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Edited by Cloaked Goliath:
9/15/2014 11:07:15 AM
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Starters FAQ
Leave your questions here, new guardians. If I can't answer then other seasoned players will guide you. My mission is to have you get a whole lot less of a tackle when you progress further. We are here to help! Feel free to ask any questions, except what's the moon made of.
[spoiler]It's clearly cheese.[/spoiler]
Update 1: Ten Posts, hope you find this helpful
Update 2: 40 posts, some guardians are more knowledgeable now.
Update 3: Good luck guardians, I hoped this help anyone who reads it.
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Edited by Cloaked Goliath: 9/23/2014 7:49:12 PM[i]Q: Who is The queens emissary?[/i] A: She is the trader, carrying reef gear. Mostly legendary. High level players might not like them. But it's meant to help those who are stuck at the soft cap of of level 24. You can find her at the same place Iron Banner is.
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[i]Q: Who Is the queen? What is her wrath? Why are there new bounties?[/i] A: The queen is the queen of the Reef, an outpost controlled by Awoken in the Kuiper belt (asteroid belt passed the jovian planets.) Her wrath is asteroid two week event that offers legendary gear asteroid and favor to use as reputation to be able to purchase from the queens emissary.
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[i]Q: How do I get Exotic gear!! All my friends have them and it's enraging me![/i] A: Well, Exotic gear is apart of the RNG. You can get Exotic weapons and gear from Legendary and Exotic Engrams, Doing crucible matches* and doing Vanguard Strikes, as well as Exotic Bounties. *Be warned, Crucible matches are infamous for their afk groups. If you want to play crucible, just play and have fun!
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HEADS UP! There have been reports of Xür being in the right of the Tower area now, not in the Hall of Vanguards. Also, trading 77 Spirit Bloom/ Spinmetal for Strange Coins, also 2500 glimmer will get you one. HOWEVER. It isn't confirmed. Stay safe. Stay strong. See you starside Guardians.
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HEADS UP! Bungie Devs will be playing Clash om Destiny for PS4 for one hour from 10 - 11 PM EST
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[i]Q: When do Vanguard and Crucible points reset?[/i] A: Every Tuesday.
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2 RepliesThis is a legendary guide!
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Edited by Cloaked Goliath: 9/15/2014 3:27:18 AM[i]Q: Who is the Agent of The Nine?[/i] A: A man from the outer colonies, such as the gas and frozen planets (Uranus, Pluto, Jupiter, Saturn, etc.) These colonies are ruled by The Nine, a race previously altered like the Awoken, but are different. They are said to be responsible for the outer colonies being transformed. I.e. The Awoken. But it is known that the Nine were transformed Dar more than the Awoken. Like the Awoken, they are no longer directly tied to the Traveler, but Xurs wares are too powerful to drive him away, so a temporary armistice has been made. He has been known to say things such as "The light hurts me." Or "I rose from the ashes." Or even things like "This is not the only end." Which leaves speculation for the Nine to control time abilities similar to the Vex? [b]More to come soon.[/b]
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[i]Q: What are Ascendant Shards?[/i] A: Rare crafting mat (material.) To upgrade legendary and exotic armors and weapons. You can get them from public events.
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[i]Q: How long are raids? Specifically The Vault of Glass? [/i] A: We don't know how long raids are, however on the Destiny page I did see the Vault of Glass, with 3:15 on it. Possibly Three hours? Even if that wasn't speed running time. In my opinion that's a lot.
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[i]Q: What are Motes of Light?[/i] A: Motes of light are another currency, similar to the strange coin in rarity. They are tradeable with [b]Xur, Agent of The Nine[/b] and [b]The Speaker. [/b] Xur only appears on the weekends adjacent to the Vanguard Armory in the center hallway of the Tower, leading to the Vanguard Table. Xur offers you Engrams of Exotic caliber, and other goodies. [b]The Speaker[/b] will give you unique emblems and class items for your Motes of Light. So remember to either save up or spend them on cosmetics.
