This Week in Destiny – 10/10/2024
Oct 10, 2024 - Destiny 2 Community Team
This Week in Destiny we’re slaying some undead! Revenant is here and we’ve got tonics to drink, Eliksni to save, and Scorn to hunt. And if that isn’t enough, we’ve also got a new dungeon launching tomorrow, so let’s get into it!
Topics for the week
- Bungie Foundation Hurricane Relief Campaign
- Revenant launch trailer
- Vesper’s Host trailer
- Vesper’s Host Dungeon Race tomorrow
- Revenant Bungie Rewards
- Vesper’s Host Speedrun Competition
- Baron Bingo
- Revenant Wallpapers
Bungie Foundation Hurricane Relief Campaign
First, with Hurricane Helene, and now with Hurricane Milton, the U.S. has been devastated by back-to-back extremely powerful storms. Hundreds of lives have been lost, entire communities wiped out, and thousands are facing an uncertain path to recovery.
In the face of these difficult times, our humanitarian partners at Team Rubicon and Direct Relief have once again stepped up to provide vital services and resources to affected communities. In response to Helene, the veteran-led volunteers of Team Rubicon have launched hurricane recovery operations supporting communities in Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee, and are mobilizing to respond to the regions impacted by Milton.
Direct Relief has been working to fulfill critical unmet medical needs within the most marginalized communities and has already provided $350,000 in financial grants to 14 health centers and free clinics in the impacted states to support their operations and millions of dollars of product has arrived or is en route.
Volunteers from Team Rubicon and Direct Relief are working tirelessly across the region to make today a bit brighter than it was yesterday, and now it’s time for the Bungie community to once again rally for those in need. At next week’s reset in Destiny 2 (October 15, 2024), we will be launching a Hurricane relief campaign, benefiting Team Rubicon and Direct Relief. Donate $25 and earn the exclusive Through The Storm emblem and help bring much needed support to these communities. Keep an eye on The Bungie Foundation social channels for an official announcement when the campaign is live.
Through the Storm Emblem
With storms as widespread and as devastating as these, it can seem from afar that an individual can’t make much of a difference. But as we have seen time and time again, the collective compassion of our Light Keepers creates an incredible, long-lasting impact. Take care of yourselves, take care of each other, and let’s do our part to make a difference. 💙
Revenant Launch Trailer
Revenant is upon us and it's time to pick up the mantle of Slayer Baron and take on Fikrul, the Fanatic and his army of undead. If you didn't catch our Revenant trailer earlier this week and are looking for something to set the mood, look no further. Scorn hunting with a killer soundtrack, what's not to love?
Vesper’s Host Trailer
Unknown transmissions have been intercepted from a derelict Braytech station and it’s up to you to investigate. The new dungeon, Vesper’s Host, launches tomorrow at 10 AM PDT and we’ve got a new trailer to give you a little taste of what to expect. Check it out!
Vesper’s Host Dungeon Race Starts Tomorrow!
We are just one day away from the Vesper’s Host Dungeon Race which launches tomorrow at 10 AM PDT! If you’re looking to participate in the race, we’ve got all the details to help you get up to speed.
Dungeon Race Details
Contest Mode will be enabled for 48 hours.
- Normal Mode will be available as soon as the first three teams clear the dungeon.
- You will need to be at 1985 Power Level to be at the cap through all the encounters.
Entry Requirements
- Assemble a fireteam of three players and start the Vesper’s Host dungeon in Contest Mode from the planet system map.
- All fireteam members must own The Final Shape Dungeon Key and acquire the quest “Rogue Network” from Spider in the Last City Seasonal hub.
Completion Criteria
- Once the final encounter is complete, the fireteam must loot the final chest or their finish may not be recorded. A team's official finish will be recorded when they loot the final chest.
- At least one member of the fireteam must have completed and received loot for every encounter and it must be the first time completing the activity for all members of the fireteam.
For full details on eligibility and requirements for the race, please visit our official rules.
Disabled Items List
During the Dungeon Race, some items and perks may be disabled for use. While players will not be prevented from equipping these items, the effects will not work when in the dungeon during the disabled time frame. We will be posting the final list of disabled items no later than an hour before the dungeon launch. Please follow @Destiny2Team and @BungieHelp on X for the final list and updates as we head towards launch.
Contest Mode Rewards
Even if you don’t plan to compete in the race, we still have impressive rewards that everyone can earn by completing the Dungeon in Contest Mode. First, the dungeon Exotic weapon is a guaranteed reward during Contest Mode. Second, you can earn this new exclusive emblem.
