The landscape of Destiny 2 is shifting dramatically as Bungie takes a step back from the traditional annual expansions and episodic content. Instead, there’s a focus on implementing major enhancements, particularly concerning loot mechanics and crafting systems. This evolution stems from learning points post-The Final Shape launch, as Destiny 2 was not in its best form during Episode 1. Exciting changes are promised with the Frontier’s launch, marking a departure from the familiar episodic updates. A crucial part of this evolution is how players acquire loot, with notable tweaks coming to seasonal weapons and crafting methods.
Seasonal weapons have long played a vital role in keeping the Destiny 2 community engaged. They not only offer a fresh experience but reward players with distinct items. Take, for example, the Psychopomp grenade launcher from Heresy—it’s a must-farm weapon due to its powerful Area-Denial frame and excellent perk combinations. Starting with The Witch Queen, craftable weapons were added, enriching the game experience. However, the trend shifted post-Episode Echoes, making certain Season Pass rewards feel outdated.
Once a coveted item, Deepsight Harmonizers are now at a crossroads. Previously a highlight of the Season Pass, these items simplified acquiring weapon crafting patterns by turning weapons red-border instantly. This feature saved time for players. Yet, as crafting becomes less relevant in Destiny 2, their presence in the Season Pass is less justified. With a maximum of five units available and no stackability, Deepsight Harmonizers’ utility is questioned, especially as crafting tapers off outside of Raid content.
There’s room to repurpose Deepsight Harmonizers. One idea is to exchange them for resources at vendors like Banshee-44 or Master Rahool. Alternatively, enhancing Season Pass rewards could provide better value to players. Using them on Raid weapons demands an additional cost of 15 Spoils of Conquest, which further complicates their use.
Looking forward, a logical pivot would be to replace Deepsight Harmonizers with the much sought-after Spoils of Conquest. Although these items are exclusive to Raids, introducing them more broadly could drive more player participation in Raid activities. Spoiling oneself with Spoils of Conquest affords players the chance to purchase random red-border drops at Raid completions, thereby making raids more enticing.
Spoils of Conquest hold value for all players. Whether you’re a sporadic raider, a dedicated participant, or someone who hasn’t touched a Raid yet, these spoils can enrich your gameplay. Even those avoiding Raids can gain through purchases at Destiny 2’s Monument of Lost Lights, snatching up Raid Exotics and other treasures. Ultimately, this strategy could effectively replace Deepsight Harmonizers, streamlining the game’s focus as it moves into the Frontier phase. Whether this transition happens remains to be seen, but it seems a promising direction for Destiny 2’s future development.
