Two brothers. Two timelines. One body. 1What might have been becomes reality with Sirius & Orion, the duo Warframe. Arriving on June 17, 2026, with the Jade Shadows: Constellations update, Warframe’s 65th frame isn’t just one character — it’s two completely separate Warframes with distinct ability kits, individual mod loadouts, and a swap mechanic that makes Equinox look simple by comparison.3 The official description calls Sirius & Orion a duo Warframe where a constant struggle for control powers constellations of abilities. If you’re wondering how this madness actually works — here’s the complete breakdown of every ability, every synergy, and every mechanic you need to master.
Table of Contents
Sirius & Orion — Overview
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Frame Number | 65th Warframe |
| Type | Duo Warframe (two separate frames) |
| Update | Jade Shadows: Constellations |
| Release Date | June 17, 2026 |
| Platforms | PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, Mobile (simultaneous) |
| Price | Free (quest reward + farmable) |
| Lore | 3Two possible future versions of Stalker and Jade’s child |
| Sirius Identity | 3Takes more after Jade — support-focused |
| Orion Identity | 3Reflects more of Stalker’s relentless side — offense-focused |
| Comparison | 3Appear to work like a hybrid between Equinox and Excalibur Umbra, but with a more involved switching system |
How the Swap System Works — The Core Mechanic
This is the foundation of everything. 3The most important part is the ability to swap system. Sirius and Orion have two separate ability kits, and players can switch between them by holding an ability before casting it.
Frontman & Wingman Explained
5 One of the two Warframes appear as the frontman, based on the choice made in Jade Shadows. This can be freely altered after completion of Jade Shadows: Constellations.
| Role | What It Means |
|---|---|
| Frontman | The Warframe YOU control — full player input |
| Wingman | 5While not controlling the other Warframe, they become an Invulnerable AI-controlled wingman similar to a Specter with their own visible Health, Shield and Energy bars |
The wingman isn’t just standing around. 5The wingman attacks nearby enemies with his equipped weapon and frequently casts all his abilities except Celestial Clash.
How Swapping Actually Works
6 Holding down their ability input causes the wingman to kick aside the frontman, switches player control to the other Warframe, and casts their own version of the ability instead. For example, when controlling Sirius, his first ability will tap-cast Coronal Ejection, while hold-casting will switch to Orion and cast Gravitic Slash.
| Input | While Playing Sirius | While Playing Orion |
|---|---|---|
| Tap Ability 1 | Coronal Ejection (Sirius) | Gravitic Slash (Orion) |
| Hold Ability 1 | SWAP → Gravitic Slash (Orion) | SWAP → Coronal Ejection (Sirius) |
| Tap Ability 2 | Jade Stars (Sirius) | Astral Shell (Orion) |
| Hold Ability 2 | SWAP → Astral Shell (Orion) | SWAP → Jade Stars (Sirius) |
| Tap Ability 3 | Light’s Sanctuary (Sirius) | Event Horizon (Orion) |
| Hold Ability 3 | SWAP → Event Horizon (Orion) | SWAP → Light’s Sanctuary (Sirius) |
| Ability 4 | Celestial Clash (shared) | Celestial Clash (shared) |
Key Swap Rules
| Rule | Detail |
|---|---|
| 6Carriable objects (e.g. Mobile Defense datamass, Excavation power cells, Disruption keys) are not dropped when swapping | ✅ Safe to swap mid-objective |
| 5If the frontman enters Bleedout, both characters will be downed | ⚠️ Protect the frontman! |
| 5If Transference is used, the wingman will still remain active | ✅ Operator mode doesn’t disable wingman |
The Passive — Constellation Stars & Efficiency
8 Their Passive has switching provide the next two abilities with increased Ability Efficiency. This means swapping between Sirius and Orion isn’t just a playstyle choice — it’s an energy management tool.
The Constellation Star Gauge
6 When casting abilities, Sirius & Orion ignite Constellation Stars displayed above the ability icons. Casting a Sirius ability fills the gauge with a green star, while casting an Orion ability fills the gauge with a red star; only 2 of the same Stars can be created consecutively and up to 7 Stars can be created in total. Stars may be spent using Celestial Clash, where matching the ability inputs with the green or star results in more damage and higher Critical Chance.
| Star Color | Source | Max Consecutive | Max Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🟢 Green | Sirius abilities | 2 in a row | 7 total |
| 🔴 Red | Orion abilities | 2 in a row | 7 total |
The 2-consecutive limit forces you to swap regularly. You can’t just spam Sirius abilities three times in a row — the system literally demands you alternate between brothers to build the Constellation gauge efficiently.
