With the update 1.2.1, Bungie will introduce the first wave of revamped exotic armor in Destiny 2 on May 29, 2018. We will show you which armor pieces are involved and what they can do after their overhaul.
With the Warmind expansion, Bungie recently brought some revamped exotic weapons into the game. This feature has been well received by many fans. Many are now eagerly waiting for the revamped armor exotics. The first examples are expected to enter the game with the next update 1.2.1 on May 29. More are set to follow in July.
We will show you which exotics are included in the first wave and how these armor pieces will change after the overhaul.
These revamped exotics are waiting for you in May
The upcoming update will introduce six updated armor pieces – two for each class. Most of the changes will be in addition to the existing effects.
Synthoceps – Gauntlets (Titan)
This is what Synthoceps could do so far: The intrinsic perk “Biotic Enhancements” grants the wearer increased melee jump distance. Additionally, melee damage is increased when surrounded.
This is what Synthoceps can do after the overhaul: The intrinsic perk previously adjusted melee damage based on the number of enemies you were surrounded by. Now it grants a persistent damage increase for melee and super once you are surrounded by three or more enemies. The buff lasts for a short while – even when you are no longer surrounded by enemies.
Unyielding Lion – Leg Armor (Titan)
This is what the exotic leg armor could do so far: The perk “Jump Jets” grants Titans additional maneuverability in the air.
This is what the exotic can do after the overhaul: While floating, you can now fire from the hip without interrupting your hover. Additionally, there is no precision reduction when firing from the hip while hovering.
The Shadow of the Dragon – Chest Armor (Hunter)
This is what the chest armor could do so far: The perk “Ghost Metal Chainmail” grants the Hunter increased movement and weapon handling speed for a short time after dodging.
This is what the exotic can do after the overhaul: Dodging now reloads all weapons at once. Additionally, the effect of the Ghost Metal Chainmail now includes a mobility bonus.
Mechanic Trick Sleeves – Gauntlets (Hunter)
This is what the Trick Sleeves could do so far: The intrinsic perk “Padded Holster” increases the handling and reload speed of the sidearm.
This is what the Trick Sleeves can do after the overhaul: When critically wounded, switching to a sidearm will significantly increase its damage. This makes sidearms a kind of emergency weapon that can turn the tide at the last second.
Lunafaction Boots – Leg Armor (Warlock)
This is what the boots could do so far: With the perk “Alchemical Corrosions”, rifts gain the additional ability to automatically reload allies’ weapons.
This is what the leg armor can do after the overhaul: Instead of reloading only when entering or leaving the rift, reloading in the rift now happens automatically. Additionally, the empowering rift makes weapons more effective at longer ranges.
Sunbracers – Gauntlets (Warlock)
This is what the gloves could do so far: The intrinsic perk “Helium Spirals” increases the duration of solar grenades. Additionally, the perk grants grenade energy on solar melee hits.
This is what the exotic can do after the overhaul: The original effect is replaced by the extension of the duration of solar grenades. Solar melee kills also grant unlimited solar grenade energy for a short time.
What do you think of these changes? Do these exotics finally live up to their names? Or do you feel the changes don’t go far enough compared to the weapons?
Destiny 2 is a multiplayer online loot shooter with MMO elements developed by Bungie. It was released on September 6, 2017, for PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, and ...
