PARADOX
SEASON OF THE BLACK SWORDSMAN
SEPTEMBER 3 — DECEMBER 10, 2024
SEASON MISSION BEGINS SEPTEMBER 10
Cut Through the
Darkness
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Story
Saki Asamiya, Sukeban Deka. Centuries ago, she was the ruling Sukeban of Takanoha Gakuen High whose encounter with fate led her to become an agent for The Cabinet's "Sukeban Deka Project" in order to liberate her mother from death. It would be an understatement to say that much has transpired in her absence.
Auradon, once an opulent fairy-tale kingdom, has now fallen prey to Akumu, the God of Nightmares; Tatsuyi Kirigaya, the surviving son of the Black Swordsman and White Angel, has rallied the Shadow Empire from beyond the shadows of the Black Fleet; and old faces of the dead have been revealed at the heart of Beast Castle.
Under the light of a long-awaited sun, call upon the rebellious powers of the Golden Cobra to stand against the encroaching Shadow Empire and Nightmares and prove yourselves as Sukeban.
6-PLAYER MATCHMADE ACTIVITY
BeaterOps
Battlegrounds
In this new six-player matchmade activity, work with Eris Morn and Hannah Ciel to tap into the Necklace of Phantoms's powerful magic and break through the Shadow Empire’s defenses on multiple destinations. Assault the Nightmare Tower and draw out the Shadow Prince's lieutenants before they use Auradon's secrets against the Traveler.
WEEKLY MISSION
Vanishment
Power, depravity, vengeance. The object of the Black Fleet’s grand terror has taken many shapes over the years. Their soul-devouring crystal, reawakened by impossible means and empowered by an unseen force, has returned to our galaxy—its sights set on the Pyramid ship lying dormant on Auradon.
As the Nightmare Diamond forms a connection with the Pyramid, Tatsuyi and his army have joined forces with Akumu's legion and summoned Nightmares of the past from the dead, threatening to torment any who dare intervene. Navigate Beast Castle’s labyrinthine Skull Chamber, uncover the truth behind Akumu’s sinister plan, and banish the Nightmares he commands.
ACTIVITY
Auradonian
Nightmare Hunts
As Guardians delve into the heart of the Nightmare Diamond, portals open allowing the Auradonian Pyramid to stir into the haunted corridors of the derelict kingdom, bringing with it the resurgence of Nightmares old and new. They won’t stop until the kingdom becomes another one of their strongholds.
Fight alongside your allies to strike down these timeless war phantoms and prevent the crystal from infecting the world. Secure access to varieties of reprised Legendary Queen's Wrath and Sundial weapons and show the Nightmares how bright your Light shines.
EXOTIC MISSION
Desecration
BECOMES AVAILABLE ON SEPTEMBER 24
Aided by Nokris and his newest benefactor Yutengenyo, his surviving followers have broken into the Isle of the Lost through areas untouched by Light with plans to gain the powers of a certain girl from the island so that they can wage war against the City.
In order to prevent a potential Hive invasion, Guardians must harness Toland's knowledge to gain access to the most impenetrable palace in the island: the Dragon Hall, a former high school turned orbital cemetery. Ally with Osiris and Petra Venj to break through intense layers of security each week and unravel the secrets of the Auradonian War. Protect the Villain Kid's body from the Grasp of Nokris's elite necromancers and you may lay your hands upon an Exotic Scout Rifle of legend.
EXOTIC WEAPON
Price of Exile
Lethal and volatile, this fabled soulstealer will devour your enemies. Should they manage to gather their wits and reach the hands that wield Price of Exile, they will be left wanting—finding nothing but the fangs of your rifle and the armor of the Void embracing you and your allies. In the weeks following its discovery, multiple catalysts can be acquired, each adding to the mysterious Exotic’s power.
The Delinquent's
Armory
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Gear
LOVE, MAD, DESTROY
Bungie's new partnership with Magical Destroyers brings the legendary looks of anarchistic magical girls from Akihabara to the Last City. Join a pantheon of rebels with new ornament sets and cosmetics now available in the Eververse store.
SEASONAL ARTIFACT
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Necklace of Phantoms
The mystique of Villain Kid sorcery intertwines seamlessly with the formidable technology of the Warmind, all encapsulated within the enchanting charms of a necklace adorned with Mal's Birthright Jewel.
Unlock powerful Seasonal Artifact perks and choose new ways to customize your play each time you upgrade this sacred necklace. Only you decide how much Power is enough.
FREE FOR ALL PLAYERS
Festival of the Lost
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OCTOBER 15 — NOVEMBER 5
Eva Levante invites you to join a Last City tradition that celebrates the memories of those we have lost and the light we find in the darkness. Gather round the campfire with your fellow Guardians, indulge your sweet tooth with overflowing bags of candy and loot, don irreverent masks, and remind the multiverse what you're fighting for.
Activities
Haunted Forest
Brave your way through the rebooted Haunted Forest battling Headless Ones and Mind Terrors. Earn Eerie Engrams containing a variety of rewards, which you can then decrypt or focus them for Exotic armor and special Festival weapons. Legendary and Grandmaster modes boosts your chance to get even more goodies!
Collectibles and Treats
Wrapped Rewards
Embody the spirit of the festival with a new line of specially-crafted masks and spooky Evernever-themed universal armor sets that will bring out your inner ghoul. Hop on your broomstick, make sure your Ghost equips their witch hat, and if your Puh-ranormal Jumpscare emote doesn't scare your enemies to death, try using the new Twenty-meter Emerald Splash Finisher.
Community
Lovely Requiem
Earlier in the year, the Destiny community played a major hand in solving an impossible choice Bungie needed to make. And although the slugfest was spirited, in the end, it was the techno-cryptic roar of evolution that rang triumphantly through the streets of the Last City.
