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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Bumping for visibility
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ps4 enene242 level 27 hunter add me
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I need someone to start a fresh raid with on normal first... Invite me or join my fire team ps4: monkeytech2000
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PSN - WarderKaka89 add me for VoG!
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Add me lvl 26 warlock Psn umejacob dont have a mic
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Respect for doing this. Attempted the Raid twice but completed only once. I will be very happy to have people taking time to share more tactics. Add me "Blacksebas" I'm 29 warlock with most void weapon maxed out.
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28 Hunter. First time.
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Just a heads up, raid times are posted for this weekend! Get a spot while they're still available!
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psn: hackysackerr i want to get in on this
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Awesome! I'd love to join, my PSN ID is CMackDC
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I'm a a VoG virgin... although I've gotten in on the Atheon part, and I think I'm pretty clear on how that's supposed to work. PSN is hotlipshoffman. I'll play with my level 28 titan. I also almost exclusively get on pretty late, around 11 or midnight EST. Add me if you're willing to pop my VoG cherry.
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My psn name is Bigchilly3657 and I'm a level 28 warlock, and my buddy SaltLifeGabe is a level 26 warlock and we would both like to give the vault a shot!
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Raid newbie here looking to give it a go, have a Mic Psn is B3astlyMcGee
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Great job helping others with the Raids! I also enjoying doing the same thing and even after I've beaten the vault I still enjoy grouping with players who have never done it or have never finished it. If the OP needs help let me know because my clan and I also provide same service! We could team and split up to take 3/4 new players inside. Psn is Thanontos. Just shoot me an invite and state your new and would like help with the raid.
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Just finished the raid with Ultima and his clanmates. Extremely helpful in describing what needs to be done and what to look out for. Definitely a great service to the Destiny community. We need more clans and members like him! Thanks guys! Would recommend any first timers! Now to beat it in Hard mode.. ;-)
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Would really appreciate some help, im on most nights AM4lik92528.
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ME AND MY FRIEND WOULD LOVE TO DO THE VOG WITH YOU GUYS. MY PSN IS SAME AS MY NAME
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Most recent update posted. What would you guys like to see as time frames for this weekend's tutorial runs? I am available Friday, Saturday, Sunday.
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Would love to get a run at this any help is appreciated. PSN microsoft_fan (I know that's bad but it's because of Halo and Bungie that I have this ID.)
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Any first timers need a hand? Level 30 Titan here! redreaper47
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experienced 27 hunter invite psn: syco-switch
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psn: heflux ^^
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Psn: SimplySweg lvl 28 hunter need help on normal raid
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Would you be doing any runs through the raid on Wednesday or Thursday around 6:30 est?
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Looking to do the raid from start Psn fabreezy00