Alright, Guardian, let's get you geared up with one of the COOLEST (literally!) Exotic weapons in Destiny 2: Ager's Scepter! This isn't just any gun; it's a Stasis Trace Rifle that freezes enemies solid and can even turn your Super into an ice-lazing death beam. Forget the dry manuals and confusing old info – this guide is your straight shot to getting Ager's Scepter and its game-changing catalyst right now. Get ready to make your enemies chill out, permanently!
What's Ager's Scepter?
So, what makes Ager's Scepter so special? Imagine a laser beam that doesn't just damage enemies but also blasts them with Stasis energy. Its intrinsic perk, "Ager's Call," means that every time you take down a foe with it, they explode in a slowing burst. In fact, this burst is so potent that it applies a full 100 stacks of the 'slow' debuff, which means it freezes targets instantly – perfect for crowd control. This is fantastic for locking down aggressive enemies or managing large groups by turning a few of them into icy statues, which can then lock or slow down their buddies.
This synergy is what makes the weapon incredibly efficient for clearing rooms full of enemies. "Ager's Call" helps create Stasis-affected targets, and then "Rega's Refrain" rewards you for any Stasis kills, creating a fantastic loop of freezing and transferring ammo that lets you keep the icy pain train going with minimal downtime.
Getting Ager's Scepter
Back when Ager's Scepter first appeared, Guardians had to go on a whole questline involving Queen Mara Sov. But times change, and so does how you get your hands on some of the coolest gear!
Monument to Lost Lights
Forget any old quests you might have heard about! Right now, the only way to grab Ager's Scepter is by visiting the Monument to Lost Lights in the Tower. Think of it as an archive of awesome past Exotics. You'll find this kiosk nestled between the regular Vault terminals, a treasure trove of weapons from bygone seasons and expansions.
Once you're at the Monument, navigate its menus. You're looking for Ager's Scepter specifically under the 'Beyond Light Exotics' section. It's waiting there for any Guardian with the right currency.
Required Materials
To 'buy' Ager's Scepter from the Monument, you will need a few specific materials. It's a good idea to have these ready before heading to the Tower to make the process smooth and quick.
| Material | Amount | How to Get It (Quick Tips) |
|---|---|---|
| Glimmer | 125,000 | Play almost any activity! Public events, strikes, Crucible, Gambit – it all drops Glimmer. Patrols and completing bounties also contribute significantly. |
| Exotic Cipher | 1 | Complete Xûr's weekly "Xenology" quest (pick it up from him when he appears on weekends), grab one from the paid track of the Season Pass, or rank up the Cryptarch Master Rahool in the Tower to a specific reputation level. |
Old Quest Information
You might see older guides or hear veteran players talk about a quest called "A Hollow Coronation," which involved collecting items called 'Atlas Skews' and using the 'Wayfinder's Compass' to get Ager's Scepter. Heads up: This was the original way back in Season of the Lost (Season 15), but it's NO LONGER how you get the weapon itself!
So, save yourself the headache of hunting for old quest steps or trying to find Atlas Skew locations that are no longer relevant for obtaining the weapon. The Monument is the current, straightforward one-stop shop for the Scepter.
Ager's Scepter Catalyst
Getting Ager's Scepter is awesome, but its Exotic Catalyst? That's where the REAL fun begins, transforming it from a great Stasis tool into an absolute monster.
Catalyst Effects
Once unlocked and fully charged, the Ager's Scepter Catalyst grants the "Will Given Form" perk. Get this: when your Super energy is fully charged, you can hold the reload button (or your alternate weapon action key) to activate a super-powered mode! In this state, Ager's beam will deal bonus damage, slow and FREEZE targets even more effectively than its base version, and its magazine will overflow, letting you fire for an extended period. The catch? It continuously drains your Super energy while active. Think of it as turning your Guardian into a walking Stasis turret – absolutely devastating for clearing out rooms, melting beefy targets, or providing serious area denial. It's a high-risk, high-reward mode that can turn the tide of difficult encounters.
Obtaining the Catalyst
Okay, so how do you find this magical upgrade? The Ager's Scepter Catalyst is a random drop from completing core playlist activities. That means running Vanguard Ops (strikes), Crucible matches, or Gambit matches. There's no specific quest to pick up for it; you just need to play these core activities, and eventually, it'll pop up as a reward at the end of an activity. It might take a few runs or quite a few – RNG can be fickle, so patience is key!
Charging the Catalyst
Once the catalyst finally drops, you aren't done just yet. You still need to 'charge' it by defeating enemies using Ager's Scepter. The game will show a percentage or a number of kills required, but typically, it's around 1,000 regular kills with this weapon to fully masterwork it.
Mastering Ager's Scepter
Once Ager's Scepter is in hand and the catalyst is either obtained or being worked on, here are some extra tips to help you get the most out of this icy death ray.
