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Vault of Glass Guide


Ladies and gentlemen, the Vault of Glass is back, and it's ready to take your Destiny 2 experience to a whole new level! But before you venture into this iconic raid, you need the ultimate guide to conquer it with ease. Lucky for you, we've got you covered with our top-notch Vault of Glass raid guide.

We know you're all different kinds of guardians, from veterans to newbies, but let's be real, this raid will test you all, and that's where we come in! Our guide is jam-packed with the optimal strategies and tips you need to complete the Vault of Glass without breaking a sweat.

And let's not forget about the rewards! There's nothing like the feeling of accomplishment when you finish a raid, but the rewards make it all the more sweeter. So, what are you waiting for? Grab your Fireteam, gear up and let's show Venus who's boss!


Intro

Welcome to the Venusian wonderland that is the Vault of Glass! Well, technically, it's only accessible through the new Legends node in the Director, but who's keeping track?

Now, let's talk numbers: the recommended Power for this raid is 1300, which should be a piece of cake for most of you guardians out there. Destiny 2's new lenient Power structure is definitely a blessing, but let's not forget that the Vault of Glass will still give you a run for your money.

For those of you who are veterans of the original Vault of Glass back in Destiny 1, you'll be thrilled to know that most of the encounters remain the same. However, we have to warn you that there are some sneaky little changes that might catch you off guard.

But hey, that's what we're here for! Our guide will take you through all the changes, twists, and turns of the Vault of Glass so that you can breeze through it like a boss. So gear up, grab your favorite weapons, and let's go kick some Vex butt!


Recommended Weapons

Ah, the sweet sound of weapon recommendations! While it's true that you can technically clear the Vault of Glass with whatever weapon you want, let's be honest, it's a lot more fun and rewarding to do it the easy way. So, buckle up and let's dive into some weapon choices that will make your life much easier.

First off, let's talk about Xenophage, the Exotic Machine Gun that is almost non-negotiable. This bad boy can one-hit Oracles and can really pack a punch against bosses and Champions. With the right mod setup, you'll have a lot of ammo to play with, making it an all-around great choice for all encounters.

Anarchy is another excellent option, especially if you've unlocked it. During Season of the Splicer, the Breach and Clear mod works with Anarchy, which debuffs bosses and other targets. Plus, it's one of those "set and forget" weapons that lets you deal DPS with your secondary, like a Sniper Rifle. However, as of Season of the Lost, the boss damage has been reduced and the seasonal mods are different. So, while it's still a good option for add control and area-denial, there are some other options to consider.

If you're lucky enough to have the Exotic Catalyst for Deathbringer, you're in for a treat. Yes, we know, Deathbringer sounds like a weapon that's only good for trolling your friends. But, unironically, it's a great DPS option. With Argent Ordnance, Deathbringer can melt the Wyverns, Champions, the Templar, and Atheon.

Weapons that utilize Overload Rounds are also critical, especially since there are several Overload Champions in the Vault of Glass. Being able to lock them down is vital to clearing encounters, so make sure to find an Overload Mod and use a weapon that you feel comfortable with. During Season of the Splicer, the Seventh Seraph SMG was a great option as it could overload Champions while also allowing players to generate Warmind Cells.

Other weapons that can make things a lot easier include a Void Shotgun to deal with Minotaurs and Praetorians, a Grenade Launcher with a Blinding Grenades perk, a Scout Rifle for long-range combatants, Salvager's Salvo for one boss DPS option, precision shotguns for another boss DPS strategy, Divinity for the large crit-spot creation, and Tractor Cannon for the debuff.

And, during Season of the Lost, One Thousand Voices is a viable Power weapon that can shred through trash mobs and bosses with ease. Coupled with Null Composure, these two can really pack a punch, thanks to the seasonal mod, Particle Deconstruction, which boosts the damage of Fusion Rifles when you deal damage with Fusion Rifles.

