In Destiny 2 The Edge of Fate, Kinetic weapons occupy the Kinetic slot and deal non-elemental damage, making them versatile for various combat scenarios. Unlike Energy weapons, which are specialized for breaking enemy shields, Kinetic ones excel at dealing consistent damage to unshielded enemies, receiving a 10% damage bonus in PvE activities. This versatility makes them essential in both PvE and PvP settings.
Best PvE Kinetic Weapons in D2 TEOF
- Damage Type and Perks: Kinetic weapons are effective against non-shielded enemies. For PvE, perks that enhance damage, such as Explosive Payload and Firefly, are valuable because they increase the overall damage output and area effect, making it easier to handle groups of enemies.
- Ammo Efficiency: Weapons that use primary ammo are beneficial because this type of ammo is more abundant, allowing players to use their kinetic weapon frequently without running out of ammo.
- Versatility: A kinetic weapon that is versatile is very effective in PvE. Weapons like the Fatebringer, which can handle a variety of enemy types and combat scenarios, are highly prized.
- Special Abilities: Some kinetic weapons have special abilities that are particularly useful in PvE. For example, the Wish-Ender bow can see through walls and pierce multiple targets, which is useful for dealing with enemies behind cover.
Ergo Sum (Sword)
| Weapon Name: | Ergo Sum |
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| Rarity: | Legendary |
| What Makes it a Meta Weapon? | Ergo Sum is a unique weapon in Destiny 2 The Edge of Fate as it is a Special Ammunition Sword sitting in the energy slot. This alone makes it quite strong, as having a Heavy weapon-style Exotic as a Special Weapon is incredibly powerful.
In PvE, Ergo Sum’s main use is boosting other Swords’ damage, and it can deal incredibly high damage with the right rolls. In PvP, it is more of a ‘gimmick’ weapon, but it can still be fun and effective if used correctly. |
| How to Get it? | To get Ergo Sum, you must complete The Final Shape campaign and then the ‘Destined Heroes’ questline. After unlocking it, random rolls for the weapon can be farmed by completing the Pale Heart Pathfinder (limited to two times per week) and farming the Grandmaster Excision quest. |
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Microcosm (Trace Rifle)
| Weapon Name: | Microcosm |
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| Rarity: | Exotic |
| What Makes it a Meta Weapon? | It is a highly sought-after Exotic Trace Rifle in Destiny 2 The Edge of Fate, introduced in The Final Shape expansion. It is known for its effectiveness in dealing damage to various bosses and enemies, making it a solid choice for players looking for a reliable heavy weapon. The Microcosm deals kinetic damage and is only available to owners of The Final Shape after completing the campaign. |
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Outbreak Perfected (Pulse Rifle)
| Weapon Name: | Outbreak Perfected |
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| Rarity: | Exotic |
| What Makes it a Meta Weapon? | Outbreak Perfected has a unique Exotic perk and archetype that set it apart. The Corruption Spreads creates SIVA nanite swarms on rapid hits and precision kills, while Parasitism does more damage to enemies based on the number of SIVA nanites that attach to them. |
| How to Get it? | You can acquire the Outbreak Perfected by completing The Zero Hour Exotic Mission on any difficulty setting. Zero Hour is free to all players and can be accessed through the Into the Light tab. |
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Blast Furnace (Pulse Rifle)
| Weapon Name: | Blast Furnace |
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| Archetype: | Aggressive Burst |
| Rarity: | Legendary |
| What Makes it a Meta Weapon? | Blast Furnace is a Kinetic Aggressive Burst pulse rifle with excellent base stats. While its TTK is slightly slower than High-Impact pulses, it compensates with high range, stability, and solid perk options. |
| How to Get it? | Obtain Blast Furnace by playing the Onslaught activity. It is guaranteed after completing 10 waves, with additional drops at 50 waves. |
| PvE God Roll: | Barrel: Fluted Barrel Magazine: Appended Mag Perk 1: Kinetic Tremors (backup: Shoot to Loot) Perk 2: Desperate Measures or One For All Masterwork: Handling |
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Midnight Coup (Hand Cannon)
| Weapon Name: | Midnight Coup |
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| Archetype: | Adaptive |
| Rarity: | Legendary |
| What Makes it a Meta Weapon? | Midnight Coup is a highly regarded weapon due to its impressive performance and unique perk combinations. In PvE, the Firefly and One For All roll is particularly praised, as it significantly enhances damage output and combat efficiency. Players revel in the power of this insane perk combo, amplifying their damage output and efficiency in combat. While some prefer other perks like Explosive Payload, the sheer effectiveness of Firefly and One For All cannot be denied. |
| How to Get it? | It can be obtained from the Onslaught Activity in the Into the Light expansion. Players can earn ‘Hype’ reputation during Into the Light activities and use it to open reward chests in the Hall of Champions, which may drop Midnight Coup and other BRAVE arsenal weapons. |
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Praedyth’s Revenge (Sniper Rifle)
| Weapon Name: | Praedyth’s Revenge |
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| What Makes it a Meta Weapon? | PvE Strengths:
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Best PvP Kinetic Weapons in D2 TEOF
- High Damage Output: Kinetic weapons that deliver high damage per shot or have a fast time-to-kill (TTK) are crucial for quickly downing opponents.
- Effective Perks: Perks like Explosive Payload which increases damage and disrupts opponents, or Snapshot Sights for quicker aiming, provide a competitive edge. Consider them when choosing a weapon and farming its God Roll.
