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Primary weapons are all-purpose weapons for most combat scenarios. Primary ammo is easy to come by and is stored in large quantities, so players will find themselves relying on these weapons the most. | Primary weapons are all-purpose weapons for most combat scenarios. Primary ammo is easy to come by and is stored in large quantities, so players will find themselves relying on these weapons the most. | ||
*[[Auto Rifle]] | *[[Auto Rifle]] - fully automatic weapons capable of engaging multiple enemies at close-mid range, but require recoil control to use at longer distances. | ||
*[[Hand Cannon]] | *[[Hand Cannon]] - double-action handguns with high impact and stopping power. Rewards a steady hand. | ||
*[[Pulse Rifle]] | *[[Pulse Rifle]] - burst fire, mid-range weapons with moderate recoil. | ||
*[[Scout Rifle]] | *[[Scout Rifle]] -semi-auto precision weapons meant for long-range engagements. | ||
===Special weapons=== | ===Special weapons=== | ||
Special weapons are more situational than primary weapons, filling specific niches. They are useful for tackling high-priority targets, or for backup in case a primary runs dry. Special ammo appears less often, and players cannot store as much special ammo. | Special weapons are more situational than primary weapons, filling specific niches. They are useful for tackling high-priority targets, or for backup in case a primary runs dry. Special ammo appears less often, and players cannot store as much special ammo. | ||
*[[Fusion Rifle]] | *[[Fusion Rifle]] - medium-range, high-impact weapons that require the user to charge before firing. Fires bolts in groups of seven. | ||
*[[Shotgun]] | *[[Shotgun]] - close-range firearms that provide immediate conflict resolution. Rewards aggressive play. | ||
*[[Sniper Rifle]] | *[[Sniper Rifle]] - long-range weaponry meant for causing high spikes of damage on their targets. | ||
*[[Sidearm]] | *[[Sidearm]] - semi-automatic pistols with high ammo reserves. Meant for taking out low-health targets in a pinch. | ||
===Heavy weapons=== | ===Heavy weapons=== | ||
Heavy weapons are the most powerful weapon a player can carry. They are great for dealing lots of damage against powerful targets, or for dispersing large swarms of enemies. Heavy ammo appears the least and players can only carry a limited reserve, so heavy weapon use is generally reserved for more difficult encounters. | Heavy weapons are the most powerful weapon a player can carry. They are great for dealing lots of damage against powerful targets, or for dispersing large swarms of enemies. Heavy ammo appears the least and players can only carry a limited reserve, so heavy weapon use is generally reserved for more difficult encounters. | ||
*[[Machine Gun]] | *[[Machine Gun]] - heavy-duty firearms built for suppression of hostile forces due to large magazine sizes and ammo reserves, good damage, and decent accuracy, even at long range. | ||
*[[Rocket Launcher]] | *[[Rocket Launcher]] - shoulder-mounted weapon systems that fire an explosive projectile that detonates upon impact. | ||
*[[Sword]] | *[[Sword]] - melee weapons meant for dealing high damage against single targets at close range. | ||
===Melee=== | ===Melee=== | ||
Melee weapons and grenades fall under [[Guardian]] abilities, rather than collectible weapons. | Melee weapons and grenades fall under [[Guardian]] abilities, rather than collectible weapons. | ||
*[[Hunter Knife]] | *[[Hunter Knife]] - Throwing Knife ([[Gunslinger]]), [[Blink]] Strike ([[Bladedancer]]), Smoke ([[Nightstalker]]) | ||
