Hey all, I have been coordinating with my clan to do an educational run of the Vault of Glass for those that have never run it before or those who would like a more in depth look at some of the useful tactics to defeat Destiny's greatest challenge thus far.
Based on the responses I have already received in a few separate threads, I wouldn't doubt there will be more interested players than I could hope to group with in a short period of time. Not to worry though, I will do my best to get everyone here a crack at the vault and a solid working knowledge on how to best it, whether it take one weekend or a dozen.
Some of my clanmates will likely help along the way, and while this is not a push to expand my clan, if you enjoy your time with us our doors are always open.
If learning the VoG is an interest of yours, please keep up with the updates below!
As a short aid for those joining these runs, here is what you should be expected to bring to the table:
[b]o Character level 27+ (87 Light).[/b] Yes, the raid is level 26; however, the mobs' levels graduate to 28 over the course of the raid, which leaves level 26 players at a -40% damage hit and an increased chance for death. This can easily be achieved with 1 exotic and 1 legendary armor piece, both of which aren't too difficult to obtain. A combination of 1 Exotic, 2 Legendary, and 1 Rare(18 Light) items can get you there without any shards spent.
[b]o Void Damage.[/b] The only enemy shields present in the vault are those belonging to Minotaurs/Praetorians, and void damage is a must to break these. While only one weapon of this damage type is necessary, the more the merrier.
[b]o Leveled-up Weapons.[/b] I don't expect new players to the raid to have maxed out gear, but take some effort to improve the damage of the weapons you intend to bring into the raid. I still see level 29/30s trying to do the hard raid without maxed special/heavy.
[b]o Time.[/b] A VoG run involving 4 first timers takes roughly 2-3 hours to complete. While this may seem like a lot, especially to some veterans, this time includes the following:
----- In depth tactics for each section of the raid.
----- Dedicated time for each individual to have practice time utilizing the relic
----- Legit Templar defeat, including at least 5 attempts at a no-teleport defeat
----- Destroying a Gorgon for everyone to achieve that grimoire card
----- Allowing all players to experience each area of responsibility during Gatekeepers
----- Thus far, 100% success ratio completing the raid with a group containing 4 first-timers
[b]TUTORIALS COMPLETED: 21[/b]
[b]o Patience.[/b] There will be wipes. People will make mistakes, die, fall of ledges, hold up the group in one way or another. I am being extraordinarily patient in offering this service when I have no need to run the normal raid ever again. I ask that my participants share in that level of patience for the benefit of all involved.
[b]UPDATE 12/08/14:[/b] The Dark Below will release in less than 24 hours, and as a result, my focus will be geared toward learning and teaching the new raid. I will no longer be doing sign-ups for VoG; however, I will take pre-assembled 4-player teams through if they coordinate a time with me.
[b]Raids will be streamed @ twitch.tv/ultima_mg[/b]
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Need a squad for VoG on regular, level 27 warlock sunsinger, Leibreich12 psn
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Need 3 players for fresh normal vog :) ps4 psn is over9000plop :)
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I'm a lvl 27 warlock, pan: vaguest and I would like to do a raid.
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Need a fresh vog normal willing to help new team lvl 29
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I want to throw my name in for the next spot you have Ultima, lvl 29 hunter, mic, 2 primaries maxxed, and a void legendary rocket launcher, not much gear, but it's a start :)
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I anyone free for a vog run?
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Most recent update posted!
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We need 2 more people for vog on normal add phillynative227
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Fantastic leader and he doesn't cut corners! You'll have a great time and if you pay attention you'll know this raid when you're done. Thanks again ultima!
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Vog normal lvl 28 titan
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Edited by core64: 11/15/2014 7:51:38 PMLevel 27 Hunter ready to do VOG again. Tried it once but we couldn't defeat the last boss. I have 5 dedicated hours tonight starting at 7pm PST. Hopefully there will be another raid after the 7pm CST. Thanks in advance for the community helping out the new guys. Would also be nice to kill a gorgon, was told they were to hard. PSN: core64
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Edited by Ultima MG: 11/15/2014 2:02:34 PMSolid run with this morning's group, had some hangups on Atheon but got it done. I live streamed it, and I'll be live streaming the raid tonight as well; tune in! Edit: I just realized we neglected to kill a Gorgon for this group >.< apologies, if I run with you in the future and you still need it, let me know (not very hard to do, just group coordination).
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Well it was a great night, thanks to everyone that tuned into my stream! One thing that did not get broadcast, however, was my clan completing a flawless raid! Big thanks to the following, and if you see these guys around the tower, know that they're the real deal: Frivolitys_, Calither, ATKilll, gangta__550, and The90sCalled
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Fresh normal run So I'm a level 28 hunter, however I have a maxed out fatebringer, icebreaker, and hezen vengeance, I also have a level 30 warlock, so I know what I'm doing My PSN: GNRNCSBLSS Add me and join if you want to help or do the raid, must be level 28+ with a mic
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I have a question. Hard raid helmets. Are they only available after atheons or can they be dropped at other checkpoints during that raid? I hear and read mixed reviews I am only lacking a helmet and a legendary is long from being a reality.
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Lv 28 Titan and lv 28 warlock looking to do normal raid add ayesh_nim if you are interested
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Lvl 28 hunter wondering if anyone willing to take a newbie tonight. Wanted to do the raid since it came out, but tonight is the first time I'll actually have the time. If anyone feeling generous send me an invite. PSN moxley52 Avail tonight after 2000 MST ( ~2 hrs from posting time)
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Looking for four more for fresh vog noraml run 27+. MSG AFGMRaven
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Good job sir...everyone should experience the raid and you have provided that Again good job
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Edited by Ultima MG: 11/14/2014 11:10:21 PMTutorial stream starts in 50 min!
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Never done vog on hard , anyone help please ? 29 warlock add me-GT- BlazinAces-1
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Need partyy for VoG am lvl 28 titan
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Im looking for VoG party with my lvl 24, i know how to play i got a lvl 28. Zeg_maar_robin
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Still plenty of open spots :)
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A quick bump to garner more responses for this weekend's raids.
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Bumping for visibility