This build is not optimized on purpose. Tis build is supposed to help people that are just getting on to steel path or people that just want some more input on how they could mod their [Kuva Nukor].

Cascadia Empowered deals +750 damage matching the damage type of the status effect, when maxed out. From my testing, it seems to take ALL statuses into affect and adds the damage per shot. Meaning, with this arcane/build, you'll be dealing an additional 3000 damage, when all status are inflicted onto the enemy. This arcane can obviously be changed to Secondary Merciless but CE is not only easier to obtain but also easier to level up, due to it's easier accessibility, making it a cheaper/more viable option when you're just getting into steel path.

obviously if you have the primed versions of the mods listed in this build, use those. They'll give you better results than the non-primed variants. this rule also counts for [Barrel Diffusion] being replaced with [Galvanized Diffusion].

Now to answer your question; yes I'm running [Creeping Bullseye] instead of Primed Pistol Gambit. not only because is the PPG harder to max lvl compared to CB (and CB is better than the non-primed variant) but the fire rate debuff is completely negated by Lethal Torrent. with both CB and LT alone, you'll be getting:

• +200% Crit Rate
• +60% multishot
• +40% fire rate

Obviously if you wanna put on PPG instead of CB it's your choice. the difference between these two, on this weapon, are very small. Quick note: if you don't have an arcane slot open, don't worry, this build is still really good for late game and good for early steel path. Just keep in mind that a melee with the [Condition Overload] mod would be very ideal with this weapon set up, since the status chance is guaranteed on your opponents. Also I used [Pistol Ammo Mutation] to regain more ammo for the weapon, since you'll most likely be using it a lot. You can use [Ruinous Extension], if you want. The exilus slot is literally just your personal preference.

Don't be afraid to comment any feedback. Healthy criticism is always welcomed :D

PS. The magnetic "Kuva Element" is to help with corpus shields so they're a bit easier to deal with. If you don't have the magnetic element i recommend you do but it's entirely up to you.