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Destiny - The Taken King |OT| Time to Explain

Can you earn anything new in the new previewed crucible modes or is it just for fun until Tuesday?
 
But there is more than that?
There is more to the game than that

At this point it's ignorance. There is so much information out there on how HUGE this expansion is and we still get posts like this. It's tiring at this point cause to me it's just a means to get a quick shitpost in.
 
So...

Has the update on PS4 made it hard to use the old disc version for anyone?

I've been swapping between MGS and Destiny for a while, never any issues. Once I updated the PS4 keeps telling me the destiny disc is a) the wrong disc b) it can't be read or c) there IS no disc and clicks around like crazy. Basically I need to press x on the game a half dozen times before it loads, no problems after that.

No problems with MGS. No problem with blu rays.
 
Seems like a decent update for most people so far, but they've removed more for me than they added. Hopefully the exclusion of daily missions and Vanguard Strikes aren't permanent.
 
What's the highest attainable light level currently? I got a new Ghost Shell and Bond that took me up to 170.

It's got to be 170 because that means that all your weapons and gear including your shell and bond have an attack or armor value of 170.
 
I jumped back in for the first time since November and it's incredible how easy it is to get back into it with existing characters. With that being said, I imagine it would not take long to start a new character and ramp it up to 34. It isn't necessary as you can just replay all the story missions with your existing character.
Ah I see thanks.
 
So...

Has the update on PS4 made it hard to use the old disc version for anyone?

I've been swapping between MGS and Destiny for a while, never any issues. Once I updated the PS4 keeps telling me the destiny disc is a) the wrong disc b) it can't be read or c) there IS no disc and clicks around like crazy. Basically I need to press x on the game a half dozen times before it loads, no problems after that.

No problems with MGS. No problem with blu rays.

This is a common PS4 issue. Unplug your PS4 for about 30 seconds then plug it back in. (I did mine for 5 minutes). This also took me 3 tries before it worked, but it did eventually work.
 
It's got to be 170 because that means that all your weapons and gear including your shell and bond have an attack or armor value of 170.

It's capped at 170. You can get 180 class items but even with all 170 + one 180 it shows 170.
 
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No SKU that is just for TTK and the two expansions?

I have the original game via digital download and I really want to try and get back into Destiny. However, I don't need the game...

What's the cheapest route? Legendary digital download I guess?
 
No SKU that is just for TTK and the two expansions?

I have the original game via digital download and I really want to try and get back into Destiny. However, I don't need the game...

What's the cheapest route? Legendary digital download I guess?

Gamestop is offering $ for a trade in of Vanilla Destiny. use that $ to buy the Legendary edition. I think there is a post about it on the 1st or 2nd page.

Edit:
Here
 
One new patrol on Oryx's ship, the Dreadnaught. Smaller new areas like Phobos will be playable in story missions.

Thats... it?! I put Destiny down right after getting to 30 ages ago... there still arent any other large, new planets to explore aside from the launch locations?

Wonder what the ETA is on Destiny 2 and what that might bring... might just end up forgetting about it until then.
 
No SKU that is just for TTK and the two expansions?

I have the original game via digital download and I really want to try and get back into Destiny. However, I don't need the game...

What's the cheapest route? Legendary digital download I guess?
If you're digital you're screwed. If you have vanilla destiny in disc form go to game stop trade it in for 20 bucks and get teh legendary edition which comes with all destiny content to date. For 60 dollars. Bam
 
Gamestop is offering $ for a trade in of Vanilla Destiny. use that $ to buy the Legendary edition. I think there is a post about it on the 1st or 2nd page.

I have the digital version of Destiny only like I stated.

Pretty much just need to eat the extra cost of the Legendary Edition with vanilla Destiny.
 
FYI, Bungie just tweeted that field testing weapons at the Gunsmith for rep begins in one hour (10 PST).

Armsday is Wednesday, so the delivery timing is probably at the same time each momth, and this is the start of his week / weekly reset.
 
Thats... it?! I put Destiny down right after getting to 30 ages ago... there still arent any other large, new planets to explore aside from the launch locations?

Wonder what the ETA is on Destiny 2 and what that might bring... might just end up forgetting about it until then.

What do you mean by it?

The OP talks about:
  • 1 new Destination/Planet
  • 1 new Raid
  • 4 new Strikes
  • 8 new PvP Maps
  • 2 new PvP modes
  • 1 new Weapon Type
  • etc...

You say new planets to explore, but the Dreadnaught (as a Destination) acts as a new "planet" to explore. It just isn't a planet.
 
Thats... it?! I put Destiny down right after getting to 30 ages ago... there still arent any other large, new planets to explore aside from the launch locations?

Wonder what the ETA is on Destiny 2 and what that might bring... might just end up forgetting about it until then.

I believe Luke Smith has said that the Dreadnaught is equivalent in size to the Earths playable areas. So it's essentially a new planet only not a planet.
 
Let's not forget to mention that he just said he put down destiny at level 30...

I held off because I think he is confused.

Someone replied to him that there was a new patrol, and then he commented that there wasn't a new planet.

So either he specificly wants a new planet to explore, or doesn't realize what we mean by new patrol/destination.
 
You're there for now.

It looks like that's the max right now.

Someone posted on the Community side that they had gear that would average above 170, but are still sitting at 170.
Cool. Good to go for next week then.

Where did you find the ghost and bond (...James Bond.)?

