As the week draws to a close in Destiny 2, as Guardians prepare for the new season, Season 21 sees the mysterious and shadowy presence of Xur, the Exotic Merchant, loom one last time.
What happened in Destiny 2 this week? Before Xur lures you back into his corner of the Destiny 2 universe with new offerings, let’s take a look back at the past week. And a lot happened there.
Looking ahead, we have also put together a preview of the new Season 22, which will start next Tuesday, August 22nd, and tell you what’s in it according to the current status.
All information about Xur on August 18, 2023 – PS4, PS5, PC, Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S
Xur will return to his job in Destiny 2 today, selling you exotic items that are available quickly.
When is Xur coming? Xur visits Destiny 2 every Friday at 7:00 p.m. His visit ends the following Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. During this period, his shop is open and all Guardians can purchase exotic items from him.
Where is Xur located? This is his camp for the weekend
The position of Xur: Xur prefers secluded locations to showcase his exotic wares. However, its exact location will always remain a closely guarded secret until the weekly reset at 7:00 p.m. But don’t worry, the Destiny editorial team is hot on his heels every Friday and reveals where to find him.
Here is Xur: Nessus in the guardian tomb on the big tree
Xur’s inventory from 08/18 – 08/22 – All exotics at a glance
What does Xur offer? Xur presents a full range of exotic weapons and armor. These unique items give Wardens powerful extra abilities that give them a decisive advantage in battle.
His goods change weekly, which means that his offer is always a little surprise. However, we list his offer for you so that you can be informed quickly.
This is Xur’s offer
Weapon: DARCI – Sniper Rifle for 29 Legendary Shards
Titanium: ACD/0 Feedback Obstacle – Armguard for 23 Legendary Shards
Hunter: Ahamkara’s Spine – Armguards for 23 Legendary Shards
Warlock: Apotheosis Veil – Headgear for 23 Legendary Shards
Legendary Armor Set: Tusk Loyalty Set
In addition to the regular offer, Xur has also been selling unique rolls for exotics from exotic missions from past DLCs that are no longer available every week for a few seasons. However, you can only buy these weapons from Xur if you also have the appropriate extension.
He currently has these two weapons on offer:
Trials of Osiris from August 18th to 22nd – Maps, weapon and info
The most flawless Guardians are found in PvP in Trials of Osiris. This endgame challenge features intense 3v3 combat where only the most daring and skilled can claim the Master rewards on the lighthouse.
Which map is it this week? In the Trials, the Keepers have to focus on a specific map. It will not rotate and will remain active until the August 22nd weekly reset.
These maps are rotating this week: Altar of Flames, Wormport and Downtown
This is the reward for a flawless run: Every week, a very special weapon awaits you on the lighthouse, which you get as a master version for your flawless run, i.e. 7 victories. You can earn the weapon until next Tuesday, August 22nd at 7:00 p.m.
There is always an Adept weapon as a reward if you make it safely into the lighthouse with your ticket.
This week’s adept weapon is: The Glaive “Unexpected Return”
Focus on the loot you want: By the way, you can also focus your exam engrams on the weapon of your choice with the 14th saint. On top there are Enhancement Prisms and Ascendant Fragments.
When do the trials officially start? The Trials of Osiris begins today, August 18, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. and ends with the Weekly Reset, August 22, 2023 at 7:00 p.m.
This new catalyst could be particularly strong in melee combat in Season 22 of Destiny 2:
A weapon gets the most elaborate upgrade Destiny 2 has ever made, doing nasty melee damage