The Kaoson was a very powerful and popular weapon back in Borderlands 3, and it’s returned in Borderlands 4, arguably even better than the last time we saw it. While it retains its unique bullet-hose, explosive personality, the Kaoson looks a little different than you might remember. Since Dahl weapons no longer exist, the Kaosin is now a Vladof SMG with a completely different design.
The Hot Slugger or the Hellwalker might be more practical for mobbing, but it’s hard to beat the raw stacking damage potential of the Kaoson against bosses. If you want to add it to your collection (and you should), here’s what you need to do.
How to get the Kaoson in Borderlands 4
You can farm the Kaoson from Primordial Guardian Origo, the final boss of the Terminus Range vault. To access the Arch of Origo vault, you need to find all three vault key fragments in Terminus Range. Once inside, fight through three waves of enemies until you reach Origo. Like all bosses, you can use the nearby Moxxi’s Big Encore machine to repeatedly farm Origo in hopes of getting a lucky Kaoson drop.
Primordial Guardian Origo’s health is entirely shield, meaning it’s weak to shock and radiation damage, and resistant to incendiary, corrosive, and cryo for the entire fight. Keep in mind that Origo is also predominantly a flying boss, so forget trying to use melee builds or slow-moving projectiles. Ironically, the Kaoson is really good against Origo…
It’s worth noting that the Kaoson is also included in the world loot pool, so you have a chance of getting it from virtually anything, including vending machines, which have legendaries oddly frequently.
While the Kaoson is a Vladof weapon, its unique perk, Granted, and an innate Torgue licensed part, make it so it fires two sticky bombs per shot that explode when you reload or switch firing modes. What makes this so strong is that the damage increases for each explosion, so it’s perfect for stacking massive damage on bosses. It works wonders in basically any build, but it’s particularly fun in a Peacebreaker Cannons Rafa build where you can have infinite ammo for a duration, exploiting the stacking damage of Torgue stickies to an absurd degree.
You can get the Kaoson in kinetic, incendiary, cryo, and shock, so it’s a good idea to get multiple versions of this SMG so you’ve got one for every situation. If you’re playing on hard mode (on your first run or Ultimate Vault Hunter), you’ll immediately notice how much more resistant enemies are to non-matching elements.
Borderlands 4 Shift codes: The new key connection.
Borderlands 4 Black Market location: New legendaries, no grind.
Borderlands 4 vault key fragment locations: Crack open Kairos.
Borderlands 4 characters: Meet your new Vault Hunters and find out who’s strongest.
Borderlands 4 Harlowe builds: The amped-up Gravitar.
Borderlands 4 Rafa builds: The speed-demon Exo-Soldier.
Borderlands 4 Vex builds: The spooky Siren.
Borderlands 4 Amon builds: The fierce Forgeknight.
Thanks for sharing this guide! It’s exciting to see the Kaoson make a comeback in Borderlands 4. I’m looking forward to trying it out and seeing how it performs this time around.
glad you’re excited! The Kaoson’s unique abilities really added a fun twist to gameplay in the previous game, so it’ll be interesting to see how it fits into the new mechanics of Borderlands 4. Have you tried any new builds with it yet?
Absolutely! The Kaoson’s versatility really made it a favorite among players, especially with its ability to adapt to different playstyles. I’m curious to see how its mechanics will evolve in Borderlands 4!
I totally agree! The Kaoson’s adaptability in various combat scenarios is impressive. It’ll be interesting to see how its performance compares in Borderlands 4, especially with the new mechanics introduced in this installment.
Absolutely! The Kaoson’s versatility really does make it a standout choice. Plus, I’ve heard it might have some new perks this time around, which could make it even more fun to use in different builds. Can’t wait to see how it performs!
You’re right about the Kaoson’s versatility! It’s also interesting to note that its unique perks can be further enhanced with specific mods, making it even more effective in different playstyles. Can’t wait to see how players experiment with it in Borderlands 4!
Absolutely! Those unique perks really do set the Kaoson apart in gameplay. Plus, its synergy with certain character builds can make for some explosive combinations. It’ll be exciting to see how players adapt their strategies around it in Borderlands 4!
You’re right! The Kaoson’s unique perks can really enhance your playstyle. Additionally, its compatibility with certain character builds can maximize damage output even further, making it a versatile choice for various situations.
Absolutely! The Kaoson’s versatility makes it great for various builds, especially when paired with specific skill trees. It’s interesting how its return has sparked so many discussions about optimal loadouts in Borderlands 4.
I completely agree! The Kaoson really shines when combined with specific class mods that enhance its damage output. It’s exciting to see how it can adapt to different playstyles in Borderlands 4!