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Leana Walker

My main engineer on ME3MP.

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Bungie Weekly Update - 12/5/19

This week at Bungie, we revealed Season of Dawn. 

There has been a lot to learn. Did you miss any of it?

On Tuesday, we released a new trailer to showcase the new stories set into motion by your victories over the Vex. Time is broken on Mercury. It’s up to you to use the Sundial to prevent the Cabal from rewriting history. Along the way, you’ll have the chance to rescue an old friend.

We followed that up with a livestream packed with additional details on what to expect from Season of Dawn. Didn’t get a chance to watch it live? It’s OK, we taped it on VHS for you. You can watch it here if you don’t have a VCR: https://www.twitch.tv/videos/517034313?t=14m01s

We know you want to plan your best gameplay sessions, so we condensed the big beats for Season of Dawn into this handy-dandy calendar. 

For some more quick details about what to expect next season, check out this Season of Dawn page right here on Bungie.net.

There have also been some spicy videos showing off solar subclass changes coming to Hunters next week.

It’s a trap!

Line ‘em up, Knock em down!

Bet you can’t stick ‘em 

We’ll show off some of the changes to Warlocks and Titans in the days to come.

HERE COME THE BULLETS

Here’s a preview of some changes arriving with Season of Dawn. We previously discussed some upcoming subclass changes to solar subclasses here, but we have a few extra tuning notes below. We also have some notes on Exotic Engram changes, powerful rewards caps, bounties, Crucible maps, and more!

Rewards

Increased the drop rate of the “Scourge of the Past” raid Exotic weapon Anarchy from 5% to 10%

The Exotic Engram and the Fated Engram have been collapsed into a single new Exotic Engram item

When opened, it awards a new Exotic if any remain to be collected; otherwise, it contains a random piece of Exotic armor

Note: Contents are still class-specific

Powerful and Pinnacle Reward Caps

Powerful Cap: 960, up from 950

Pinnacle Cap: 970, up from 960

Escalation Protocol

Escalation Protocol wave 7 chest no longer requires a key to open

Chest can be opened upon every successful completion of wave 7

Each time opening the chest awards one piece of EP armor for your character class until you have the full set

After full set is acquired, subsequent opening of the chest awards a random piece of armor

Charged Decryption Keys and Key Fragments are being removed from the game; these items will be removed from player inventories

Armory keys to spawn Valkyrie Javelins are unchanged and will remain

EP weapon drops were not touched and are still cumulative-stream boss drops

Weapon Mods

The cost of slotting a weapon mod has been reduced from 5,000 Glimmer to 500 Glimmer

Fixed an issue where Ada-1 could grant duplicate weapon mods

Bounties

Repeatable bounties have been added to the Gunsmith

Merged strike/Crucible/Gambit objectives on the Gunsmith weekly bounty "Field Calibration" into a single objective that shares progress from all sources

Removed Valor/Infamy and Vanguard tokens from "Field Calibration" as there is no longer a requirement for any of these linked activities

Added new mode-specific daily Crucible bounties (one per day, selected from full-time playlists and active rotators)

Reduced the completion requirements of several daily and repeatable Crucible bounties

Removed grenade and melee bounties from the Crucible bounty repeatable pool

Striker Code of the Missile (Middle Path)

Thundercrash

Increased base damage from 2,700 to 3,200

Increased in-flight damage from 100 to 200

Slightly increased the amount of time you have in the air after activation

Nightstalker Way of the Pathfinder (Bottom Path)

Vanish in Smoke

Added a short period (0.8 seconds) after the invisibility is applied where firing weapons or performing other actions will not break invisibility

This should help prevent allies from accidentally breaking invisibility the moment it’s granted to them if unexpected

Voidwalker Attunement of Fission (Middle Path)

Handheld Supernova

Adjusted grenade charge time so it lines up with the animations and FX; this should make it feel more consistent to activate

Crucible Maps

Added Rusted Lands to appropriate playlists

Added The Dead Cliffs, Legion’s Gulch, Retribution, and Solitude to appropriate playlists

Removed Emperor’s Respite, Equinox, Firebase Echo, and Vostok from all Crucible playlists

These maps are still available for play in private matches

WHAT’S IN STORE?

