https://www.bungie.net/en/Explore/Detail/News/47017
The first paragraph finally gives us a proper explanation as to why we didn't have our D1 gear in the intro to D2
"It was a day that was supposed to be a celebration of our past glories. The anniversary of Six Fronts — the victory that united the City and gave us the Vanguard. Guardians donned ceremonial armor to commemorate the event, and gathered for a rousing speech by the Speaker. Then everything came apart when the Red Legion struck."
-
So your saying our Guardians we're going to a Celebration by leaving thier Best Ship which could have held roughly 10 Weapons and some armor.. behind? If I am going to celebrate and be in a parade, I am bringing my Trophies that I aquired from my adventures. I would have had, Mythocloast, Necrocasm and Ghorn with me in my Oryx Bone Ship.