All Sirius Abilities — The Jade Light Support
7 Sirius takes after Jade’s support. 3 Sirius brings more control and setup potential.
Ability 1: Coronal Ejection
5 Hurl Sirius’ Jade Light infused scythe, dealing Heat Damage while collecting any pickups in its path.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Ranged projectile (boomerang) |
| Damage | 5750 Heat damage with 100% Status Chance |
| Energy | 15 |
| Radius | 3 meters |
| Special | 7Throws an energy scythe forward that deals Heat damage and boomerangs back any pickups |
| Synergy | 5Hitting Event Horizon with Coronal Ejection causes it to be pulled toward Sirius |
| Hold | 5Swap to Orion and cast Gravitic Slash instead |
Ability 2: Jade Stars
5 Sirius conjures Jade Light motes that slowly regenerate over time. Attacking enemies launches the motes, dealing Heat Damage and Status Effect.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Orbiting motes + ranged projectiles |
| Damage | Heat |
| Energy | 550 energy to summon an array of Jade Light motes around himself and Orion for 20 seconds |
| Duration | 20 seconds |
| Mechanic | Motes launch when you attack enemies — auto-targeting |
| Hold | Swap to Orion and cast Astral Shell |
Ability 3: Light’s Sanctuary
10 Sirius creates a well of light that heals and revives allies, while reducing incoming damage. 10 The well slowly grows in size and power.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Area-of-effect support dome |
| Effects | 7Creates a dome with healing, Damage Reduction, and revives anyone that enters Bleedout with a cooldown |
| Scaling | Grows in size and power over time |
| Hold | Swap to Orion and cast Event Horizon |
All Orion Abilities — The Stalker’s Lethality
7 Orion walks in the footsteps of Stalker’s lethality. 3 Orion brings harder offensive pressure.
Ability 1: Gravitic Slash
7 Performs a powerful slice that deals Slash damage and strips enemy Armor and Shields.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Melee sweep |
| Damage | Slash |
| Special | 9A sweeping scythe attack that can significantly cut enemy armor |
| Utility | 9In Warframe, armor strips are always valuable, especially in higher-level content where enemy durability can quickly become a problem |
| Synergy | 10Hitting the black hole with Gravitic Slash will redirect it away from Orion |
| Hold | Swap to Sirius and cast Coronal Ejection |
Ability 2: Astral Shell
10 Envelop Orion in an Astral Shell. Upon taking damage the shell becomes a decoy that draws fire until it’s destroyed.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Defensive shield + decoy |
| Effects | 7Received damage creates a projection with heightened Threat Level |
| Mechanic | Absorbs initial damage → spawns aggro-drawing decoy |
| Hold | Swap to Sirius and cast Jade Stars |
Ability 3: Event Horizon
10 Orion forms a drifting black hole, trapping enemies within its gravity. Enemies killed within the black hole will empower it.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Mobile crowd control |
| Effects | 7Summons a mobile black hole that Ragdolls and pulls enemies toward it |
| Scaling | Kills inside empower it — grows stronger |
| Synergies | 10Hitting the black hole with Gravitic Slash will redirect it away from Orion, and hitting it with Coronal Ejection will pull it towards Sirius |
| Hold | Swap to Sirius and cast Light’s Sanctuary |
Ability 4: Celestial Clash — The Ultimate Rivalry
This is where both brothers converge for devastating damage. 10Sirius & Orion take to the skies in a cosmic duel. Each clash deals colossal collateral damage to enemies. Attacks will expend Constellation Stars — the Stars you earn from casting Abilities. Match the star’s color to the Warframe’s color to deal increased damage and bonus Critical Chance.