Orbital Tournament Emblem
Dungeon Race Prizing
In addition to the respect of Guardians everywhere, the first three teams who reach the peak and make it to the podium as winners of the Dungeon Race will receive a winner’s bundle with a new Vesper’s Host bracelet and a Vesper's Host Activewear Hoodie customized with their name.
Vesper’s Host Bungie Rewards
While we can't all be Dungeon Race winners, you can still look the part! Starting tomorrow, when the Dungeon launches, players will be able to start earning the new Vesper’s Host-themed Bungie Rewards.
Vesper's Host Activewear Hoodie: Complete the Vesper's Host Dungeon by February 4, 2025, at 10 AM PDT.
Vesper’s Host bracelet: Complete the Vesper's Host Dungeon by February 4, 2025, at 10 AM PDT.
Vesper’s Host Collectible Dungeon Pin: Complete the Vesper's Host Dungeon by February 4, 2025, at 10 AM PDT.
Unleashed Title Pin: Complete the Unleashed Title by February 4, 2025, at 10 AM PDT.
Follow the Dungeon Race on Twitch Rivals
For those looking to watch the Dungeon Race unfold, we're partnering with Twitch Rivals to broadcast some of the streamers participating in the race. Tune in and follow along!
- Time: October 11, 9:30 AM PT
- Channel: Twitch Rivals
You’ll also be able to earn the new Effortless Flow and Broadcasting from the Dark emblems through Twitch Drops.
Effortless Flow emblem: Watch at least two hours of any creator with Twitch Drops enabled.
- Active between October 11th 9:30 AM PT on 10:00 AM PT on October 13.
Broadcasting from the Dark emblem: Subscribe to your favorite Destiny 2 streamer.
- Active between 9:30 AM PT on October 11 and 10:00 AM PT on October 13.
New Bungie Rewards for Revenant
In addition to Vesper’s Host-themed rewards, we also have some other new goodies you can earn with the release of Revenant.
With a new Episode comes a wicked new Title and we’ve got just the thing to celebrate it.
Slayer Baron Title Pin: Earn the Slayer Baron Title before February 4, 2025, at 10:00 AM PDT.
We’ve also got some cozy and fashionable attire for our Crucible crew.
Crucible Legend Sweatshirt: Reset your Crucible Reputation Rank with Shaxx before the end of Revenant.
In addition to all of these great items available to earn, you can also grab the new Quantum Entanglement emblem as a gift for making any purchase on the Bungie Store until the end of Revenant.
For more information on Bungie Rewards, visit the Bungie Store.
Vesper’s Host Speedrun Competition
Want more of Vesper’s Host? Join streamers from 14 different regions as they go head-to-head in a Speedrun competition! Handpicked teams from all over the world will be training across the next three weeks on their Dungeon knowledge and speed.
Each fireteam will then get the opportunity to run through Vesper’s Host as quickly as they can, with as many attempts as they’d like, during a nominated 3-hour timeslot for each team between 21 October 12AM PT and 29 October 12AM PT.
The winning fireteam will receive $1,000 USD worth of Twitch Subs each, as well as a full set of the Vesper’s Host Bungie Rewards items!
Check out the participants from each region and follow their journey – you could be the lucky recipient of the Tower Pamphlet emblem as a giveaway from these streamers:
Tower Pamphlet Emblem: Giveaways from content creator channels throughout Episode 2.
- USA: Zavalr, SamiKat, APlatypuss
- UK: Benny, NerdyNetty, BobDuckNWeave
- France: Merj1, Zwave, Gius
- Germany: psyk0ra, Miftaka, Haselnuuuss
- ANZ: Butters, ZiggyD, Rin_Vixen
- Japan: Ultra Red, Shin, Hanasuzume
- Spain: Daykyri, +2 community members
- Nordics: YellowsLight, IScreamQueen, +1 community member
- Poland: Kubacki08, keejK_, CTSG
- Benelux: Bruinevloei, Joshua Khane, Kalelex
- Italy: Gionogaming, Zrapt0r, SerpeFPS
- LATAM: Alyssa_Chambers, KriegLegion, El Tio Toland
- Brazil: oEverson_, Zyndal_, MahrioJR
- Middle East: Fancy, Abdulmallk, Qweizar
Baron Bingo
Bring on the Slayer Barons! Rally behind a team captain from your region during Act I and you could unlock some cool giveaways, including a brand-new emblem: Control. Team captains will receive Baron Bingo cards with unique challenges to complete throughout this Act – and it’s on you to help them complete their card!
Control emblem: Unlocked via participating in Baron Bingo. Unlock rules vary in each region.
Specifics around the bingo mechanics and giveaway items will vary by region, so make sure you keep an eye out on your region’s team captains’ socials for their unique cards, and on how you can participate and win. Team captains will also be giving away quantities of the Tower Pamphlet emblem on stream and socials throughout this challenge.
