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[[File:Iron Banner.jpg|thumb|The Iron Banner]] | [[File:Iron Banner.jpg|thumb|The Iron Banner]] | ||
The '''Iron Banner''' is a [[Crucible]] event held to commemorate the [[Iron Lords]]. Originally, it was overseen by Lord [[Saladin Forge]], but the responsibility has since passed to Lady [[Efrideet]]. It is available on certain occasions (typically once every month) and lasts for one week. The Iron Banner offers exclusive gear as a reward for those who compete. | The '''Iron Banner''' is a [[Crucible]] event held to commemorate the [[Iron Lords]]. Originally, it was overseen by Lord [[Saladin Forge]], but the responsibility has since passed to Lady [[Efrideet]]. It is available on certain occasions (typically once every month) and lasts for one week. The Iron Banner offers exclusive gear as a reward for those who compete. | ||
==Gameplay== | ==Gameplay== | ||
Unlike normal Crucible matches, where gear is leveled to make an even playing field, having the best gear matters in the Iron Banner. Therefore, gear acquisition and selection is crucial before entering the event.<ref>[http://www.bungie.net/7_Bungie-Weekly-Update---07182014/en/News/News?aid=11938 '''Bungie Weekly Update''' - ''07/18/2014'']</ref> A [[Guardian]]'s level will also affect the outcome.<ref>[http://www.bungie.net/7_Bungie-Weekly-Update---10102014/en/News/News?aid=12272 '''Bungie Weekly Update''' - ''10/10/2014'']</ref> While it's not impossible to fight competitively against players one or two levels ahead, there is a noticeable disadvantage in terms of damage dealt and taken. While anyone over level 20 can join, being as close to the level cap as possible is the key to staying competitive. | Unlike normal Crucible matches, where gear is leveled to make an even playing field, having the best gear matters in the Iron Banner. Therefore, gear acquisition and selection is crucial before entering the event.<ref>[http://www.bungie.net/7_Bungie-Weekly-Update---07182014/en/News/News?aid=11938 '''Bungie Weekly Update''' - ''07/18/2014'']</ref> A [[Guardian]]'s level will also affect the outcome, as level advantages are enabled.<ref>[http://www.bungie.net/7_Bungie-Weekly-Update---10102014/en/News/News?aid=12272 '''Bungie Weekly Update''' - ''10/10/2014'']</ref> While it's not impossible to fight competitively against players one or two levels ahead, there is a noticeable disadvantage in terms of damage dealt and taken. While anyone over level 20 can join, being as close to the level cap as possible is the key to staying competitive, as well as having experience in highly competitive environment. | ||
Each time a new expansion comes out and the level cap is increased, Efrideet will offer players the opportunity to re-forge any Iron Banner weapon, including those from the previous event. This will re-roll any upgrades and reset progression. Each re-forge costs a few [[Motes of Light]]. The [[Gunsmith]] will also reforge weapons, including Iron Banner weapons. | Each time a new expansion comes out and the level cap is increased, Efrideet will offer players the opportunity to re-forge any Iron Banner weapon, including those from the previous event. This will re-roll any upgrades and reset progression. Each re-forge costs a few [[Motes of Light]]. The [[Gunsmith]] will also reforge weapons, including Iron Banner weapons. | ||
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===Reputation in Year Three=== | ===Reputation in Year Three=== | ||
With ''[[Rise of Iron]]'', the mechanics of increasing Iron Banner rank have been simplified. Iron Banner shaders, emblems, and class items no longer provide boosts to earned Iron Banner | With ''[[Rise of Iron]]'', the mechanics of increasing Iron Banner rank have been simplified. Iron Banner shaders, emblems, and class items no longer provide boosts to earned Iron Banner reputation, and the Tempered buff has been removed. In place of these boosts, more reputation is gained per each victory, loss, and completed Iron Banner bounty. Iron Medallion mechanics and the total amount of reputation needed to achieve rank 5 remain unchanged. | ||
The methods of gaining reputation are: | The methods of gaining reputation are: | ||
*Winning an Iron Banner match (250 rep) | *Winning an Iron Banner match (250 rep) | ||
*Turning in an Iron Medallion after winning a match (150 rep each) | *Turning in an Iron Medallion after winning a match (150 rep each, stacks up to 5 times) | ||
*Turning in an Iron Banner bounty (750 rep each) | *Turning in an Iron Banner bounty (750 rep each) | ||