| Input | Action |
|---|---|
| 10Left-clicks are for Sirius attacks | Match with 🟢 green stars for bonus damage |
| 10Right-clicks are for Orion attacks | Match with 🔴 red stars for bonus damage |
How to Maximize Celestial Clash Damage
| Strategy | Why |
|---|---|
| Alternate Sirius and Orion casts before using Clash | Builds maximum 7 Stars with proper color distribution |
| Match star colors to attacks during Clash | Color-matched attacks deal increased damage + bonus Crit |
| Use after Event Horizon groups enemies | Clash hits all enemies in the black hole’s radius |
| Build 7 Stars before casting | More Stars = more attack waves = more total damage |
Complete Ability Reference Table
| Slot | Sirius (Tap) | Orion (Hold) | Synergy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ability 1 | 🟢 Coronal Ejection — Heat scythe boomerang | 🔴 Gravitic Slash — Slash sweep + armor strip | Coronal pulls Event Horizon; Gravitic redirects it |
| Ability 2 | 🟢 Jade Stars — Heat motes auto-target enemies | 🔴 Astral Shell — Damage-absorbing decoy | Shell draws fire while Stars deal damage |
| Ability 3 | 🟢 Light’s Sanctuary — Healing dome + revive | 🔴 Event Horizon — Black hole CC + scaling damage | Sanctuary heals; Event Horizon controls |
| Ability 4 | ⚡ Celestial Clash — Sirius (left-click) | ⚡ Celestial Clash — Orion (right-click) | Match star colors for maximum damage |
| Passive | Switching grants Ability Efficiency bonus | Constellation Stars gauge (max 7) | Forces strategic swapping |
Separate Customization — Double the Fashion Frame
6 Sirius & Orion utilizes separate Upgrade loadouts from each other, allowing the player to slot in a different Aura, Arcane Enhancements, and Mods for customization according to their own attributes.
| Customization Feature | Shared? | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Aura Mod | ❌ Separate | Each has their own Aura slot |
| Arcane Enhancements | ❌ Separate | Different Arcanes per frame |
| Standard Mods | ❌ Separate | Build each with different mod configs |
| Weapons | ✅ Shared | 6Primary, Secondary, and Melee Weapons and their Upgrades are shared between Sirius and Orion. When the frontman Warframe wields a primary, the wingman wields the secondary, and vice-versa. |
| Archon Shards | ✅ Shared | 6Archon Shard and Decrees are shared between Sirius and Orion |
| Forma | ❌ Separate | 6The wingman can receive Forma, Aura Forma, Umbra Forma, and Orokin Reactor |
| Helminth | ❌ Frontman only | 6Helminth abilities can only be subsumed on the default frontman |
| Appearance | ❌ Separate | Customize each frame’s look individually |
This means you’re essentially building TWO full Warframes in one frame slot. The mod investment is significant but the payoff is having a support build AND an offense build available at the tap of a button.
Suggested Build Strategies
Sirius-Focused Build (Support Carry)
| Focus | Mods | Playstyle |
|---|---|---|
| Range + Duration | Stretch, Overextended, Continuity | Massive Light’s Sanctuary dome for team healing |
| Efficiency | Streamline, Fleeting Expertise | Spam Jade Stars for sustained Heat DPS |
| Survivability | Vitality, Adaptation | Stay alive to keep healing allies |
Orion-Focused Build (Aggressive DPS)
| Focus | Mods | Playstyle |
|---|---|---|
| Strength + Range | Intensify, Transient Fortitude, Stretch | Maximize Gravitic Slash armor strip + Event Horizon pull |
| Duration | Continuity, Narrow Minded | Keep Event Horizon active longer |
| Crit Enhancement | Arcanes for Crit | Maximize Celestial Clash’s color-matched Crit bonus |
Hybrid Build (The Swapper)
| Focus | Strategy |
|---|---|
| Alternate Sirius and Orion every 2 casts | Abuse the Efficiency passive + build Stars fast |
| Use Sirius for healing phases | Light’s Sanctuary when team needs support |
| Swap to Orion for kill phases | Gravitic Slash → Event Horizon → Celestial Clash |
| Max Stars before every Celestial Clash | 7 Stars = maximum Clash damage output |
Sirius vs. Orion — Which Should Be Your Frontman?
3 They can also choose which one starts the mission.
| Frontman | Best For | Helminth Access |
|---|---|---|
| Sirius | Support mains, team players, defense missions | ✅ Can subsume Helminth ability |
| Orion | Solo players, DPS mains, offense-first playstyle | ✅ Can subsume Helminth ability |
Remember: 6Helminth abilities can only be subsumed on the default frontman. Choose your main based on which ability you want to replace via Helminth.
