Theorylytics
Lanka

Lanka

Sniper / Single-Target

The Lanka fires a high velocity projectile through magnetic induction.

Role
Sniper / Single-Target
Polarities
None
Exilus
ExilusMaduraiMadurai
Mastery
10
Disposition
1.05
Introduced
Update 8.0 (2013-05-23)

Stats

Ordnance Telemetry

SniperChargeAlarmingPrimary

Damage

525.0

Crit

20.0%

Crit Mult

2.0x

Status

25.0%

Fire Rate
0.0
Magazine
10
Reload
2.0s
Accuracy
100.0
Disposition1.05
NoneExilus Madurai
  • Multishot1.0
  • Mastery10
  • IntroducedUpdate 8.0 (2013-05-23)
  • Build Cost30,000 Credits
  • Build Time24h 0m
  • Rush35 Platinum

Weapon dossier

Verified 2026-07-23

Playstyle

The Lanka fires a high velocity projectile through magnetic induction. Built as a sniper / single-target option for squad clear and mission pressure.

Signature

Lanka is not a signature weapon — any frame can use it without a signature passive.

When to Pick

  • You want a Sniper that fits a sniper / single-target play pattern.
  • Your loadout needs what Lanka does well — check Mission Usefulness below before investing Forma.
  • You’re ready to Catalyze / Forma it if you plan to main it on Steel Path.

Attack Modes

  • Partially Charged Shot

    Electricity 200

    Projectile · Crit 20% / 2× · Status 25% · Projectile 200 · Falloff 400–600m (−50%)

  • Charged Shot

    Electricity 525

    Projectile · Crit 25% / 2× · Status 25% · Projectile 250

Attack Notes

  • Partially Charged Shot (Projectile): Electricity 200.0.
  • Charged Shot (Projectile): Electricity 525.0.

Upgrades

Permanent investments on this weapon copy — separate from the Prime variant.

  • Orokin CatalystCapacity

    Doubles mod capacity so endgame builds fit.

    Usually the first permanent upgrade on a weapon you plan to main.

  • FormaPolarity

    Adds or changes polarities so matching mods cost half capacity.

    expect multiple Forma for a hungry config.

  • Exilus Weapon AdapterSlot

    Unlocks utility options (Exilus on guns; melee focuses on stance polarity + utility mods).

    Install when you need ammo, handling, or QoL without sacrificing damage slots.

  • Primary Arcane AdapterArcane

    Lets you install a weapon arcane for a strong passive bonus.

    Worth it once the base mod config is already solid.

  • Riven ModRiven

    Unique rolled mod. Disposition 1.05.

    Chase clean desirable stats; skip awkward negatives on low-disposition weapons.

Mod Scaling

Multishot

Usually the highest value damage slot — more projectiles, more procs, more clear.

Critical

Stack crit chance/damage when the weapon’s crit stats justify a crit suite.

Elemental

Faction/elemental lines for Steel Path; Viral+Heat is a safe default on many guns.

Fire Rate

Fire rate raises DPS but burns ammo — pair with reload/ammo economy when needed.

Priority

Multishot → Crit (if crit-viable) → Elemental → QoL ammo/reload.

Mission Usefulness

Mission / ContextRatingWhy
Steel Path Survival / Defense / DisruptionStrongTest whether Lanka still clears or enables clear when enemies are dense and overlevelled.
Exterminate / Capture Speed RunsStrongUse Lanka when its fire pattern matches fast tile clears — skip if it feels awkward on empty lanes.
Mobile Defense / ExcavationStrongHold objectives by deleting approach packs with Lanka, then reposition.
Open World / Long SightlinesExcellentLong sightlines favor hitscan/sniper/bow patterns over short falloff or melee.
Solo Boss / Single-TargetSituationalFine if Lanka has strong single-target multipliers; otherwise bring a dedicated boss weapon.

Acquisition

Check the How to Get table for blueprint / part drop sources.

Crafting

Build
Credits
30,000
Time
24h 0m
Rush
35 Plat
Total resources
Credits
30,000
Time
1d
Rush
35 Plat

Alternatives

Other options if Lanka isn’t the right fit.

  • Buzlok

    Another Sniper option if Lanka’s handling or acquisition doesn’t fit your farm.

  • Coda Sporothrix

    Another Sniper if you want less crit than Lanka (Coda Sporothrix: 5.0%).