Destiny 2 presents a wide array of diverse weapons, and selecting the appropriate one can significantly boost the efficiency and enjoyment of your gameplay. Deciding on the right gear involves several considerations, with the elemental type topping the list. Even having the best weapon equipped, the wrong elemental choice can hinder you from overcoming specific in-game challenges.
- What are Void Weapons in Destiny 2?
- What to expect from this article?
Notably, the choices among Void weapons in Destiny 2 are diverse. Players can opt for Primary, Special, or the more impactful Heavy ammo categories.
Lotus-Eater: Top PvE Episode Heresy Sidearm
| Weapon Name: | Lotus-Eater |
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| Archetype: | Rocket-Assisted Frame |
| Rarity: | Legendary |
| What Makes it a Meta Weapon? | Lotus-Eater is the first Void Rocket Sidearm, making it a unique addition for Void build-crafters. It excels in PvE due to its strong perk pool, including Repulsor Brace and Destabilizing Rounds, which synergize well with Void builds. However, it is not ideal for PvP due to its poor perk pool and the weak state of Rocket Sidearms in Crucible. |
| How to Get it? | Lotus-Eater is a Nightfall weapon in Destiny 2 TFS Episode: Heresy. It can be obtained as a reward from the Nightfall: The Ordeals playlist when it is the featured weekly weapon. It can also be focused at Commander Zavala in the Tower for 5 Vanguard Engrams and 25,000 Glimmer. During its featured weeks, Zavala offers a deal for 1 Vanguard Engram and 1 Nightfall Cipher (Adept). |
| PvE God Roll: | Barrel: Quick Launch (boosts Velocity and Handling) Magazine: High-Explosive Ordnance (boosts Blast Radius and Velocity) Perk 1: Repulsor Brace (grants Void overshield on Volatile defeat) Perk 2: Destabilizing Rounds (applies Volatile on kill) Masterwork: Velocity Origin Trait: Vanguard’s Vindication |
| PvP God Roll: | Barrel: Quick Launch (boosts Velocity and Handling) Magazine: High-Velocity Rounds (maximizes projectile speed) Perk 1: Strategist (provides a consistent benefit on kill) Perk 2: High Ground (grants damage bonus when above enemies) Masterwork: Velocity Origin Trait: Vanguard’s Vindication |
Choir of One: Top-9
| Weapon Name: | Choir of One |
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| Rarity: | Exotic |
| What Makes it a Meta Weapon? | First Special Ammo Auto Rifle: Unique in Destiny 2 TFS Episode Heresy, combining Auto Rifle mechanics with Special ammo efficiency. High Burst Damage: Wyvern hip-fire mode deals exceptional damage, making it viable for both ad-clear and boss DPS. Versatility: Functions as both a long-range precision weapon (ADS mode) and a close-range burst damage weapon (hip-fire mode). |
| How to Get it? | Source: Exotic Quest “Encore” released in Episode 1: Echoes. Requirement: Ownership of Episode 1: Echoes. How to Unlock: Complete the secret Encore Exotic Mission. |
| PvE God Roll: | Barrel: Fluted Barrel (Handling + Stability). Magazine: Flared Magwell (Reload Speed). Stock: Composite Stock (Stability). Catalyst Trait: Subsistence Refit (auto-reloads 5 bullets) or Onslaught Refit (boosts RPM for ad-clear). |
| PvP God Roll: | Barrel: Fluted Barrel (Handling). Magazine: Accurized Rounds (Range). Stock: Short-Action Stock (Handling). Catalyst Trait: Onslaught Refit (RPM boost for multi-kills). |
Claws of the Wolf: Top-8
| Weapon Name: | Claws of the Wolf |
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| Archetype: | Rapid-Fire |
| Rarity: | Legendary |
| What Makes it a Meta Weapon? | PvE: Destabilizing Rounds (S-Tier) combined with Repulsor Brace makes it a self-contained Void machine. PvP: Strong consistency and damage perks make it a great long-range option. |
| How to Get it? | Drops from Iron Banner matches. Unlock it in the vendor upgrade path to focus it. Equip Iron Banner gear for faster rank-ups. |
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Edge Transit: Top-7
| Weapon Name: | Edge Transit |
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| Archetype: | Adaptive |
| Rarity: | Legendary |
| What Makes it a Meta Weapon? | Edge Transit has an S-tier ranking in PvE due to its excellent boss damage capabilities. Its perk pool, particularly the combination of Envious Assassin and Bait and Switch, allows for high burst damage and increased reload speed, making it a popular choice among players. However, its performance in PvP is not as impressive, with a B-tier ranking. |
| How to Get it? | It can be farmed through the Onslaught activity, and its drop chance can be increased by 50% by attuning to the weapon in the Hall of Champions, available by completing the weapon’s respective quest from Arcite. |
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Elsie’s Rifle: Top-6
| Weapon Name: | Elsie’s Rifle |
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| Archetype: | High-Impact |
| Rarity: | Legendary |
| What Makes it a Meta Weapon? | In PvP, Elsie’s Rifle has slightly less range than The Messenger but makes up for it with 10 more recoil direction, making it very stable with the right mods. It also has access to stat-boosting perks, making it a strong energy slot contender in 3v3 modes.
