The Gatling Plasma is a powerful heavy gun in Fallout 76, offering versatility and high damage output. To maximize its potential, players need to acquire various mods that enhance its performance. Here's a comprehensive guide on where to find these mods and plans.
Prerequisites
Before you can start collecting mods for the Gatling Plasma, you need to obtain the Plan: Gatling Plasma. This plan can be reliably purchased from the MODUS - Armory Terminal. Additionally, it may drop from World Containers, Crowned Creatures, and Treasure Maps, though these methods are less reliable.
Gatling Plasma Mods and Plans
Here are the mods available for the Gatling Plasma, along with their locations:
Mods Obtainable Through Scraping
Beam Focuser (Focused): +20% Hip-Fire Accuracy, -15% Recoil. Obtained by scrapping a Gatling Plasma.
Beam Splitter (Scattered): -100% Sighted Accuracy, +400% Projectiles. Obtained by scrapping a Gatling Plasma.
Flamer Nozzle: Adds flame damage. Obtained by scrapping a Gatling Plasma.
Mods Obtainable Through Drops and Events
Calibrated Capacitor: Superior critical shot damage. Found in Nuke Card Cargobot Crates, Government Supply Crates, and the Event: Collision Course.
Gamma Wave Emitter: Adds burning damage. Similar drop rates as the Calibrated Capacitor.
Stinging Core Receptacle: Improved armor penetration and ammo capacity. Same drop locations as above.
Swift Core Receptacle: Improved reload speed and ammo capacity. Also found in the same locations.
Prime Receiver: +65% Damage to Scorched, uses Ultracite ammo. Drops from Government Supply Crates and Event: Collision Course.
In Fallout 76, maximizing your Gatling Plasma's potential doesn't just depend on acquiring mods; it also requires managing your Fallout 76 caps effectively. As you explore the extensive vendor network, you'll need enough caps to purchase crucial mods like the Gatling Plasma Rifled Barrel and the Gatling Plasma Swift Core Receptacle from vendors such as Brotherhood, Free States, and Raider Vendor Bots. By efficiently using your caps, you can enhance your Gatling Plasma's performance and take on even the toughest challenges Appalachia has to offer.
Mods Available from Vendors
Gatling Plasma Rifled Barrel
Gatling Plasma Beam Focuser
Gatling Plasma Beam Splitter
Gatling Plasma Swift Core Receptacle
Gatling Plasma Large Core Receptacle
Gatling Plasma Gamma Wave Emitter
Gatling Plasma Flamer Nozzle
Gatling Plasma Accelerated Nozzle
Gatling Plasma Calibrated Capacitor
Gatling Plasma Stinging Core Receptacle
These mods can be found randomly at vendors like Brotherhood Vendor Bots, Free States Vendor Bots, Raider Vendor Bots, and others.
Additional Tips
Blood Eagle Camps: There have been reports of Gatling Plasmas dropping in Blood Eagle camps, particularly in the Ash Heap and Savage Divide regions.
Whitespring Bunker: Some weapon plans are available here after progressing through the main story questline.
Acquiring mods for the Gatling Plasma in Fallout 76 requires a combination of scrapping, event participation, and vendor exploration. With persistence and the right strategies, you can unlock the full potential of this powerful weapon.