So, there you have it! Load up on these weapons and you'll be one step closer to becoming the Vault of Glass conqueror you were born to be.



Opening the Vault of Glass

Alright, let's take a crack at this!

Welcome to the Vault of Glass, where the Vex are throwing a wild party and you're on the guest list. The catch? You gotta work for it. The first encounter involves activating three Vex sync plates and holding them until a central spire is formed. Easy peasy, right?

First things first, you need to split your team into two groups of two and send them to each of the three plates. And don't forget to step into the ring until the white wall around it is built. We don't want any gatecrashers ruining the fun.

Now, you'll have to deal with Praetorians and some backup Vex that will spawn to try and reclaim the plates. It's like dealing with those annoying party crashers that won't take no for an answer. Focus on defeating the Praetorians before they touch the plates and reclaim any Vex sync plates that are lost. You don't want to lose your spot on the guest list, do you?

Be sure to keep an eye out for the Cyclops that will spawn around the area. They're the real party animals and can deal some serious damage, so take them out as fast as possible with Supers and Heavy.

You don't have to stay on the plate once the connection is made, but it might make things a bit harder. Just focus on stopping those Praetorians from messing things up. You can track your progress by looking to the center of the map where the Spire will be forming inside a Vex latticework. When the spire is fully built, the enemies will vanish and a light will blast out of the Spire, opening the door to the Vault of Glass.

So get out there and show those Vex who's boss! Just don't forget to RSVP before you crash the party.


Confluxes

Ah, the Vault of Glass, a place where adventurers go to test their skills and earn some serious loot. Once you've made your way into the Templar's Well, you'll find yourself facing the Confluxes encounter. Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to defend three Confluxes from being sacrificed to by the pesky Vex. Easy peasy, right?

The first Conflux is a solo job. You just have to keep those Vex away from it long enough for it to disappear. Once it does, a group of enemies will rush out to say hi. You know the drill - survive the onslaught and move on to the next Conflux.

Things get a bit trickier when you have to defend two Confluxes at the same time. Do you split your team up or stay close to the Confluxes? It's up to you, but keep an eye out for Wyverns and Champions - they mean business.

Finally, the real challenge begins when you have to defend all three Confluxes at once. Split your team up evenly and communicate like your life depends on it. Seriously, too many Vex sacrifices and you'll be in trouble. And don't forget about those exploding Vex units - their pools of liquid will debuff you, so make sure to cleanse at the central pool.

Defeat the Wyverns, take out the Champions, and make sure those Confluxes stay safe. Succeed, and you'll be one step closer to taking on the dreaded Templar. Good luck, Guardian.

Oracles

Ah, the Oracles section of the Vault of Glass. Here's where you'll face off against the Vex Oracles and need to defeat them in a specific order - no skipping steps here, folks. If you mess up, you'll be marked and eventually wiped. And let's be honest, no one wants to be marked for death.

The number of Oracles you'll face depends on the difficulty level you're playing on, with three on the easy setting and a whopping seven on the hardest difficulty. Better get those counting skills ready!

To keep things organized, it's a good idea to assign players to specific areas where Oracles will spawn. As each Oracle appears, players will need to call out the number so everyone can keep track of the order. This is not the time to forget your numbers, people.

Of course, it's not just about the Oracles. You'll also need to deal with pesky Goblins, Minotaurs, and Hobgoblins sniping from afar. It's like a game of whack-a-mole, but with more explosions.

One thing to keep in mind is that there are seven Oracles in total, so one player will have to take on two. It's all about teamwork, communication, and not forgetting your counting skills. And if you need some extra help, try labeling the Oracle locations with catchy names like "L1", "R2", or "Mid" - whatever floats your boat.

So, are you ready to take on the Oracles? Remember, if you mess up, you'll be marked for death. No pressure!

Templar

Ready for a challenge? The Templar fight in the Vault of Glass expansion for Destiny 2 introduces a new tool called the Aegis, also known as the Relic. The fight requires players to defeat three Oracles in a specific order before taking down the Templar's shield using the Relic and dealing damage. This is a multi-step process that is both exciting and strategic, and will test your coordination and teamwork.

