Grimoire Cards for Special Enemies
Most enemy types can be “processed” during normal gameplay. However, some specific enemy types must be actively sought and farmed. Unfortunately, the fact remains that major enemies of the type do not contribute to Grimoire points. Only enemies with a red health bar count. Why Bungie made it this way will likely remain Deejs little dirty secret, but it significantly extends the task. You should have the most problems with the following enemy types:
Hive Ogre
Play the mission “Shrine of Oryx” up to the point where an ogre with a few thralls appears in the distance. With a few precise shots from the sniper rifle, he will meet his end. Now, if you go back a short way, you can jump into an abyss and respawn right before the ogre. Bring the Icebreaker as your weapon, so you won’t have to spend much time gathering ammo. Be sure not to start the mission on heroic. Otherwise, you will face an ogre major that does not count toward Grimoire progress.
Vex Hydra
Play the mission “The Black Garden” to collect your Vex Hydra kills. It’s best to take the Gjallarhorn or the Universal Device and a shotgun in the secondary slot. This way you will have the least ammunition problems. Get close to the Hydra and kill it. Then let the other enemies kill you and repeat the process.
Kabal Colossus
You will find the Colossus just before the boss fight with Rocket McDickface (Valus Ta’aurc). Just kill him and get yourself killed after. Bring the Icebreaker or the Gjallarhorn with you.
