You can raise your Javelin rarity level in Anthem, but the game doesn’t really explain what the point is. It’s likely you’ve watched that little power level number in the upper right-hand corner slowly tick up as you’ve played through the game, but never really figured out why. What’s the difference between a common, uncommon, rare, epic, masterwork, and legendary rarity Javelin anyway? Read on to find out how to raise your Javelin rarity in Anthem and what it means in the first place.
What does your Javelin rarity mean in Anthem?
A lot of people have compared Anthem to Destiny, and while there’s plenty of differences between the two, Javelin rarity is another area where they intersect. In Destiny, you get a number that indicates your overall power level, which helps you to easily keep track of the cumulative benefits all your equipped items bestow. The Javelin rarity stat serves much the same purpose.
The more powerful and higher level weapons and support items you equip, the higher your Javelin rarity will be in Anthem. Strangely, though, unlike Destiny, which often references your power level as a way to let you know if you’re ready for specific higher difficulty content, Anthem doesn’t. I don’t recall the game once referring to Javelin rarity, though I may have overlooked it.
What this means is that Javelin rarity in Anthem is basically just a way for you personally to get an indicator of where you stand. However, without any reference in-game it’s hard to know the benefits of having an epic or legendary Javelin over an uncommon or rare. Just view them as ranks. The higher your Javelin rarity and level, the more powerful you are.
How to increase Javelin Power Level in Anthem
Increasing your Javelin rarity in Anthem is as easy as equipping better items. The higher an item’s power level is, the higher your rarity will become.
There are four levels of Javelin rarity we’ve confirmed at this time:
- Common
- Uncommon
- Rare
- Epic
It’s presumed that there’s also a Legendary and possibly Masterwork Javelin rarity level as well, but they may not yet be attainable.
However, an item’s rarity doesn’t actually factor into your Javelin’s power stat. Only the level of the item adds to it. In essence, your Javelin’s rarity is merely the sum of the power levels of all your equipped parts.
Again, Anthem Javelin rarity is more of an FYI thing. It’s likely at some point it may be used to recommend content, but for now, it’s just a fun stat that shows how powerful you’ve grown.
Anthem's Javelins
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Everything You Need to Know About Anthem's Javelins
So, you're diving into Anthem? Not sure which of the mech suits to climb into first? We've taken them all for a test flight, cooled off under the waterfall, and returned with the lowdown on all four. Here's everything you need to know about Anthem's Javelins. -
Ranger
No matter your preference, you'll be starting your Anthem run in a Ranger. Described as the all around jack of all trades, the Ranger can slot into any situation and round out any team. Rangers can dash across short distances and strike foes with a devastating Shock Mace. -
Lock and Load
As for gear, a Ranger can pack grenades or cannon blasts. These range from elemental bombs to heat-seeking missiles. Rangers can support their team with a bubble shield that protects from foes or enhances damage. Finally, the Ranger's ultimate is a volley of missiles that can hit dozens of enemies at once. -
Colossus
For a mech game, Anthem sure does have some agile suits. If you want a more traditional giant robot experience, may we suggest the Colossus? The biggest of the four Javelins, the Colossus is a tank that blasts into battle with a mounted flamethrower and several ordinances. -
Prepare for Titanfall
The Colossus is all about busting things up. Whether that's with various mortars, a literal firewall or a burst of lightning, you'll be charging through foes and making a lot of noise. There's also a Railgun and a Flak Cannon to strap on if you want to get even more up close and personal. -
Interceptor
You want fast? Pick the Interceptor. With an innate triple jump and three dashes, you'll be moving all around the battlefield as you pepper opponents with shots. Mark enemies with your Target Beacon to single them out and boost damage across your team. Or, just focus in yourself with this mech's range of different systems. -
The Need for Speed
Interceptor players shine in the melee arena. Among their options are an electrifying dash attack, several different elemental ninja stars, and poisonous options for decaying large groups of foes. You can also do the Naruto thing and create duplicates to confuse your opponents before hitting your final strike. -
Storm
Of all the Javelins in Anthem, the Storm is the most unique. It's not every day that your robot suit is slinging magic spells like some kind of wizard from the moon. Storms can hover in mid-air away from danger and pepper the field with damage. -
Bringing the Thunder
You've got everything you'd expect from an elemental warrior. Ice beams, lightning bolts, frost shards, and fireballs, all at your fingertips. When you charge your ultimate, you can combine all the elements into a torrent of energy that can wipe out a whole squadron. -
What's Next for Javelins?
Storm, Colossus, Ranger, and Interceptor. These are the four Javelins that Freelancers can pilot in their Anthem adventures. Will we see more variety in future Javelin designs? New abilities for existing warriors? New chances for combo attacks? Only time and BioWare's roadmap can say for sure.