How to Get Sirius & Orion
3 Sirius & Orion will release with Warframe’s Jade Shadows: Constellations update on June 17. Digital Extremes has confirmed that the update is coming to all platforms. The update will be free. Players will be able to continue the Jade Shadows storyline, explore new post-quest content, earn rewards, and eventually farm parts for Sirius & Orion through the new gameplay loop tied to Uranus Proxima.
| Method | How |
|---|---|
| Quest Reward | Complete the Jade Shadows: Constellations quest |
| Farming | Farm component parts via Uranus Proxima missions |
| Platinum Purchase | Available in the Market (for those who prefer skipping the farm) |
| Prerequisite | Complete the original Jade Shadows quest first |
New Content Alongside Sirius & Orion
1 Completing the Jade Shadows: Constellations Quest will unlock a new region of the outer Origin System: the Uranus Proxima. Featuring our most accessible Railjack Missions to date, there’s no requirement to level up — or even own — a Railjack of your own to access them!
The Lore Behind the Names
7 In mythology, the duo was immortalized in the heavens as the constellation Orion, and the star Sirius, also known as the Dog Star, which is the brightest star in the night’s sky and part of the constellation Canis Major. The two are depicted in an eternal chase with the constellation of The Hare. These designations are still recognized by the International Astronomical Union.
The naming is deliberate — just as the real Sirius and Orion are locked in an eternal celestial dance, the two Warframes are locked in an eternal struggle for control within a single frame. The constant struggle for dominance IS the gameplay loop.
Sirius & Orion’s Historical Significance in Warframe
8 Sirius & Orion are the second Warframes after Sevagoth and Sevagoth’s Shadow that consists of two separately moddable Warframes with distinct abilities between them.
| Frame Milestone | Detail |
|---|---|
| 8Fourth Warframes after Protea, Dante, and Jade with a built-in universal Aura polarity | Flexible Aura modding |
| 8First confirmed Warframes to be created during the modern “Warframe Era” | Lore significance — not Orokin-made |
| 7Players compared Sirius & Orion to Equinox due to their similar form-switching playstyle | Community reception — familiar yet evolved |
| 65th Warframe | Growing roster continues |
Signature Weapons — Pride & Wrath
Sirius and Orion come with their own signature weapons that complement their respective playstyles:
| Weapon | Owner | Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Pride | Sirius | 3More focused on status chance — aligns with Heat damage kit |
| Wrath | Orion | 3Leans more into critical chance and critical damage — amplifies Slash + Crit build |
1 The mentors who have raised Sirius and Orion in their respective futures share a rivalry of their own. Where Ryoku drives home his pride at the tip of an assassin’s blade, Vena soaks in the endless acceptance of wrath. 1 While both are dangerous and not to be underestimated, earning their favor will allow you to hire them for your Railjack as crew members!
Pro Tips for Mastering Sirius & Orion
| Tip | Why It Matters |
|---|---|
| Swap every 2 casts | Maximizes Efficiency passive + builds Stars evenly |
| Don’t ignore the wingman AI | It casts abilities and attacks — position to benefit from its auto-play |
| Color-match Celestial Clash attacks | Green stars → left-click (Sirius); Red stars → right-click (Orion) = max damage |
| Build both frames differently | One for support, one for DPS — maximizes swap value |
| Use Coronal Ejection + Event Horizon combo | Scythe pulls the black hole toward you — groups enemies for Clash |
| Don’t Helminth carelessly | Only the frontman gets Helminth — choose wisely |
| Keep Light’s Sanctuary for emergencies | The auto-revive mechanic is a lifesaver in endgame content |
| Gravitic Slash before Event Horizon | Strip armor first, then group enemies in the black hole |
For a complete overview of Warframe’s frame roster and gameplay systems, visit the official Warframe Wikipedia page.
The Bottom Line
3 That makes them feel less like two separate releases and more like one complex Warframe built around switching, timing, and managing opposing playstyles. Sirius & Orion are Warframe’s most ambitious frame design to date — a true duo Warframe that rewards players who master the art of constant swapping, star management, and ability synergies.
Whether you lean into Sirius’s Jade Light support, Orion’s Stalker-inspired lethality, or the devastating Celestial Clash that brings both brothers together — this frame has something for every playstyle. The Jade Shadows: Constellations update drops June 17, and the Origin System will never be the same.
Two brothers. Two timelines. One constellation. The stars are waiting, Tenno. ⭐🔥
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FAQs
Q: How do Sirius and Orion’s abilities work in Warframe?
3 Sirius and Orion have two separate ability kits, and players can switch between them by holding an ability before casting it. 6 Holding down their ability input causes the wingman to kick aside the frontman, switches player control to the other Warframe, and casts their own version of the ability instead. Sirius focuses on Heat damage and team support, while Orion specializes in Slash damage and crowd control.