*[[Warlock]] | *[[Warlock]] - Melee-Scorch ([[Sunsinger]]), Energy Drain ([[Voidwalker]]), Thunderstrike ([[Stormcaller]]) | ||
*[[Titan (class)|Titan]] | *[[Titan (class)|Titan]] - Melee-Storm Fist ([[Striker]]), Disintegrate ([[Defender]]), Sunstrike ([[Sunbreaker]]) | ||
===Relic weapons=== | ===Relic weapons=== | ||
Relic weapons and objects are items that only appear in specific circumstances and have a limited time to use. They provide unique abilities that aid players during high-level encounters. Switching to another weapon will drop the relic weapon. | Relic weapons and objects are items that only appear in specific circumstances and have a limited time to use. They provide unique abilities that aid players during high-level encounters. Switching to another weapon will drop the relic weapon. | ||
*[[Ascendant Sword]] | *[[Ascendant Sword]] - dropped by [[Swordbearer]]s, [[Gatekeeper (Knight)|Gatekeeper]]s, [[Blade of Crota|Blades of Crota]], and [[Hagrist, Blade's Edge]]. Serve as the only means of damage against [[Crota, Son of Oryx]] and [[Thalnok, Fanatic of Crota]]. | ||
*[[Chalice of Light]] | *[[Chalice of Light]] - Relic that appears in [[Crota's End]]; serves as the only way to combat the "Presence of Crota" debuff by providing health regeneration. Unavailable in Hard Mode. | ||
*[[Scorch Cannon]] | *[[Scorch Cannon]] - dropped by [[Scorch Captain]]s, [[Wolves' Guard]]s, and [[Taniks, the Scarred]]. A [[Solar]]-damage rocket launcher with high velocity, a degree of tracking, and a feature that allows rockets to be converted into sticky-bombs upon holding the trigger; does more damage the longer the trigger is held. Holds ten rounds when equipped. | ||
*[[Shock Cannon]] | *[[Shock Cannon]] - {{Icon|Arc}} [[Arc]] version of the Scorch Cannon. Used by [[Shock Captain]]s and [[Taniks Perfected]]. | ||
*[[Null Cannon]] | *[[Null Cannon]] - {{Icon|Void}} [[Void]] version of the Scorch Cannon. Used by [[Null Captain]]s and Taniks Perfected. | ||
*[[Saladin]]'s [[Iron Battle Axe]]—Relic weapon in the Rise of Iron. Deals heavy Solar damage, regenerates energy when landing a hit, and can perform a special attack, where a line of fire is launched forward and creates a huge burning spot afterward. Can send enemies flying upwards.<ref name = "EverythingWeKnow">[http://www.polygon.com/2016/6/22/11997170/destiny-rise-of-iron-ps4-xbox-one-bungie-explainer/ ''Destiny: Rise of Iron: Everything We Know'']</ref> | *[[Saladin]]'s [[Iron Battle Axe]]—Relic weapon in the Rise of Iron. Deals heavy Solar damage, regenerates energy when landing a hit, and can perform a special attack, where a line of fire is launched forward and creates a huge burning spot afterward. Can send enemies flying upwards.<ref name = "EverythingWeKnow">[http://www.polygon.com/2016/6/22/11997170/destiny-rise-of-iron-ps4-xbox-one-bungie-explainer/ ''Destiny: Rise of Iron: Everything We Know'']</ref> | ||
*[[The Aegis]] | *[[The Aegis]] - Shield Relic in the [[Vault of Glass (raid)|Vault of Glass]] [[Raid]] that negates debuffs inflicted by [[Oracle]]s and [[Atheon, Time's Conflux]], and increases damage against the latter. Has a Super attack that serves as the only way of breaking the [[Templar]]'s shield | ||
*[[Tomb Husk]] | *[[Tomb Husk]] - Handheld Hive Relic that opens Hive doors. | ||
===Enemy weapons=== | ===Enemy weapons=== | ||
====[[Fallen]]==== | ====[[Fallen]]==== | ||
*[[Shock Pistol]] | *[[Shock Pistol]] - handheld {{Icon|Arc}} [[Arc]] pistol wielded by [[Dreg]]s.<ref name = "Grimoire">'''Bungie (2014-6-12)''', ''Destiny: Alpha PlayStation 4, Activision Blizzard, Grimoire Text''</ref> | ||
