Summary
- Destiny 2 is seeing a surge in popularity thanks to the free Into The Light update with new content and missions.
- Bringing back old Exotic swords like Dark-Drinker, Raze-Lighter, and Bolt-Caster could enhance gameplay.
- A new Exotic sword combining these three with element-swapping features and subclass keywords could add a unique twist to Destiny 2.
Destiny 2 has been riding a wave of increasing popularity over the past few weeks thanks to the incredible amount of new and repurposed content coming with the free Into The Light update, adding a plethora of new chase guns, old Exotic missions, new PvP maps, and more. Into The Light is being praised as one of the best content releases ever for Destiny 2, both considering its free price tag and the fact that this update was not even planned, as it was conceived as a result of The Final Shape being delayed to June 4. Mixing the fact that Destiny 2's Into The Light is bringing back old glories in a new vest with the nostalgia boost from seeing all the returning missions means it can capitalize on this even more with one trick.
It's not uncommon for games with multiple entries to capitalize on nostalgia from previous entries, and Destiny 2's Exotic weapons and armor pieces often come back from the original title, albeit in a reworked fashion to better fit the current sandbox. With such a strong nostalgia feeling with Into The Light's Brave Arsenal and The Whisper and Zero Hour missions, Destiny 2 could bring back three beloved Destiny 1 Exotic weapons and combine them into one.
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Destiny 2 Should Reprise D1's Dark-Drinker, Raze-Lighter, and Bolt-Caster Exotic Swords
Dark-Drinker, Raze-Lighter, and Bolt-Caster Can Be Fused Into One Exotic Sword
Destiny 2's Exotic selection currently features four different swords, but arguably only one of them saw some use in high-end content, and that's The Lament. Swords like Black Talon, Heartshadow, and Worldline Zero don't really have a strong utility in most activities outside of fun combinations, and most of the time it's hard to justify their Exotic slot over many other items. With so many Destiny 1 Exotics coming back over the years, now would be the perfect time to bring back Dark-Drinker, Raze-Lighter, and Bolt-Caster, but not as individual weapons - rather, as a single Exotic.
Destiny 2's Dead Messenger, Hard Light, Borealis, and other weapons all have the ability to change between their damage type as players please, which can be a great boon in some activities and it can spark interesting combos with the new 3.0 subclasses. Bringing back the original Dark-Drinker, Raze-Lighter, and Bolt-Caster as a single weapon capable of changing elements and effects would not only be great for nostalgic players, but it could also be a fun and rather unique addition to Destiny 2's arsenal.
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How Dark-Drinker, Raze-Lighter, and Bolt-Caster Can Use Element-Swapping and 3.0 Keywords
Many of the element-changing weapons in Destiny 2 don't really have additional effects upon changing their damage type, but rather, they have a general perk that applies to all of them. Since Destiny 2's swords are not often used, and the only meta Exotic is The Lament, giving players a new option that can shift between elements at will and maybe have some different subclass keywords tied to each damage type could prove extremely popular. The problem is that these swords' Exotic perks all turned into regular Legendary sword frames, so to justify their potential return, they need something more.
A good way of doing it would be to have the new Exotic be a combination of all three swords, and upon switching elements, players can get Dark-Drinker's special attack with Void alongside a debuff like Suppress, Raze-Lighter's uppercut with Solar alongside something like Radiant, and finally Bolt-Caster's ranged attack with Arc and possibly a Blind AoE. Tying the element-switching mechanics to the different sword frames while also giving them unique keyword effects would warrant the Exotic slot, and it could be a great way to bring back these past Destiny 1 swords and make them better than ever. With Destiny 2's The Final Shape being all about the connection to The Traveler's Pale Heart, such an Exotic could be a perfect fit for Bungie to add.
Destiny 2
- Released
- August 28, 2017
WHERE TO PLAY
Dive into the world of Destiny 2 to explore the mysteries of the solar system and experience responsive first-person shooter combat. Unlock powerful elemental abilities and collect unique gear to customize your Guardian's look and playstyle. Enjoy Destiny 2’s cinematic story, challenging co-op missions, and a variety of PvP modes alone or with friends. Download for free today and write your legend in the stars.
An Immersive Story
You are a Guardian, defender of the Last City of humanity in a solar system under siege by infamous villains. Look to the stars and stand against the darkness. Your legend begins now.
Guardian Classes
Choose from the armored Titan, mystic Warlock, or swift Hunter.
- ESRB
- T For TEEN for Blood, Language, and Violence
- Developer(s)
- Bungie
- Publisher(s)
- Bungie
- Engine
- Tiger Engine
- Multiplayer
- Online Multiplayer, Online Co-Op
- Expansions
- Destiny 2: Forsaken, Destiny 2: Shadowkeep, Destiny 2: Beyond Light, Destiny 2: The Witch Queen, Destiny 2: Lightfall
- Number of Players
- 1-6 (Co-Op)
- Platform(s)
- PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One, PC, Stadia
- Genre(s)
- FPS
- How Long To Beat
- 100+
- Metascore
- 85
- Platforms That Support Crossplay
- PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One & Xbox Series X|S
- PS Plus Availability
- Essential, Extra, & Premium (The Witch Queen)