To begin the Templar fight, one player needs to grab the Relic. This person will be in charge of using it to destroy at least one Oracle, take down the Templar's shield, and protect the team using the Oracle's shield function. The Relic has a few different functions that can be activated using various buttons. The shoot button is used for heavy attacks, which become a slam when activated mid-air, while the melee button is used for a fast attack. The aiming/ADS button is used for the shield, and the Super buttons are used to activate the Relic's firing attack, which removes the Templar's shield.

After the Relic is grabbed, the person holding it should hang around one side to see where the Oracles spawn. Two other players should assist, and the team should work together to defeat the first three Oracles that spawn in the order they appear. Once the Oracles are gone, the person with the Relic should use their Super ability to knock off the Templar's shield. You can get Super energy faster by defeating enemies or Oracles with the Relic.

Once the Templar's shield goes down, all players (excluding the Relic holder) should begin damaging the Templar. Its weak point is its "nose," so aim there to deal the most damage. Keep an eye out for the player who gets Detained, as they will need help breaking free. After a few seconds, the Templar will create a ring on the ground to indicate where it will teleport. When it teleports, it will regain its shield, and the previous steps will need to be repeated until the Templar dies.

One strategy to increase the amount of time in the damage phase is to prevent the Templar from teleporting. This is done by standing in the circle it makes. If done in time, the circle will change color and eventually disappear – you must stay in the circle until it disappears. However, be aware that if you prevent the Templar from teleporting, it will spawn Praetorians for every successful block. This means the team may need to clear these strong Minotaurs while also focusing on damage.

To prevent the Templar from teleporting, a good strategy is to use the platforms near the starting point of the arena. Placing a Ward of Dawn with Weapons of Light and then a Well of Radiance further along the platform will allow teams to deal a lot of damage. If you want to keep your distance, use Snipers or other types of Power weapons to capitalize on something like Deathbringer, which has some outrageous DPS during Season of the Splicer thanks to its Exotic Catalyst and certain mods.

All in all, the Templar fight in the Vault of Glass expansion is an exciting and challenging battle that requires coordination and teamwork. Follow these steps, and you'll be sure to come out on top!

Gorgon's Labyrinth

Ah, the infamous Gorgon’s Labyrinth. Not technically an encounter, but definitely a heart-pumping challenge. Your objective: don’t die. Sounds simple enough, right? Wrong. One glimpse from a Gorgon and the whole team gets wiped out. No pressure.

Luckily, there are a few tricks to make it through this maze of death. The exit is on the left-hand side of the maze, but the journey there can take many paths. Your best bet is to use the large rocks on the left-hand side of the main maze area to jump over the Gorgons.

Of course, you could always try to sneak past the Gorgons undetected, but good luck with that. The most consistent option is definitely the rock-hopping method. And don't worry, an updated Gorgon's Labyrinth map is forthcoming. In the meantime, remember: one misstep, one wrong move, and you'll be resetting the whole darn thing. No pressure.

Gatekeeper

Ah, the Gatekeeper. This is where things start to get really interesting in the Vault of Glass. You've already made your way through all sorts of craziness to get here, but this fight takes things to a whole new level.

So, what's the deal? Well, this is a relay race of sorts, but with a big, hulking Praetorian and some funky portals thrown in for good measure. Your job is to grab the Relic and pass it back and forth between portals, all while fending off the Praetorian and its pesky shield. And if that wasn't enough, you've also got Goblins and Overload Minotaurs trying to mess up your day on the Vex sync plates.

To kick things off, you'll need to defeat the Gatekeeper that's chilling in the middle of the room. Once that's done, grab the Relic that spawns and get ready to start the relay. The other players should be opening both portals by standing on the Vex sync plates. You'll need to send one player into each portal to defend a Conflux and call out when the Praetorian shows up. As soon as it does, the player with the Relic should enter their portal and take care of business.