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8 RepliesEdited by Cloaked Goliath: 9/14/2014 12:40:58 AM[i]Q: Why do I need to level up my Cryptarch, also what is a Cryptarch![/i] A: The Cryptarch is the person to the right of the spawn point in the towers terrace. He deciphers your Engrams (Decoherent (Rare), Legendary, Exotic, etc.) Leveling him up increases the chance of finding higher tiered weapons or gear from them. Try to get as many Engrams as you can! Each deciphered Engram increases it's level. With each increased level, Cryptarch sends a package to [b]Postmaster[/b] and it offers a handful of engrams. In case you need to know which increases experience in what quantities, here is a table. [b]Common[/b]: +5 [b]Uncommon[/b] +15 [b]Decoherent[/b]: +150 [b]Legendary[/b]: +200 [b]Exotic[/b]: +500 (Credit to MysticMeatShield for Exotic decoders.)
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[i]Q: I want a shader where do I get them?[/i] A: You can get one at level 20, play in the crucible, or submit your code from the trading cards.
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[i]Q: What are golden chests for?[/i] A: Little treasures found on most planets. Collecting them all will give you great rewards, such as a nice sparrow.
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Feel free to post if you have anymore questions answered.
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Shameless self-promotion: [url=http://www.bungie.net/en/Forum/Post/69241492/0/0]I made a quick list of tips for getting into Strikes/Raids if anyone's interested[/url]
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4 Replies[i]Q: Where do I go to join a Faction like Future War Cult or Dead Orbit? And how?[/i] A: You can visit the Tower and check the map by some of the robots in red around the tower, New Monarch is on your way to [b]The Speaker.[/b] Future War Cult is ar the top of the stairs in the Loading Bay. Dead Orbit is a bit down the steps in the corner by a couple crates. You can buy one of their class items and equip it on Missions and convert reputation for the Vanguard into reputation for that faction.
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[i]Q: Are Engrams random or are they influenced by something?[/i] A: They are influenced by your level, as well as Cryptarch rank.
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[i]Q: I got Ether Seeds, how do I use them? Or the synthesis for my ammo?[/i] A: You press Options ( Or start if you are on PS3 or Xbox.) And press R1, once. On the right side is misc gear, this is your inventory tab by the way. You hover over what you want to use, hold square and it is activated.
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[i]Q: What is Spinmetal, or Spirit Blooms for?!?![/i] A: Spinmetal, Spirit Blooms, Relic Iron, all those resources found on missions/patrols are all resources to upgrade your legendary and exotic gear, you can trade them into the Vanguard as well, but saving them is what I would recommend, my Legendary Hand Cannon eats up Spirit Bloom.
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[i]Q: How do I increase my armor rating?[/i] A: You upgrade your armor rating by increasing defense if you have the option on your armor piece. You can also equip better gear through obtaining them from the shops or loot.
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Edited by Cloaked Goliath: 9/13/2014 5:13:40 PM[i]Q: Where are all the Public Events? Also what are they? [/i] A: They are events that occur randomly in some missions and all patrols, they occur at no confirmed set point, however in the beta they were put in 10-15 minute intervals, guaranteeing you can get to each area to do them in time. They drop rare materials as well as Strange Coins and Motes of Light for those who are trying to farm for some [b]Xur.[/b]
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1 ReplyWhat are [i][u][b]orbs of light[/b][/u][/i]?
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[i]Q: Cabal are too hard! Centurions keep destroying me, how do I tell them I'm the baddest baddy around?[/i] A: Well, some Centurions have Auras, resort to the Aura question for more information on them. But a Fusion Rifle will usually damage them the most, in my experience at least.
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[i]Q: Where are the raids! [/i] A: Rest assured, the raids will be coming soon. Infact, the Vault of Glass opens on the 16th. It is a level 26 raid, so prepare for a volley of pain.
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[i]Q: What's the difference between ships?[/i] A: [i][b]Nothing.[/b][/i] They are cosmetic differences, and they are categorized into rarities. It's more of bragging rights than performance. But legendary ships are always nice, don't you agree?
