Destiny 2 Rite of the Nine – all we know about the upcoming new Pantheon
Here’s everything you need to know about the upcoming Rite of the Nine event in Destiny 2: dungeons, weapons, schedule, and details on the new Pantheon for dungeons.
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Key takeaways:
- Rite of the Nine is an upcoming limited-time PvE event where players will journey through 3 classic dungeons.
- The event is set to launch on May 6 and will run until the release of the next major expansion, scheduled for this summer.
- Players can choose from 3 difficulty modes, ensuring that both newcomers and experienced players will find a challenge for their skill level.
- Each dungeon features a set of 4 reworked weapons with 9 new Perks to use inside.
- Rite of the Nine is completely free to play.
Rite of the Nine is an upcoming time-limited PvE event in Destiny 2, bringing three classic dungeons back with a fresh twist for both casual and competitive play. With less than a month until its release, details remain scarce. Let’s break down everything we know so far about this highly anticipated event.
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What is Rite of the Nine
Rite of the Nine is a dungeon run event similar in some ways to Pantheon, but focused on dungeons. If you’re familiar with Pantheon, you’ll have a basic idea—just add longer dungeon gameplay, and you get Rite of the Nine. This is a time-limited event, so be sure to check it out while it’s available, especially if you have fond memories of classic dungeons.
The event also brings back The Third Spire, serving as the central hub for all Rite of the Nine activities. Here, players can choose their dungeons, weapons, and perks. Dungeons will rotate weekly, with the featured dungeon being marked by a monument within the distance of the social space.
The Emissary of The Nine returns as the event vendor, offering quests, bounties, and various dungeon-related rewards.
Best of all—Rite of the Nine is completely free to play. You don’t need dungeon keys or even good gear to join (at least in Explore mode). All weapons for the event will be provided in The Third Spire, and only these weapons can be used inside the dungeons.
A new currency called Supercluster Currency will be introduced, along with 5 new emblems, a new memento, and a brand-new seal with associated triumphs.
When Rite of the Nine starts
Rite of the Nine is set to launch on May 6.
It is a limited-time PvE event, and the exact end date remains unknown. The community speculates that Rite of the Nine will continue until the launch of the Apollo expansion, which is scheduled for this summer.
Rite of the Nine dungeons
All three dungeons will be familiar to old-school players, but each will feature new twists and balance adjustments to match the current meta. We don’t have many details yet on exactly how these dungeons will be changed. But stay in touch, as we will update this guide when more information becomes available.
Ghost of the Deep
Ghosts of the Deep is Destiny 2’s first underwater dungeon, set deep beneath Titan’s ocean. Its eerie atmosphere, Hive rituals, and a chilling encounter with Oryx’s Lucent Ghost make it a haunting experience. Check this Ghost of the Deep guide to learn more about the vanilla version of this dungeon outside the Rite of the Nine event.
Spire of the Watcher
Spire of the Watcher is the only Destiny 2 dungeon with a wild west theme, featuring a Tex Mechanica-inspired aesthetic, cowboy-style armor, and a unique showdown against Vex enemies in a retro-futuristic facility on Mars. For more information check out this Spire of the Watcher guide to learn more about the vanilla version of this dungeon outside the Rite of the Nine event.
Prophecy
Prophecy is the only Destiny 2 dungeon set in the realm of the Nine, featuring a surreal, dreamlike landscape with shifting colors, gravity-defying platforms, and mysterious celestial beings guiding the way. For more information check out our Prophecy weapon guide to learn more about the vanilla version of this dungeon outside the Rite of the Nine event.
Rite of the Nine difficulties
Rite of the Nine features three difficulty modes, offering different challenges and rewards for both new and experienced players.
Explore Mode
- This is the base difficulty, designed for newer players looking to experience the dungeons with added guidance.
- Mechanics and buffs now include in-world tooltips, similar to The Nether and Deep Dives.
- Active nodes in Spire are marked, helping players identify which ones to shoot.
- No Darkness Zones, meaning no full wipes, and a 5-second respawn timer ensures a smoother experience.
- Waypoints are here to guide players between transitions.
- Platforms spawn dynamically, making it easier for trailing players to catch up.
Eternity Mode
- A step up in difficulty, Eternity Mode adds a scoring system.
- Expected to provide a moderate challenge compared to the other modes.
- Score-based encounters: Fewer deaths will mean higher scores. Surviving is essential.
- Higher scores lead to better weapon drops, including double perks and Adept variants.
Ultimatum Mode
- This mode is built for experienced players, offering the toughest challenge.
- Harder difficulty, possibly at the Contest Mode level.
- Notswap modifier: Swapping Exotic armor, Kinetic weapons, or Energy weapons drains all ability energy.
- Score-based encounters: Fewer deaths will mean higher scores. Surviving is essential.
- Higher scores lead to better weapon drops, including double perks and Adept variants.
Rite of the Nine weapons
Rite of the Nine introduces 12 reworked weapons and 4 new weapons from each dungeon, all featuring a Nine-themed design with exclusive Perks and a unique origin trait. The new origin trait—Gravity Well (reloading this weapon automatically gathers nearby ammo), will be available during the Rite of the Nine event only.
Similar to Into the Light, Rite of the Nine will introduce rare shiny weapon variants. Bungie refers to these as Holofoil weapons, featuring a distinct animated skin. Additionally Adept versions of each weapon can drop with multiple Perks in each column.
Ghost of the Deep weapons
| Name | Type | Ammo | Element |
|---|---|---|---|
| Judgment | Hand Cannon | Primary | Stasis |
| Prosecutor | Auto Rifle | Primary | Arc |
| Relentless | Pulse Rifle | Primary | Strand |
| A Sudden Death | Shotgun | Special | Void |
Spire of the Watcher weapons
| Name | Type | Ammo | Element |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liminal Vigil | Sidearm | Primary | Stasis |
| Long Arm | Scout Rifle | Primary | Arc |
| Terminus Horizon | Machine Gun | Heavy | Arc |
| Wilderflight | Grenade Launcher | Special | Void |
Prophecy weapons
| Name | Type | Ammo | Element |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cold Comfort | Rocket Launcher | Heavy | Stasis |
| Greasy Luck | Glaive | Special | Solar |
| New Pacific Epitaph | Grenade Launcher | Special | Stasis |
| No Survivors | Submachine Gun | Primary | Solar |
Conclusion
We haven’t played the Rite of the Nine event yet, but we’re eagerly anticipating it due to its promising concept. There are no keys and skill cap—everyone competes or plays for fun under equal conditions. We’ll expand this Rite of the Nine guide as more details emerge. In the meantime, if you’re looking to complete any dungeon, check out Destiny 2 dungeon boost options.
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