The past couple seasons of Destiny have brought a lot of change to the Eververse as we look to how we support Destiny on our own as an evolving world. Today we’d like to talk about some of what we’ve heard from you about Season of the Undying, and outline how your feedback is going to impact Season of Dawn.

SILVER-ONLY CONTENT

Offering some amount of Eververse content for Silver only is part of ensuring we are able to fund our ability to keep creating and maintaining Destiny and supporting the team that makes Destiny. That said, we agree with you that we’d also like to see a higher ratio of items that will also be available for Bright Dust. By the end of Season of the Undying, around 50% of Eververse content will have been offered for Bright Dust. In Season of Dawn, we’re going to make around 80% of Eververse content available for Bright Dust at some point during the season.

We’ve also heard you say that you want to know what will be offered for Silver only so you can plan what you are interested in buying.  We agree that providing transparency is vital to making informed decisions. We plan to share on social every week what items will be for Silver only during the season as they appear on the Eververse store.

BRIGHT DUST ECONOMY

In Season of the Undying, we changed Bright Dust from a pay-and/or-play-to-earn currency to a play-to-earn reward. We want all players to be able to acquire a selection of their favorite Eververse content every season just by playing the game, and we’ve been keeping an eye on the Bright Dust economy in Season of the Undying with this in mind. In Season of Dawn, all Dawning Weekly and Repeatable bounties will award Bright Dust in quantities equal to the amount awarded from strike, Crucible, and Gambit bounties (200 per weekly and 10 per repeatable). Crimson Days will do the same for Weekly bounties only, as this event does not include Repeatable bounties.

DUPLICATE PURCHASE PREVENTION

The Eververse store no longer permits purchasing an item that is already in your Collection. Hopefully this makes it much more clear which items you have already purchased and will keep you from spending Silver or Bright Dust on an item you already have.

LOOKING AHEAD

We’re always looking at your feedback, and we’re going to keep being open with you on how that feedback is woven into our overall goals for Destiny and for Bungie. As we’re planning for future seasons, we’re also thinking about the types and themes of content offered through Eververse as well as the role of cosmetic content as a reward for achievement. We’re committed to continually and thoughtfully adjusting the Eververse store to ensure it’s a balanced and optional part of the Destiny player experience while also ensuring that we can support the team creating and evolving Destiny. Please keep the feedback coming, and thanks for all you do to support the team.

GET IT BEFORE IT’S GONE

It’s shopping season. You might be thinking about what’s on your own wish list. Here’s a fact that might help you make an informed purchasing decision when it comes to Destiny…

On December 10, the Digital Deluxe Edition of Shadowkeep will no longer be available. Season of the Undying is almost over. Season of Dawn begins soon. The longer time progresses, the less value you’ll be able to derive from the offering that includes all the Seasons we’re deploying this year—so we’re going to stop selling the bundle.

If you still want it, you have a few days left to grab it for 25% off!*

*retail participation may vary

GHOST OF EXOS PASSED

As we prepare for the changing of the seasons, Player Support has the info you need to know before you go. 

This is their report.

SEASONS FLEETINGCurrently, we’re in the final week for Season of the Undying in Destiny 2. All players should be aware that after this Season comes to an end, some activities and loot sources will become unavailable. Here are some notable callouts:

Undying’s free and premium Season rewards—including acquisition for Eriana’s Vow*

Eriana’s Vow catalyst quest*

Vex Offensive matchmade activity

Vex Invasions on the Moon

Vex Weapon Data Seeds from Ikora

The Gatelord’s Eye Seasonal Artifact

Power bonuses granted from the Seasonal Artifact

Season-specific Triumphs, seals, and titles

*Please note that Eriana’s Vow and its catalyst quest will become obtainable through alternative acquisition paths in a future release. Players who have already obtained and begun this quest may complete it after the season ends. Stay tuned for updates.

For an extensive list of tracked items, players should visit this help article.