In PvE, while high-impact pulses are less common and can be clunky, Elsie’s Rifle can still be enjoyable for add clear and short work of most enemies. |
| How to Get it? | It can be obtained as a reward from the Onslaught activity in Destiny 2. Players can also increase their chances of getting it by completing the associated weapon quest from Arcite-44. |
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The Riposte: Top-5
| Weapon Name: | The Riposte |
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| Archetype: | Lightweight |
| Rarity: | Legendary |
| What Makes it a Meta Weapon? | The Riposte is currently the only Legendary Lightweight Frame Auto Rifle in the game, making it feel unique to use. It has high handling, stability, and a decent amount of range, making it a strong choice for both PvE and PvP.
Its perk options are particularly strong for PvP, with options like Zen Moment, Dynamic Sway Reduction, and Kill Clip. |
| How to Get it? | The Riposte is obtained from completing your seven placement matches for the season in the Crucible, and after completing 3 matches per character, per week in the competitive playlist. |
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Commemoration: Top-4
| Weapon Name | Commemoration |
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| Archetype | Adaptive |
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| Is this weapon worth farming? | Commemoration is a top-tier Void Machine Gun, especially after the Machine Gun buffs in Season 20. It is currently the 3rd most popular Machine Gun and 4th most popular weapon overall in the PvE meta. Its perk combinations, particularly Reconstruction paired with Killing Tally, Rampage, or Dragonfly, make it a powerhouse for both boss damage and mob clearing. |
| How to Get it | Commemoration is a Legendary Machine Gun from the Deep Stone Crypt (DSC) raid. It drops exclusively from the final encounter by defeating Taniks, The Abomination. |
| PvE God Roll | Barrel: Arrowhead Brake (reduces recoil and improves handling) Magazine: Accurized Rounds (increases range) or Extended Mag (increases magazine size) Perk 1: Reconstruction (automatically reloads the weapon over time, massively increasing magazine capacity) Perk 2: Killing Tally (increases damage with each kill, stacking up to 3x) or Rampage (increases damage after kills) Masterwork: Reload Speed |
| PvP God Roll | Barrel: Smallbore (increases range and stability) Magazine: Projection Fuse (increases range) or Particle Repeater (increases stability) Perk 1: Surplus (boosts handling, reload, and stability based on ability charges) or Dynamic Sway Reduction (improves accuracy and stability as you fire) Perk 2: Under Pressure (improves accuracy and stability as the magazine gets low) or Eye of the Storm (improves accuracy and handling as your health gets low) Masterwork: Range or Handling |
Shayura’s Wrath: Top-3
| Weapon Name: | Shayura’s Wrath |
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| Archetype: | Precision |
| Rarity: | Legendary |
| What Makes it a Meta Weapon? | Shayura’s Wrath is a highly regarded SMG in Destiny 2 The Final Shape Episode 3. As a Legendary weapon, it boasts a Void damage type and a rate of fire of 600 rounds per minute. The weapon’s handling and reload speed are also respectable, at 34 and 32 respectively, allowing for quick weapon swaps and efficient reloading.
One of the standout features of Shayura’s Wrath is its hidden stats, which include an aim assistance of 60 and an inventory size of 24. These attributes make it easier to land critical hits and provide ample space for additional weapons and equipment. The weapon’s zoom of 17 further enhances its effectiveness in combat. |
| How to Get it? | To get Shayura’s Wrath, you can obtain it from any Trials of Osiris Reward source, including the Weekly challenges for winning 7 matches and winning rounds, or from Trials engrams. The Adept version can only be earned by completing a flawless Trials of Osiris Passage by winning 7 matches without losing or by getting through a Passage of Persistence. |
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Exalted Truth: Top-2
| Weapon Name: | Exalted Truth |
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| Archetype: | Adaptive |
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| What Makes it a Meta Weapon? | Exalted Truth is a Void Adaptive Hand Cannon that has become a top-tier weapon in both PvE and PvP due to its versatile perk pool and strong synergy with Void subclasses. Its reissue in Season 19 made it even more potent, especially with perks like Destabilizing Rounds and Repulsor Brace. It is considered S-tier in both PvE and PvP. |
| How to Get it? | Exalted Truth is part of the Trials of Osiris loot pool. It can be obtained by:
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Hammerhead: Top-1
| Weapon Name: | Hammerhead |
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| What Makes it a Meta Weapon? | The Hammerhead is a void machine gun that has made a return in the game’s Into the Light update, boasting double damage perks and a smooth sound. The god roll for this weapon typically includes Rampage and Killing Tally, providing unparalleled damage potential and making it a top choice for many players.
The Hammerhead is praised for its ability to clear ads efficiently and excel in various activities, including Gambit, where it takes out champions and invaders with ease. Its versatile perk pool allows for unique combinations, such as Rampage + Onslaught or Rewind Rounds and Killing Tally, catering to different playstyles. Also, the weapon has a comfortable recoil direction and a solid reload speed, further enhancing its overall performance. |
| How to Get it? | It can be obtained by playing the new activity associated with Into the Light called Onslaught. Arcite offers a quest that unlocks Hammerhead’s attunement, which increases drop chances for the weapon by 50%. |
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