Check out who the currently confirmed captains are below (more folks may be added later!):
- USA: SamiKat, Danfinity, iShieldMaiden, v3ro
- UK: Pantho, Grandad Gaming, ITZ JIMBO
- France: Marston, Tama_Usagi, Merj1, ZombiesFaktory, BinOol, IRulio
- Germany: iPhil, Saytrixx, ZiroTV
- ANZ: Shezabubadino, That Fletcher Guy, LordDjbj
- Japan: M-TOGUCHI, Onihei, Shun Stitch
- Spain: Daykyri, Pobreloko, Legion Looterana
- Nordics: LanaLane, YellowsLight, IScreamQueen
- Poland: Kubacki08, KeejK, Diluqa
- Benelux: Kalelex
- Italy: Lugah96 and Rewind96, MrDominius and ifreddo_lfc, Agony_fps and Mara_Hecate and Il_Cro
- LATAM: Janpiert, DeusCL, Alyssa_Chambers
- Brazil: JzTurrini, TheVanguardBR, Spotplay Gaming
- Middle East: Fancy, 7ramee, Tamim, Fahad_TV_, Desppresso, Qweizar
Revenant 4K Wallpapers
To celebrate the release of Revenant, we’ve got these beautiful new 4K wallpapers for your desktop and mobile devices. Go forth and enjoy, Slayer Barons.
Player Support Report
Known Issues List | Help Forums | Bungie Help Twitter
Revenant Patch Note Additions
With the patch notes for Revenant going live on Tuesday morning, we had a few late additions for some quality of life changes we wanted to make everyone aware of.
- Increased Armor Synthesis Bounties available from Ada-1 per Episode.
- Vault from Anywhere: Players can now access the Vault from, well, pretty much anywhere! Even in activity.
Clarification on Stasis Exotics and Artifact Mods
We have seen reports that Wicked Implement and Conditional Finality aren’t receiving the Anti-Barrier perk from the Artifact. This is by design due to the exotics being Stasis and having the intrinsic "Slow" perk already, which can be used against Overload champions.
Known Issues
While we continue investigating various known issues, here is a list of the latest issues that were reported to us:
- Bungie Names cannot be changed. We hope to fix this as quickly as possible.
- The Last Word is issuing more damage than intended against Guardians. This weapon has been disabled in Crucible and Gambit until a fix can be deployed.
- The Loadout and Mod screens in the character screen are very difficult to access. If the cursor is over a weapon or armor, they can be accessed.
- Menus and subscreens used to change pages no longer allow inputs from a D-Pad or arrow keys.
- The Director is no longer able to be accessed from inside the character screen.
- Additional Bounties from Eido don't display a time limit like other bounties.
- The "Launch" button in the main quest may be greyed out on certain steps.
- Specific Episode: Echoes Triumphs were removed at launch and cannot be obtained, blocking points.
- Some characters are blocked on Step 2 of the Act I: Eliksni Rescue quest because their Tonic Brewing Guide went to their Postmaster.
- Opening the Tonic Capsule container in the Quests menu can soft-lock the game. Players can get out of this screen by opening their Director screen.
- The Ghostwriter title has become hidden for all players.
- The Cayde’s Fate mission in the Timeline cannot be completed.
- The post-Excision cutscene of Guardians looking at the Traveler is missing the Traveler.
- The Vow of the Disciple raid is missing the Master version in Fireteam Finder.
- The turrets in Onslaught can target Strand threadlings and clones.
- A triumph in Guardian Rank 7 tells players to get kills with the Ice Breaker exotic, but it should be the Alethonym exotic. This triumph counts only kills with Alethonym.
- The Deadlock shotgun does not have random rolls like it should.
- Guardians can’t be commended after completed Expert Onslaught Salvation.
- The Fieldwork banner does not tell players that they need to talk to Eido again.
For a full list of emergent issues in Destiny 2, players can review our Known Issues article. Players who observe other issues should report them to our #Help forum.
Empress Moo Deng
What else can we say? It’s Moo Deng with a Caiatl cosplay. Just GOAT, bussin’, peak, extra…
Headbanging Slayer Baron
Well, it didn’t take long for one of you to make an even more metal version of the very metal music in the Revenant trailer. Keep these coming.
That’s everything we have for this week! How’s that tonic making going? Go crazy and spend materials in the Tonic Table; you will make Eido happy, you will always have tonics to drink mid-activity if their effects run out and if you are lucky, you will unlock rare mixes for your collection. Drink enough tonics and you might end up being strong enough to solo flawlessly the Deep Stone Crypt raid last week (NSFW language).
GGs, TheSnazzyRock!
Destiny 2 Community Team