Summary

  • Destiny 2 fans can create unique cosplay outfits using the game's cosmetic options, like how one player turned their Guardian into the Pokemon Palkia.
  • Custom crossover outfits are popular among the Destiny 2 community, showcasing creativity with armor and shaders.

A clever armor setup allowed one Destiny 2 player to turn their Guardian into the legendary Pokemon Palkia thanks to the game's robust cosmetic options, letting them play through the game in a unique cosplay getup. The Destiny 2 fan's Titan outfit proved popular online, as the game's community often encourages players to create distinct cosmetic designs, many of which cross over with other franchises.

Cosmetics are a huge part of the culture surrounding the Destiny 2 fanbase, as players are frequently seen showing off the various costumes they make using the game's myriad armor and weapon options. Some of the most popular outfits within the game's community serve as crossovers with outside media franchises, like the Destiny 2 Guardian dressed as Star Wars fan favorite Admiral Ackbar.

Reddit user Chobwokk recently shared their own addition to the Destiny 2 cosplay scene after posting an image to the subreddit dedicated to Destiny cosmetics of their Titan dressed like the legendary beast Palkia from the Pokemon series. The post contains several images of the Titan standing in various poses wearing bright white armor with purple accents in a fashion similar to the iconic legendary Pokemon, along with the items and shaders used to make it.

Destiny 2 Guardian Dresses Like a Legendary Pokemon

  • Helmet: Apex Draconic Helm with Amrita's Dream Shader
  • Arms: Second Chance Exotic with Amrita's Dream Shader
  • Chest: Phenotype Plasticity Plate with Amrita's Dream Shader
  • Legs: Empyrean Cartographer Greaves with Amrita's Dream Shader
  • Mark: Dendrite Shimmer Mark with Amrita's Dream Shader

The post attracted the attention of other fans, who showed up to praise the player's creation and express their adoration for Palkia, with many appreciating the attention to detail that went into recreating the character. One user cheekily praised the player for their originality, expressing their apparent annoyance toward the number of players who dress up as Master Chief from the Halo franchise in Destiny 2.

In any case, Pokemon is an unusual choice for a Destiny 2 outfit, given the series' usual focus on sci-fi aesthetics and humanoid characters, though this is not the first time a player has attempted to mash the two together. Another player created an outfit in Destiny 2 themed after the Pokemon Articuno in a similar manner, showing just how robust the game's cosmetics can be with the right combinations of gear and shaders.

Of course, Palkia is known to be part of a trio of legendary beasts from Pokemon Diamond and Pearl, leading some to suggest that the player make another outfit based on one of its counterparts, Dialga. Whether they will attempt more Pokemon outfits remains to be seen, but for now, Destiny 2 players should look out for Guardians dressed as legendary Pokemon roaming around the game's many planets and maps.

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Destiny 2
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Top Critic Avg: 84 /100 Critics Rec: 88%
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Released
August 28, 2017
ESRB
T For TEEN for Blood, Language, and Violence
Developer(s)
Bungie
Publisher(s)
Bungie
Engine
Tiger Engine
Multiplayer
Online Multiplayer, Online Co-Op
Cross-Platform Play
PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One & Xbox Series X|S
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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.

Cross Save
yes
Expansions
Destiny 2: Forsaken, Destiny 2: Shadowkeep, Destiny 2: Beyond Light, Destiny 2: The Witch Queen, Destiny 2: Lightfall
Franchise
Destiny
Number of Players
1-6 (Co-Op)
Steam Deck Compatibility
no
Genre(s)
FPS
How Long To Beat
100+
X|S Optimized
YES
PS Plus Availability
Essential, Extra, & Premium (The Witch Queen)