Destiny 2's Xur Delivers Year 7 Arsenal and Episode Revenant Hints in Latest Tower Visit

As the Destiny 2 community continues to celebrate the game's monumental 10-year anniversary, the weekend merchant Xur has once again anchored himself in the Tower's Bazaar, his enigmatic presence now a permanent fixture for Guardians seeking exotic wares. With Episode: Revenant looming on the horizon for a 2026 launch, Bungie has been steadily unveiling gameplay adjustments, including significant buffs to the Titan class designed to solidify their role as the group's immovable bulwark. Amidst this shifting sandbox, Xur's inventory for this late September weekend serves as a crucial bridge between the current celebration and the impending darkness heralded by the return of Fikrul, The Fanatic.

Xur's location is no longer a weekly scavenger hunt. He has established a permanent residence in the Bazaar area of the Tower, situated between the two main fast travel points. Guardians need only head towards the area where Ikora Rey and Suraya Hawthorne are typically found, locate the Ramen Shop against the back wall, and then look to the right alleyway where the Agent of the Nine perpetually waits. His role remains multifaceted, offering the standard suite of weekly quests, exotic gear, and legendary items. Completing his quests—which involve activities like Strikes and Crucible or Gambit matches—remains essential not only for purchasing a second Fated Engram but also for acquiring legacy exotics from the Tower's archive kiosk.

🔍 Exotic Armor Analysis: A Mixed Bag with Future Potential

Xur's exotic armor offerings this week present a spectrum of viability, from immediate utility to hopeful investments for the future meta.

Promethium Spur (Warlock Leg Armor)

This Rift-focused exotic arrives with the week's lowest cumulative stat roll of 63. Its uniform but underwhelming spread makes it a difficult sell in the current landscape, where other options shine brighter. Its utility feels as niche as a specialized tool in a master craftsman's kit that rarely sees use.

• Stat Roll: Mobility +10, Resilience +12, Recovery +10, Discipline +10, Intellect +12, Strength +9.

Gwisin Vest (Hunter Chest Armor)

Tied to the Spectral Blades Super, this exotic's value is currently tempered by the super's place in the meta. However, with Bungie's confirmed plans to buff roaming Supers in the upcoming Episode: Revenant, this piece could transform from a relic to a requisite. The roll itself is solid at 66 total stats, making it a savvy pickup for Hunters willing to plan ahead—a dormant seed waiting for the right seasonal rain to sprout.

• Stat Roll: Mobility +8, Resilience +21, Recovery +6, Discipline +2, Intellect +20, Strength +9.

Mask of the Quiet One (Titan Helmet)

Standing out as the week's best armor pickup, this Titan helmet boasts a stellar 69-stat total with a perfectly minimized Mobility stat (+2) and a massive 27 points in Resilience. This aligns perfectly with the announced Titan buffs, which include taunt mechanics for their defensive abilities, effectively turning them into a lighthouse beacon that draws all enemy aggression. It's a top-tier roll for a piece that may also see a rework soon.

• Stat Roll: Mobility +2, Resilience +27, Recovery +6, Discipline +6, Intellect +16, Strength +12.

💥 Exotic Weapon Arsenal: A Multi-Weapon Showcase

A hallmark of the Year 7 vendor revamp is Xur's ability to offer multiple exotic weapons simultaneously. This weekend, Guardians have a formidable arsenal to peruse:

Weapon	Exotic Perk	Key Traits
Hawkmoon	Paracausal Shot: Final blows/precision hits grant stacks. The final round deals massive bonus damage.	Extended Barrel, Alloy Magazine, Surplus, Heavy Grip
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Vigilance Wing	Harsh Truths: 5-round burst. Last Stand: Performance & recovery boost when last guardian standing.	Corkscrew Rifling, Alloy Magazine, Composite Stock
Lord of Wolves	Release The Wolves: Hold reload to toggle a high-ROF, full-auto mode.	Chambered Compensator, Extended Mag, Composite Stock
Black Talon	Crow's Wings: Heavy attack fires a projectile. Tireless Blade: Sword ammo on every other powered kill.	Tempered Edge, Heavy Guard
Gjallarhorn	Wolfpack Rounds: Rocket splits into tracking missiles. Pack Hunter: Buffs allies' non-exotic rocket launchers.	Volatile Launch, Alloy Casing, Short-Action Stock

🛒 Legendary Stock & Year 7 Vendor Upgrades

Beyond exotics, Xur offers a full suite of legendary armor (the Sovereign Set) and weapons, each available for 50 Legendary Shards and 1000 Glimmer. His legendary weapon roster includes fan-favorites like the Spare Rations Hand Cannon and the Seventh Seraph CQC-12 Shotgun.

The Year 7 overhaul has transformed Xur from a simple merchant into a progression hub. His inventory now features:

• Exotic Catalysts for weapons like Polaris Lance and Le Monarque.

• Upgrade Materials: Enhancement Prisms and Cores.

• Currency & Engrams: Exotic Ciphers, Gambit Engrams, Glimmer, and the standard Exotic Engram.

• Strange Gift: A random item purchasable for 1 Strange Coin, adding an element of surprise akin to a cosmic grab bag.

• Focusing Options and a Rank Progression System with associated rewards.

As Guardians stock up for the challenges ahead, Xur's wares offer both immediate power and speculative value for the dark tide approaching with Episode: Revenant. His presence in the Tower is now as constant as the cosmic mysteries he represents, a steady merchant in a universe of perpetual conflict.