TL;DR
- Xur is located in EDZ’s Winding Cove – follow the collapsed overpass to find his cave hideout
- This week’s exotic weapon Arbalest provides exceptional anti-barrier capabilities
- Khepri’s Sting, Mk. 44 Stand Asides, and Karnstein Armlets offer unique class-specific benefits
- Legendary armor sets feature balanced stat distributions ideal for various build types
- Weapon rolls include standout combinations like Chill Clip on Bump in the Night rocket launcher
Guardians seeking Xur’s exotic wares this weekend will find the elusive merchant stationed in the EDZ, specifically within the Winding Cove sector. As Destiny 2 approaches significant sandbox adjustments scheduled for March, Xur’s refreshed inventory presents valuable opportunities to acquire powerful gear before potential meta shifts.
Xur’s location in the EDZ.
To locate Xur efficiently, begin at the Winding Cove transmat zone and proceed northward using your sparrow. Watch for the damaged overpass structure on your left-hand side, then identify the cavern entrance positioned close to the road’s curve. Navigate through the underground passage within the cliffside to access an elevated ridge where a crashed Fallen dropship serves as your landmark – Xur awaits nearby.
Pro Tip: Xur maintains his weekend presence from Friday reset until Tuesday’s weekly reset, giving you approximately 96 hours to complete your purchases. Many players mistakenly attempt to visit during Tuesday maintenance windows, so plan your shopping accordingly.
Xur’s exotic armor selection this week provides distinct tactical advantages for each Guardian class. Understanding how these pieces integrate with current meta builds can significantly enhance your combat effectiveness.
Khepri’s Sting
Hunter – Khepri’s Sting Gauntlets (23 Legendary Shards): These exotic gloves grant truesight and a damage boost after deploying smoke bombs near enemies. They excel in both PvP ambush scenarios and high-level PvE content where situational awareness is critical. Pair with Nightstalker’s Trapper’s Ambush aspect for maximum utility.
Mk. 44 Stand Asides
Titan – Mk. 44 Stand Asides (23 Legendary Shards): These leg armor pieces provide overshields during Seismic Strike activation and improve shoulder charge energy regeneration. They’re particularly effective for aggressive playstyles in both PvP and melee-focused PvE builds.
Karnstein Armlets
Warlock – Karnstein Armlets (23 Legendary Shards): These gauntlets deliver health regeneration and melee energy upon melee kills. They synergize exceptionally well with Devour builds and close-quarters combat approaches.
Advanced Strategy: For optimal stat distribution, consider pairing these exotics with high-resilience or high-recovery armor pieces from your existing collection.
Xur’s featured exotic weapon this week is Arbalest, available for 29 Legendary Shards. This linear fusion rifle possesses intrinsic anti-barrier capabilities, making it indispensable for Nightfall activities and endgame content featuring Barrier Champions.
Arbalest
Arbalest’s Disruption Break perk triggers significant kinetic damage increases after breaking enemy shields, creating powerful combo opportunities with your energy weapons.
Combat Applications: In PvP, Arbalest functions as a consistent one-shot kill weapon with generous aim assistance. For PvE content, its ability to dismantle all shield types without matching elements provides exceptional versatility.
Common Pitfall: Many players underestimate Arbalest’s utility against non-Champion enemies. Its shield-breaking proficiency makes it valuable throughout various activity types, not just Champion-focused content.
Optimization Tip: When using Arbalest in high-level content, coordinate with your fireteam to maximize the Disruption Break damage window for team DPS phases.
Xur’s legendary armor offerings this week feature the Eidolon Pursuant sets for all three classes. These armor pieces present well-balanced stat distributions suitable for various build configurations.