- Convenient for you: Consider weapons that match your playstyle. For example, hand cannons for medium range or shotguns for close quarters. In this case, even not the strongest choice can give amazing results in the Crucible.
- Special Abilities: Some kinetic weapons have unique abilities that can turn the tide of battle, like the Opening Shot.
Fatebringer (Hand Cannon)
| Weapon Name: | Fatebringer |
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| Archetype: | Adaptive |
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| What Makes it a Meta Weapon? | The Fatebringer is a classic hand cannon in Destiny 2 The Edge of Fate, released in Season 14 and obtainable through the Vault of Glass Raid. Its adaptive archetype and solid perks make it a reliable choice for both PvE and PvP activities. It faces competition from other hand cannons like Midnight Coup and Sunshot, which have similar perk pools and additional benefits, such as Origin Traits
In PvE, Fatebringer shines with its “Explosive Payload” perk, which increases damage by 10% on precision hits and 15% on body shots. For PvP, the recommended roll includes “Explosive Payload,” “Eye of the Storm,” or “Opening Shot” to enhance range and stability, making it competitive with other popular hand cannons like Rose or Exotic Hand Cannons. |
| How to Get it? | It can be obtained by completing the Vault of Glass Raid, specifically from the Templar and Gatekeeper encounters. Alternatively, players can interact with the Raid cache after defeating Atheon and spend Spoils of Conquest for a random chance at a Fatebringer god roll. |
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Khvostov 7G-0X (Auto Rifle)
| Weapon Name: | Khvostov 7G-0X |
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| What Makes it a Meta Weapon? | The Khvostov 7G-0X is a meta weapon in Destiny 2 The Edge of Fate due to its unique Exotic perk, “The Right Choice,” which makes every seventh bullet from this weapon deal additional damage and ricochet to nearby targets. This makes it an effective ad-clear weapon in PvE and a powerful choice in PvP. |
| How to Get it? | To obtain the exotic version of Khvostov 7G-0X, you need to complete a series of steps involving Lost Encryption Bits and Motes of Light. First, collect 15 Lost Encryption Bits from gold region chests and Cyst missions in The Pale Heart. Then, gather 17 Motes of Light from Visions of the Traveler and Overthrow bosses. After obtaining all Motes of Light, use them to unlock the chest in the Speaker’s old location. |
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Accrued Redemption (Combat Bow)
| Weapon Name | Accrued Redemption |
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| Archetype | Precision Frame |
| Rarity | Legendary |
| Is this weapon worth farming? | The bow has special perk combinations, like Kinetic Tremors with Successful Warmup or Archer’s Tempo, that make it really good for different activities |
| How to Get it | Drops from the first encounter of the Garden of Salvation raid. Can also be obtained from Hawthorne’s raid quest and purchased from her. |
| PvE God Roll | Bowstring: Elastic String Arrow: Straight Fletching Perk 1: Successful Warmup or Archer’s Tempo Perk 2: Kinetic Tremors (Firefly is also good) Masterwork: Draw Time |
| PvP God Roll | Bowstring: High Tension String Arrow: Straight Fletching Perk 1: Archer’s Tempo Perk 2: Archer’s Gambit or Swashbuckler Masterwork: Draw Time |
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Rose (Hand Cannon)
| Weapon Name: | Rose |
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| Archetype: | Lightweight |
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| What Makes it a Meta Weapon? | Rose has a Lightweight archetype, which means it has a higher handling stat than other 140 RPM hand cannons, but lower range and stability. This makes it a good option for players who prioritize mobility and quick repositioning in PvP.
Rose has a solid roll for PvP, with perks such as Perpetual Motion, Moving Target, Explosive Payload, and Eye of the Storm. These perks can improve the weapon’s stability, range, and damage output, making this Hand Cannon a decent A-tier choice in the Crucible: check the God Roll below. In PvE, Rose falls short compared to other hand cannons due to its lack of a solid reload + damage perk combo. |
| How to Get it? | It can be obtained through Lord Shaxx in the Competitive Ranks system and Engram focusing. To get it, you need to place in one of the seven Competitive Divisions in the Crucible Playlist. The higher you place, the more focuses you get, up to a maximum of seven each week. Each focus costs 3 engrams and 25,000 Glimmer. |
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The Chaperone (Shotgun)
| Weapon Name: | The Chaperone |
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| What Makes it a Meta Weapon? | The Chaperone‘s unique Exotic trait, The Roadborn, makes it a meta weapon in PvE and PvP. This perk provides bonus handling, range, and precision damage after a precision kill, making it a formidable weapon in the hands of skilled Guardians. Its precision slug rounds offer high damage and accuracy at longer ranges compared to traditional shotguns, allowing for more versatile engagement options. |
| How to Get it? | It can be obtained by completing the exotic quest “The Chaperone” which involves various tasks and challenges. |
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Eye of Sol (Sniper Rifle)
| Weapon Name: | Eye of Sol |
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| Archetype: | Adaptive |
| Rarity: | Legendary |
| What Makes it a Meta Weapon? | Eye of Sol is a legendary special sniper rifle in Destiny 2 The Edge of Fate. It is known for its very quick reload speed, high aim assist, rate of fire, and magazine size, making it powerful for routine Crucible matches. However, its low impact and stability, as well as conflicting perks, may make it less effective in PvE and Trials. |
| How to Get it? | It can be obtained by participating in and completing Trials of Osiris challenges in Destiny 2. Its Adept version can be found in the Flawless loot pool. |
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