*[[Shock Dagger]] | *[[Shock Dagger]] - {{Icon|Arc}} [[Arc]] one-handed knife wielded by Dregs. | ||
*[[Shock Blade]] | *[[Shock Blade]]s - {{Icon|Arc}} [[Arc]] swords wielded by [[Vandal]]s and [[Captain]]s. Used in pairs. | ||
*[[Shock Rifle]] | *[[Shock Rifle]] - {{Icon|Arc}} [[Arc]] rifle that fires homing projectiles. Used by Vandals and Captains. | ||
*[[Shrapnel Launcher]] | *[[Shrapnel Launcher]] - {{Icon|Solar}} [[Solar]] shotguns that deal high damage. Used by Captains and Vandals. | ||
*[[Trip Mine]] | *[[Trip Mine]] - {{Icon|Solar}} [[Solar]] trip-mines that trigger when stepped through and detonate in a focused area. | ||
*[[Web Mine]] | *[[Web Mine]] - {{Icon|Arc}} [[Arc]] mines that trigger when stepped on and release a web of energy upon detonation. | ||
*[[Wire Rifle]] | *[[Wire Rifle]] - {{Icon|Arc}} [[Arc]] sniper rifle used by Vandals. | ||
====[[Hive]]==== | ====[[Hive]]==== | ||
*[[Shredder]] | *[[Shredder]] - {{Icon|Void}} [[Void]] damage carbine wielded by [[Acolytes]] and [[Knight]]s.<ref name = "Alpha"/> | ||
*[[Boomer]] | *[[Boomer]] - {{Icon|Arc}} [[Arc]] damage siege weapon that fires explosive bolts. Used by Knights and Acolytes. | ||
*[[Cleaver]] | *[[Cleaver]] - Heavy-duty Sword used by Knights. | ||
====[[Vex]]==== | ====[[Vex]]==== | ||
*[[Slap Rifle]] | *[[Slap Rifle]] - {{Icon|Solar}} [[Solar]] damage firearm used by [[Goblin]]s. | ||
*[[Slap Grenade]] | *[[Slap Grenade]] - {{Icon|Void}} [[Void]] damage grenade used by [[Hobgoblin]]s. | ||
*[[Torch Hammer]] | *[[Torch Hammer]] - {{Icon|Void}} [[Void]] damage siege weapon that fires explosive bolts. Used by [[Minotaur]]s and Goblins. | ||
*[[Line Rifle]] | *[[Line Rifle]] - {{Icon|Solar}} [[Solar]] damage Sniper Rifle used by Hobgoblins. | ||
*[[Aeon Maul]] | *[[Aeon Maul]] - {{Icon|Void}} [[Void]] damage siege weapon that fires large energy slugs. Used exclusively by [[Hydra]]s. | ||
====[[Cabal]]==== | ====[[Cabal]]==== | ||
*[[Slug Rifle]] | *[[Slug Rifle]] - {{Icon|Solar}} [[Solar]] damage firearm used by [[Legionary|Legionaries]] and [[Psion]]s. | ||
*[[Cabal Shield]] | *[[Cabal Shield]] - Shield utilized by [[Phalanx]]es. | ||
*[[Projection Rifle]] | *[[Projection Rifle]] - {{Icon|Solar}} [[Solar]] damage grenade launcher used by [[Centurion]]s. | ||
*[[Heavy Slug Thrower]] | *[[Heavy Slug Thrower]] - {{Icon|Solar}} [[Solar]] damage machine gun used by the [[Colossus]]. | ||
====[[Taken]]==== | ====[[Taken]]==== | ||
Being Taken changes the element used by the Taken creature's weapons. | Being Taken changes the element used by the Taken creature's weapons. | ||
*[[Acolyte's Eye]] | *[[Acolyte's Eye]] - {{Icon|Arc}} [[Arc]] damage turret deployed by [[Taken Acolyte]]s. | ||
*[[Taken Blight]] | *[[Taken Blight]] - Sphere of Darkness that slows down Guardians as well as disabling recovery. | ||
====Splicer==== | ====Splicer==== | ||
All SIVA infused ranged weapons deal Solar damage instead of their original damage, and often have increased rate of fire and more erratic tracking. | All SIVA infused ranged weapons deal Solar damage instead of their original damage, and often have increased rate of fire and more erratic tracking. | ||
*[[SIVA Charge]] | *[[SIVA Charge]] - {{Icon|Solar}} [[Solar]] damage grenade used by [[Splicer Dreg]]s. | ||
*[[Wretched Gaze]] | *[[Wretched Gaze]] - {{Icon|Void}} [[Void]] damage machine cannon used by [[Kovik, Splicer Priest]]. | ||
*[[SIVA Cannon]] | *[[SIVA Cannon]] - {{Icon|Solar}} [[Solar]] damage artillery cannon used by [[Aksis, Archon Prime]]. | ||
==Weapon types (Destiny 2)== | ==Weapon types (Destiny 2)== | ||