Abyssus Ancient Core Guide: List of Mods and How To Unlock

Here is how to unlock the Ancient Core in Abyssus, along with the list of forge mods you can attach to it.

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Here is how you can unlock the Ancient Core in Abyssus. (Image via The Arcade Crew)

The Ancient Core in Abyssus is one of the strongest abilities you can unlock in the game, especially with the right mods. While it can be a bit slow, it can deal massive damage at long range. While this ability starts off as single-target, its Forge Mods allow you to customize it. With the right mods, it can adapt to various playstyles. It’s a good ability to have when dealing with tough boss fights or elite enemies. 

With that said, you might be curious as to how you can get your hands on this ability in the game. Here is a guide on how to unlock the Ancient Core in Abyssus and the list of its forge mods. 

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How To Get Ancient Core in Abyssus

How To Get Ancient Core in Abyssus
The Ancient Core inside the secret room. (Image via The Arcade Crew, PlatMe_Ifyoucan/YouTube)

You unlock the Ancient Core in Byssus after completing the Ancient Weapon challenge. Once you do, a door at the back of the lobby will open. The entrance is just beside a table where you can find the journal. Inside, you can find the Ancient Core. 

All Ancient Core Forge Mods in Abyssus

Here is a list of all the Core Forge Mods for your Ancirnt Core in Abyssus:

Forge ModDescription
Laser SightDeals up to 50% more damage based on how far away the target is.
Stun BlastThe blast also stuns the target on hit.
Gold BlastEnemies killed by the blast drop a large amount of Gold.
Bounce BlastThe blast bounces to an additional nearby enemy after the first hit.
Explosive BlastThe blast explodes on hit, dealing damage to nearby enemies equal to 25% of the main hit.
Trigger HappyIncreases damage by 50% if used within 2 seconds of the cooldown refreshing.
Hunter’s MarkEnemies hit are marked, increasing all Weakspot damage they take by 25% for 5 seconds.
Cone BlastThe blast hits all enemies in a cone instead of only the first target.
Active ReloadGetting a kill with the Ancient Core instantly resets its cooldown.
Target LockDeals 10% more damage each time it hits the same enemy.

Best Forge Mod for Ancient Core

The best mod for Ancient Core is arguably the Hunter’s Mark. This ability already boasts massive single-target damage. Adding the weakspot damage effect to enemies further improves this ability’s overall lethality. On top of that, your allies also benefit from this debuff. It’s a good, supportive mod that can increase the damage output of the entire team in multiplayer. With that said, you can always experiment with various builds. With a bit of trial and error, you might find an alternative playstyle that fits your preference. 

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