TL;DR
- Xur is located in the Tower Hangar on a catwalk accessible from the north staircase
- This week’s exotic armor includes Gwisin Vest for Hunters, Wormgod Caress for Titans, and Felwinter’s Helm for Warlocks
- Lord of Wolves is available as the featured exotic weapon with its unique shotgun-archetype
- Legendary armor sets feature balanced stat distributions ideal for mid-game builds
- Weapon highlights include IKELOS SMG with strong PvE perks and Spare Rations for PvP
- Smart purchasing strategy prioritizes missing exotics over duplicate acquisitions
Xur has returned to the Tower this weekend, bringing his exclusive inventory of exotic weaponry and armor. As the mysterious Agent of the Nine, he offers Guardians rare gear that can significantly enhance your combat effectiveness. Understanding his precise location and optimal access route will save you valuable time during your weekly visit.
Xur’s precise position on the Tower Hangar catwalk.
This week, Xur has established his temporary outpost within The Tower, specifically inside the Hangar section. Many players make the mistake of searching the main courtyard area first, wasting precious minutes. Instead, spawn directly at the Courtyard transmat zone and immediately proceed leftward down the staircase leading to the Hangar.
Once you enter the Hangar area, continue left and navigate toward the northern perimeter. Look for a metal staircase that ascends to an elevated catwalk system. Xur typically positions himself near the midpoint of this structure, often partially obscured by shipping containers and equipment.
Pro Navigation Tip: Activate your sparrow immediately after spawning to cover the distance more efficiently. The entire journey from spawn point to Xur takes approximately 45-60 seconds on foot, but can be reduced to under 30 seconds with proper sparrow usage and route optimization.
Xur’s exotic armor selection this week provides class-specific enhancements that can dramatically transform your playstyle. Each piece offers unique perks that synergize with specific subclasses and combat approaches.
Gwisin Vest – Hunter chest armor with spectral blade enhancements.
Gwisin Vest (Hunter): This chest armor excels in PvP scenarios, particularly for Void subclass users. Its signature perk extends the duration of your Spectral Blades super when you defeat weakened targets. For maximum effectiveness, pair this with high mobility gear and weapons that apply suppression effects.
Wormgod Caress – Titan gauntlets with melee damage stacking.
Wormgod Caress (Titan): These gauntlets provide escalating melee damage with consecutive kills. They’re particularly devastating when combined with the Striker subclass’s knockout perk or Sunbreaker’s roaring flames ability.
Felwinter’s Helm – Warlock helmet with area-of-effect debuffs.
Felwinter’s Helm (Warlock): This helmet creates a weakening burst around targets defeated by your melee attacks. It synergizes exceptionally well with Devour-lock builds and middle-tree Dawnblade’s celestial fire melee ability.
Common Mistake: Many players purchase exotic armor based solely on collection completion rather than actual build utility. Always evaluate how each piece complements your preferred playstyle before spending Legendary Shards.
Xur’s exotic weapon offerings this week feature powerful options suitable for various combat scenarios. Understanding each weapon’s strengths and optimal use cases will help you make informed purchasing decisions.
Lord of Wolves – Energy slot shotgun with unique burst-fire mechanics.
Lord of Wolves: This energy shotgun operates differently from traditional pellet shotguns, firing in five-round bursts. Its Release the Wolves perk temporarily increases rate of fire and range when activated. This weapon excels in both PvE add-clear situations and can be devastating in close-quarters PvP engagements.
Hawkmoon – Available through random Exotic Engram drops.
Exotic Engram Strategy: The exotic engram offers a chance to obtain Hawkmoon or other missing exotics from your collection. However, veteran players should note that duplicate protection isn’t guaranteed, making this a risky purchase if your exotic collection is nearly complete.
- Exotic Engram – 97 Legendary Shards
- Lord of Wolves – 29 Legendary Shards
- Wormgod Caress – 23 Legendary Shards
- Gwisin Vest – 23 Legendary Shards
- Felwinter’s Helm – 23 Legendary Shards
Weapon Synergy Tip: Lord of Wolves pairs exceptionally well with primary weapons that cover medium to long ranges, such as pulse rifles or scout rifles. This combination ensures you’re prepared for engagements at any distance.
