In Destiny 2, the guns always spark discussions – or rather the lack of cool and strong specimens. A Guardian is using this to apply for a job at Bungie with his creative ideas.
What does the player’s application look like? The Destiny subreddit is a place for exchanging thoughts on Bungie’s loot shooter. Inclined Guardians share their builds, videos, and thoughts on lore, balance, or criticism. Here, the community comes together and tackles true Herculean tasks as a team. This includes, for example, the recently solved mega-puzzle.
A creative user, however, used the forum to apply to the Destiny developer. In his post, he presented a total of 44 designs for unique weapons. He boldly wrote to Bungie:
If you’re reading this and you like it, let’s talk. I like money. You like guns. It’s simple math, Guardian.
NikkoJT via Reddit
This is why the weapon designs are celebrated: The Redditor NikkoJT states in his post that he is not only a Guardian but also an artist. And you can tell: For each of the 44 unique weapons, he has designed images and lore texts. Oh yes, of course, the weapons also have appropriately cool abilities.
The design of the weapons is very diverse. Some models are futuristic and reminiscent of space shooters like Warframe. Some guns could have sprung from our current time, and shotguns wrapped in rags remind us of dystopian scenarios. One thing all the guns have in common: They would fit perfectly in Destiny 2.
Currently, the Reddit thread has over 12,000 upvotes and more than 1000 comments. These are very positive and call for the artist to be hired by Bungie. In addition, users compliment NikkoJT for his creative work, interesting perks, and attention to detail.
This is fantastic! Incredible creativity – the drawings, the names of the weapons, and the perks… this is so cool. THIS is why I visit this subreddit. Thank you!
ohmywade via Reddit
As a fan favorite, a particularly outlandish design stands out. A cereal box that is wielded like a melee weapon:
What’s in the fan weapons? We can’t present all 44 created weapons here. However, we have selected one exotic and a ritual weapon as examples. What they have in common is that they are not overly powerful but fit well into their roles and meaningfully complement Destiny 2.
Exotic: Galeblades (Storm Blades)
- This pair of swords is wielded in the kinetic slot and requires special ammunition (currently, swords consume heavy ammo).
- Intrinsic perk: Twin Furies causing attacks to hit enemies in the arc before you. Heavy attacks also damage enemies behind you.
- The exo-perk “Hurricane Discipline” causes kills with the swords to grant increased movement and attack speed. You gain more range in the air.
Currently, exotic swords are not very popular in Destiny 2. Hardly anyone uses the blade weapons. A major weakness is that the weapons can usually only target one enemy at a time, which many feel is not worth the power slot.
The twin swords specifically address some of these weaknesses. Additionally, the concept of akimbo weapons, meaning one weapon in each hand, is currently not represented in Destiny 2 and brings fresh wind.
Ritual weapon: The Quick Fix
- This is a kinetic lightweight shotgun. This also includes Perfect Paradox.
- The weapon has the well-known property Kill Clip.
- As a special perk, the shotgun has “Emergency Repair.” This allows each reloaded round to heal a bit of health.
The weapon is thus excellent for PvE. Even surrounded by enemies, you can keep fighting. With the damage from Kill Clip, you become more dangerous after reloading and don’t have to fear for your life during reload phases.
Did the designs shown pique your interest? You can check out all 44 suggestions in this gallery.
Weapons, Balance, and Sticking Out Nails
This philosophy reigns at Bungie regarding weapon balance: Last year, Bungie announced a new way of thinking with Forsaken. From now on, everything shouldn’t feel smoothed out and harmonious. “Sticking out nails won’t be hammered down” was the mantra at the time.
However, it seems that Destiny is now deviating further from this course. Initially, the two revolvers Luna’s Howl and Not Forgotten were adjusted. Other top weapons faced similar changes. The reign of the Recluse was also curtailed, as was the infamous one-eyed mask.
The entire concept of top weapons has been completely overhauled. The seasonal masterpieces are now less powerful and serve more as strong alternatives for players neglected by loot luck. As a carrot, however, the top weapons have just made a better figure with their special properties.
Also, the situation looks similar with exotics. There are many good representatives of the weapon category. But a worthy successor to the Gjallarhorn is nowhere to be found in Destiny 2. Just recently, the Wishender bow was nerfed.
Would you hire the creative weapon smith for Destiny 2? Which of his designs is your favorite? And do you wish for sticking out nails?
