Updated: Sep 23, 2024

Borderlands 3Pricker

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Content
Base Game
Weapon Type
SMG
Rarity
Epic
Manufacturer
Hyperion
Elements

PrickerAll Details

Max DPS

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Pricker - About

The Epic SMG Pricker is manufactured by Hyperion and comes from the Borderlands 3 Base Game.

Pricker - Unique Ability

Shoots slow homing needles that deal Radiation Splash Damage and stick to the target.
Once 5 needles are stuck to a single enemy they explode and deal Radiation Splash Damage.

The Pricker has no Weapon Shield.

Pricker - Variants

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

Pricker - 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.

Pricker - Changelog

PrickerHow to get it?

Base Game
General Farming Guidance

To collect and equip the Epic Pricker, 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.