Iron Banner is back inDestiny 2. This week-long event is a great way not only to get your hands on some returning old loot but also shaders, game modes, and new weapon perks. TheIron Bannerevent inDestiny 2is a free-for-everyone event that pits players against each other in a quest to complete achievements, rack up points, and unlock as much of the great-looking gear as possible.
A guide to Iron Banner inDestiny 2
The premise is simple. Play in the week-long event, rack up those points, and get the loot. But what are the best methods for the quickest route to glory, and how does it all work?
How to start Iron Banner
To get started, you’ll just need to go to The Tower and speak to Lord Saladin. He’s front and center as you drop in, so you’ll have a hard time missing him. If this is your first time playing Iron Banner inDestiny 2with this account, you’ll have to go through a quick tutorial before you get your teeth into the real matches.Once you’re through with that, simply head to the crucible section and select the Iron Banner event.
Destiny 2Iron Banner rewards
Why bother with the Iron Banner at all? Well, first and foremost, it is the opportunity to get your hands on some amazing gear. As you play Iron Banner inDestiny 2, you will be rewarded with Iron Banner engrams. These can be traded in with Lord Saladin for the Iron Banner weapons and armor or traded with Master Rahool. Trading with Rahool will reward players with random weapons, whereas Saladin will always provide Iron Banner items.Engrams are earned by winning matches and leveling up with Lord Saladin. If you are wearing pieces of Iron Banner armor, you will have an increased chance of an Engram being awarded at the end of the match. You also get to look really cool.
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Iron Banner event times
Iron Banner is only ever on for the duration of one week. This week usually pops up twice in a season, but this time, in Season of Defiance, we get to enjoy it three times. The first event takes place between March 21st – 28th, the second between April 4th – 11th, and the third between April 25th – May 2nd.
There are plenty of opportunities to get your hands on Lord Saladin’s merchandise. Each week will feature a new game mode, but more about that next.
Destiny 2Iron Banner game modes
How to earn points in Iron Banner
There are three ways to earn points in Iron banner inDestiny 2.
Note:Don’t forget to check out ourDestiny 2: Lightfallguidefor everything you need to know.
Leo Gillick
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