Don’t Miss Xur’s Exotic Gear: The Best Choices for Destiny 2 Players This Weekend!

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Summary

  • Xur is back in Destiny 2 with new exotic gear, items, and resources for players to check out for a limited time.
  • For exotic armor this week, Xur has Wormhusk Cornw, Crest of Alpha Lupi, and The Stag.
  • Xur’s exotic weapons this weekend include DARCI, The Jade Rabbit, a new Hawkmoon, and Fighting Lion.

Once more, Xur has made an appearance in the world of Destiny 2, bringing along fresh exotic and legendary items for exploration by the gamers. As we approach the end of Episode Revenant within a short span, Bungie hints that there are still some hidden surprises in store for us. The developers unveiled a new event for Destiny 2, titled “Past is Prologue,” where players can embark on quests, gather Bento Tokens, and trade them for exclusive prizes.

Alongside the recent announcement, Bungie has also disclosed some adjustments to Solar, Void, and Arc subclasses in Destiny 2. Specifically, they have confirmed that each elemental subclass will receive one new aspect, thereby expanding the options for player builds. Furthermore, an additional feature called Bolt Charge is being added to Arc, which accumulates over time, releasing a damaging electrical bolt on enemies when an ability is activated.

Currently, the enigmatic merchant Xur has resurfaced once more, offering fresh supplies of equipment tailored for Destiny 2 enthusiasts. Here’s a guide to help you locate him this weekend and stay informed about his exotic cipher quest. Additionally, we’ll take a look at all the exotic and legendary items he’s brought along for the weekend of January 17, 2025.

Where is Xur?

Now, Xur permanently dwells within The Tower’s Bazaar region, eliminating the need for weekend searches as he resides there all week long.

As a fellow enthusiast, I’d like to share a handy tip: The Bazaar lies sandwiched between our quick travel spots. You can choose either end to materialize at. Wander towards the spot where Ikora and Hawthorne usually hang out, and you’ll find the Ramen Shop nestled against the back wall. With the shop facing you, the alleyway leading to Xur’s temporary stall is off to your right-hand side. Enjoy your exploration!

Destiny 2 Class Armor and Exotic Cipher

Each week, Xur carries on providing his typical quests, exotic items, and rare equipment. These tasks are crucial not only to get an additional fated engram but also to obtain legacy exotic gear from the Tower’s kiosk. Players can acquire a fresh cipher by finishing strikes or winning Crucible or Gambit matches. Earn extra points by playing with your clan members or completing tougher activities.

Xur’s Exotic Armor

The Stag – Warlock helmet

Exotic Perk:

  • – Your Rift provides damage reduction to allied Guardians standing in it. Grants Rift energy when you are critically wounded. On your death, creates a healing rift on your corpse.

An Exotic weapon from the Rift that may be eclipsed by other choices for Warlocks in the current meta. It’s not an essential pick, but it could prove useful in specific scenarios or activities.

Stat Values (65 Total):

  • Mobility +10
  • Resilience +11
  • Recovery +12
  • Discipline +20
  • Intellect +2
  • Strength +10

Wormhusk Crown – Hunter helmet

Exotic Perk:

  • – Dodging gives a small health and shield bump.

This week, we’re seeing an armor piece that’s rather pointy, boasting significantly increased Mobility and Intellect, with the other stats taking a back seat. The Wormhusk, once a formidable exotic, may not be at its former peak, but it can certainly help in tricky situations by offering a modest healing boost.

Stat Values (66 Total):

  • Mobility +21
  • Resilience +6
  • Recovery +7
  • Discipline +7
  • Intellect +23
  • Strength +2

Crest of Alpha Lupi – Titan chest armor

Exotic Perk:

  • – Generates an additional Orb of Power from Supers and a healing pulse when Barricade is activated.

A robust, exotic armor item offering an advantageous feature – it generates extra orbs and offers healing when the Barricade ability is activated.

Stat Values (66 total):

  • Mobility +11
  • Resilience +7
  • Recovery +16
  • Discipline +20
  • Intellect +3
  • Strength +10

Xur Inventory Items

In Destiny 2’s Year 7, Xur’s merchandise has been significantly expanded. This expansion includes the introduction of a genuine rank advancement system, rewards for progression, and customization options. Additionally, Xur now offers items beyond just weapons and armor, such as:

  • The Wardcliff Coil Catalyst
  • Lord of Wolves Catalyst
  • The Xurfboard (Skimmer Board Vehicle)
  • Essentialism/Stoicism/Solipsism OR Exotic Cipher
  • Exotic Engram
  • Ascendant Shard
  • Glimmer
  • Enhancement Core
  • Crucible Engram
  • Strange Gift (Random Item for 1 Strange Coin)

Xur’s Exotic Weapons

This weekend, the redesign of Year 7’s Xur includes a new feature that allows him to provide several exotic weapons during a single encounter. Here’s what he’s offering now:

During his visit this weekend, the updated Year 7 version of Xur now carries multiple exotic weapons. Here’s what he has for sale:

Both versions convey the same information in an easy-to-understand way.

Hawkmoon – Hand Cannon

  • – Final blows and precision hits with Hawkmoon grant stacks of Paracausal Charge. The final round in the magazine deals bonus damage based on the number of stacks. Stowing Hawkmoon on the final round removes this bonus.

The Jade Rabbit – Scout Rifle

  • – Increases rate of fire and recoil while you’re holding down the trigger. Final blows dealt with this weapon reload the magazine.
  • – Kills with this weapon temporarily grant increased damage. Stacks 3x.
  • Fluted Barrel

Fighting Lion – Grenade Launcher

  • – Grenade projectiles will bounce off surfaces. Fire; release to detonate.
  • – Direct hits do increased damage to combatant shields and cause a volatile detonation. Dealing damage increases reload speed. Rapid final blows against grenade-damaged combatants refill the magazine.

D.A.R.C.I. – Sniper Rifle

  • – Aim at an enemy to view its health and other critical information in the scope.
  • – When Personal Assistant is active, this weapon has better target acquisition, deals significantly more precision damage, and jolts the target.

Xur’s Destiny 2 Legendary Armor and Weapons

Xur’s Set of Legendary Armor and Weapons. All gear costs 50 Legendary Shards and 1000 Glimmer.

  • True Prophecy (Kinetic Hand Cannon)
  • Extraordinary Condition (Kinetic Submachine Gun)
  • Outlast (Energy Pulse Rifle)
  • Pleiades Corrector (Energy Scout Rifle)
  • Tarantula (Heavy Linear Fusion Rifle)
  • Negative Space (Heavy Sword)
  • Crown-Splitter/Quickfang/Eternity’s Edge (Heavy Sword)
  • Strange Weapon Engram
  • Midnight Exigent/Yuga Sundown/Abhorrent Imperative Armor Sets

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2025-01-17 20:38