Cyberpunk 2077: Where to Find the Legendary Monowire

Acquiring the Legendary Monowire

As of Cyberpunk 2077 Patch 1.1 and later, the Legendary Monowire can primarily be purchased from a specific Ripperdoc located in Wellsprings, Heywood. This Ripperdoc, found at the western end of Wellsprings, sells the Tier 5 (Legendary) version of the Monowire for 55,450 Eurodollars, provided V has a Street Cred Level of 45 or above. For those playing on game versions prior to Patch 1.1, a Legendary Monowire could be acquired for free from a garage near a Medpoint in Kabuki, Watson District.

The process for purchasing the Legendary Monowire from the Wellsprings Ripperdoc involves heading to the western side of the Wellsprings area in Heywood. Look for an area with large vent fans, then go upstairs and enter the first door on the right. This leads to a lane of shops, where you should locate “Doc Ryder’s” shop. This Ripperdoc is the vendor for the Legendary Monowire. It’s crucial to meet the Street Cred requirement of Level 45; otherwise, only lower rarity versions may be available.

Before Patch 1.1, the free Legendary Monowire was located in a garage in Kabuki, Watson District. To find it, players would navigate to a Medpoint marked on the map, often near buildings with “karaoke” and “Hotel” signs, and a “Pharmaceuticals” sign further down. From the Medpoint, turning left would reveal a large locked garage door with a “Suspension Technologies” painting and an industrial garbage bin nearby. Going around the corner from this painting, another large garage door with a broken car in front of it would be visible. Interacting with this door to open it would reveal a loot box beside some tires, containing the Legendary Monowire and some Eurodollars. However, this method is no longer viable in current versions of the game.

Monowire Overview and Tiers

The Monowire is an Arms Cyberware in Cyberpunk 2077, functioning as a whip-like monofilament wire with a molecule-wide cutting edge. It allows V to strike multiple enemies from a distance, dealing Physical damage. This cyberware is categorized into different rarities, from Common up to Legendary (Tier 5), with each tier offering improved statistics. As of Patch 2.0, cyberware, including the Monowire, contributes to V’s maximum cyberware capacity and provides armor.

The Monowire’s unique combat mechanic involves a charge system. When equipped but not actively used, its charge increases from 0% to 100%, directly impacting its potential damage. A light attack consumes 20% of the charge, while a heavy attack utilizes the full 100% for maximum impact. The Monowire also benefits from the Intelligence attribute, gaining +0.5% damage per Attribute Point at Tier 5. It includes a Quickhack Slot, +5.2 Bonus Stealth Damage, and +2.1% Quickhack Damage at its highest tier.

Here’s a comparison of Monowire tiers based on available information:

The Tier 5 Monowire stands out with its 20% Bleeding chance, higher damage per hit, and the Intelligence Attuned bonus, making it significantly more potent than lower tiers. While lower tiers may lack certain bonuses or have lower damage values, the fundamental attack speed remains consistent across all tiers.

Monowire Installation and Upgrades

Once the Monowire is acquired, either through purchase or the now-defunct free method, it must be installed by a Ripperdoc. V cannot simply equip it directly. Any Ripperdoc in Night City can perform the installation. To do so, visit a Ripperdoc, select the “Arms” option in their interface, and then choose the Monowire from the “Possible Replacement” options.

After installation, the Monowire can be further enhanced through mod slots and upgrades. While specific upgrade details are not extensively documented, the Monowire, like other cyberware, benefits from the game’s upgrade system. Players can slot in various upgrades to customize its performance. For instance, some players have noted that the Monowire can benefit from certain Tech perks, such as those that heal V on full charges or increase damage from chargeable weapons, particularly with 20 Engineering skill.

It’s important to note that the Monowire’s effectiveness is tied to its charge. If the Monowire is at 0% charge, it will deal no damage and pass harmlessly through enemies. Therefore, managing its charge during combat is crucial for maximizing its potential. The charge level can be monitored via a subtle number on the bottom left and right of the central HUD or by observing the crosshair, which becomes fully blue when max charged.

FAQ

What is the best way to get the Legendary Monowire in Cyberpunk 2077 as of current patches? As of Cyberpunk 2077 Patch 1.1 and later, the best way to obtain the Legendary Monowire is to purchase the Tier 5 version from the Ripperdoc in Wellsprings, Heywood, for 55,450 Eurodollars. You must have a Street Cred Level of 45 or higher.

Can I still find the Legendary Monowire for free in Cyberpunk 2077? No, the method to find a free Legendary Monowire in a garage in Kabuki, Watson District, was removed after Cyberpunk 2077 Patch 1.1. This location no longer yields the Legendary Monowire.

What are the key stats of the Legendary (Tier 5) Monowire? The Legendary (Tier 5) Monowire has an Attack Speed of 2.07, 83.45 Damage Per Hit, 6.40 Stamina Cost, a 20% Bleeding chance, is Intelligence Attuned (+0.5% damage per Attribute Point), includes a Quickhack Slot, +5.2 Bonus Stealth Damage, and +2.1% Quickhack Damage.

Does the Monowire benefit from any specific attributes or skills? Yes, the Legendary Monowire is Intelligence Attuned, gaining +0.5% damage per Intelligence Attribute Point. Historically, it has also benefited from Street Brawler skills and Cool attributes, and some Tech perks related to chargeable weapons.

How do I install the Monowire once I acquire it? After acquiring the Monowire, you must visit any Ripperdoc in Night City. In the Ripperdoc’s interface, select the “Arms” option and then choose the Monowire from the “Possible Replacement” options to have it installed.