Warframe

The Unveiling Story: Quests and Lore in Warframe

Beneath Warframe’s intense action and deep customization lies a rich, evolving story that unveils the true nature of the Tenno, the Origin System, and the factions that inhabit it. Engaging with the Quests is not just about unlocking new content; it’s about delving into the captivating lore that transforms your understanding of the universe and your place within it.

Unraveling the Mystery: Experiencing the Lore

The universe of Warframe is full of ancient secrets.

• Main Story Quests: Progress through a series of cinematic quests that slowly reveal the overarching narrative. These are often unlocked at specific Mastery Ranks or after completing certain Junctions.
  • “The Second Dream”: A pivotal quest that fundamentally changes your perception of the Tenno.
  • “The War Within”: Further explores the Tenno’s origins and abilities.
  • “Chains of Harrow,” “Apostasy Prologue,” “The Sacrifice,” etc.: Continue to expand on the main lore and introduce new gameplay mechanics.
• Side Quests: Many shorter quests introduce new Warframes, companions, or factions, providing additional lore snippets and rewards.
• Codex: Your in-game encyclopedia. Here you can re-read quest dialogue, view lore entries on enemies, Warframes, and items, and track your progress on various challenges.
• Fragment Scans: Use your Codex Scanner or Synthesis Scanner (from Cephalon Simaris) to scan unique Lore Fragments found in missions. These unlock deeper insights into the Origin System’s history and forgotten events.
• Environmental Storytelling: Pay attention to the details in the mission environments. The ruins, abandoned ships, and unique architecture often tell silent stories about the past.
• Character Interactions: The dialogue from various NPCs, like Ordis (your Orbiter’s Cephalon), Lotus, and different Syndicate leaders, provides continuous lore and context for your missions.

Warframe’s story is one of its most celebrated features. Take your time with the quests, delve into the Codex, and piece together the enigmatic history of the Tenno to truly appreciate the depth of this expansive universe.