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The Ancestor's Return is one of the Shredder Gauntlet Weapons in Horizon Forbidden West. Read on to find out how to get the weapon, how to use it in combat, how to upgrade it, the types of ammo it uses, and its stats, including damage, perks, and rarity.

How to Get the Ancestor's Return

Collect All 9 Ornaments and Give them to Stemmur

Stemmur HFW

During the Side Quest Night of Lights, you set out to obtain one of the Ornaments for Stemmur in Dunehollow. After the quest, you can give Stemmur the Ornaments you have already collected up to this point or collect any additinal Ornaments still scattered around the map.

After gathering and giving him all 9 ornaments, he will grant you access to a chest. Open the chest to collect the Legendary Shredder Gauntlet The Ancestor's Return and a variety of other rewards.

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Ancestor's Return Overview

Ancestor's Return Basic Information

Ancestor's Return Information
Horizon Forbidden West Ancestor
Description This elite weapon was claimed by the Tenakth from a group of outlands on the Long Coast. It requires finesse and accuracy to make the most of its incredible power.
Weapon Type Shredder Gauntlet
Rarity Legendary

Ancestor's Return Upgrade Costs

Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Metal Shards Metal Shards x1000
Level 4
Metal Shards Metal Shards x1200
Level 5
Metal Shards Metal Shards x1500

Ancestor's Return Coils

Total No. of Coils 5
Coil 1 Unlock Level Base Level
Coil 2 Unlock Level Base Level
Coil 3 Unlock Level Base Level
Coil 4 Unlock Level Level 4
Coil 5 Unlock Level Level 5

Ancestor's Return Perks

Perk Percentage Increase
Agility Damage +10% (Base), +25% (Lvl 1)
Draw Speed +25% (Base), +65% (Lvl 2)
Concentration Damage +10% (Lvl 2), +25% (Lvl 3)
Component Tear +10% (Lvl 3), +25% (Lvl 4)
Critical Hit Chance +5% (Lvl 4), +15% (Lvl 5)

Ancestor's Return Ammo and Damage

Ammo and Damage Type

Ammo Damage Type
Acid ShreddersAcid Shredders
Impact IconImpact Damage
Shock ShreddersShock Shredders
Impact IconImpact Damage
Tear ShreddersTear Shredders
Impact IconImpact Damage

Ammo Stat Upgrades

Base Level

Ammo Damage Tear/Buildup
Acid Shredders 59 65
Shock Shredders 59 66
Tear Shredders 27 163

Level 1

Ammo Damage Tear/Buildup
Acid Shredders 61 67
Shock Shredders 61 69
Tear Shredders 28 170

Level 2

Ammo Damage Tear/Buildup
Acid Shredders 64 71
Shock Shredders 64 73
Tear Shredders 29 179

Level 3

Ammo Damage Tear/Buildup
Acid Shredders 66 76
Shock Shredders 66 78
Tear Shredders 31 192

Level 4

Ammo Damage Tear/Buildup
Acid Shredders 72 81
Shock Shredders 72 83
Tear Shredders 33 205

Level 5

Ammo Damage Tear/Buildup
Acid Shredders 80 88
Shock Shredders 80 90
Tear Shredders 37 222

How to Use the Ancestor's Return

Throw and Catch the Shredder Repeatedly at Enemies

Shredder Gauntlets HFW

The Shredder Gauntlet is a unique type of weapon that uses Shredder ammo, which continuously slices into enemies for a short time before returning. As it returns, you can catch and release it again with increased damage, but it explodes after unleashing it for the fourth time.

This legendary weapon deals significantly more damage than most other Shredder Gauntlets in the game, and has several perks which grant many benefits in combat.

How to Use a Shredder Gauntlet
1 Hold L2 to aim, and press and hold R2 to charge the Shredder Gauntlet.
The more you charge it, the longer it will slice into enemies.
2 Release R2 to unleash the Shredder at an enemy.
3 When it hits an enemy, wait for a couple of seconds while it inflicts continuous damage.
4 When you see the Shredder return, head towards it and run into the Shredder to catch it.

Elemental Damage

Acid Damage HFW

This weapon can inflict both Acid damage and Shock damage on enemies. Elemental damage applies additional effects on their targets, such as dealing damage over time or making them more vulnerable to attacks. Certain types of elemental damage are also more effective against some enemies.

Tear Shredders

Tear HFW

Though Tear Shredders deal siginficantly less impact damage than most Shredder types, they have exceptionally high tear damage which can be used to tear off components from enemies.

You can upgrade the weapon to increase the chances of tearing off components with its perks.

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