Second Dream

Lore & Background

The quest fundamentally reshapes the lore of Warframe by revealing that the Tenno and their Operators are one. It exposes the origins of the Zariman Ten Zero, a colony ship lost in the Void during an Orokin experiment. The children aboard survived the journey while adults succumbed to madness, gaining control over Warframes through the Void's power. The Lotus, once Natah, sacrificed her identity to protect these children from the Sentients and the Orokin Empire. This narrative arc discloses that the Tenno are not merely warriors but survivors of a catastrophic event tied to the collapse of the Orokin civilization. The quest also introduces Hunhow, the Lotus' father, who seeks to reclaim his daughter and destroy the Tenno.

In Their Own Story

The dream begins as the Tenno enters a surreal void construct crafted by the Lotus. Floating geometry replaces familiar corridors, and whispers echo from unseen voices. The Stalker emerges, a shadowy figure sent by Hunhow to uncover the secret hidden on Lua. As the Tenno navigates this shifting landscape, they confront manifestations of their past trauma and the truth about their origins. The climax reveals the Operator, a child who controls Warframes through Transference. Ballas, one of the last Orokin, appears as an antagonist seeking to exploit the Void children's power. The Lotus fights alongside her charges, proving their bond transcends command and duty.

Reader's Guide

Players begin by investigating a distress signal from their Orbiter, guided by Ordis, the Cephalon AI. The environment shifts constantly, requiring adaptability in combat and exploration. The climax involves confronting Ballas within the ethereal realm, where his true motives are revealed. After defeating him, the dream collapses, forcing an awakening that redefines the Tenno's mission. Ordis is integrated into the Orbiter's systems to monitor the Lotus, ensuring her safety from external manipulation.

Did You Know?

• The Second Dream reveals the Lotus is actually Natah, a Sentient who rebelled against her kind.
• The Operator is one of several children from the Zariman Ten Zero colony ship that survived the Void journey.
• Hunhow, the Lotus' father, sends the Stalker to uncover secrets hidden on Lua.
• Ballas, a former Orokin, seeks to exploit the Tenno's power for himself rather than protect them.
• The quest introduces Transference, allowing players to control Warframes as the Operator.