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[Bollocks]

fuck I just grinded my 2nd char to 26 so I can run the nf twice.
it was only good for 1 week now it's back to the grind again ._.

 

[MythicReclaimer]

You get a Mote for every 80k XP. I get more as RNG drops than through the "level up" after 20.

Yeah, I've had 3 Motes of Light pop from the Cryptarch from say 6-7 blue engrams on a single visit before which is why I hope they consider making it an "either/or" scenario regarding upgrading your existing Exotic gear through Xur and Exotic shards with Strange Coins. I hope they will at some point let you use either Motes of Light or Strange Coins.

I guess currently the only use of Motes of Light is cosmetic items and some use through the Iron Banner but I don't do competitive multiplayer (well, I'll dabble if needed for an Exotic weapon bounty) so I am not sure of the details there.

 

[robertlebrone]

When is the new content going live? I've got a couple exotic bounties I'm sitting on and I don't want to pull the trigger until then.

 

[Lima]

So I was thinking... if you have three characters then you can get all of them close to the Vanguard level rep bump, and you can also hold a full set of completed Vanguard bounties, and then you could go over the rep bump tomorrow and look for a commendation. Doing that with three characters would get you three commendations.

Doing that also with Crucible at the same time would get you three Crucible commendations too early tomorrow morning.

If people are doing that, and if it works, then people can reach level 31 sometime tomorrow even... maybe you can put your commendations in the Vault, or maybe even if you can't then people running three characters of the same class can transfer their new armor in the vault... if that worked you could buy six pieces of level 31 armor tomorrow morning...

... is anyone doing that? (I just thought of it myself today so I am certainly not ready...)

Well I know one thing. With 3 lvl 30 characters and the hard raid not available(the one thing I was looking forward to) I'm gonna poop on all of that new vendor gear and go straight for the new raid gear. I might go buy some vendor gear in January whenever they unlock the hard raid and I haven't gotten raid gear by then (which as Bungie promised should not happen).

I will re level most of my exotic armor and then concentrate on new weapons.

 

[Messiek]

In a recent "Raid Preview" and in the Trailer there's a scene that looks like a teleport, the same as when we enter The Black Garden, and 6 players in the cosmodrome.
What do you guys think?

 

[MythicReclaimer]

When is the new content going live? I've got a couple exotic bounties I'm sitting on and I don't want to pull the trigger until then.

4:00 AM EST, I believe.

 

[firehawk12]

I was conflicted about whether the raid should have matchmaking prior to playing it. I'm no longer conflicted: it would be an absolute clusterfuck. No one would have a good experience; exYle outlined it well.

Make it optional though. It's not a big deal for people who want to play in private groups.

 

[Byron Bluth]

When is the new content going live? I've got a couple exotic bounties I'm sitting on and I don't want to pull the trigger until then.

Reset at 4am EST tonight

 

[Byron Bluth]

Reposting for Excitement!!!

CROTAS END FIRST TIME RAID AT LAUNCH - 4AM EST TUESDAY DECEMBER 9TH

PS4: Cosmos_Man

1.Byron Bluth - PSN: Cosmos_Man - Level 30 Titan, Warlock and Hunter
2. ComputerMkII - PSN: ComputerMkII - Level 30 Titan
3. Auto_aim1 - PSN: Kartik21 - Level 30 Titan, Warlock and Hunter
4. R0ckman - PSN: arekkusu77 - Level 30 Hunter
5. Dhruv_hanom - PSN: Dhruv_Hanom - Level 30 Titan
6. hydruxo - PSN: hydruxxo - Level 30 Hunter

Alt(s):
1. toastyToast
2. a_javierp
3. Owlowiscious - Pikapuff

hydruxxo I am down for another one after this one! Gotta get all 3 classes I have through it!

SO PUMPED!

Spoiler

Not looking forward to getting nothing but shards and energy

Anyone want to run Nightfalls after the raid?

 

[amar212]

Reset at 4am EST tonight

How many timezones are in everyday use in the US?

I mean, among "normal" people, not Zulu army time or whatnot?

Do you learn the offsets is school or something?

 

[spyder_ur]

How many timezones are in everyday use in the US?

