Summary
Xur has returned again toDestiny 2, complete with new exotic and legendary gear for players to check out for a limited time. WithThe Dawning inDestiny 2having ended earlier this week, players are now in the final week of the downtime between Episode Revenant acts.
Act 3 is rapidly approaching, though unlike previously, Bungie isn’t able to give players an early look at what’s changing this time around due to the holiday break. However, during the Act 2 livestream, Bungie did tease a few things players can expect, including a newDestiny 2exotic weapon missionto unlock the slug shotgun known as Slayer’s Fang.
Until then though, the weekend merchant Xur is back with a new inventory of gear forDestiny 2players. Follow this guide for his current weekend location, news on his exotic cipher quest, as well as a review of all the exotic and legendary gear he’s brought for the weekend of July 18, 2025.
Where is Xur?
Xur has now taken up permanent residence in the Bazaar area inside The Tower, so there’s no more hunting when the weekend comes around.
Since the Bazaar is located between both fast travel points, players can pick either one to load into. Head into the area where Ikora and Hawthorne are and look for the Ramen Shop towards the back wall. While facing the shop, the alley is to the right, where Xur is standing.
Destiny 2 Class Armor and Exotic Cipher
Xur’s role continues to offer the usual weekly quests, exotics, and legendary gear. Not only are these quests required to purchase a second fated engram, but they’re necessary toacquire legacy exotic gear from the Tower kiosk. Players can earn a new cipher by completing strikes and winning crucible or gambit matches. Gain bonus points for playing with clan mates or finishing more challenging activities.
Crown of Tempests - Warlock helmet
Exotic Perk:
One of the must-have exotics for Stormtrance users, this exotic also has an extremely high Recovery value this week, making it even more appealing than usual.
Liar’s Handshake - Hunter gauntlets
At one point, this exotic was an arc powerhouse, capable of dishing out immense amounts of damage. While it has since been nerfed, it isn’t valued quite as highly as it once was and isn’t quite the must-have these days.
Severance Enclosure - Titan chest armor
Can be fun to mess around with, but this isn’t one of the more notable exotic options in the current meta.
Stat Values (65 total):
Xur Inventory Items
Year 7 inDestiny 2has upgraded Xur’s inventory, adding a true rank progression system, rewards, as well as focusing options. Xur also has more than just weapons and armor as well, including:
Xur’s Exotic Weapons
Year 7’s Xur revamp has also added the ability to offer multiple exotic weapons in one visit. Here is what Xur has this weekend:
The Colony - Grenade Launcher
Xur’s Destiny 2 Legendary Armor Set and Weapons
Xur’s Set of Legendary Armor and Weapons. All gear costs 50 Legendary Shards and 1000 Glimmer.
Destiny 2
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