Destiny 2 Edge of Fate Third Iteration Exotic Scout Rifle guide
Third Iteration is an upcoming Exotic Scout Rifle in Destiny 2: Edge of Fate. Here’s what we know so far: how to get it, what Perks it comes with, and details about its Catalyst.

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Key takeaways
- Third Iteration is a Void Exotic Scout Rifle from Edge of Fate.
- It features a dual-fire mode with spread shots and precision sniper-like rounds.
- Marked targets take extra damage, and final blows grant invisibility and Truesight.
- It’s available through the Edge of Fate seasonal reward pass starting July 15.
The Edge of Fate expansion is packed with powerful new Exotics, and Third Iteration stands out as an Exotic Scout Rifle. This Void weapon doesn’t just look sharp, it comes with a unique perk set that makes it deadly at range. In this breakdown, we’ll go over everything revealed so far about Third Iteration: how to unlock it, what perks it offers, its catalyst, and why it might earn a spot in your loadout.
What is Third Iteration
Type: Scout Rifle
Element: Void
Third Iteration is shaping up to be one of the standout Exotics in the Edge of Fate expansion, at least based on early playtesting impressions.
What sets this weapon apart is its unique dual-fire mechanic. Firing from the hip unleashes a tight cluster of projectiles, dealing high burst damage at close to mid-range. In contrast, aiming down sights compresses the spread into a single, powerful precision shot, much like a sniper round.
This precision shot applies a mark to the target, causing them to take increased damage from all future Third Iteration hits. If a marked target is defeated, the player gains invisibility and Truesight, making it ideal for high-pressure encounters. In practice, you can tag a key enemy with a precision shot, then quickly finish them off using hip-fired spread shots for a clean and efficient takedown.
How to get Third Iteration

To get Third Iteration, check the Edge of Fate seasonal reward pass when it launches on July 15 and review the unlock requirements there. Third Iteration will be available at the launch of the Edge of Fate expansion. Once the exact steps to unlock this Exotic Scout Rifle are confirmed, we’ll update this article with a full walkthrough. Stay tuned for more updates!
Third Iteration Exotic Perks

Here are known Exotic Perks for the Third Iteration:
- Tri-Planar Mass Driver Intrinsic Trait: Fires a spread of Void energy projectiles. Aiming down sights narrows the spread.
- Amalgamation Rounds Exotic Trait: Aiming down sights for a short period without firing compresses the spread into a single high-density projectile. Damaging a target with this shot marks them. This weapon deals additional damage to marked targets. Defeating a marked target or landing a precision final blow with an Amalgamation Round grants invisibility and truesight.
Third Iteration Exotic Catalysts

So far, only one Third Iteration Catalyst has been revealed, and it comes with the following effect:
- Third Iteration Catalyst — Precision final blows with Amalgamation Rounds cause the target to detonate into a weakening blast.
That’s everything we know so far about the Third Iteration Exotic Scout Rifle. Be sure to check back: we’ll keep this guide updated with the latest details as more information becomes available.
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