Published Apr 30, 2026, 12:01 AM EDT

How to increase your weapon level

Proficiency in Saros, explained

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Proficiency dictates the level of your weapons and power weapons in Saros .

Your success (and your life) is largely dependent on your proficiency level. However, the system can be a little confusing because it doesn't directly increase your damage, but rather increases the capability of your weapons.

Here's everything you need to know about proficiency in Saros .

Saros proficiency, explained

Your proficiency level can be found in the bottom left corner of your screen, and it determines the level of weapons found on your runs and the level of your starting weapon.…