In Dune: Awakening, vehicle construction is critical to navigating the vast deserts of Arrakis and asserting dominance across the sand-swept wastelands. One of the most important components in this process is the Assault Ornithopter Chassis Mk5—a foundational element that serves as the structural base for your aerial assault vehicle.

Whether you're preparing for air-based reconnaissance or seeking the upper hand in PvP encounters, unlocking and crafting the Assault Ornithopter Chassis Mk5 is a vital step in your progression. This guide will walk you through the entire process, from research requirements to component gathering and placement.

What is the Assault Ornithopter Chassis Mk5?

The Assault Ornithopter Chassis Mk5 is a Vehicle Component used in the construction of advanced Ornithopters in Dune: Awakening. As the primary framework of the aircraft, the chassis serves as the central base to which all other modules, including the cabin, engines, wings, and weapon systems, are connected.

This particular Mk5 version is part of a high-performance vehicle tier, tailored for combat and harsh desert flight conditions. Without it, crafting an Assault Ornithopter is impossible.

Step 1: Researching the Chassis Schematic

Before you can build the Assault Ornithopter Chassis Mk5, you'll first need to unlock its schematic.

Here's what you'll need to access the blueprint:

    Research Category: Vehicles > Duraluminum Products

    Intel Points Required: 45

    Total Intel Spent Requirement: 700

    Schematic Name: Assault Ornithopter Mk5 Assembly

    Research Kit: This schematic is part of the Research Kit: Assault Ornithopter Mk5 Assembly

Once you've gathered the required Intel and spent enough on prior vehicle research, the schematic becomes available. Be sure to have enough Intel Points on hand when you're ready to unlock it—Intel is one of the most valuable currencies in Dune: Awakening's progression system, so spend it wisely.

Step 2: Required Materials for Crafting

With the schematic unlocked, the next step is gathering the materials necessary to assemble the chassis.

Make sure you have the following Dune Awakening Items stored in your inventory or base storage:

    680x Water

    70x Duraluminum Ingot

    20x Advanced Servoks

    25x Cobalt Paste

    10x Carbide Scraps

Let's break down why each of these is critical:

    Water: Not just a survival resource, but also a key material in crafting and construction processes due to its importance in Arrakis's ecosystem.

    Duraluminum Ingot: A lightweight yet strong metal alloy that provides the structural integrity needed for airborne components.

    Advanced Servoks: These are mechanical actuators essential for the movement and control of flight-capable vehicles.

    Cobalt Paste: Acts as a binding and reactive material, likely used in conductive or control surfaces within the chassis frame.

    Carbide Scraps: Durable and heat-resistant, ideal for reinforcing portions of the chassis exposed to high stress or friction.

Once you have these, you're ready to proceed with construction.

Step 3: Crafting the Chassis

To actually craft and place the Assault Ornithopter Chassis Mk5, follow these steps:

    Equip a Construction Tool - This is mandatory for placing any vehicle components, especially chassis-level parts.

    Navigate to Your Construction Menu - Make sure you're within a build-eligible area (such as your base or an approved vehicle assembly zone).

    Select the Chassis Blueprint - Once selected, it will prompt a preview of the placement area.

    Confirm the Placement - Provided all materials are available and conditions are met, the game will begin the construction animation and finalize the chassis placement.

It's worth noting that you must use a Welding Torch to affix the chassis into its designated location properly. This step binds the component structurally and prepares it to receive other modules such as the cabin, wings, and weapons.

Step 4: What Comes Next?

After successfully placing the chassis, you've laid the groundwork for a fully operational Assault Ornithopter. Your next tasks will involve:

    Attaching the Cabin (e.g., Assault Ornithopter Cabin Mk5)

    Adding Engines, Wings, and Weapons

    Powering and Testing the Vehicle

Each component requires its own research and materials, but once completed, you'll have a formidable flying machine at your disposal—perfect for scouting, combat, or swift transportation across Arrakis.

Tips for Efficient Crafting

    Stockpile Materials in Advance: Duraluminum and Water are needed in high quantities across multiple vehicle builds. Keep reserves on hand.

    Coordinate with Your Guild: Intel is a shared bottleneck for advanced schematics. Pooling efforts can accelerate progress.

    Upgrade Your Base: A well-organized and spacious construction area can significantly reduce the time spent moving materials and assembling vehicles.

    Watch the Intel Threshold: You'll need to spend a cumulative total of 700 Intel Points in the Vehicles category to even access the schematic. Plan your progression tree accordingly.

Conclusion

Crafting the Assault Ornithopter Chassis Mk5 in Dune: Awakening is no small feat, but it's a milestone that opens the door to powerful air mobility and combat options. Enough Dune Awakening Solari can help you craft it quickly. By understanding the research path, gathering the right components, and properly using your construction tools, you'll be well on your way to dominating the skies of Arrakis.

MMOTG Dune Awakening Team