Borderlands 4 Falke Review — Legendary SMG
| Rarity | Legendary |
|---|---|
| Type | SMG |
| Manufacturer | Ripper |
| Drop source | Mini-boss in the Nightmare Rift (Vault of the Damned DLC) |
Red Text
Let us become whole again.
This review was machine-translated from the Japanese original. Numbers are checked against the original; if the wording reads oddly, the Japanese version is authoritative.
When charged before firing, this Ripper-made SMG shoots three spiraling projectiles twisted from a single ammo. The bullets reverse rotation direction with each shot, and apply an elemental splash on hit. It is a DLC weapon that balances ammo efficiency and splash damage.
🧩 Red Text Origin “Let us become whole again.” is a reference to the line spoken by the character Falke from the horror game ‘SIGNALIS’. In SIGNALIS, Falke says to Elster “Both of us are incomplete, let us become whole again.” (SIGNALIS Wiki). The weapon name “Falke” and the red text both refer to the same character, making the reference clear.
What kind of SMG? (Beginner’s perspective)
- Ripper-made Legendary SMG. The Ripper trait adds a charge before full‑auto fire.
- After charging, 3 projectiles per 1 ammo are fired in a spiral (helical) trajectory = good ammo efficiency.
- The bullets reverse rotation direction with each shot, resulting in a unique spread.
- On hit, elemental splash (100%) is applied, synergizing with elemental builds.
- Story Pack “Mad Ellie” / Vault of the Damned series DLC weapon, requiring the respective DLC to obtain.
Unique Effect (Mechanics)
Resonance: After charging, 3 projectiles per 1 ammo are fired in a spiral trajectory (rotation reverses each shot). On hit, elemental splash 100%.
- In‑game: Resonance
- Web (Lootlemon): After charging, the Falke fires 3 Bullets for 1 Ammo in a spiral trajectory that alternates rotation each shot, dealing 100% [Element] Splash Gun Damage on impact.
- Ripper trait: a charge is applied before full‑auto fire (MentalMars)
- Buff history: +12.5% damage on 2026-05-07 (Lootlemon Changelog)
Drop & Farming
| Drop Source | Chance | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Nightmare Rift mini‑boss (Vault of the Damned DLC) | 9% | DLC‑exclusive drop. Big Encore 30% |
- Obtainable only from the Vault of the Damned DLC exclusive source / DLC world pool.
Build Compatibility
| Vault Hunter | Compatibility | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Rafa | ⭐⭐⭐ | leverages elemental splash |
| Vex | ⭐⭐⭐ | good synergy with fire rate and status effects |
| Amon | ⭐⭐⭐ | general use |
| C4SH | ⭐⭐⭐ | general use |
Summary
- Charge‑after 3 spiral projectiles + elemental splash characterizes this Ripper SMG
- 3 shots per 1 ammo = high ammo efficiency, fits elemental builds
- Obtained from Vault of the Damned DLC (Nightmare Rift mini‑boss) 9%
- Both the red text and weapon name reference Falke from SIGNALIS
Related
- References: Lootlemon - Falke / MentalMars - Falke
- Same Category (SMG): Aching Roil / Birt’s Bees / Broken Wings
- Same Manufacturer (Ripper): Jelly / AF1000
FAQ
What is Falke’s unique effect?
Resonance: After charging, a single ammo fires three projectiles in a spiral path (the rotation direction reverses with each shot). On hit it applies an elemental splash (100%).
Where can you obtain Falke?
It drops from the mini-boss in the Nightmare Rift (Vault of the Damned DLC). Drop rate is 9%.