Destiny 2: The Final Shape introduces Exotic class items, adding a new layer to player gear customization. This guide will help you navigate the process of obtaining and attuning these powerful new pieces of armor through the Dual Destiny mission.

Introduction to Exotic Class Items

For the first time in Destiny 2, players can earn Exotic class items. These new items are equipped with two random Exotic perks from existing armor perks, potentially creating unique and powerful builds. Hunters, Titans, and Warlocks can all benefit from these additions, but obtaining them requires completing specific in-game activities.

How to Unlock Exotic Class Items

To earn an Exotic class item, you’ll need to complete the new Exotic mission, Dual Destiny. This mission is a part of the latest update and involves several steps that require teamwork and strategy.

Step 1: Complete Overthrow Events

First, you’ll need to complete Overthrow events in three zones of the Pale Heart:

  • The Blooming
  • The Impasse
  • The Landing

After finishing an Overthrow event, a Secret Keeper of the Witch Queen will spawn. Defeat this boss to proceed. Note that this might not happen on the first try due to a potential bug, so be prepared to repeat the event.

Step 2: Obtain the Savathun’s Envoy Buff

Return to The Blooming and look for a pale green beam of light. Follow it to a new room to receive the Savathun’s Envoy buff. Fight through enemies until a Subjugator appears. Defeat it to get a Light or Darkness orb, then place the orb on the correct plate. Repeat this process for the second Subjugator.

Step 3: Start the Dual Destiny Mission

The Dual Destiny mission requires two players and cannot be soloed. This mission is timed, with sections extending the countdown. The mission involves:

  • Aligning Plates: Players with Light and Darkness subclasses must stand on corresponding plates to remove barriers.
  • Balancing Motes: Collect and place Motes of Light on pedestals while your partner shoots cruxes above.
  • Platforming Challenges: Navigate through traps and tough enemies using precise platforming skills.
Step 4: Complete the Clock Puzzle

In the clock puzzle room, defeat Tormentors to gain the “Harmonic Sundering” buff. Communicate with your partner to shoot the correct cruxes with connected lines. This will destabilize the Obelisk and advance you to the boss fight.

Step 5: Mastery of Balance Boss Fight

Face off against Expector Selin and Expector Yemiq. When they become immune, shoot the symbols above their heads in the correct order. Complete the final clock dial puzzle to drop their shields and defeat them.

Claiming and Attuning Your Exotic Class Item

After the final encounter, each player chooses to “prepare for battle” or “choose peace,” leading to a PvP or negotiation scenario. Regardless of the choice, both players receive their new Exotic class item.

Attune your Exotic class item by returning to the Hall of Champions and interacting with the corresponding Holo-Shaxx. This increases the drop rate of your chosen item from all Brave weapon sources, including the Brave chest near Shaxx.

Farming Exotic Class Items

Farming for Exotic class items can be done by repeatedly completing the Dual Destiny mission and Overthrow activities. Each week, you can earn a guaranteed new Exotic class item for each character by finishing Dual Destiny.

Bungie has improved drop rates in the August 2024 patch, Update 8.0.5. Completing Overthrow activities now increases the chances of Exotic class item drops, with higher-tier chests offering bigger increases.

Final Thoughts

Exotic class items in Destiny 2 offer exciting new possibilities for customization and build optimization. By following this guide, you can efficiently unlock and attune these powerful items, enhancing your gameplay experience in The Final Shape. Stay diligent in completing the required activities to maximize your chances of obtaining the best perks for your class.

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