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"This devastating Tenakth weapon is ideal for hitting targets at long range (30m or more) with its Drill and Advanced Explosive Spikes. Can be upgraded to increase Critical Hit damage."
―Inventory description

The Vindicator Spike Thrower is a very rare weapon in Horizon Forbidden West. It serves as a version of the Spike Thrower.

By default, it deals 15% more damage against enemies at 30 meters or beyond.

It can be upgraded up to five times.

Acquisition[]

This weapon is obtained by completing the Reinforced Components contract from Salvage Contractor: The Raintrace.

Ammo[]

Drill Spike Drill Spike Advanced Explosive Spike Advanced Explosive Spike icon Fire Spike Fire Spike
Damage Damage-Icon Tear Tear-Icon Damage Damage-Icon Explosive Damage Explosive-Icon Fire Damage Fire-Icon Buildup Fire-Icon
Base 90 149 58 202 126 74
Level 1 100 158 64 223 139 79
Level 2 109 164 70 244 153 83
Level 3 119 178 76 268 167 89
Level 4 133 191 85 298 186 95
Level 5 152 205 97 339 212 102

Upgrade costs[]

Upgrade Cost Unlocks
Level 1
  • MetalShardsTransparent 127
  • 4 Braided Wire
  • 1 Medium Machine Core
  • 4 Small Machine Core
  • Increased damage/tear/buildup
  • Perk: Overdraw Damage +15%
Level 2
  • Increased damage/tear/buildup
  • Second coil unlocked
Level 3
  • Increased damage/tear/buildup
  • Perk: Critical Hit Damage +15%
Level 4
  • Increased damage/tear/buildup
  • Perk: Long Range Damage +40%
Level 5
  • Increased damage/tear/buildup
  • Third coil unlocked
  • Perk: Critical Hit Damage +40%

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