Xur’s legendary armor sets provide solid stat distributions that can complement various build archetypes. Understanding the stat priorities for your preferred playstyle will help you identify which pieces offer the most value.
| Titan | Type | Mobility | Resilience | Recovery | Discipline | Intelligence | Strength | Total |
| Forged Machinist Gauntlets | Titan Gauntlets | 2 | 21 | 10 | 12 | 10 | 11 | 66 |
| Forged Machinist Plate | Titan Chest Armor | 2 | 18 | 12 | 11 | 10 | 12 | 65 |
| Forged Machinist Mark | Titan Mark | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Forged Machinist Helm | Titan Helmet | 22 | 10 | 2 | 12 | 2 | 20 | 68 |
| Forged Machinist Greaves | Titan Leg Armor | 15 | 16 | 2 | 2 | 14 | 14 | 63 |
| Warlock | Type | |||||||
| Annealed Shaper Gloves | Warlock Gauntlets | 16 | 10 | 6 | 14 | 10 | 6 | 62 |
| Annealed Shaper Robes | Warlock Chest Armor | 2 | 6 | 25 | 2 | 21 | 10 | 66 |
| Annealed Shaper Bond | Warlock Bond | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Annealed Shaper Crown | Warlock Helmet | 15 | 15 | 2 | 15 | 10 | 7 | 64 |
| Annealed Shaper Boots | Warlock Leg Armor | 2 | 24 | 7 | 2 | 7 | 23 | 65 |
| Hunter | Type | |||||||
| Woven Firesmith Grips | Hunter Gauntlets | 12 | 10 | 12 | 12 | 2 | 19 | 67 |
| Woven Firesmith Vest | Hunter Chest Armor | 15 | 7 | 10 | 11 | 18 | 2 | 63 |
| Woven Firesmith Cape | Hunter Cloak | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Woven Firesmith Mask | Hunter Helmet | 11 | 2 | 20 | 15 | 2 | 14 | 64 |
| Woven Firesmith Boots | Hunter Leg Armor | 2 | 14 | 14 | 2 | 16 | 14 | 62 |
Titan Set Analysis: The Forged Machinist set emphasizes resilience and strength, making it ideal for aggressive close-quarters combat builds. The helmet’s 22 mobility and 20 strength distribution is particularly valuable for shoulder-charge focused Titans.
Warlock Optimization: Annealed Shaper robes feature exceptional recovery (25) and intelligence (21), perfect for ability-spam builds and well-lock setups in endgame content.
Hunter Build Tip: The Woven Firesmith mask offers strong recovery (20) and discipline (15), complementing nightstalker builds that rely on frequent smoke bomb usage.
Xur’s legendary weapon selection this week includes several standout options with valuable perk combinations. Understanding which rolls offer the most utility for different game modes will help you prioritize your purchases.
| Interference VI | Heavy Grenade Launcher | Countermass / Quick Launch | Augmented Drum / High-Velocity Rounds | Auto-Loading Holster | Swashbuckler |
| Tarnished Mettle | Energy Scout Rifle | Arrowhead Brake / Smallbore | Tactical Mag / Flared Magwell | Moving Target | Multikill Clip |
| No Reprieve | Kinetic Shotgun | Extended Barrel / Polygonal Rifling | Accurized Rounds / Light Mag | Triple Tap | Focused Fury |
| IKELOS_SG_v1.0.3 | Energy Shotgun | Smallbore / Barrel Shroud | Appended Mag / Light Mag | Grave Robber | Swashbuckler |
| IKELOS_SMG_v1.0.3 | Energy Submachine Gun | Extended Barrel / Full Bore | Appended Mag / Tactical Mag | Perpetual Motion | Gutshot Straight |
| Spare Rations | Kinetic Hand Cannon | Full Bore / Smallbore | Ricochet Rounds / Flared Magwell | Snapshot Sights | Vorpal Weapon |
| Just in Case | Heavy Sword | Enduring Blade / Tempered Edge | Heavy Guard / Swordmaster’s Guard | Wellspring | Thresh |
PvE Standout: IKELOS_SMG_v1.0.3 with Perpetual Motion and Gutshot Straight offers excellent stability and accuracy for add-clear scenarios. This roll is particularly effective in activities with high enemy density.
PvP Recommendation: Spare Rations with Snapshot Sights and Vorpal Weapon provides strong dueling capability against guardian supers.
God Roll Identification: For the IKELOS shotgun, Grave Robber and Swashbuckler create a powerful synergy for aggressive playstyles, automatically reloading your weapon on melee kills while increasing damage.
Masterwork Priority: When investing enhancement materials, prioritize weapons with reload speed or range masterworks, as these provide the most noticeable performance improvements.
Common Mistake: Many players overlook weapons based on archetype preferences rather than evaluating the actual perk combinations. Always inspect each weapon’s roll individually before dismissing it.
Action Checklist
- Check your exotic collection for missing pieces before purchasing engrams
- Prioritize purchasing missing exotic armor that complements your main build
- Evaluate legendary weapon rolls for PvE and PvP utility
- Compare armor stat distributions against your current gear
- Plan your shard expenditure based on current inventory needs
- Note Xur’s location for future reference to streamline subsequent visits
No reproduction without permission:SeeYouSoon Game Club » Where Is Xur Today? (February 16-20) Destiny 2 Exotic Items And Xur Location Guide Your complete guide to finding Xur's location and evaluating this week's exotic and legendary gear offerings
