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Sinister Trigger

Exotic ranged gun class — the rarest spin prize, still top-tier after its Update 1.5 mastery nerf.

ExoticCommunity verifiedLast verified September 16, 2026
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Overview

Sinister Trigger is the premier ranged Exotic. Its mastery passive was nerfed in Update 1.5 (190% → 120%, skill-hits only) but community lists still place it at S.

Quick facts

Rarity
Exotic
Damage type
Ranged
Obtain method
Class spins — Exotic rarity (0.05% per spin; Update 1.5 added a 500-spin Exotic pity counter).
Primary stat
Dexterity
Introduced in
Base roster
Current game version
Update 1.5

Recommended builds

Editorial recommendations based on community-verified class data.

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Recommended stats

  1. Dexterity

    Primary archetype stat

Recommended aspects

No aspect recommendation is verified for this class yet.

Strengths & weaknesses

Strengths

  • Ranged safety with strong DPS
  • Top-3 DPS rating on Destructoid's list

Weaknesses

  • Mastery passive nerfed in Update 1.5
  • 0.05% spin odds without pity

Where it works best

Editorial suitability from community tier consensus (0–10). Omitted fields lack reliable data.

ModeRatingBar
Boss RushGood(8.5/10)
Challenge DungeonNot enough verified data—
General dungeonsGood(8.5/10)
FarmingNot enough verified data—

How to obtain

Class spins — Exotic rarity (0.05% per spin; Update 1.5 added a 500-spin Exotic pity counter).

Progression & usage tips

  • Allocate all stat points into Dexterity — see the stats guide.
  • Class levels are per-class: mastery breakpoints add skill damage, a stat bonus and cooldown reduction.
  • Test the setup in your target mode before investing forge materials.

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Spin odds, lane drops, quest chains, bundles and event shops.

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