DESTINY 2 UPDATE 2.7.0Next week, Season of the Undying ends and Season of Dawn kicks off with the release of Destiny 2 Update 2.7.0. Please see below for the rollout timeline.

8 AM PST (1600 UTC): Destiny service maintenance begins

8 AM PST (1645 UTC): Destiny 1 and 2 are taken offline on all platforms

9 AM PST (1700 UTC): Destiny 2 Update 2.7.0 begins rolling out across all platforms and regions

10 AM PST (1800 UTC): Destiny 1 and Destiny 2 are back online on all platforms; Season of Dawn begins

11 AM PST (1900 UTC): Destiny service maintenance concludes

For future release timelines when they are available, players should visit our Destiny Server and Update Status help article. For live updates as this maintenance occurs, players should follow @BungieHelp on Twitter or monitor our support feed at help.bungie.net.

INVITATION NOTIFICATIONS

Today, we’d like to announce an upcoming feature that allows players to disable clan invite notifications in-game.

Starting with the 2.7.0 update, PC players will be able to disable these in-game notifications by going to Settings > Gameplay > Clan Invite Notifications. When this feature is disabled, players will no longer receive clan invite notifications during Destiny 2 gameplay. Players on other platforms can expect this feature to arrive at a later date.

Please note that all players can already disable clan invites entirely if they so choose by visiting their Bungie.net profile settings. In a desktop browser, this can be found under Settings > Privacy > Destiny Privacy. Here, players can individually choose which platforms they do and do not wish to have clan invites enabled on.

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House of Light Part 2: Moonshadow

Summary:

Fireteam Paralight have allied with the House of Light to get them a reactor from Firebase Hades so they can produce Ether. But it won't be easy getting in, so Rae contacts a friend who might be able to help. But does she have problems of her own...?