Thank you to everyone who participated. Vaglass ornament sets are now available in the Eververse store.
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FESTIVAL WEAPON
Dark Moon
Some warriors draw their powers from friendship. Others bring the war to their nemeses across lost galaxies. We’ve looked at all the blueprints and are going with this huge gun for a grand comeback. Trick or treat your way to the coveted Dark Moon Legendary Fusion Heavy Linear Fusion Rifle and rebooted Festival weapons—all ghoulishly good for blasting pumpkin-headed fiends and kawaii nightmare harbingers into candy bits.
NEW CRUCIBLE EVENT
WARLORD CUP
PROVE YOURSELVES AGAIN IN THE FIRES OF THE CRUCIBLE
Special Crucible Playlist
Winterfall Reimagined
Only players at Power Level 2030 and above can lead a Fireteam of twelve Guardians in the Warlord Cup. Guardians lower than Power Level 2030 can accompany their more powerful friends at their peril. Prove your might and earn the respect of Lysander and his Concordat.
Level Advantages Enabled
Power Matters
Your Power Level affects how you take and inflict damage. Lower-level players wielding fully-crafted weapons and Masterworked armor pieces should still be considered a very credible threat!
Exclusive Warlord Cup Gear
Spoils of the Concordat
Increase your Event Standing to unlock exclusive Legendary weapons and gear from Lysander. Get multiple wins in a row to earn Pinnacle gear.
Kill your way to the top with 10 consecutive victories to earn additional rewards and special access to Landosol, where you can lay your hands on some of the Warlord Cup's most coveted prizes, including the Brave Fool Awakened Pulse Rifle and Lysander's Cry Exotic Sparrow.
NEW MATCHMAKING FEATURE
Raid Firesquad
Beta Test
Guardians, get ready for an epic revolution in Raids! For the first time ever, you can join forces with 11 fellow Guardians in a 12-player Legacy raid experience. Return to iconic locations, conquer revamped challenges, and face formidable bosses. Discover new treasures alongside reprised Legendary and Exotic loot.
Learn more about how to play in the beta test at Bungie.net.
Crota's End is back on September 13, 2024, with more classic Raids on the horizon. Don't miss out on this thrilling adventure!
Season Pass
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Season Pass
Gear, XP, rewards! Get the Season Pass and instantly unlock the new Exotic Shotgun, Nightsky Embrace. Also get XP boosts that speed up Seasonal ranks and reward track unlocks.
Exotic Stasis Shotgun
Nightsky Embrace
In this world, the most important thing is what you infuse your weapon with. If tuned right, it's the weight of the weapon that will sway the battle to your advantage. Unleash golden rage upon your foes with Nightsky Embrace's catalyst and its crystallized rank-100 "Omens of Downfall" Season Pass ornament that will sign them out forever.
Legendary Universal Armor
Sukeban's Regalia
Collect the new Season of the Black Swordsman universal armor set and its dripping Kawasaki Encore ornament and bring fear into your enemies' hearts throughout hellish dimensions in sukeban style.
Enhanced Progression
Boosts and Exotics
Over 100 rewards, including XP boosts, Exotic engrams, upgrade materials, cosmetics, and more.
Earn exclusive rewards that set you apart, both in the game and in the real world. Learn more.
Mark of the Sukeban
Defy Tatsuyi’s forces and wear the title of Sukeban with rebellious pride. By earning the title and the Seal, you’ll unlock this collectible medallion pin for purchase.
SEASONAL RANKS
AVAILABLE TO ALL DESTINY 2 PLAYERS
Continue to climb the ranks past 100 and see what you can achieve this Season. All players unlock the top row of rewards when ranking up. Season Pass owners also earn the bottom row of rewards.
SEASON OF THE BLACK SWORDSMAN SEASON PASS TRAILER: DELINQUENTS AND CONQUERORS
SEASONAL RANK REWARDS
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SEASON PASS REWARDS
Season Pass Owners
Free for Everyone
Instantly Unlocked Exotic Weapon
Seasonal Activities: BeaterOps Battlegrounds & Auradonian Nightmare Hunts
Free Trial*
Seasonal Story
Seasonal Reward Track
All Rewards
Free Rewards
Seasonal Gear and Armor
Selected Gear and Armor
Seasonal Challenges
Selected Challenges
Seasonal Artifact and Mods
Exotic Missions
Raid Firesquad Matchmaking Feature
The Brave Fool Fusion Pulse Rifle and Iron Regalia Armor Sets
Events: Festival of the Lost and Warlord Cup
*The free trial of BeaterOps Battlegrounds grants non-Season Pass holders with a single playthrough of the activity.
Silver Bundle
Purchase the Season of the Black Swordsman Silver Bundle and receive the ‘Sunlight Yellow Revolution’ Exotic multiplayer emote along with 1,700 Silver (1,000 + 700 bonus Silver) which you can use to purchase Season of the Black Swordsman, cosmetics, and more! Visit the Eververse store in-game to use your Silver and buy Season of the Black Swordsman. To unlock your new emote, visit the Special Deliveries Terminal in the Tower.
One-time purchase only available during Season of the Black Swordsman. Silver is an in-game currency used at the Eververse store.
Season of the Black Swordsman not included with purchase.
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PARADOX
ANNUAL PASS
The Season of the Black Swordsman is only the first of four offerings included in the Paradox Annual Pass. Seasonal contents for this Season will remain in the Director, joined by new activities to call you back starside. On December 10, the extension of the Destiny endgame continues with Season of Resurgence, the final Season of Destiny 2.
Later on next year, we will have more info for you on Revolution and Anamnesis, the first two Episodes of the Annual Pass and opening chapters of the Interstellar Saga.