Catalyst Farming Spots
Need to rack up those 500-1000 kills for the catalyst? Certain locations in Destiny 2 are famous for throwing hordes of enemies at you, making them perfect for this kind of objective:
- Altars of Sorrow (Moon): This public event features non-stop waves of Hive enemies. It's fantastic for continuous action and doesn't require any special checkpoints. Just show up and start blasting.
- Shuro Chi Checkpoint (Last Wish Raid): If you have access to the Last Wish raid and can get to the Shuro Chi encounter checkpoint, this spot is legendary for farming weapon kills and catalysts. It throws a large number of Taken enemies at you in a confined space. Plus, you can place a Raid Banner before each attempt for full ammo and Super energy.
- Grasp of Avarice Dungeon (Opening): The very beginning of the Grasp of Avarice dungeon on the Cosmodrome has a cave where Hive enemies spawn endlessly as long as you don't progress further. This is perfect for farming without needing raid checkpoints or waiting for public events.
- "Breakneck" Mission Checkpoint (Lightfall Campaign): Some players utilize specific checkpoints in story missions. If you have a checkpoint in the "Breakneck" Lightfall campaign mission, or spend a bit of time running to it, the part where you defend against waves of Vex in a confined room boss, which is right after the Strand jump puzzle, is an ideal spot to farm enemy kills with Special or Heavy ammo. The rally flags in the Story Missions are free, which means you'll never run out of Special Ammo for Ager's Scepter - or your rally flags. Just remember that you cannot kill the Wyvern at the end of the first room, or your checkpoint will change! Just wipe to it to reset the encounter and start over.
Build Synergies
Ager's Scepter truly shines when you lean into its Stasis nature. Here are a few simple build-crafting ideas:
- Stasis Subclasses: This is a no-brainer! Using a Stasis subclass (Behemoth Titan, Revenant Hunter, or Shadebinder Warlock) will naturally complement Ager's Scepter. Any abilities that freeze or create Stasis crystals will help trigger "Rega's Refrain," reloading Ager's on any Stasis kill, not just those made by the weapon itself. More Stasis abilities mean more potential reloads and more uptime for the ice beam.
- Roaming Supers for Catalyst Fuel: When using the "Will Given Form" catalyst perk, you will be constantly draining your Super energy. Interestingly, due to changes in how Super energy regenerates in PvE (where you gain more from dealing damage and getting kills, especially with roaming Supers, rather than just passively from the Intellect stat), some players find that running a roaming Super (like Burning Maul, Arc Staff, Daybreak, Sentinel Shield, Stormtrance, etc.) can actually help get their Super back faster to fuel Ager's special mode more often.
- Potential Super Neutrality/Gain with Catalyst: Pushing the previous point further, some Guardians have even noticed that with the right enemy density and perhaps some Super-regenerating armor mods or subclass fragments, Ager's Scepter in its "Will Given Form" mode might feel like it's barely draining Super, or in some crazy, high-action scenarios, even gaining a tiny bit back while active. This is because the sheer number of Stasis kills and Orbs of Power you can generate while the beam is active can feed back into your Super energy.
- Ammo Mods: Don't forget the basics! Equip Trace Rifle Ammo Finder mods on the helmet to increase the chances of Special ammo bricks dropping, and Trace Rifle Scavenger mods on the boots to pick up more ammo per brick. You can also equip the Stasis Siphon mod on your helmet to get continuous Orbs of Power from Stasis weapon kills, recharging your Super energy faster. Keeping the ice beam flowing is key.
Using Will Given Form
That super-powered beam from the catalyst, "Will Given Form," is incredibly potent, but it needs to be used wisely:
- Melting Champions or high-health minibosses
- Clearing dense groups of dangerous enemies
- Locking down chokepoints
- Area denial in difficult encounters
- Requires full Super energy to activate
- Continuously drains Super while active
- Don't waste on single red-bar enemies
- Strategic timing is crucial
- Full Super Required: Remember, this mode only activates when your Super bar is FULLY charged. You can't pop it with a half-full Super.
- Strategic Use: Because it drains your Super, it's best reserved for specific situations:
- Melting Champions or other high-health minibosses.
- Clearing out a very large, dense group of dangerous enemies quickly.
- Locking down a specific area or chokepoint when you absolutely need to prevent enemies from advancing.
- Pop it and Mop Up: Activate it when you know you can make the most of its duration. Don't waste it on a single red-bar enemy if you can help it.
Go Forth and Freeze, Guardian!
And that's the lowdown! You are now armed with the knowledge to get Ager's Scepter and its fantastic catalyst. It's a truly unique weapon in Destiny 2's arsenal, offering a playstyle that's both incredibly fun and super effective for controlling the battlefield. So get out there, grab this royal decree of icy doom, and enjoy turning the enemies of humanity into frozen statues.
Stay frosty!