Destiny 2 Season of the Deep: Everything You Need to Know About the New Dungeon

Destiny 2 Season of the Deep has brought with it a new dungeon called Ghosts of the Deep. This raid-like activity can be completed by three players or even solo. In this article, we will guide you on everything you need to know about the new dungeon, from how to start it to what to expect from each encounter.

How to Start Ghosts of the Deep

The first step to take is to visit Hawthorne in the Tower and pick up a quest called “Rise.” This quest requires you to complete the Ghosts of the Deep dungeon. You can launch the Ghosts of the Deep dungeon by using the Director to open the H.E.L.M., at which point you’ll see the dungeon on the map. Ghosts of the Deep (normal mode) has a Power suggestion of 1790 as of Season of the Deep.

Ghosts of the Deep Dungeon Guide

Hive Ritual Disrupted

The first encounter requires you to disrupt a Hive ritual to open a door. To do this, several statues need to be imbued with a Vestige of Light. Kill the two Hive enemies by the door to summon a Soulfire Binder Ogre. Once defeated, follow the green goo to a Hive rune and take note of the symbol. Kill all the enemies at the Hive rune and follow the green goo to a second and third Hive rune. Kill the enemies, including the Lightbearer at the third Hive rune, and kill its ghost to obtain a Vestige of Light. Return to the door to imbue the correct statue with the Vestige of Light and repeat three more times (four total) to open the door.

Defeat Ecthar, the Shield of Savathun

The second encounter is a big bump in difficulty and requires a Well of Radiance on the team. Kill the praying Acolytes, Blistered Knights, and Keeper of the Depths. Observe the runes which will guide you to where you must dive underwater to find and scan them. Return to the surface and call out the symbols of the scanned runes in the correct order to break Ecthar’s shield and proceed forward.

Defeat Dűl Incaru, The Eternal Return

The final encounter takes place in a circular arena. Defeat the Knights of the Veil and the Knights of the Blind Well. Destroy the crystals to reveal the hidden enemy and focus fire on the correct enemy that correlates with the symbol that appears on the giant screens. Avoid the fire pools that will appear on the ground and play defensively until the end of the fight.

What to Expect from Ghosts of the Deep

Ghosts of the Deep takes place on Titan, a location that has come back to the game after several years of being sunset. The difficulty of the dungeon is moderately high but not too difficult to complete. There are three encounters to overcome, each with its unique mechanics. The encounters are Hive Ritual Disrupted, Defeat Ecthar, the Shield of Savathun, and Defeat Dűl Incaru, The Eternal Return. Completion of Ghosts of the Deep nets Pinnacle rewards, including high-stat armor and Adept weapons.

Builds and Loadouts for Ghosts of the Deep

Weapons

• Wendigo-GL3 or Xeno for heavy damage
• Adored or Heritage for Kinetic slot
• Cold Denial or Null Composure for Energy slot

Armor

• Mask of Bakris for Hunters
• Cuirass of the Falling Star for Titans
• Vesper of Radius for Warlocks

Mods

• Charged with Light mods like Taking Charge, Protective Light, and High-Energy Fire
• Breach and Clear
• Arc Resistance mods in your Chest Armor

Conclusion

Ghosts of the Deep is a moderately challenging dungeon in Destiny 2 Season of the Deep and features three unique encounters. The first encounter requires you to imbue statues with Vestige of Light, and the second encounter needs you to dive underwater to find and scan runes to break Ecthar’s shield. The final fight is with Dűl Incaru, which requires you to destroy crystals, focus fire on the correct enemy, and avoid fire pools. Use the recommended builds, weapons, and loadouts to increase your chances of success and earn Pinnacle rewards.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I complete Ghosts of the Deep solo?

Yes, Ghosts of the Deep can be completed solo, but it requires a high level of skill and knowledge of the dungeon.

What are Pinnacle rewards?

Pinnacle rewards are the highest-tier rewards that can be obtained from completing endgame activities. In the Ghosts of the Deep dungeon, these rewards include high-stat armor and Adept weapons.

Is the Ghosts of the Deep dungeon part of the Destiny 2 storyline?

No, the Ghosts of the Deep dungeon is not part of the main storyline in Destiny 2 but is a standalone endgame activity.

Can I complete Ghosts of the Deep multiple times for rewards?

Yes, you can complete Ghosts of the Deep multiple times to earn rewards, but you will only receive Pinnacle rewards once per week.

Is it necessary to complete Ghosts of the Deep to progress in the game?

No, completion of Ghosts of the Deep is not essential to progress in Destiny 2 but is recommended for endgame players looking for a new challenge.