Now, here's where things can get a bit tricky. You'll only have 45 seconds to pass the Relic through a portal before you get hit with the dreaded Teleport Destabilized debuff. This means you'll need to drop the Relic for another player to take if you're going through a portal. The good news is that this gives everyone a chance to get in on the action, so don't stress too much.

As you're passing the Relic back and forth, keep an eye out for Gatekeepers and Overload Minotaurs. You'll need to take care of them before they cause too much trouble. If all goes well, you'll defeat six Gatekeepers before the final phase begins. At this point, all players should return to the main area and defend the Conflux that appears. The player with the Relic will need to remove the Praetorian's shield, while everyone else deals with the Wyverns that show up.

In terms of Supers, you'll want something that can take out the Wyverns quickly. Blade Barrage, Thundercrash, and Nova Bomb are all good options here. Just make sure you're prepared to hold your own if you're on your own when the Wyverns spawn.

So, that's the Gatekeeper for you. It's a bit of a relay race, a bit of a shield-breaking exercise, and a bit of a Wyvern-slaying extravaganza. But hey, that's what makes it fun, right?

Atheon, Time's Conflux

Welcome to the Vault of Glass, where the final battle is fought against Atheon, Time's Conflux. In this battle, three players are teleported at random through one of the portals, where they must collect a Relic and defeat three sets of three Oracles in the correct order before escaping. Once freed, damage can be dealt to Atheon, thanks to the Time's Vengeance buff.

To start the fight, destroy the Vex cube floating over the island and defeat Harpies until three players are teleported. The three players on the outside call out the order in which the Oracles appear, while defeating Supplicants and opening the correct portal using the Vex sync plate. Meanwhile, the players on the inside collect the Relic, destroy the Oracles in the correct order, and exit through the portal.

The main mechanic in this fight that must be perfected is the Oracle callouts. If the Oracles aren’t destroyed in the correct order or are destroyed too late, the entire team will die. The team that gets teleported must immediately say which side they were teleported to, and once this information is shared, the Vex portal can be opened.

During the damage phase, a player at random will receive a debuff called Imminent Detain, which, when it reaches zero, will detain the player and anyone too close to them. The player should quickly get away from the other players and wait for their teammates to free them by shooting the detainment field.

As for optimal weapons to use during this encounter, players may find it challenging to destroy the Oracles. The prevailing strategy is to use Primary weapons and save Heavy ammo. Alternatively, players can use Xenophage, which will one-shot the Oracles, or use a Sniper Rifle, which will allow them to save their Power weapon for Atheon.

In terms of dealing damage to Atheon, players can use one-and-done Supers like Thundercrash, Blade Barrage, and Nova Bomb, as these deal a lot of damage and, thanks to Time's Vengeance, regenerate fast enough to get off a second usage. Another option is to use Salvager's Salvo with Demolitionist and Vorpal Weapon to shoot, throw a sticky grenade, and shoot again.

So, if you want to emerge victorious from the Vault of Glass, you need to perfect your Oracle callouts and use your weapons wisely during the damage phase. Good luck, and don't forget to claim your rewards from the far side of the throne room once Atheon is defeated!

Final Words

Are you ready to dive into the Vault of Glass raid in Destiny 2? This legendary raid will have veterans feeling nostalgic while also offering new surprises for everyone. Whether you're a seasoned player or a newcomer, this raid showcases just how far Destiny has come in terms of raid design and complexity.

But don't worry, if you're feeling a bit intimidated, Shacknews has got your back! We'll be covering the Vault of Glass Master difficulty and all the juicy details you need to succeed. And for those looking for a comprehensive guide to all things Destiny 2, be sure to check out the Complete Strategy Guide. It's the ultimate resource for everything you need to know to conquer the game. So what are you waiting for? Gear up and get ready to take on the Vault of Glass!


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Author teodoran
Published 2023-03-28
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