Acquiring Johnny Silverhand's iconic weapon, the Malorian Arms 3516, is one of the most rewarding pursuits for players exploring Night City in Cyberpunk 2077. This powerful Power Pistol delivers high damage alongside a stylish fire-breathing quick melee attack. Finding it requires progressing through key story milestones and engaging in dedicated side content.
Unlocking the Chippin In Side Quest
To start your search for Johnny's signature sidearm, you must complete the main story quest titled Tapeworm. Following this encounter, Johnny will request a favor that unlocks the side job named Chippin' In. Accepting this mission puts V directly on the path toward tracking down Silverhand's personal belongings.
During Chippin' In, you will accompany Rogue to the Ebunike docks to track down a target named Grayson. Navigating through the heavily guarded cargo ship is crucial for reaching the final confrontation. Clearing out hostiles stealthily or through force ensures you reach the objective safely.
Obtaining the Malorian Arms 3516
Upon defeating Grayson aboard the ship, a dialogue sequence triggers where you can decide his fate. Regardless of whether you spare or kill him, Grayson will relinquish Johnny's custom pistol. Picking up the weapon adds it permanently to your inventory as an iconic firearm.
The Malorian Arms 3516 comes with pre-installed custom reload animations and distinctive thermal melee capabilities. Testing its unique attributes immediately after the mission helps you integrate it into your combat build. It remains a top choice for players who favor precision pistol combat throughout Act 2 and beyond.
Unique Combat Features and Upgrades
Unlike standard pistols, the Malorian Arms combines ricochet tech with high wall-penetration properties when aiming down sights. Hip-firing delivers rapid single shots, while its melee attack emits a short-range flamethrower cone. These versatile features make it effective across multiple engagement distances.
Upgrading the pistol through the crafting menu ensures its damage output scales properly into the endgame. Investing in Handgun perks boosts critical chance and headshot multipliers significantly. Keeping this iconic weapon upgraded guarantees top-tier performance against high-level cyberpsycho encounters and story bosses.
Securing Johnny Silverhand's Other Items
While obtaining the gun is a major highlight, the Chippin' In quest line also opens opportunities to acquire Johnny's aviators and replica jacket. Additionally, sparing Grayson allows you to obtain a keycard that unlocks a nearby shipping container holding Silverhand's Porsche 911. Collecting all these items completes the full set of silver-armored rockerboy gear for V.
Completing these objectives enriches the narrative connection between V and Johnny while granting substantial rewards. Exploring every corner of the Ebunike container yard ensures no secret loot is left behind during the job. Taking time to clear every objective provides both thematic satisfaction and practical gear upgrades.
