Shellburster

Shellburster is a unique Tier 6 scattergun in Dune Awakening, belonging to the Weapons - Scatterguns category. This unique scattergun was used during the Battle of Arrakeen. When Harkonnen troops charged the front gates of the palace, they were dismayed to find the shields still functional, despite being assured otherwise. A group of Atreides gunners used shellburst scatterguns to spread fire and chaos among the Harkonnen ranks, breaking them.

Game Characteristics

Shellburster offers excellent scattergun performance optimized for rapid devastation and close combat:

Specialized Properties

• Damage Type: Light Dart - Rapid devastating damage
• Fire Mode: Semi-Automatic - Rapid follow-up fire
• Damage Per Shot: 446.3 - High damage per shot
• Shield Damage: 52.6 - Effective shield damage
• Rate of Fire: 76 RPM - Solid firing rate
• Clip Size: 36 - Large capacity
• Reload Speed: 1.64 seconds - Very fast reload
• Effective Range: 8 meters - Close range
• Accuracy: 0.4 - Low accuracy for spread
• Stability: 2.4 - Low stability requiring control

Crafting System

Manufacturing Shellburster requires an Advanced Weapons Fabricator and the following materials:

• Plastanium Ingot (45x)
• Mechanical Parts (16x)
• Silicone Block (31x)
• Plasteel Composite Gun Parts (16x)
• Fluted Light Caliber Compressor (6x)
• Spice Melange (62x)
• Spice-infused Plastanium Dust (10x)
• Water (530x)

Total crafting time is 15 seconds and requires a unique schematic to unlock the recipe.

Schematic Acquisition

Shellburster schematic can be obtained through several methods:

Deep Desert Drop

This unique Tier 6 weapon belongs to items available in the Deep Desert but is not part of the current rotation. Most of these historical combat weapons appear only during specific weeks.

Landsraad Weapons Vendor

The schematic is not currently available from Landsraad Weapons Vendor, but may appear in future rotations. We recommend regularly checking the inventory for specialized combat weapons.

Landsraad Alternative

Besides the schematic, you can obtain Shellburster directly as a reward from Landsraad House when reaching a specific milestone in personal contribution. This path can often be the most efficient for acquiring this historical Atreides tool.

Sale Options

You can sell Shellburster to two merchants:

• Trai Axari - 13,000 Solaris
• Ormuna Laaks - 6,500 Solaris

Prices reflect its historical significance and combat capabilities from the Battle of Arrakeen.

Atreides Combat Technology

Shellburst Ammunition and Chaos Spreading

Shellburst System

Shellburster represents Atreides defensive technology from the Battle of Arrakeen:

Chaos Spreading Mechanics:

• Shellburst rounds spread fire and chaos among enemies
• Effective against groups of enemy units
• Rapid devastating salvos for breaking assault formations
• Historically proven design from palace defense

Tactical Combat Applications:

• High damage (446.3) for rapid eliminations
• Large magazine (36) for extended combat
• Fast reload (1.64s) for continuous pressure
• Effective shield damage (52.6) against protected targets

Light Dart System

Light Dart system provides:

• High devastating damage (446.3 per shot)
• Fast ammunition for rapid fire
• Effective chaos spreading
• Reliable combat potential

Scattergun Performance Analysis

High-Damage Rapid Combat Platform

Atreides Combat Superiority

Shellburster excels as a rapid devastating scattergun:

Advantages:

• 446.3 damage per shot - strong elimination power
• 76 RPM firing rate - solid devastation
• 36-round magazine - long firing capacity
• 1.64s reload - fastest in category
• Shellburst technology - chaos spreading mechanics

Tactical Considerations:

• 8-meter range - limited to close combat
• 0.4 accuracy - requires close positions
• 2.4 stability - requires experienced handling
• Historical design - combat proven

Combat Excellence

Optimized for rapid defensive operations:

• Close combat specialization
• Rapid eliminations of enemy groups
• Defensive positions like Battle of Arrakeen
• Atreides tactical attacks

Material Requirements

Shellburster uses standard components with emphasis on rapid devastation:

• Plasteel Composite Gun Parts (16x) - advanced Atreides construction
• Fluted Light Caliber Compressor (6x) - specialized shellburst technology
• Mechanical Parts (16x) - precision rapid-fire mechanisms
• Quality materials for reliable combat function

Deep Desert Drop

This unique historical combat weapon of Tier 6 belongs to items available in the Deep Desert but is not part of the current rotation. Most of these legendary Atreides designs appear only during specific weeks.

FAQ

Q: What does "shellburst" technology mean?
A: Shellburst rounds spread fire and chaos among enemies, similar to during the Battle of Arrakeen. It's an Atreides tactic for breaking enemy formations.

Q: Why does it have such fast reload (1.64s)?
A: Fast reload reflects combat requirements from Battle of Arrakeen, where Atreides gunners needed continuous firepower against Harkonnen attackers.

Q: Which merchant offers better price?
A: Trai Axari offers 13,000 Solaris vs Ormuna Laaks with 6,500 Solaris. Trai Axari provides double value for this historical weapon.

Q: How to get Shellburster through Landsraad system?
A: You can obtain it as a reward from Landsraad House when reaching a specific milestone in personal contribution. This path is often most efficient.

Q: Is it suitable for beginners?
A: Partially - fast reload and large magazine are beginner-friendly, but limited range (8m) requires tactical skills.

Q: How does it compare to other rapid-fire scatterguns?
A: Has fastest reload (1.64s) and large magazine (36), but medium damage (446.3). It's optimized for sustained fire rather than burst damage.