I mean, among "normal" people, not Zulu army time or whatnot?

Do you learn the offsets is school or something?

There's 4, so three hours difference from the east coast to west.

And yes I learned it in school, I think?

 

[MagnetoWasRight]

All those delicious ranks ready to roll over. I'm sure I won't get anything for Dead Orbit rank 2 but I kept it anyway. Tons of bounties ready to go too, but I'll only submit enough to roll over in case I get something on the raid tomorrow.

 

[Manp]

i need help with the Thorn bounty... if someone want to join i have to do the summoning pits strike and kill Xyor, but this shit is already getting on my nerves.

tnx

 

[JetBlackPanda]

I was conflicted about whether the raid should have matchmaking prior to playing it. I'm no longer conflicted: it would be an absolute clusterfuck. No one would have a good experience; exYle outlined it well.

I agree 100% but I still think it should just have a warning.

"This content is intended for skilled groups that work together and communicate well. Failure to do so will result in frustration, Bungie recommends finding guardians you are comfortable with and forging an alliance to press forward" are you sure you want to continue with matchmaking.

Let people lose there heads and fail or succeed. What's the big deal?

 

[Homeboyd]

Had one drop, so this is our final line-up for the Xbone Raid tomorrow. Reserve spots still available, but I believe everyone has confirmed being available for this day/time:

Xbone Crota's End (Blind) Crew

GAF Name (GT)
1. Homeboyd (Homeboyd903) - 30 | Titan
2. E92 (Trance Addix) - 30 | Hunter
3. giggletoe (Toejam2501) - 30 | Warlock
4. Misterthirsty (Misterthirsty) - 30 | Titan
5. ghazi (ghazzarro) - 30 | Warlock
6. iceman829 (iceman829) - 30 Hunter

Reserves:
1. Victory Red (NJ Shlice) - 30 | Titan or Warlock
2.
3.

Date: Tuesday, December 9, 2014
Time: 9:30 PM Eastern

Queue to join this group on b.net if you haven't already: http://www.bungie.net/en/Clan/Forum/380586

 

[Duane Cunningham]

A little late, but thanks again to Hawk/Dave/Hudson/Forrest/ArcAngel for that awesome raid last night! That was really a blast.

 

[Diablohead]

I found my first legendary fusion rifle last night, before now I have never used a fusion above a blue and prefered to use snipers and shotguns but a good fusion rifle is really nice for dealing damage against yellow health mobs, stacking the fusion damage with weapons of light is also really nice, it's amazing.

 

[ComputerMKII]

Gunslinger or Bladedancer?

Bladedancer. I suck at it so I should have picked the other one :/

 

[E92 M3]

Had one drop, so this is our final line-up for the Xbone Raid tomorrow. Reserve spots still available, but I believe everyone has confirmed being available for this day/time:

Xbone Crota's End (Blind) Crew

GAF Name (GT)
1. Homeboyd (Homeboyd903) - 30 | Titan
2. E92 (Trance Addix) - 30 | Hunter
3. giggletoe (Toejam2501) - 30 | Warlock
4. Misterthirsty (Misterthirsty) - 30 | Titan
5. ghazi (ghazzarro) - 30 | Warlock
6. iceman829 (iceman829) - 30 Hunter

Reserves:
1.
2.
3.

Date: Tuesday, December 9, 2014
Time: 9:30 PM Eastern

Queue to join this group on b.net if you haven't already: http://www.bungie.net/en/Clan/Forum/380586

Dat class balance - so hyped to get this going tomorrow.

 

[Homeboyd]

Dat class balance - so hyped to get this going tomorrow.

Yeah that worked out well. 2 of each class, all 30's. Should be fun! Luke don't fail me now!

 

[Lima]

I found my first legendary fusion rifle last night, before now I have never used a fusion above a blue and prefered to use snipers and shotguns but a good fusion rifle is really nice for dealing damage against yellow health mobs, stacking the fusion damage with weapons of light is also really nice, it's amazing.

That's because fusion rifles don't have a damage penalty against majors and ultras. They are the best weapon to take down yellow enemies. Which is why the Mythoclast will be beast in the new raid.

