Melee
Garuda
A blood-powered melee frame that turns health into damage.
68 Warframes · updated October 17, 2026
- Health
- 270
- Shield
- 270
- Armor
- 315
- Energy
- 140
- Sprint speed
- 1
- Aura polarity
- Madurai
- Polarity slots
- Naramon, Vazarin
- Released
- 2018-11-08
- Market price
- 325 platinum
- Build cost
- 25,000 credits
- Build time
- 72 hours
Garuda overview
Death’s crimson maiden sharpens her talons. Garuda weaponizes the blood of her foes to deal high damage. Sanguine beauty complements her deadly power. A blood-powered melee frame that turns health into damage.
Abilities
- Dread Mirror: Rip the life force from an enemy and use it as a shield that captures damage, this kills significantly weakened enemies instantly. Charge to channel the captured damage into an explosive projectile.
- Blood Altar: Impale an enemy on an altar of talons and siphon health for Garuda and her allies.
- Bloodletting: Garuda sacrifices her health to generate energy and clear Status Effects.
- Seeking Talons: Charge to expand the targeting area, release to send Garuda's talons careening toward each target in area. Surviving enemies are prone to Slash Status.
Base stats
Values are at maximum rank (30).
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Health | 270 |
| Shield | 270 |
| Armor | 315 |
| Energy | 140 |
| Sprint speed | 1 |
| Aura polarity | Madurai |
| Polarity slots | Naramon, Vazarin |
| Released | 2018-11-08 |
| Market price | 325 platinum |
| Build cost | 25,000 credits |
| Build time | 72 hours |
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FAQ
When was Garuda released?
Garuda was added on 2018-11-08.
How much does Garuda cost in platinum?
The market price is 325 platinum. The frame can also be built from its blueprint and components.
Does Garuda have a Prime version?
Yes, Garuda Prime exists.
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