Acquire the Ice Cube legendary and tally 1,000 freeze procs to unlock Frostwalker. It rewards constant motion—standing still means no trail and no safety. Pair it with a DPS weapon and think like a figure skater: draw patterns that herd enemies through overlapping frost fields.
- Trails linger for several seconds, creating long-lasting safe zones.
- Perfect for objective defense and kiting—they slow or freeze entire waves.
- Combines well with Flamewalker or other trail weapons for dual-element dominance.
Unlock 1,000 Ice Cube freezes + 2 Silver Stack Luck with Fox and open every chest to find Ice Cube faster.
Core scaling Duration → Size → Damage
Movement demand High Trails stop the moment you stand still.
Best pilots Noelle, Calcium, Fox
Frostwalker Rank Milestones
| Rank | Trail Length | Freeze Chance | Bonus |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-5 | 3 s | 20% | Base slow |
| 6-10 | 4.5 s | 30% | +10% width per rank |
| 11-15 | 6 s | 40% | Adds chip damage over time |
| 16+ | 7.5 s | 50% | Trails explode in frost on expiration |
- Duration is multiplicative with Duration Tome—max it to blanket the arena.
- Size dictates how forgiving your pathing can be. Wider trails mean less precise skating.
Core mechanic breakdown
Trail tessellation
Draw figure-eights and spirals to stack multiple layers of freeze coverage.
Objective lockdown
Circle objectives or chokepoints so enemies must cross the frost twice.
Elemental pairing
Combine with burn or lightning weapons so frozen enemies take bonus damage.
Mod priority and alternatives
Must-have mods
- Duration Tome rank 10 to keep trails active long after you pass.
- Size Tome rank 8 for wide safety corridors.
- Movement Speed Tome rank 8 to cover ground quickly.
Flexible picks
- Damage Tome once coverage is stable to increase kill speed.
- Cooldown Tome on builds mixing trail weapons for better overlap.
Situational tech
- Luck Tome when farming rare freeze relics such as Ice Cube and Cryo Crown.
- Health Tome for high-tier runs where chip damage slips through.
Recommended build patterns
Eternal Winter
Pure control build that keeps the map permanently frozen.
Core mods
- Duration Tome 10
- Size Tome 9
- Movement Speed Tome 8
Priority relics
- Cryo Crown
- Glacier Boots
- Anvil
- Refrigerant Core
Gameplay notes
- Circle the map edges to lay a continuous frozen perimeter.
- Refresh trails before they expire to maintain wall-to-wall ice.
- Let your secondary weapon deal damage while frost handles control.
Speed Demon Freeze
High-speed variant for players who love aggressive kiting.
Core mods
- Movement Speed Tome 10
- Duration Tome 8
- Damage Tome 7
Priority relics
- Turbo Boots
- Windrunner Cape
- Frost Nitro
- Speed Sigil
Gameplay notes
- Use dash or sprint relics to zigzag across the map instantaneously.
- Maintain awareness—moving too fast can leave gaps. Loop back often.
- Leverage speed to dodge boss telegraphs while trails keep mobs frozen.
Twin Trails
Hybrid Frostwalker + Flamewalker elemental combo.
Core mods
- Duration Tome 9
- Damage Tome 8
- Size Tome 8
Priority relics
- Elemental Resonator
- Blazing Chill
- Anvil
- Dual Core
Gameplay notes
- Alternate frost and fire paths to create dual-element gauntlets.
- Focus duration so both trails overlap for maximum DoT and CC.
- Call bosses into pre-laid trail fields to maintain uptime safely.
Synergy quick reference
Partner Synergy Usage tips Noelle Default pairing—her kit boosts freeze uptime and survivability. Use when you want a straightforward Frostwalker experience. Calcium Speed passive lets you cover huge areas quickly. Great for endless runs where mobility is king. Fox Luck assists with Ice Cube farming and rare freeze relic drops. Ideal for unlock-focused grinding sessions. Flamewalker Dual trails stack DoT and freeze for elite control. Consider if you already unlocked Flamewalker and enjoy trail gameplay.
Weapon matchup comparisons
Flamewalker
- Edge: Frostwalker locks enemies in place rather than purely damaging.
- Watch for: Flamewalker kills faster once damage scaling ramps.
- Best when: You prioritise survival and objective defense.
Aura
- Edge: Frostwalker lets you move freely and drag control zones anywhere.
- Watch for: Aura requires less input and keeps damaging when you stop.
- Best when: You enjoy active kiting and drawing patterns on the map.
Lightning Staff
- Edge: Frostwalker manipulates enemy movement with freeze effects.
- Watch for: Lightning Staff handles immediate clearing without pathing.
- Best when: You need CC first and can rely on a secondary for raw DPS.
Playstyle rhythm and details
Keep moving
- Never stand still—no movement means no trail coverage.
- Plan routes that give you escape paths if elites spawn nearby.
Layer trails
- Loop back over your path so trails stack for thicker freezes.
- Use figure-eight patterns on bosses to maintain overlapping damage.
Pair for damage
- Bring a burst weapon such as Sniper Rifle to exploit frozen targets.
- If burn weapons are equipped, keep enemies inside both elements.
Operational checklist
- Acquire the Ice Cube and tally 1,000 freezes before purchasing Frostwalker.
- Max Duration Tome to 10 to keep paths active.
- Maintain constant motion—no idle moments.
- Pair with damage secondaries for boss burn.
- Use trails to defend objectives and chokepoints every run.
FAQ quick answers
How do I get the Ice Cube faster?
Run Fox with Luck Tome, open every chest, and prioritise gold-tier chests. Legendary drops require persistence.
Why do enemies slip through my trails?
Your duration or size is too low. Prioritise those tomes before damage so trails fully cover choke points.
Can Frostwalker solo bosses?
Not efficiently. It excels at control. Bring a secondary damage weapon for boss phases.