Destiny 2: The Final Shape Introduces Exciting New Exotic Class Items
Big news for Destiny 2 fans! The game’s latest expansion, The Final Shape, has added a thrilling new feature: Exotic class items. These powerful armour pieces are now available to players, giving them a fresh edge in battle.
Exotic class items are a game-changer for Destiny 2. They’ve been part of the game since it launched in 2017, but only for head, chest, gauntlet, and leg armour. Players can get Exotic items for their class slot for the first time.
What makes these new items special? Each comes with two random Exotic perks, picked from existing Exotic armour perks. The best part? You can get a perk that isn’t usually for your Guardian class. Imagine a Hunter with a Titan’s perk or a Warlock with a Hunter’s ability. It opens up a whole new world of possibilities for player builds.
To get these new Exotic class items, players must complete a new Dual Destiny mission. This mission is part of the Pale Heart of the Traveler area. It’s not easy, though. Players will need to work hard to unlock and complete this mission.
The Dual Destiny mission is designed for two players. You can’t do it alone or with a team of three. It requires good teamwork and clear communication. The mission involves solving puzzles, fighting tough enemies, and making interesting final choices.
Before you can start the Dual Destiny mission, you need to do a few things:
- Complete Overthrow events in three Pale Heart zones: The Blooming, The Impasse, and The Landing.
- Defeat secret bosses that appear after each Overthrow event.
- Return to The Blooming and follow a pale green light beam to unlock the mission.
Once you start the mission, you and your partner will face various challenges. You’ll need to escape rooms, defeat enemies that only one of you can damage, and solve a tricky clock puzzle. The final boss fight is tough, requiring combat and puzzle-solving abilities.
After beating the mission, each player can choose between “preparing for battle” or “choosing peace.” This choice adds an interesting twist to the end of the mission. Both players will get their new Exotic class item no matter what you pick.
The new Exotic class items have different names for each Guardian class. Hunters get the Essentialism cloak, Warlocks receive the Solipsism band, and Titans earn the Stoicism mark. Each item comes with random perks, making every drop unique and exciting.
For those who want to collect more Exotic class items, there are a few ways to farm them. You can replay the Dual Destiny mission, open chests in the Pale Heart area, or complete Overthrow events. However, the drop rates were initially quite low, leading to some player complaints.
Bungie plans to increase the drop rates in an upcoming August 2024 patch. This update will make it easier for players to get these coveted items. After the patch, players will be guaranteed one new class item per week for each character from the Dual Destiny mission.
Introducing Exotic class items adds a new layer of customization to Destiny 2. Players can now create even more unique and powerful builds for their Guardians. It’s an exciting time for Destiny 2 fans, with new strategies and playstyles to explore.
Remember, to use these new Exotic class items, you must be equipped with the Prismatic subclass. This requirement adds another level of strategy to your character builds.
Whether you’re a long-time Destiny 2 player or new to the game, adding Exotic class items will shake things up. So gather your fire team, head to the Pale Heart, and start your quest for these powerful new items. The future of Destiny 2 looks brighter than ever with The Final Shape expansion and these exciting new Exotics.