My theory, which I think i mentioned in a previous thread, is to give a little 'crumple space' where some higher gear can pull you past the topmost light without having to hit exactly 400 on everything.
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Destiny |OT43| Just What the Doctor Ordered
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My theory, which I think i mentioned in a previous thread, is to give a little 'crumple space' where some higher gear can pull you past the topmost light without having to hit exactly 400 on everything.
TheAquaticApe
Member
Agreed. HM has a really good balance this time around. I hope they carry this new approach forward. Despite how small ROI really is, the HoW team keeps on winning!
Edit: I just thought of this, but maybe Challenge Mode will be 400 LL.
HM just came out last night. Only the hardcore will have completed it already. I don't think I'll bother until I'm 385 at least. Pretty easy to level up the LL now. I got to 379 from just AF and Strikes last night. Should be able to play HM either this week or next week. Going to watch a guide and see the differences so I don't need an explanation.
SirRattleBalls
Banned
Have not played Destiny in over 5 months, now i don't even know how i can get back into playing it. I feel like I'm so far behind.
I didn't play for over a year and only got back once ROI came out. Easy to get back in. Youtube videos summarizing the changes helped.
SirRattleBalls
Banned
That might be true, but I don't know myself. Either way, not a lot of people in the tower with the emblem yet (which is really cool btw).
I had the highest hopes for the HoW and they didn't disappoint at all. All of those guys need a promotion. ROI is such a pleasure to play now.
Strangelove77
Member
Is anyone starting a normal or heroic WoTM raid in the next hour or so?
xxTHIN_WHITE_DUKExx
Member
Im looking for HM soon. We had a good group last night, just needed some time to gel things out. Was getting late too, so we were all tired.
blazeuk
Member
One thing to remember is that it was released at a pretty bad time for us Europeans, a lot of people won't have bothered attempting it that late if they're working today, I'd expect to start seeing the emblem a lot more by the weekend.
PrivateWHudson
Member
I'd be interested in hard mode.
The requirements are pretty lenient. Go in with a high impact sniper rifle (Event Horizon, Devils Dawn, 1K Yard Stare), a primary you are comfortable with, & you should be fine.
Swords can make quick work of captains, but are by no means required. Just have fun.
wesleyshark
Banned
I'm guessing that challenge mode will be 400. That being said, HM being at 390 is still a formidable challenge. It's balanced well, and with good communication you shouldn't have too many issues.
xxTHIN_WHITE_DUKExx
Member
Yup me too. PSN F0X-AIV3E
Small tip that might be worth trying for any group having trouble with Vosik, as we were: Try using only 3 dedicated bomb throwers in 2 rounds per bomb cycle, rather than 6 throwers at same time. This helped us with add clearance, and the moment we tried it we were dying far less, which is the name of the game. Cleared it with that strategy in 3-4 rounds vs an hour or more or wipes.
We were getting cleared by adds, and this helped us by having a dedicated add clearer on each side, and the timing was a bit easier for our group.
The nice thing about this raid is you can use a lot of different loadouts and be effective. Swords and Horn are nice to have, as well as a good sniper (I use vendor Event Horizon), but there are plenty of good options.
We were getting cleared by adds, and this helped us by having a dedicated add clearer on each side, and the timing was a bit easier for our group.
The nice thing about this raid is you can use a lot of different loadouts and be effective. Swords and Horn are nice to have, as well as a good sniper (I use vendor Event Horizon), but there are plenty of good options.
I can get on as well (PSN: ZonySUX).
1. Strangelove77
2. F0X-AIV3E
3. PrivateWHudson
4. thaghost1978
5. ZonySUX
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Strangelove77
Member
I may have a friend who wants to do it. Let me ask.
xxTHIN_WHITE_DUKExx
Member
Strangelove77
Member
He's in. My PSN is Vincentgrey
I'll invite him.
I guess I'll send invites as well.
xxTHIN_WHITE_DUKExx
Member
Zony and I are in chat. Can join up on F0X-AIV3E or Vincent.
BMO = GOAT
Member
So packages from Factions award you 385+ gear?
I'm torn between either KYS and But Not Forgotten. Similar stats but I know people swear by KYS.
But Not Forgotten:
KYS:
Also torn between Gjally or a Steel Oracle Z-11:
390 max
Yes. Although they get stingy at 390 again.
BMO = GOAT
Member
darkistheway
Member
The 1KYS has higher stability so it will a bit easier to hit crits during DPS phases and the Gjally is the highest utility weapon in the game right now - it does good dps and clears adds like nothing.I'm torn between either KYS and But Not Forgotten. Similar stats but I know people swear by KYS.
But Not Forgotten:
KYS:
Also torn between Gjally or a Steel Oracle Z-11:
Easy choices
Either sniper is fine. I think technically your BNF is "better" due to having (a little) higher impact & a faster reload speed. However, like you said, can't go wrong with the 1KYS.
As for heavy, in my unprofessional opinion, use the
Gjally
You shouldn't have too much trouble with the raid until the final boss. It's not too difficult if you know the mechanics. If you're doing it blind, it'll take some figuring out.
Chase Lebowski
Member
The skeleton key chest at 320 is up to 400?
Rand0m TAG
Member
two questions:
- my main is a titan and am getting a bit bored with him (only at 350light though). should i keep levelling him up or start a new warlock or hunter?
- whats the easiest raid for a noob. can they be done solo or need a party?
- my main is a titan and am getting a bit bored with him (only at 350light though). should i keep levelling him up or start a new warlock or hunter?
- whats the easiest raid for a noob. can they be done solo or need a party?
ethomaz
Banned
Only Crota's Ends can be done sole I guess and it is not a easy task.
For a new character you only needs to reach lvl 40 and after that you infuse the Titan drops in new char gears lacking it near/equal do Titan light... pretty easy and fast.
If you have these items that level up instantally to 40 then you are already in the same light than your Titan at start.
It is easy to level up light with 3 chars too.
molnizzle
Member
Another thing I'm expecting for Destiny 2. Even easier normal modes that have matchmaking, with Heroic being the "real" mode that people still struggle with.
DonutTurtle
Member
It takes 10 ammo for its heavy attack compare to the older swords that take 5. The signature move grants 15% extra damage for 6 seconds. It's the fact that takes 10 ammo for its heavy attack makes it weaker than the others.
My only other experience with raids is from Vanilla WoW. Blizzard basically had to nerf raids to make them even possible after they had been out for weeks.
It kinda takes away a bit of the mystique when the raids are completed so fast. Obviously this is a different game.
That said I have not even attempted the normal raid yet and honestly those are my only complaints about Destiny's raids. They are pretty fantastic for the most part and like nothing else in gaming at the moment.
no one needs it this week. trust me.
Nightfall is the definition of unfun this week. I'd just skip it..
Ah. Thanks for the heads up.
What do you think of the HM raid?