Bought the Ghost from the Speaker and Ikora Ray just gave me the Bond for reasons I do not know. I've also seen Ghost Shells and new class items drop for others in Crucible.
 
Thats... it?! I put Destiny down right after getting to 30 ages ago... there still arent any other large, new planets to explore aside from the launch locations?

Wonder what the ETA is on Destiny 2 and what that might bring... might just end up forgetting about it until then.

Taken King is:

  • One large new destination (patrols, public events, etc.), the Dreadnaught
  • Eight story missions
  • Dozens of quests
  • 4 strikes (3 on Xbox) with alternate / branching paths, and several new modifiers; updates to Weekly Heroic and Nightfall strikes
  • 8 Crucible maps
  • 3 game types
  • 1 raid
  • updated patrols on all planets
  • Court of Oryx public event / arena challenge in the Dreadnaught
  • More new gear than Destiny originally shipped with
  • Three new subclasses
  • New enemy faction, the Taken
  • The 2.0 update (see link in the OP)
  • New ghost voice actor, lots of cinematics, etc.
Among other things. It is a very large expansion.
 
I'm really impressed at how much the new UI and music have made the game feel like it got a fresh coat of paint. It's funny how those simple things go a long way.
 
Taken King is:

  • One large new destination (patrols, public events, etc.), the Dreadnaught
  • Eight story missions
  • Dozens of quests
  • 4 strikes (3 on Xbox)
  • 8 Crucible maps
  • 3 game types
  • 1 raid
  • updated patrols on all planets
  • Court of Oryx public event / arena challenge in the Dreadnaught
  • More new gear than Destiny originally shipped with
  • The 2.0 update (see link in the OP)
  • New ghost voice actor, lots of cinematics, etc.

It is a very large expansion.

Looks like a good reason to jump back in.

Especially since I haven't tried the other two expansions yet.

Wish I could just buy TTK and the expansions as one package that doesn't require me to buy the original game all over again though. =(
 
So out of habit I auto dismantled the blue bonds I got from the vanguard subclass quest...if I use the terminal to replay them will I be able to get the quest rewards again?
 
Taken King is:

  • One large new destination (patrols, public events, etc.), the Dreadnaught
  • Eight story missions
  • Dozens of quests
  • 4 strikes (3 on Xbox) with alternate / branching paths, and several new modifiers; updates to Weekly Heroic and Nightfall strikes
  • 8 Crucible maps
  • 3 game types
  • 1 raid
  • updated patrols on all planets
  • Court of Oryx public event / arena challenge in the Dreadnaught
  • More new gear than Destiny originally shipped with
  • Three new subclasses
  • New enemy faction, the Taken
  • The 2.0 update (see link in the OP)
  • New ghost voice actor, lots of cinematics, etc.
Among other things. It is a very large expansion.

Sorry to be a pedant but it's one new subclass for each class (bringing the total to three for each class). ;) (Unless you meant three across the classes, hehe) Either way your point stands: this is a significant update both in terms of content AND mechanics / systems; well worth anyone who dropped it coming back to check it out. I can't wait!
 
Question. What the hell are Legendary Marks? I have tons of Vanguard Marks but it seems everything is now bought with Legendary and I have no idea how to get them. Any ideas?
 
Sorry to be a pedant but it's one new subclass for each class (bringing the total to three for each class). ;) (Unless you mean three across the classes, hehe) Either way your point stands: this is a significant update both in terms of content AND mechanics / systems; well worth anyone who dropped it coming back to check it out. I can't wait!

To be clear, I meant one new subclass on each of the three classes, for three total subclasses. :p
Question. What the hell are Legendary Marks? I have tons of Vanguard Marks but it seems everything is now bought with Legendary and I have no idea how to get them. Any ideas?

Vanguard and Crucible marks are being merged into one currency called Legendary Marks. That way both PvE and PvP players can join factions and buy their stuff. The change will take place on the 15h, which is also when you start earning them.
 
Question. What the hell are Legendary Marks? I have tons of Vanguard Marks but it seems everything is now bought with Legendary and I have no idea how to get them. Any ideas?
They will be unlocked on 15th. Basically anything you do like strikes, PvP will get you LM.
 
At this point it's ignorance. There is so much information out there on how HUGE this expansion is and we still get posts like this. It's tiring at this point cause to me it's just a means to get a quick shitpost in.
Haha like all the information on the first post?
 
If your download is going super slow do the pause trick and itll at least make sure you can play tomorrow

Thanks for the tip! I tried it out last night, but it seemingly made the download slower! I woke up this morning to see that the download still had an hour left. I have a FIOS connection.

Oh, well. At least I'll get to play tonight. Thanks, again.
 
So, I just have the base game. I'm boned then? I have to put down 60 for an expansion?

Saw a thread about GameStop offering 20.00 towards the legendary edition for a trade-in of Destiny. Not sure if you can take advantage of this, but that's a decent savings.

Edit: nvm. Ad listed a few posts up.
 
How many more times am I going to have to return to the Tower before my brain finally processes that I can turn in quests anywhere now? Stupid brain, work better.
 
hey guys, the xp system right now is tweaked so everybody levels up at a fast pace before the TTK or this is how is gonna be from now on? if it is, im gonna be 40 the very same night TTK is released (which isnt a bad thing)
 
So with the new level system... should someone be able to easily solo Vault of Glass or Crota's End once they reach lvl 40?
 
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