What to know
- Tipping Point is Order Bunker #2 in The Fadefields, located in Idolator’s Noose.
- You need to progress to at least Main Mission 5: One Fell Swoop before Order Bunkers become available.
- To open the sealed door of the Tipping Point bunker, you must use a Locust Canister (a corrosive bomb-type item) to remove the armor plating.
- After getting inside, you’ll fight through enemies and face the boss Mimicron, who drops legendary loot.
If you’re exploring the Fadefields in Borderlands 4, you’ll eventually come across the Tipping Point bunker in Idolator’s Noose. Like other Order Bunkers, it’s a high-risk, high-reward challenge that requires a special item to access and pits you against a powerful boss with valuable loot. Knowing how to reach it, unlock its sealed doors, and prepare for the fight inside can make the difference between success and a frustrating wipe.
Tipping Point Bunker location: How to reach it in Idolator’s Noose
- Make sure you’ve completed Main Mission 5: One Fell Swoop — this unlocks access to Order Bunkers.
- Go to the Fadefields region, specifically to the area called Idolator’s Noose.
- Find the marked location for “Tipping Point — Order Bunker #2” in that region. It’s visible on the map once Order Bunkers are accessible.
How to open the Tipping Point bunker door
Located the Tipping point door? Now, let's head inside:
Step 1:
Locate a Locust Canister dispenser near the bunker. This is used to get the device needed to open the door.
Step 2:
With the Locust Canister in hand, approach the sealed bunker door.
Step 3:
Throw the Locust Canister at the door to destroy or remove the armor plating shielding the mechanism. This clears the way for entry.
What to expect inside Tipping Point
| Element | Description |
|---|---|
| Boss | Mimicron |
| Rewards | Legendary loot tied to defeating Mimicron inside the bunker |
| Difficulty / Requirements | Must have reached sufficient story progress; enemies scale to your level once accessible. You’ll also need corrosive gear (Locust Canister) to access. |
Taking down Mimicron with smart phases
Mimicron, a melee bot, cloaks and summons mimics to swarm you. Strip shields with Shock, then melt armor with Corrosive. Its cocoon phase is now less punishing—recharge specials during it. In UVH, farm for rank-ups with repeat runs.
| Phase | Health Type | Gear Tip | Dodge Cue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phase 1 | Shields | Shock (Tediore zapper) | Limb glows—sidestep charge |
| Phase 2 | Armor | Corrosive (Maliwan corroder) | Summon audio—use AOE nuke |
| Phase 3 | Shields | Shock; grenades for burst | Invis hum—grapple to ledges |
Scoring and farming Tipping Point's treasures
Mimicron drops 40 SDU Tokens first go, plus legendaries like the Luty (high fire-rate pistol) and Defibrillator (revives allies on kill). Reload the bunker for farming—drop rates got a boost in the latest hotfix.
Maximizing Tipping Point in Ultimate Vault Hunter mode (UVHM)
In UVHM, Tipping Point scales up for ranks 1-5, with Mimicron kills pushing you toward Rank 4. Tougher foes mean better loot, like enhanced class mods. Memorize paths and boss patterns for sub-10-minute clears, especially in co-op with elemental builds.
Tipping Point Bunker: Ease your way inside
- Bring corrosive weapons or gear to handle any enemies weak to corrosive inside.
- Ensure your level is high enough — Order Bunker bosses' scale, so facing Mimicron unprepared can be tough.
- Use cover and sharpshooting where possible (bunker interiors often have complex layouts).
- After defeating Mimicron, clear any leftover enemies for loot and explore crates or side paths.
You’ve cracked Tipping Point’s puzzles, smoked Mimicron, and bagged sweet loot. Keep hitting those UVH ranks and tearing through Kairos—this bunker’s a gem for light, rewarding runs.
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