Is there an actual strategy towards obtaining Ultra Rare weapons?

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Post by Archaengel_X on Jan 6, 2017 16:08:02 GMT

I vaguely recall threads on the old forums that mentioned techniques that one can utilize to maximize the chances of obtaining Ultra Rare weapons. If I am correct, then I think I read that buying Reserve Packs are best when standard Rares are already maxed out. Can anyone confirm this?

I figured I would try to established a fully complete manifest before Andromeda releases. Thanks!

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Post by Ghost Of N7_SP3CTR3 on Jan 6, 2017 16:14:37 GMT

I maxed most of mine through PSP's.Other than a better chance of character cards in Reserve packs,it just seemed to me that all the 99k packs had about the same chance for UR's.That's just my take on it though.

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Post by JRandall0308 on Jan 6, 2017 16:46:14 GMT

If you have everything but URs maxed out then the only constraint is time and credits. All the 99K packs have the same drop rate.

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Post by Terminator Force on Jan 6, 2017 17:02:01 GMT

Yes, don't waste too many consumables (rockets, gels, ops, clips) while playing, and mostly buy regular Spectre Packs. This way you can maintain not having to worry about wasting cash on Jumbo Packs as often, if ever. This is a tactic I've been using on PS3 account. It's been so long since I've wasted money on Jumbo Packs that I only have level 3 & 4 consumables. I kid you not. Though this is only playing Gold. When I return I will be moving onto Platinum to speed up this account progress via this tactic.

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Post by inert on Jan 6, 2017 17:53:22 GMT

There was the strategy of uninstalling all DLCs to ever so slightly increase ur drop rate (fewer guns to take up slots). I think this is extreme.

My tip would be to get ready for a 600-1500 hour slog, depending on your luck.

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Post by Terminator Force on Jan 6, 2017 18:05:30 GMT

I see you're on X-Box, OP. Maybe you should send me some invites and I'll carry.

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Post by Pearl on Jan 7, 2017 0:32:03 GMT

There is no strategy. Just play and buy packs. If you're interested, someone performed a very extensive study back on the old BSN, which is archived here. Note that only the first page is preserved, but the first post contains all the relevant information.

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Post by Ernie on Jan 7, 2017 0:59:01 GMT

Make sure your consumables are maxed (at 255 each), then your packs are going to give you better drops. As for ultrarares, I have been getting them on my alt accounts even tho the most expensive packs I buy are 60k ones. Pray to RNG, I rub my cats tummy three times and touch her front right paw for luck.

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Post by Pounce de León on Jan 7, 2017 1:25:49 GMT

A pug needs to be regularly sacrificed in the reactor. Then within 3 days buy PSPs at 2354 server time while having all consumables maxed and Justicar character equipped.

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Post by Nightman on Jan 7, 2017 1:29:03 GMT

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Post by Kenny Bania on Jan 7, 2017 10:04:03 GMT

Unmaxed manifest problems.

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Post by Kenny Bania on Jan 7, 2017 18:49:26 GMT

Jan 7, 2017 18:41:05 GMT Teabaggin Krogan said:

Jan 7, 2017 10:04:03 GMT Kenny Bania said:

Unmaxed manifest problems.

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Post by firerider on Jan 8, 2017 16:56:41 GMT

The strategy for maxing your manifest depends upon who you play with. If you are with a bad ass team that can handle platinum fairly easily then you are better off buying the 99k packs because you won't be burning through your consumables so quickly. If playing with pugs, you are better off playing gold and buying 60k packs.

One thing to notice is that reserve packs have a 50% chance that the second slot with be a character card. So if all your characters are at level 20, then you are better off buying the other 99k packs as they will give a level 3 amp instead.

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Post by BlackMage on Jan 10, 2017 15:16:54 GMT

I think it takes about 800 hours to max a manifest. At this stage of the game's life, I would suggest you enjoy the game with what you have and wait for Andromeda.

Of course, if you are on PC then it could be done a lot faster ..... :wizard:

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Jan 7, 2017 21:51:11 GMT Cirvante said:

Sacrifice virgin goats to the RNG god. It helps.

Testing them for virginity is the best part.

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