In the dangerous wasteland of Pandora, acquiring powerful gear sets can drastically transform your character build and survival potential. Among the most popular equipment combinations in Borderlands 2 is the synergistic pairing of the Law pistol and the Order shield. Understanding how to acquire both pieces allows Vault Hunters to unlock a powerful melee healing combo that keeps them alive in tough encounters.
How to Obtain the Law Pistol in Sanctuary and Lynchwood
The Law pistol is a unique Jakob's revolver known for its increased melee damage and high fire rate. Players can initially earn this revolver as a quest reward by completing the murder mystery mission Won't Get Fooled Again in Sanctuary. Alternatively, players looking to farm specific versions of the weapon can defeat the Sheriff of Lynchwood, who has a dedicated chance to drop the Law revolver.
When completing the Sanctuary quest, pay close attention to the clues provided by Marshall Friedman to accuse the correct suspect. If you miss the quest reward, visiting Lynchwood later in the game offers a repeatable opportunity to farm the Sheriff. This ensures that your Vault Hunter can obtain an upgraded version during higher playthroughs like True Vault Hunter Mode.
Unlocking the Order Shield Through Side Quests
The Order shield serves as the vital second half of this legendary combination, offering roid damage bonuses when depleted. To secure this shield, players must complete the BFFs side quest given by Sanctuary residents after reaching specific story milestones. Finishing the mission rewards you with the Order shield, preparing your character to unleash the full power of the set.
Because quest rewards scale to your level when accepting them in higher difficulties, timing your quest completion is crucial. Completing the BFFs mission in Ultimate Vault Hunter Mode ensures your shield provides maximum capacity and roid damage bonuses. Pairing a high-level shield with a matching Law pistol maximizes your overall combat performance.
Maximizing the Synergy of Law and Order
When equipped together, the Law revolver and Order shield create a passive ability that converts all melee damage dealt directly into health restoration. This continuous lifesteal effect makes close-quarters combat significantly safer, especially for melee-focused character builds like Zer0 or Krieg. Players can fearlessly strike powerful foes while rapidly regenerating their health bar.
To get the most out of this combination, focus on boosting your overall melee damage through class mods and skill tree points. The higher your melee attack output, the more health you will recover with every landed strike. Master this synergy to conquer challenging bosses and navigate tough endgame zones with ease.