TL;DR
- Xur is located in the Tower Hangar – spawn at Courtyard and navigate left to catwalk
- This week’s exotic lineup includes Prometheus Lens, Shinobu’s Vow, Eternal Warrior, and Skull of Dire Ahamkara
- Legendary Shards are being phased out next month – use them now for exotic purchases
- Sovereign armor sets offer balanced stat distributions for all three character classes
- Weapon selections include strong PvE options like CALUS Mini-Tool and IKELOS_SMG
- Exotic Engram available for 97 Legendary Shards with random exotic drop
As Destiny 2 approaches the launch of The Final Shape expansion, this weekend marks a critical opportunity for Guardians to acquire powerful exotic gear. With Legendary Shards scheduled for removal from the game economy next month, now represents the ideal time to invest your accumulated currency before it becomes obsolete.
The timing couldn’t be more strategic – this penultimate weekend before the major content drop means Xur’s inventory carries heightened importance for players preparing for the upcoming challenges. His current selection includes both exotic and legendary equipment that can significantly enhance your loadout capabilities.
Understanding the value proposition of each item requires careful analysis of stat distributions, perk combinations, and synergy with popular builds. This guide provides the detailed evaluation needed to make informed purchasing decisions.
This week, the elusive merchant has established his temporary base within The Tower’s Hangar section. His positioning follows the familiar pattern of rotating locations, but this week’s spot offers relatively straightforward navigation for veteran and new players alike.
Begin your journey by spawning at the Courtyard transmat zone, then immediately proceed leftward down the staircase that leads into the Hangar area. Once you’ve entered this spacious section dedicated to ship maintenance and storage, maintain your leftward trajectory toward the northern perimeter.
The key landmark to identify is a metallic staircase ascending to an elevated catwalk system. Xur awaits at the apex of this structure, surrounded by his characteristic otherworldly ambiance and exotic wares.
Xur’s location inside the Tower offers clear sightlines and easy access once you’ve navigated to the correct catwalk position.
Pro Tip: Many players miss the catwalk entrance because they become distracted by ship activities in the Hangar. Focus on finding the staircase immediately after entering from the Courtyard to minimize navigation time.
Xur’s exotic inventory this weekend features both weapon and armor selections tailored to specific playstyles. Each item carries distinct advantages that merit consideration based on your preferred combat approach and existing gear collections.
Exotic Weapon: Prometheus Lens
The Prometheus Lens trace rifle returns with its signature solar beam that applies scorch stacks to targets. At 29 Legendary Shards, it represents solid value for players lacking this weapon or seeking a reliable add-clear option for solar builds.
Prometheus Lens excels in crowd control situations where its prismatic beam can ignite multiple combatants simultaneously.
Class-Specific Exotic Armor
For Hunters, Shinobu’s Vow gauntlets enhance skip grenade effectiveness with improved tracking and damage. At 23 Legendary Shards, they’re particularly valuable for Arcstrider builds focusing on grenade regeneration.
Shinobu’s Vow transforms skip grenades into significantly more potent tools for both PvE and PvP engagements.
Titans can acquire the Eternal Warrior helmet, which provides overshield protection during Fists of Havoc activation. This defensive benefit can be crucial in high-level content where survivability during super activation often determines success or failure.
Eternal Warrior offers unique protective capabilities during arc super activation, making it particularly valuable in Grandmaster Nightfalls.
Warlocks have access to the Skull of Dire Ahamkara, which enhances Nova Bomb effectiveness through both damage resistance during casting and super energy return on kills.
Skull of Dire Ahamkara remains a strong choice for Voidwalker builds despite previous nerfs to its super regeneration capabilities.
- Exotic Engram – 97 Legendary Shards
- Prometheus Lens – 29 Legendary Shards
- Shinobu’s Vow – 23 Legendary Shards
- Eternal Warrior – 23 Legendary Shards
- Skull of Dire Ahamkara – 23 Legendary Shards
Advanced Insight: The Exotic Engram represents the best value for players seeking to complete their collections, as it guarantees an exotic not currently in your inventory when decrypted.
Beyond the exotic offerings, Xur provides access to complete legendary armor sets and carefully curated weapons that complement current meta builds. Understanding stat distributions and perk combinations is essential for maximizing your investment.