| Titan | Type | Mobility | Resilience | Recovery | Discipline | Intelligence | Strength | Total |
| Eidolon Pursuant Gauntlets | Titan Gauntlets | 7 | 14 | 7 | 12 | 6 | 6 | 52 |
| Eidolon Pursuant Plate | Titan Chest Armor | 7 | 2 | 19 | 12 | 2 | 11 | 53 |
| Eidolon Pursuant Mark | Titan Mark | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Eidolon Pursuant Helm | Titan Helmet | 2 | 6 | 20 | 2 | 24 | 2 | 56 |
| Eidolon Pursuant Greaves | Titan Leg Armor | 12 | 11 | 2 | 14 | 2 | 10 | 51 |
| Warlock | Type | |||||||
| Eidolon Pursuant Gloves | Warlock Gauntlets | 2 | 7 | 16 | 12 | 2 | 13 | 52 |
| Eidolon Pursuant Robe | Warlock Chest Armor | 6 | 16 | 9 | 12 | 6 | 6 | 55 |
| Eidolon Pursuant Bond | Warlock Bond | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Eidolon Pursuant Veil | Warlock Helmet | 2 | 23 | 2 | 18 | 7 | 2 | 54 |
| Eidolon Pursuant Pants | Warlock Leg Armor | 10 | 8 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 9 | 52 |
| Hunter | Type | |||||||
| Eidolon Pursuant Handguards | Hunter Gauntlets | 2 | 25 | 2 | 7 | 2 | 16 | 54 |
| Eidolon Pursuant Tunic | Hunter Chest Armor | 7 | 12 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 12 | 50 |
| Eidolon Pursuant Cloak | Hunter Cloak | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Eidolon Pursuant Mask | Hunter Helmet | 12 | 12 | 2 | 11 | 7 | 6 | 50 |
| Eidolon Pursuant Legguards | Hunter Leg Armor | 17 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 12 | 12 | 51 |
Stat Analysis: The Titan set emphasizes resilience and recovery with standout pieces like the helmet featuring 20 recovery and 24 intelligence. Warlock armor focuses on balanced distributions with the chest piece offering 16 resilience. Hunter gear provides mobility-focused options, particularly the leg armor with 17 mobility.
Build Optimization: For maximum effectiveness, mix and match these pieces with your existing high-stat armor to create optimized triple-100 builds.
Xur’s legendary weapon selection this week includes several noteworthy rolls with strong perk combinations for various gameplay scenarios.
| Seventh Seraph SAW | Heavy Machine Gun | Fluted Barrel / Smallbore | Armor-Piercing Rounds / Light Mag | Auto-Loading Holster | Opening Shot | Tier 2: Reload Speed |
| True Prophecy | Kinetic Hand Cannon | SteadyHand HCS / Crossfire HCS | Steady Rounds / Alloy Magazine | Field Prep | Elemental Capacitor | Tier 2: Reload Speed |
| Nature of the Beast | Energy Hand Cannon | SteadyHand HCS / Crossfire HCS | Extended Mag / Alloy Magazine | Snapshot Sights | Rangefinder | Tier 2: Handling |
| Deafening Whisper | Energy Grenade Launcher | Confined Launch / Linear Compensator | High-Velocity Rounds / Implosion Rounds | Surplus | Threat Detector | Tier 2: Blast Radius |
| Bump in the Night | Heavy Rocket Launcher | Countermass / Smart Drift Control | Alloy Casing / Impact Casing | Demolitionist | Chill Clip | Tier 2: Blast Radius |
| Blood Feud | Kinetic Submachine Gun | Full Bore / Hammer-Forged Rifling | Steady Rounds / Alloy Magazine | Ambitious Assassin | Headstone | Tier 2: Range |
| Sole Survivor | Energy Sniper Rifle | Polygonal Rifling / Smallbore | High-Caliber Rounds / Flared Magwell | Eddy Current | Frenzy | Tier 2: Handling |
Standout Weapons:
Bump in the Night with Demolitionist and Chill Clip creates an exceptional Stasis synergy weapon perfect for grenade-focused builds.
Blood Feud combines Ambitious Assassin with Headstone for effective Stasis crystal generation in add-clear scenarios.
True Prophecy offers Field Prep for improved ammo reserves and Elemental Capacitor for stat flexibility based on your subclass.
Common Mistake: Many players overlook the Seventh Seraph SAW despite its Auto-Loading Holster and Opening Shot combination, which provides excellent sustained damage in both PvE and PvP engagements.
Hawkmoon
Advanced Strategy: Consider pairing these weapons with complementary exotic armor pieces to create specialized loadouts for specific activity types. For comprehensive weapon strategies, consult our BF6 Weapons Unlock Guide for additional insights.
Action Checklist
- Fast travel to EDZ Winding Cove and navigate to Xur’s cave location
- Purchase Arbalest for anti-barrier capabilities in Nightfalls
- Acquire class-specific exotic armor based on your preferred playstyle
- Evaluate legendary armor stat distributions for build optimization
- Pick up Bump in the Night with Chill Clip for Stasis builds
- Complete Xenology quest for Exotic Cipher if needed
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