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“So here’s my plan…” Rae began, sitting in a planning room aboard Mithrax’s Ketch with Blaze, Adam, Tif, Mithrax and two armed Vandals, “The nearest Red Legion base is Firebase Hades – the centre of the Legion’s operations here in the EDZ. I’ve a hunch that we might find a reactor in there that could help produce Ether for the House of Light.” “One tiny problem.” Blaze added, “If I know anything about the Cabal, it’s that they’re stubborn. There’s no doubt that there’s bound to be some straggling Red Legion soldiers who’re trying to preserve whatever’s left of their army.” “Blaze’s right.” Adam agreed, “The Cabal aren’t going to let us just waltz in and grab what we want.” “So how get in?” Mithrax asked. “I have a contact that I’ve recently reunited with who’s proficient in stealth. To the point where she’s been living in the shadows for years unseen by the Tower and the Red Legion.” “Damn straight!” Mithrax and Tif jumped slightly at the addition of the mysterious voice, as they along with the Vandals drew their weapons. “Relax. That’s my contact.” Rae reassured, “Mithrax, Tif, I’d like you to meet Marcia Wyverk.” As Rae said this, Tif and Mithrax saw Marcia decloak from the other side of the room. “Us Hunters are the best when it comes to stealth.” Blaze began, “But Marcia is a Voidwalker, meaning she can turn invisible and sneak into places without even being noticed.” “Plus my Ghost is quite handy at hacking into technology.” Marcia added with a smirk, “We’ll get you in there in no time.” Marcia glanced over at Tif, “Y’know when Rae told me there was a Guardian aligned with the Eliksni, I thought she was messing with me. But you’re the real deal. Not too surprised though. I know an Eliksni who used to be with the House of Devils but became a Guardian.” “Wait, really?” Tif’s eyes lit up, “There’s an Eliksni Guardian?” “Yup. Zakris is his name, along with his Ghost Vakoh. I was planning to come down here to visit him at the Farm, but I figured might as well help out Paralight and their new Eliksni friends.” Marcia grinned before seeming to greet Mithrax in Eliksni, which he replied to. “You know Eliksni?” Rae asked. “Zakris taught me a few phrases. I can say hello, goodbye, ask for directions…y’know, the basics.” Marcia replied, “Anyway, the plan.” Marcia placed a map of the EDZ on the meeting room table. “Did you…isn’t that one of Cayde’s maps?” Blaze asked. “Did you steal one of his maps?” Rae shot a questioning glare. “Maaaaaybe.” Marcia grinned, before pointing at a place on the map, “So, this right here is Firebase Hades. While I sneak in, you lot will get into a position. Nox and I will get in, open the entrance and we’ll charge inside. I’ll sneak around the base a bit before hand to see if I can locate a reactor. Sound good?” Tif gave Mithrax a brief translation. Mithrax nodded in agreement. Rae smiled, “Alright. Let’s move out.” ——————————————————————— The House of Light had split up into three groups – a member of Fireteam Paralight with each one. Adam and Blaze’s group was mostly Dregs and Vandals, while Rae’s group was her two Vandals, two Shanks, Tif and Mithrax. The groups were located around the front of the base, hiding in the treeline. “This is Marcia.” Marcia whispered into the comms, “I’m going in. Move in on my signal.” “What’s the signal?” Rae asked. “You’ll know…” Marcia chuckled. Rae sighed as Mithrax spoke up, “Voidwalker…very strange.” “Extremely.” Tif added. “You have no idea…” Rae sighed. Marcia went invisible and began to sneak towards the Red Legion base. “Any plan on how we get in?” Nox asked from within Marcia’s head. “Cabal are strong, but they aren’t very smart. No matter how fortified their bases may be, there’s always a back door.” Marcia whispered as she came across a large vent on the outside of the fort, “Case in point.” Marcia gave a quick glance around to make sure no Red Legion forces were around before removing the vent cover and crawling inside through the ducts, “Little light here, pal?” “On it.” Nox eye began to glow brightly, the dark vents now illuminated with a pinkish light. Marcia silently slinked through the vents looking through any vent grates to see if she could spot a reactor. Finally, she came across a vent grate where she spotted what looked like a reactor capable of producing Ether. “That might work…” Marcia muttered to herself before whispering into her comm, “This is Marcia. Reactor located. Sending coordinates to your Ghosts.” “Got it. Waiting on your signal.” Rae replied, “Please don’t do anything too flashy.” “Alright, I’ll knock it down a few levels.” “Much appreciated.” Marcia went to turn and crawl back when she felt the Darkness stir up inside her. She hissed in pain and discomfort as she gripped her corrupted arm. “Are you alright?” Nox asked in concern. “That’s the third time this week…” Marcia muttered, “Something’s causing my Darkness to stir up and don’t like it…” Marcia shook her head as she shrugged off the uncomfortable sensation, “I’ll deal with that later. Let’s go give the signal and get the front entrance open. You okay to hack it." "Child's play." ——————————————————————— Fireteam Paralight and the House of Light waited patiently for Marcia’s signal. “Once Marcia gives the signal, we charge in, get the reactor, and get out.” Rae spoke up. “And kill any Red Legion idiots that get in our way, yeah?” Blaze spoke through the comms. “I’m down with that!” Tif grinned. “What do you think the signal’s gonna be?” Berhane asked. *Peeeeeeeeeeeew…* *BANG, BANG, BANG-BANG-BANG, BANG!!!* Everyone jumped in shock as fireworks began shooting up from the base as the front entrance opened up to reveal Marcia shooting her handcannon at some Cabal. “In my own defence,” Marcia smirked through the comms, “I could’ve been MUCH flashier! So I technically took it down a few notches!” “For Light’s sake…” Rae sighed as she grabbed her auto-rifle as she ran into battle with her Fireteam and the House of Light, attacking from multiple different directions. Mithrax yelled out something in Eliksni, causing most of the Vandals, Shanks and Dregs to attack the surrounding Red Legion while two Vandals followed him, Tif and Paralight inside the base where Marcia was. “Come on, come on! Let’s get a move on!” Marcia called as she led them through the base to where she saw the reactor, “It’s just a few rooms away!” “Where did you even get fireworks?!” Rae exclaimed as she ran. “I’ll never tell!” Marcia winked. Rae didn’t notice that Marcia’s left arm was tensed up, her fist clenched tightly in discomfort… To Be Continued…