Destiny 2's Xur in 2026: A Tower Staple's Latest Exotic Bounty & Gear Review

Discover Xur's permanent Tower location and his 2026 Year 7 progression revamp, offering powerful gear and exotic armor like Sunbracers for dedicated Guardians.

As the year 2026 unfolds, the mysterious weekend vendor Xur remains a permanent fixture in the Tower's Bazaar, his presence as reliable as the orbit of the Traveler itself. While the community's morale has seen its ebbs and flows over the years, Xur's weekly arrival continues to be a beacon for Guardians seeking powerful gear and cryptic wares. Bungie, looking firmly to the future, has solidified Xur's role with a comprehensive Year 7 revamp, transforming him from a wandering curiosity into a fully-fledged progression hub. No longer do players need to embark on a system-wide scavenger hunt; the hunt is now purely for the perfect god-roll within his curated stock.

Xur's Permanent Residence & Progression

Xur has officially settled down. You can find him tucked in the alley to the right of the Ramen Shop in the Tower's Bazaar, a spot conveniently nestled between the two fast travel points. His role has expanded far beyond a simple exotic salesman. The Year 7 update introduced a full rank progression system with Xur, rewarding players for their loyalty with focusing options and exclusive rewards. Completing his weekly quests is more crucial than ever, as they are the key to purchasing a second Fated Engram and unlocking legacy exotics from the Monument to Lost Lights kiosk. The quest itself is straightforward: earn points by completing Strikes and winning Crucible or Gambit matches, with bonuses for tackling more challenging activities or teaming up with clanmates.

Xur's Exotic Armor Showcase (August 16, 2024 Weekend Stock)

Let's dive into the exotic armor Xur brought for Guardians this weekend. Remember, his inventory for exotic class items is set to become part of his random weekend rotation soon, making each visit potentially more valuable.

Sunbracers (Warlock Gauntlets)

• Exotic Perk: Melee kills grant unlimited Solar grenade energy for a short time.

• The Verdict: Back on sale after two weeks, this roll boasts a higher overall stat total. However, it's like finding a rare, perfectly aged wine only to discover it's been stored next to a radiator—the Mobility stat is frustratingly the highest attribute at +17, which isn't ideal for most Warlock builds. For those who don't mind or can mitigate it with mods, the high Discipline (+16) and Resilience (+16) make it a solid pickup.

• Stat Roll (68 Total):

  • Mobility: +17

  • Resilience: +16

  • Recovery: +3

  • Discipline: +16

  • Intellect: +6

  • Strength: +10

Mechaneer's Tricksleeves (Hunter Gauntlets)

• Exotic Perk: Reloads stowed Sidearms and grants a handling and ready speed bonus when your health is critical. Swapping to a Sidearm when wounded grants a temporary damage bonus.

• The Verdict: This exotic is a specialized tool, as niche and focused as a master locksmith's favorite pick. It's exclusively for Sidearm enthusiasts. While not the flashiest exotic in the game, it offers meaningful bonuses for its weapon type. This particular roll is quite good, with spikes in Recovery (+16) and Strength (+15), making it a worthy upgrade over a collection roll.

• Stat Roll (68 Total):

  • Mobility: +4

  • Resilience: +15

  • Recovery: +16

  • Discipline: +12

  • Intellect: +6

  • Strength: +15

Heart of Inmost Light (Titan Chest Armor)

• Exotic Perk: Using an ability (grenade, melee, or Barricade) empowers the other two abilities. Empowered abilities recharge faster, have enhanced effects, and regenerate health.

• The Verdict: Like the Sunbracers, this Titan staple is making a repeat appearance after two weeks. The overall stat distribution is better, but it's plagued by the same issue: a sky-high Mobility stat (+22). For a Titan, this is as useful as a jet engine on a submarine—it works against the class's natural tankiness. It's a tough sell unless you have a very specific, mobility-focused build.

• Stat Roll (68 Total):

  • Mobility: +22

  • Resilience: +7

  • Recovery: +6

  • Discipline: +6

  • Intellect: +10

  • Strength: +17

Xur's Exotic Weapon Arsenal

One of the best changes from the Year 7 revamp is Xur's ability to sell multiple exotic weapons per visit. Here's what he's offering this weekend:

Weapon	Perks & Rolls	Notes
Hawkmoon (Hand Cannon)	.jpg) • Paracausal Shot • Hammer-Forged Rifling • Alloy Magazine • Hip-Fire Grip • Polymer Grip	A classic with a random roll. This configuration favors a hip-fire playstyle.
Lord of Wolves (Shotgun)	• Shrapnel Launcher / Release the Wolves • Chambered Compensator • Extended Mag • Composite Stock	The quintessential "delete button" for close-range encounters.
The Huckleberry (SMG)	• Ride the Bull / Rampage • Fluted Barrel • Ricochet Rounds • Short-Action Stock	An add-clearing monster. Rampage combined with its intrinsic perk makes it self-sustaining.
Thunderlord (Machine Gun)	• Reign Havoc / Feeding Frenzy (Personal Assistant) • Polygonal Rifling • Armor-Piercing Rounds	Excellent for dealing with Overload Champions and groups of enemies. The catalyst (Feeding Frenzy) is a must-have.

Legendary Gear & Miscellaneous Stock

Xur's legendary offerings are a curated selection from past seasons. Each piece costs 50 Legendary Shards and 1,000 Glimmer. This weekend's haul includes:

Weapons:

• Extraordinary Rendition (Kinetic SMG)

• Cold Denial (Kinetic Pulse Rifle)

• Cartesian Coordinate (Energy Fusion Rifle)

• Hollow Words (Energy Auto Rifle)

• Temptation's Hook (Heavy Sword)

• Steel Sybil Z-14 (Heavy Sword)

• Class-Specific Swords (Crown-Splitter/Quickfang/Eternity's Edge)

Armor Sets:

• Midnight Exigent (Titan)

• Yuga Sundown (Hunter)

• Abhorrent Imperative (Warlock)

Don't forget his other miscellaneous goods, which are essential for any Guardian's toolkit:

• MIDA Multi-Tool Catalyst

• Lumina Catalyst

• Exotic Engram

• Upgrade Module

• Glimmer

• Ascendant Alloy

• Enhancement Cores

• Strange Gift (Costs 1 Strange Coin for a random item)

In 2026, Xur is more than a merchant; he's an institution. His updated role provides a consistent and rewarding gameplay loop for veterans and newcomers alike. While some of his armor rolls this week might have stat distributions that feel like a puzzle with a couple of pieces from a different box, the sheer variety and the promise of exotic class items entering his rotation ensure that every weekend visit holds potential for greatness. Happy hunting, Guardians! 👁️