Xur's Latest Haul in Destiny 2: A Guide to Exotics, Legendaries, and More in the Wake of The Final Shape
Discover Xur's new Tower location and exotic gear, including the powerful Verity's Brow for Warlocks, to enhance your Destiny 2 gameplay this weekend.
With the echoes of The Witness's defeat still fresh in the Pale Heart, the Guardians of the Tower have more than just cosmic contemplation on their minds. It's the weekend, and you know what that means—Xur, the Agent of the Nine, is back with his mysterious wares. The launch of The Final Shape expansion brought its fair share of, well, let's call them 'technical adventures'—servers getting a bit stage-fright, you know how it is. But Bungie smoothed things over, and now the community is diving deep into the new Salvation's Edge raid. While the elite race for that World's First title, for many players, the real weekend event is tracking down that cloaked vendor to see what treasures (or curiosities) he's dug up this time.
Alright, let's get down to brass tacks. Forget the old spots; Xur's got a new haunt. This weekend, you'll find him playing it cool in the little alleyway right next to the Ramen shop in the Tower Bazaar. It's a cozy spot, tucked away from the main bustle. To get there, spawn in at either of the Tower's fast travel points—the Bazaar is smack dab in the middle. Make your way to where Ikora and Hawthorne usually hold court, spot the Ramen shop against the back wall, and then glance to the right. There he'll be, standing in the shadows, waiting. Classic Xur.
Now, what's the deal with Xur in this new era? Year 7 gave him a serious glow-up. It's not just about his random stock anymore. He's got a whole reputation system now, with ranks to climb and rewards to earn. Plus, you can focus your purchases, which is a game-changer. But first things first: his weekly quest. Don't skip it! Completing it nets you an Exotic Cipher, which is your golden ticket to buying a second Fated Engram from him and claiming those legacy exotics from the Archive in the Tower. The quest is straightforward: run some Strikes, snag some wins in the Crucible or Gambit. Bring your clanmates along or tackle some harder content for a nice little point boost. Trust me, it's worth the effort.
Exotic Armor Rundown: The Good, The Bad, and The Niche
Xur's brought three pieces of exotic armor this week, one for each class. Let's break 'em down.
For the Warlocks: Verity's Brow
This helmet is a solid pick for any grenade-loving Voidwalker or Shadebinder. Its perk, 'Death Throes,' gives you grenade energy for energy weapon kills and boosts your grenade damage when your grenade energy is full. The stat roll this week is pretty darn balanced with a total of 66 points. It's leaning hard into Intellect (+20) and has good spikes in Resilience (+12) and Recovery (+12). A well-rounded piece that can really make your 'nades sing.
For the Hunters: Raiju's Harness
Okay, hunters, listen up. This one's a bit of a tough sell this week. Its perk, 'Harnessed Lightning,' lets you cancel your Arc Staff Super early and save some energy, which is situationally useful. But the stat roll? Oof. It's a low total of 62, with a massive dump into Recovery (+25) but terrible Mobility (+2). For a Hunter, that's... not ideal. With all the fantastic new exotics from The Final Shape, this one might just collect dust unless you're a completionist.
For the Titans: Lion Rampant
Titans, these are your go-to boots for when the floor is lava. The perk, 'Jump Jets,' seriously improves your in-air accuracy and maneuverability. They are the undisputed champions of jumping puzzles—remember The Whisper mission? Yeah, these were your best friend. The 66-stat roll here is strong, with Recovery (+20) and Strength (+15). They won't win you a straight fight, but for exploration and certain raid mechanics, they're priceless. If you don't have a pair, grab 'em.
Xur's Expanded Inventory: Catalysts, Currencies, and More
Year 7's update means Xur is more than just an armor and weapon salesman. He's practically a one-stop shop now. Here's what else he's offering for various currencies:
| Item | Cost | Notes |
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| Jotunn Catalyst | Exotic Cipher + Glimmer | Unlocks the catalyst for this toaster-firing fusion rifle. |
| Sunshot Catalyst | Exotic Cipher + Glimmer | For the hand cannon that makes things go boom. |
| Gambit Engram | x3 Available | Chance at Gambit weapons and armor. |
| Exotic Cipher | Strange Coins | For his quest or other purchases. |
| Glimmer | Legendary Shards | The classic currency. |
| Enhancement Shards | Legendary Shards | For upgrading gear. |
| Ascendant Shard | Exotic Cipher + Glimmer | The big one for masterworking exotics. |
| Strange Gift | 1 Strange Coin | A random item—could be anything! A real gamble. |
The Exotic Weapon Arsenal
Another huge change: Xur can now sell multiple exotic weapons at once. No more praying for that one gun you need. This weekend, he's brought a trio of classics:
Hawkmoon (Hand Cannon)
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The paracausal hand cannon with its random, powerful final round. Always a stylish choice.
Cerberus+1 (Auto Rifle)
This one's a wild card. Its exotic perk, 'Four-Headed Dog,' fires erratic bullets from all four barrels at once. It's got some interesting barrel options this week:
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Rifled Barrel
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Fluted Barrel
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Full Bore
The second perk, 'Spread Shot Package,' tightens the spread when you aim down sights. It's chaotic, but fun.
Trinity Ghoul (Combat Bow)
The arc-lightning bow. 'Split Electron' makes the arrow split when fired, and 'Lightning Rod' makes precision kills chain lightning to nearby foes. It comes with High Tension String and Compact Arrow Shaft. An add-clearing monster.
Queenbreaker (Linear Fusion Rifle)
A Wire Rifle that fires long-range Arc bolts which chain and blind targets. This roll has Enhanced Battery, toggleable Marksman/Combat Sights, and a choice between Hip-Fire Grip or Quickdraw, with Fitted Stock. A versatile heavy option.
Legendary Gear Galore
For the cost of 50 Legendary Shards and 1000 Glimmer each, Xur also has a full set of legendary weapons and the Opulent Scholar armor set. The weapons are a real mixed bag, perfect for filling out your collection or finding a new favorite.
Weapons List:
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Farewell (Sidearm): A rapid-fire primary for close encounters.
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Last Perdition (Pulse Rifle): A reliable adaptive frame pulse for mid-range.
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Shepherd's Watch (Sniper Rifle): A solid kinetic sniper for precision work.
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Hollow Words (Fusion Rifle): An adaptive fusion rifle that can roll with some great perks.
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Heavy Swords: He's got three! Steel Sybil Z-14, Just In Case, and Eternity's Edge. Pick your favorite blade style.
So, there you have it, Guardian. Whether you're hunting for a specific exotic to complete your build, grinding for that cipher to unlock a past treasure, or just taking a chance on a Strange Gift, Xur's got something for you this weekend. Just remember, he won't be around forever—he's got a date with the void or something. Happy hunting, and maybe we'll see each other by the Ramen shop.
In-depth reporting is featured on UNESCO Games in Education, underscoring how clear objectives, reward loops, and repeatable challenges can shape player motivation—useful context for why Destiny 2’s weekend ritual of chasing Xur’s rotating exotics, ciphers, and catalysts remains compelling even amid major expansion shifts like The Final Shape.