My setup will be

Mythoclast
Praetorian Foil or Found Verdict
Corrective Measure

 

[MagnetoWasRight]

Dat class balance - so hyped to get this going tomorrow.

What balance? They're not all defender Titans.

 

[figadapaura]

Bladedancer. I suck at it so I should have picked the other one :/

How can you suck at bladedancer? Unless you're trying to use it for PvE.

 

[Twilight Gap]

where's mah raid group

 

[Zakalwe]

I agree 100% but I still think it should just have a warning.

"This content is intended for skilled groups that work together and communicate well. Failure to do so will result in frustration, Bungie recommends finding guardians you are comfortable with and forging an alliance to press forward" are you sure you want to continue with matchmaking.

Let people lose there heads and fail or succeed. What's the big deal?

All the inherent problems that come with MM could turn off a lot of players. It could also reduce the potential pool of players looking for pre-mades.

There's no absolute reason to say no, but there are definite downsides to MM systems for experiences like these.

A party board in game is a much, much better idea. Somewhere you can stipulate requirements.

MM is mainly for loading up on awhim, the raid is not something you should play on a whim (well, veterans are fine but your average player: no). A party board would still have the prerequisite of putting a little commitment in to finding a group but that being within the game would make finding members much easier.

Even players with little time to play who can't plan ahead would be able to use this system when they find a few hours spare. It would be much better suited to the content than MM.

 

[honestrade]

Should I use my marks before the expansion hits to buy legendary boots from vanguard? I've been stuck at 26 for a while and boots would put me at 27. I'd like to use my first commendation to buy a primary as opposed to boots.

Also I'd like to run VoG for the first time - can I do it at 26?

 

[Owlowiscious]

Best option for this is to divide people in 3 groups 1st group looks for chests 2nd group looks for the firts part of puzzle and 3rd group of hunters go invisible and explore.

peoeple didn't even know chests existed back then

 

[Victory Red]

Had one drop, so this is our final line-up for the Xbone Raid tomorrow. Reserve spots still available, but I believe everyone has confirmed being available for this day/time:

Xbone Crota's End (Blind) Crew

GAF Name (GT)
1. Homeboyd (Homeboyd903) - 30 | Titan
2. E92 (Trance Addix) - 30 | Hunter
3. giggletoe (Toejam2501) - 30 | Warlock
4. Misterthirsty (Misterthirsty) - 30 | Titan
5. ghazi (ghazzarro) - 30 | Warlock
6. iceman829 (iceman829) - 30 Hunter

Reserves:
1.
2.
3.

Date: Tuesday, December 9, 2014
Time: 9:30 PM Eastern

Queue to join this group on b.net if you haven't already: http://www.bungie.net/en/Clan/Forum/380586

Lemme get a reserve spot.

GT: NJ Shlice

Level 30 Titan or Warlock. whatever we need.

 

[LiK]

where's mah raid group

Tomorrow evening

 

[ComputerMKII]

How can you suck at bladedancer? Unless you're trying to use it for PvE.

PvE's fine but I get killed from a distance in PvP.

 

[figadapaura]

where's mah raid group

hibernating

PvE's fine but I get killed from a distance in PvP.

You shouldn't be using it if the person you're trying to kill is far away.

 

[Owlowiscious]

Also I'd like to run VoG for the first time - can I do it at 26?

you will be a burden for the last two bosses.

 

[Lima]

PvE's fine but I get killed from a distance in PvP.

Spec for max agility and use blink. Also use hungering blade to get health regen upon kill. Now slash your foes and enjoy easy mode super.

 

[hydruxo]

Reposting for Excitement!!!

CROTAS END FIRST TIME RAID AT LAUNCH - 4AM EST TUESDAY DECEMBER 9TH

PS4: Cosmos_Man

1.Byron Bluth - PSN: Cosmos_Man - Level 30 Titan, Warlock and Hunter
2. ComputerMkII - PSN: ComputerMkII - Level 30 Titan
3. Auto_aim1 - PSN: Kartik21 - Level 30 Titan, Warlock and Hunter
4. R0ckman - PSN: arekkusu77 - Level 30 Hunter
5. Dhruv_hanom - PSN: Dhruv_Hanom - Level 30 Titan
6. hydruxo - PSN: hydruxxo - Level 30 Hunter

Alt(s):
1. toastyToast
2. a_javierp
3. Owlowiscious - Pikapuff

hydruxxo I am down for another one after this one! Gotta get all 3 classes I have through it!

