I don't know about you, but I absolutely loathe fishing in Warframe. And mining? Don't even get me started. So when I discovered Requiem Obelisks in the Cambion Drift, I felt like I'd stumbled upon a secret cheat code. These ancient Orokin pylons let me farm rare Deimos resources without ever touching a fishing spear or mining laser. It's 2026, and Warframe still hasn't given me a better reason to visit the Cambion Drift. So here's my humorous, first-person guide to these wonderful, frustrating, and sometimes baffling obelisks.

What Are Requiem Obelisks?

Requiem Obelisks are ancient Orokin pylons scattered throughout the Cambion Drift. Activating one kicks off a challenge: you need to defeat nearby Infested under a specific condition. Do it right, and the obelisk spits out Cambion Drift resources. We're talking planetary materials, rare fishing parts, and mining gems. Basically, it's the lazy Tenno's way to skip all the tedious gathering. There are eight obelisk challenges in total, each marked by a Requiem symbol floating above the pylon. And yes, they're still relevant in 2026, especially if you're trying to build that new Incarnon adapter or whatever the meta demands now.

How To Activate Requiem Obelisks

Here's the catch: you can't just shoot the obelisk with your favorite Warframe. You need to damage its reactive crystal with an Operator's Amp. That's right, Void damage from your Warframe's abilities or weapons won't cut it. So dust off your Amp, kid. Once you hit it, the obelisk activates for 90 seconds, periodically spawning Infested around it.

But wait, there's more! To get loot, you must kill the Infested using either your Operator or a Necramech. Warframe abilities and weapons might kill them, but they won't drop extra resources. Trust me, I learned this the hard way after nuking a crowd with Saryn and getting nothing but disappointment. So build a decent Amp or bring your Necramech before you attempt these challenges.

Requiem Obelisk Spawn Locations

The Cambion Drift has 13 potential spawn locations for Requiem Obelisks, but only eight appear at a time, and their challenges are randomized. My advice? Use an Archwing to zip around the map and check each spot quickly. If you find an obelisk with a challenge you hate (looking at you, Netra), just fly back to the Necralisk and re-enter the Drift to reset the spawns. It's like rerolling your loot without spending platinum.

All Requiem Obelisk Challenges

Here's a handy table I wish I had when I started. Each Requiem symbol corresponds to a specific challenge.

Requiem Challenge Tips (From Someone Who's Suffered)

• Fass: Kill the enemies as soon as the confusion pulse hits. Easy enough, just don't blink.

• Jahu: Wait for the enemies to get pushed near the edge, then blast them with your Amp. AoE Amps are your best friend here.

• Khra: Kill them as soon as they're slowed. Bring Nidus or Khora to group them up like a sadistic shepherd.

• Lohk: Use unmodded weapons or just skip it. Honestly, who has time for this? Not me.

• Netra: Skip. Just skip. It's not worth your sanity.

• Ris: Kill them as soon as they're blinded. Again, grouping Warframes make this trivial.

• Vome: Use a Warframe or Focus school that groups enemies. Vauban, Nidus, Khora—take your pick.

• Xata: If it rolls Netra or Lohk, skip the obelisk entirely. RNG is a cruel mistress.

Final Thoughts

In 2026, with all the new content and power creep, Requiem Obelisks remain a solid way to farm Deimos resources without wanting to throw your controller at the screen. Sure, the challenges can be finicky, and yes, Netra is a waste of time. But when you see those rare gems and fish parts pop out, it's pure joy. So grab your Amp, hop on your Archwing, and go bully some Infested. Your future self, who doesn't have to fish, will thank you.

Now if you'll excuse me, I have a date with a Necramech and a pile of Requiem Obelisks. Happy hunting, Tenno! 🎮💎