmurs, and how to defeat these powerful Adversaries.

Hey there, Tenno! So, you've heard about the Lich System in Warframe, huh? It's a pretty unique part of the game where you face off against these super-powered, immortal-like enemies called Liches, or more generally, Adversaries. They can be Grineer Kuva Liches or Corpus Sisters of Parvos, and they're basically trying to take over the Star Chart, even stealing your hard-earned loot! You can only have one active at a time, so you'll need to focus on taking them down. This guide is going to cover the basics of how this system works, what you need to do to beat them, and some of the cool mechanics involved. Keep in mind, this article merges info for both Kuva Liches and Sisters of Parvos since their core gameplay is so similar. You can find the nitty-gritty details on their individual pages if you want to dive deeper. A Quick Summary When you first encounter an Adversary, you'll see a summary in their profile. The main thing to know is that you can't just blast them to bits permanently. To truly defeat them, you'll need to use your Parazon with a specific sequence of Requiem Mods. Think of it like a special key code that's unique to each Adversary. * Requiem Mods: These are your tools for the job. You get them from Requiem Relics, which you can find during Kuva Siphons and Kuva Floods. Don't skip these missions! * Murmurs: To figure out the correct Requiem Mod sequence, you'll need to gather Murmurs. You do this by defeating the Adversary's minions – called Thralls for Grineer Liches and Hounds for Sisters of Parvos. The more Murmurs you collect, the more of the sequence you'll uncover. * The Secret Sequence: Once you've learned enough of the sequence through Murmurs, you'll equip the Known Requiems onto your Parazon. Then, you'll fight your Adversary again to test the sequence. It might take a few tries to get it right! * Taxes: Be warned, in areas where your Adversary has influence, they can steal your mission rewards. The only way to get those back is to defeat them. * Vengeance: To get your Adversary to show up, you'll need to defeat their Thralls or Hounds in the areas they control. This is how you lure them out. * Railjack Encounter: If your Adversary decides to flee, they might head to the Proxima regions in your Railjack. You'll need to pursue them there! Checking on Your Adversary Wondering what your current nemesis is up to? You can check on them right from the Star Chart or through the ESC menu by clicking on the Adversary icon. Your Codex will also keep track of your past and present Kuva Liches and Sisters of Parvos. Progenitors This is a bit of a deeper dive, but the 'Progenitor' is basically the Warframe that your Lich or Sister is based on. This determines a few things, like the element they're aligned with and the type of weapon they'll eventually offer you. For example, if your Lich is a 'Progenitor' of Ember, they'll have a heat-based weapon. It's good to know this upfront so you can plan your loadout accordingly when you eventually face them. Requiem Mods Explained These mods are absolutely crucial. You can't just get them from any old mission; you need to hunt down Requiem Relics. These are found in Kuva Siphons and Kuva Floods. When you open a Requiem Relic, you'll get one of eight possible Requiem Mods. The trick is, you don't know which ones you have until you try to equip them on your Parazon. You'll need to collect all eight unique mods to have a chance at defeating your Lich or Sister. The Murmur System This is how you uncover the secret Requiem Mod sequence. Every time you defeat a Thrall or a Hound in a territory controlled by your Adversary, you gain Murmurs. As you accumulate Murmurs, you'll start to reveal the correct order of the Requiem Mods for your Parazon. You'll see a progress bar in your Adversary's profile showing how many Murmurs you've gathered and how many are needed to reveal the next piece of the sequence. It can be a bit of a grind, but it's essential for figuring out the winning combination. Tax System As mentioned, your Adversary will claim territory on the Star Chart. When they do, they'll start 'taxing' your missions in those areas. This means a portion of the rewards you earn will be stolen by them. To get those stolen rewards back, you have to defeat the Adversary. Enrage System Sometimes, your Adversary might get 'enraged'. This usually happens when you're getting close to defeating them or when they're in a particularly tough spot. When enraged, they become much more powerful and aggressive, so be prepared for a tougher fight! Railjack Encounter If you're playing during the later stages of your fight with an Adversary, they might try to escape. They'll often flee to the Proxima regions, meaning you'll have to chase them down in your Railjack. This adds a whole new layer to the hunt, and you'll need to be ready for space combat! Adversary Weapons: Kuva and Tenet Once you finally defeat your Adversary, they'll drop a powerful weapon. For Kuva Liches, these are Kuva weapons, and for Sisters of Parvos, they are Tenet weapons. These weapons come with a unique bonus element (like Heat, Cold, Toxin, etc.) and a significant percentage bonus to that element, which is determined by the Progenitor Warframe. You'll also get a weapon with a random innate bonus, which can be quite powerful. You can get duplicates of these weapons, and you can choose to either convert your Lich/Sister (if they are still alive) or vanquish them to claim their weapon. Converted Adversaries Here's a cool twist: instead of vanquishing your Lich or Sister, you can choose to convert them. If you do, they'll join your side and fight alongside you! Converted allies will appear in missions, and they can even help you in Railjack missions. They'll also show up in the Orbiter if you have the appropriate room. It's a neat way to have a powerful ally, though you won't get their weapon immediately. You can always choose to vanquish them later if you change your mind. Kuva Lich Specifics Kuva Liches are tied to the Grineer faction. They have a unique appearance and voice lines. When you convert a Kuva Lich, they'll retain their Grineer allegiance and will fight for you. They can also assist you in certain Grineer-themed missions. Sister of Parvos Specifics Sisters of Parvos are linked to the Corpus faction. They have their own distinct look and personality. If you convert a Sister, she'll remain loyal to the Corpus and will aid you in Corpus-controlled areas or missions. They can also be quite helpful in dealing with Corpus threats. Trivia It's interesting to note how the names for these Adversaries are generated. They use a system that pulls from a pool of names and titles, creating unique identities for each Lich and Sister you encounter. It adds to the feeling that each one is a distinct threat. Patch History This system has seen a few updates over time. For instance, Update 30.5 brought the Sisters of Parvos into the game, aligning them with the existing Kuva Lich mechanics. It's always good to keep an eye on patch notes to see how these systems evolve! So, that's the rundown on the Lich System! It can seem a bit daunting at first, but once you get the hang of the Requiem Mods and the Murmur system, you'll be taking down these powerful foes in no time. Good luck out there, Tenno!