SO PUMPED!

Spoiler

Not looking forward to getting nothing but shards and energy

Anyone want to run Nightfalls after the raid?

I'm so ready. Thinking about streaming our run too.

 

[Deku Tree]

In a recent "Raid Preview" and in the Trailer there's a scene that looks like a teleport, the same as when we enter The Black Garden, and 6 players in the cosmodrome.
What do you guys think?

We will find out tomrrow. Could just be a promo shot. Could be that part of the raid is on the cosmodrome after a blind teleport.

 

[Flying Toaster]

Did something crazy... Did not play Destiny for more than 40 minutes a day this weekend.

It felt strange, but good.

I cannot wait for tomorrow though, back to the grindstone.

 

[honestrade]

you will be a burden for the last two bosses.

That's what I was thinking. I may just buy the boots so I can get to 27 and raid.

 

[Twilight Gap]

where's the rest of my raid group

 

[E92 M3]

What balance? They're not all defender Titans.

Shhh no need for defenders only Gjallahorn

Lemme get a reserve spot.

GT: NJ Shlice

Level 30 Titan or Warlock. whatever we need.

Alrighty, also join our group - we can communicate there for any last minute changes and what not.

 

[Bizazedo]

hydruxxo I am down for another one after this one! Gotta get all 3 classes I have through it!

SO PUMPED!

I'm so ready. Thinking about streaming our run too.

4 am, you guys are nuts haha. Learn as much as possible for us for Wednesday! .

 

[MagnetoWasRight]

Shhh no need for defenders only Gjallahorn

What about defenders... with Gjallahorn???

 

[LollipoPReapeR]

We will find out tomrrow. Could just be a promo shot. Could be that part of the raid is on the cosmodrome after a blind teleport.

Pretty sure that bits a promo. They were just advertising how you can use blades in the wild now

 

[ComputerMKII]

hibernating


You shouldn't be using it if the person you're trying to kill is far away.

Spec for max agility and use blink. Also use hungering blade to get health regen upon kill. Now slash your foes and enjoy easy mode super.

Thanks for the advice. I can't use Hungering Blade though, because it's the last ability I can unlock and I'm pretty much only playing Hunter so I can get its trophy...

 

[Byron Bluth]

4 am, you guys are nuts haha. Learn as much as possible for us for Wednesday! .

Hahahaha, we will learn all the secrets!

I'm so ready. Thinking about streaming our run too.

Lets do it!

 

[LiK]

Thanks for the advice. I can't use Hungering Blade though, because it's the last ability I can unlock and I'm pretty much only playing Hunter so I can get its trophy...

Play more Skirmish for the smaller maps.

 

[Flying Toaster]

Thanks for the advice. I can't use Hungering Blade though, because it's the last ability I can unlock and I'm pretty much only playing Hunter so I can get its trophy...

Hunter is a strange class... I played it for the same reason and then started to really like it during a random strike.. Something just clicked. Warlocks for life though.

 

[Dr_LawyerCop]

It makes sense to do the nightfall first tomorrow, right? Give you a roll at an upgraded exotic or legendary, and makes the bounties I've been saving worth more.

 

[LollipoPReapeR]

Hunter is a strange class... I played it for the same reason and then started to really like it during a random strike.. Something just clicked. Warlocks for life though.

Same. Warlock is my main, but something just clicks when playing hunter in PvP...

 

[figadapaura]

Play more Skirmish for the smaller maps.

Nah, if you want lots of kills with arc blade you want to be sneaking up on control zones.

It makes sense to do the nightfall first tomorrow, right? Give you a roll at an upgraded exotic or legendary, and makes the bounties I've been saving worth more.

Yeah.

Always do Nightfall first unless you're planning to raid I suppose.

 

[commish]

The raid will be active starting tomorrow? Why did I think it wasn't going to be live for a week after release?