Updated: Sep 23, 2024

Borderlands 3D.N.A.

Death cannot be contained.

Content
Base Game
Weapon Type
SMG
Rarity
Legendary
Manufacturer
Maliwan
Elements

D.N.A.All Details

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D.N.A. - About

The Legendary SMG D.N.A. is manufactured by Maliwan and comes from the Borderlands 3 Base Game.

D.N.A. - Unique Ability

The DNA requires a < 1 sec charge up before continuous fire.

Shoots 2 Orbs that diverge into random directions and link together, forming an Energy-Blade that deals elemental damage.
Each shot has a random element [Fire, Shock, Corrosive, Cryo].
When the Orbs hit an enemy before they created an Energy-Blade they deal elemental Splash Damage.

D.N.A. - Variants

Elements
Listed Projectiles
1
Shot Cost
2
Weapon Parts
variants
fixed parts
Anointment
possible
none
Splash Anoints
possible
none

D.N.A. - SMG Parts

Weapons usually get one part per group, but sometimes multiple or none. Numbers in the top-right indicate the range of parts a group can have.
Parts usually have equal drop chances, or it's indicated nearby.

Body Accessory^1-3

Body_A^60%+20% Charge Speed
Body_B^60%+30% Projectile Speed
+15% Accuracy
Body_C^60%+10% Status Damage

Scope

Scope_1^21.4%_{1.8x Zoom}+5% Damage
Scope_2^25%_{2.2x Zoom}+20% Splash Radius
Scope_3^26.8%_{2.9x Zoom}+15% Projectile Speed
Scope_4^26.8%_{Iron Sight}+5% Reload Speed

Grip

Grip_1^22.5%-30% Accuracy Bloom
+5% Fire Rate
Grip_2^35.2%-30% Sway
+10% Status Damage
Grip_3^42.3%+10% Charge Speed
+10% Accuracy

Stock

Stock_1^33.3%+10% Charge Speed
+5% Fire Rate
Stock_2^23.8%-30% Sway
+10% Status Damage
Stock_3^42.9%-20% Accuracy Bloom
+5% Damage

D.N.A. - Changelog

Hotfix 04.29.2021:

+31.3% Weapon Damage.

Hotfix 01.14.2021:

+166.7% Damage
+39% Fire Rate
-50% Reload Time
+50% Mag Size
Increased the Weapons Projectile Speed.

D.N.A.How to get it?

Base Game
General Farming Guidance

To collect and equip the Legendary D.N.A., you need to own the BL3 Base Game.

Base Game Items in Borderlands 3 are often obtainable from many sources, including those in DLCs. Here’s your quick start guide:

Farming Preparations

Identify the Best Source: The Sources below are generally ranked from best to worst. Make sure to complete any required quests and be aware of Source^Restrictions.
Locate the Source: Make sure you have unlocked the Location.
Equip Your Character: Equip your character to easily overcome enemies.
Set Spawn Point: Locate the nearest Save Station to use as your spawn point.

Bonus Tips

Combine Runs: Get more loot per run by integrating nearby sources into your farming route.
Track Progress: Track your runs to more precisely predict drops and more clearly monitor progress. Additionally, time your runs to see how tweaks affect your farming efficiency.
Speed it up: Explore shortcuts and boost your movement speed to minimize travel time. Also, aim to shorten your time to kill with higher DPS or big damage bursts.
Realistic Expectations: Be patient and persistent when farming. Despite precise, verified drop rates, your actual runs might exceed or fall short of inferred expectations.