Intro to Legendary Loot Hunting in Borderlands 4
Borderlands 4 is shaping up to be a game-changer in the looter-shooter space, and thanks to early access provided by 2K, we got hands-on with some intense gameplay. What made the experience even better was snagging one of the first legendary weapon drops outside the dev team — the “EZ Blast Husky” shotgun. This article covers our full boss fight experience, legendary loot drop, and gameplay insights featuring Rafa, one of the new vault hunters.
Meet Rafa: The Cyber Ninja Vault Hunter
Rafa brings a fresh twist to the roster of Vault Hunters in Borderlands 4. He’s a cyber-enhanced ninja who uses a mix of blades and high-tech gear to slice through enemies. His grenade slot, for instance, can be loaded with throwing knives — and yes, they do serious damage. If you enjoy agile, close-combat characters, Rafa’s your guy.
What Makes Legendary Drops Exciting Again
Borderlands 3 had a flood of legendaries, but they didn’t always feel special. Borderlands 4 changes the game by making legendaries rarer and significantly more impactful. This shift brings back the excitement of actually earning a unique drop, making each legendary feel like an event rather than just another weapon.
Targeting the Legendary: Primordial Guardian Inceptus
Our legendary journey led us to one of the early boss encounters — Primordial Guardian Inceptus. This towering creature is a blend of scorpion and plant, and it’s no joke. With dynamic movement and aggressive patterns, it forced us to rethink standard strategies. It wasn’t just a shoot-and-hide encounter — you had to read its phases and stay mobile.
Unveiling the ‘EZ Blast Husky’ Shotgun
After multiple boss runs, the double cream “EZ Blast Husky” finally dropped. This TDOR-manufactured shotgun lives up to the brand’s gimmicks — instead of just being tossed like a grenade, it transforms into a turret. But this isn’t a small sidearm turret. It morphs into a rocket launcher turret that sticks around and lays down serious damage for crowd control.
How TDOR's Identity Evolved in Borderlands 4
TDOR weapons are famous for their quirky reload effects, and Borderlands 4 doubles down on that idea. Instead of just throwing your weapon to get a fun outcome, each gun now has the potential to become something even more deadly. The EZ Blast Husky’s ability to transform into a persistent rocket turret is a massive evolution over past mechanics.
Weapon Randomization Gets a Massive Upgrade
Borderlands’ signature weapon system — where each gun is built from randomized parts — returns with more depth. A new “weapon licensing” system now allows weapons to combine components from different manufacturers. This drastically increases the variety of builds. In our case, we found two more EZ Blast Huskys, each with different perks due to parts from Jakobs and other brands.
The Power of Hybrid Weapon Mods
Some of the alternate variants came with a Jakobs-licensed ricochet effect on critical hits and an MIRV homing grenade mod. This combo allowed projectiles to track enemies and explode on contact, creating tactical advantages during high-mobility fights. Each variation brings a completely different experience, even when using the same base weapon.
Boss Fights Feel More Tactical Than Ever
Boss encounters in Borderlands 4 have stepped up. They’re no longer stationary damage sponges. The Primordial Guardian had multiple phases, telegraphed attacks, and adaptive behavior. You need to glide, grapple, and dodge to stay in the fight. Weak spots appear only under specific conditions, which pushes players to be more aware and reactive.
New Farming System: Reset Without Reloading Saves
Borderlands 4 introduces a major quality-of-life feature for farming: boss resets are now built into the game. Using Moxxi’s Big Encore, you can pay a small in-game toll to instantly restart a boss fight — no save file resets or manual reloading. This dramatically cuts down on downtime and lets players focus on the actual grind for legendary loot.
Why Borderlands 4 Feels Fresh and Rewarding
After several hours of boss runs, loot grinding, and testing new weapon variants, one thing is clear — Borderlands 4 isn't just more of the same. The tweaks to legendary drop rates, improved boss design, and a completely revamped weapon system bring real depth and replayability. Whether you're into min-maxing builds or just want to experience chaotic fights with friends, there's something new to look forward to.
And while we’ve only scratched the surface with Rafa and the EZ Blast Husky, it’s clear that this game has plenty more surprises in store. The mix of mobility tools and strategic boss design makes every fight feel earned. This is shaping up to be a must-play for fans and newcomers alike.
FAQs
Q: What is the EZ Blast Husky in Borderlands 4?
A: It’s a legendary TDOR shotgun that transforms into a rocket launcher turret on reload, offering solid damage and area control.
Q: How do boss resets work in Borderlands 4?
A: Players can use Moxxi’s Big Encore to restart boss fights by paying an in-game toll, removing the need for save file tricks.
Q: Who is Rafa in Borderlands 4?
A: Rafa is a new vault hunter styled as a cyber ninja, equipped with throwing knives and abilities that focus on speed and melee damage.
Q: What’s different about weapon randomization in Borderlands 4?
A: A new licensing system allows parts from multiple manufacturers, leading to more creative and varied weapon builds.
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