From Demons to Darkness: A Destiny 2 Fan Recreates Marvel's Midnight Suns

Destiny 2 fashion meets Marvel's Midnight Suns in a jaw-dropping, creative cosplay showcase that inspires Guardians to reinvent their style.

Ever feel like your Guardian's fashion game is a bit... stale? You're not alone. The Destiny 2 community is legendary for its creativity, constantly finding new ways to express itself through the game's vast array of armor and color palettes. One player, going by the handle most-p-alone, decided to take this creativity to a whole new level by channeling the dark, mystical vibe of another beloved title. They didn't just make a cool-looking Titan or Hunter; they rebuilt an entire superhero team from the ground up within the world of Destiny.

That team is none other than Marvel's Midnight Suns. For the uninitiated, Midnight Suns is that 2022 tactical RPG from Firaxis Games—the brilliant minds behind XCOM—that let players dive into the spookier corners of the Marvel universe. You played as the Hunter, a custom demon-slayer, leading a rag-tag group of heroes like Blade and Doctor Strange against the mother of demons, Lilith. It had deep turn-based combat and this surprisingly fun social sim element where you'd hang out with the heroes between missions. Talk about a weird and wonderful mix!

So, how does one translate that comic book magic into a sci-fi looter shooter? With a lot of patience and an eye for detail, that's how. most-p-alone shared a stunning group shot featuring faithful recreations of seven iconic members. Let's break down some of the most jaw-dropping builds:

• Wolverine: This one is just spot-on. The player nailed Logan's classic yellow and blue color scheme. But the real genius move? Using Blanka's Mask from the Destiny 2 and Street Fighter crossover event to perfectly mimic Wolverine's wild hair and intense facial structure. It's one of those "why didn't I think of that?" moments.

• Scarlet Spider: This build captures the essence of everyone's favorite hoodie-wearing Spider-person. The silhouette and the casual, street-level feel of the character are all there. You can almost hear the witty quips.

• Moon Knight: Sometimes, the magic is in the subtlety. To achieve Moon Knight's signature white and gray, the creator used a masterful combination of four different shaders: Spark of Joy, Bitterpearl, Gambit Chrome, and Combative Tanager. The result is a Guardian that looks like he stepped right out of a midnight patrol in Cairo.

The other members—Ghost Rider, Doctor Strange, Jennifer Kale, and Blade—are no slouches either. Each one is instantly recognizable, proving this wasn't just a one-off experiment but a passionate project. For fellow Guardians itching to try these looks for themselves, the original Reddit post is a treasure trove. most-p-alone generously listed all the specific armor pieces and shaders used for each character, turning their personal gallery into a community-wide style guide.

It's a bittersweet tribute, in a way. While Destiny 2 continues to thrive with regular updates and seasonal events like the recent Dawning, support for Marvel's Midnight Suns officially concluded with its last update in mid-2024. This fan creation serves as a brilliant bridge between the two worlds, keeping the spirit of the Midnight Suns alive in a vibrant, active community. It shows that for Destiny players, the endgame isn't just about getting the best loot; it's about becoming anyone you want to be. Whether you're slaying gods or demons, looking good while doing it is half the battle, don't you think?

So, the next time you're in the Tower, take a closer look at the Guardians around you. That Warlock studying the void might just be a sorcerer supreme in disguise, and that Titan covered in chains could be harboring a Spirit of Vengeance. The possibilities are, quite literally, infinite. What universe will you recreate next?