Legendary Armor Stat Analysis
The Sovereign armor sets available this week demonstrate thoughtful stat distributions that support diverse playstyles. Each class receives armor pieces with balanced attributes that facilitate build customization without excessive stat manipulation.
| Titan | Type | Mobility | Resilience | Recovery | Discipline | Intelligence | Strength | Total |
| Sovereign Gauntlets | Titan Gauntlets | 10 | 2 | 19 | 6 | 2 | 25 | 64 |
| Sovereign Plate | Titan Chest Armor | 10 | 15 | 7 | 6 | 12 | 15 | 65 |
| Coronation Mark | Titan Mark | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Sovereign Helm | Titan Helmet | 2 | 2 | 30 | 12 | 6 | 16 | 68 |
| Sovereign Greaves | Titan Leg Armor | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 6 | 17 | 63 |
| Warlock | Type | |||||||
| Sovereign Gloves | Warlock Gauntlets | 18 | 10 | 2 | 20 | 6 | 7 | 63 |
| Sovereign Robes | Warlock Chest Armor | 10 | 10 | 10 | 2 | 26 | 6 | 64 |
| Coronation Bond | Warlock Bond | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Sovereign Hood | Warlock Helmet | 2 | 18 | 10 | 11 | 10 | 10 | 61 |
| Sovereign Legs | Warlock Leg Armor | 18 | 2 | 10 | 10 | 11 | 10 | 61 |
| Hunter | Type | |||||||
| Sovereign Grips | Hunter Gauntlets | 14 | 2 | 17 | 10 | 22 | 2 | 67 |
| Sovereign Vest | Hunter Chest Armor | 2 | 10 | 22 | 12 | 10 | 10 | 66 |
| Coronation Cloak | Hunter Cloak | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Sovereign Mask | Hunter Helmet | 6 | 7 | 20 | 29 | 2 | 2 | 66 |
| Sovereign Boots | Hunter Leg Armor | 7 | 2 | 24 | 7 | 14 | 12 | 66 |
Legendary Weapon Selections
Xur’s weapon offerings this week include several standout options that perform exceptionally well in both PvE and PvP environments. Each weapon features curated perk combinations that eliminate the grind for ideal rolls.
| Memory Interdict | Heavy Grenade Launcher | Confined Launch / Countermass | High-Explosive Ordnance / High-Velocity Rounds | Impulse Amplifier | Danger Zone | Tier 2: Blast Radius |
| Stochastic Variable | Energy Submachine Gun | Extended Barrel / Smallbore | Extended Mag / Appended Mag / High-Caliber Rounds | Under Pressure | Wellspring | Tier 2: Range |
| Scathelocke | Kinetic Auto Rifle | Arrowhead Brake / Smallbore | Extended Mag / Alloy Magazine | Subsistence | Sympathetic Arsenal | Tier 2: Range |
| CALUS Mini-Tool | Energy Submachine Gun | Corkscrew Rifling / Extended Barrel | Appended Mag / Flared Magwell | Unrelenting | Eye of the Storm | Tier 2: Range |
| Nezarec’s Whisper | Energy Glaive | Tempered Truss Rod / Low-Impedance Windings | Alloy Magazine / Accurized Rounds | Genesis | Turnabout | Tier 2: Shield Duration |
| Retrofit Escapade | Heavy Machine Gun | Chambered Compensator / Smallbore | Accurized Rounds / Flared Magwell | Turnabout | Tap the Trigger | Tier 2: Reload Speed |
| IKELOS_SMG_v1.0.3 | Energy Submachine Gun | Hammer-Forged Rifling / Smallbore | Appended Mag / Extended Mag | Killing Wind | Pugilist | Tier 2: Handling |
Build Optimization Tip: The Sovereign Mask for Hunters features an exceptional 29 Discipline stat, making it ideal for builds prioritizing grenade cooldown reduction without requiring extensive armor mod investment.
Common Mistake to Avoid: Many players overlook class items (marks, bonds, cloaks) because they display zero stats, but these pieces are essential for completing armor set bonuses and accommodating essential mods.
Action Checklist
- Navigate to Tower Hangar via Courtyard spawn, turn left to catwalk
- Prioritize exotic purchases based on missing collections and build needs
- Evaluate legendary armor stat spikes for build optimization potential
- Consider weapon purchases like CALUS Mini-Tool for curated perk combinations
- Purchase Exotic Engram if seeking to complete exotic collections
- Spend remaining Legendary Shards before phase-out next month
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