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Sylestro is a respawnable mini-boss encountered in Borderlands 3. He is a badass-class Radiation Heavy found in a remote part of Tazendeer Ruins on Nekrotafeyo.

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What is the unique feature of Sylestro compared to other Badass Heavies in Borderlands 3? toggle section
Distinct from other Badass Heavies in Borderlands 3, Sylestro, a Badass-class Radiation Heavy, is identified by his large spiked fists. He is located in Tazendeer Ruins on Nekrotafeyo, where he and his partner Atomic present Zer0's Target of Opportunity challenge.
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What legendary items does Sylestro have an increased chance to drop? toggle section
The character Sylestro in Borderlands 3 has a higher probability to drop legendary items such as the Pestilence pistol and the Red Suit shield. Additionally, in Mayhem Mode 4, there's a chance for Sylestro to drop the Spiritual Driver, a legendary Amara class mod.
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Where can Sylestro be found in the game Borderlands 3? toggle section
In Borderlands 3, Sylestro is a respawnable mini-boss located in the remote Tazendeer Ruins on Nekrotafeyo. He, along with his partner Atomic, are targets in Zer0's Target of Opportunity challenge.
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Who is Sylestro's partner in the Target of Opportunity challenge? toggle section
In the Target of Opportunity challenge, Sylestro is partnered with Atomic. Their defeat is required for the challenge, situated in the secluded Tazendeer Ruins on Nekrotafeyo.
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Involvement

Sylestro and his partner Atomic need to be defeated for Zer0's Target of Opportunity challenge.

Appearances

Strategy

Main article: Target of Opportunity (Tazendeer Ruins)

Notes

  • Unlike generic Badass Heavies, Sylestro has a large spiked fist on each hand.
  • Sylestro has an increased chance to drop the legendary pistol Pestilence and legendary Red Suit shield.
  • On Mayhem Mode 4, Sylestro has a chance to drop the legendary Amara class mod Spiritual Driver.