The Division 2 / Exotic Shotgun
How to Get Scorpio in Division 2 [2026]
The Scorpio is one of the most versatile exotic shotguns in The Division 2, delivering escalating status effects that cripple enemies. Unofficial fan guide by Raigulus.
Scorpio at a Glance
| Type | Exotic Shotgun |
|---|---|
| Talent | Septic Shock |
| Source | Targeted Loot (Shotgun), Exotic Caches |
How to Unlock It
The Scorpio has no quest chain, it drops as a random exotic from any enemy or cache when Shotguns are the targeted loot category. Farm shotgun targeted loot zones on Heroic or Legendary difficulty for the best drop rates. Exotic Caches from weekly projects and season rewards also have a chance to contain Scorpio. Consistent farming is the key to obtaining this weapon.
Septic Shock, Explained
Rapid hits stack status effects that open with poison and end in raw damage, a close-range legend since Season 4.
Build Tips
Scorpio shines in crowd control and status effect builds. Pair it with Eclipse Protocol for spreading status effects across groups, or use it with the Firewall specialization for close-range survivability. The Scorpio is also a strong pick for group play where your CC contributions amplify your team's damage output. For full setups see tested Division 2 builds.
FAQ
- How does Septic Shock work?
- Fast follow-up shots stack escalating status effects, starting with poison.
- Where does Scorpio drop?
- The Season 4 shotgun is available from targeted shotgun loot and exotic caches.
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