To complete Empire Hunts in Destiny 2: Beyond Light, you need to obtain the quest from Variks at Charon's Crossing. Then, you have to collect Empire Hunts from various sources, such as completing the weekly steps and purchasing them using Herealways Pieces. Finally, embark on the hunts to defeat the bosses and progress in the quest.
Understanding Empire Hunts
Empire Hunts are special missions available in Destiny 2: Beyond Light that send you to face off against the powerful lieutenants of Eramis, the main antagonist in the expansion. Completing Empire Hunts not only provides you with valuable loot but also progresses the story of Beyond Light and unlocks more challenging difficulties. To begin completing Empire Hunts, make sure you have purchased Destiny 2: Beyond Light, as these missions are part of the expansion content.
Accessing Empire Hunts
To access Empire Hunts, you need to progress through the Beyond Light campaign until you reach a point where Variks, the vendor in the expansion, unlocks the ability to request these missions. Once unlocked, you can find Empire Hunts as part of Variks' vendor menu in the Charon's Crossing area on Europa. You will need to purchase Empire Hunt missions from Variks using Herealways Pieces, a currency obtained by completing various activities on Europa, such as Patrols, Public Events, and Defeating Champions.
Preparing for Empire Hunts
Before embarking on an Empire Hunt, it is essential to make sure your Power Level is appropriate for the mission level. Empire Hunts have recommended Power Levels that increase with the difficulty of the mission. To increase your Power Level, participate in activities like Strikes, Crucible matches, and Gambit matches, as well as completing Weekly Challenges and Powerful Gear milestones. Additionally, ensure you have a variety of weapons and gear to adapt to different enemy types and combat situations during the Empire Hunt.
Completing Empire Hunts
When you start an Empire Hunt mission, your main objective is to eliminate the target lieutenant at the end of the mission. Along the way, you will face waves of enemies, mini-bosses, and environmental challenges. To progress efficiently, work with your fireteam to take down enemies, utilize your abilities and Supers strategically, and coordinate your movements to overcome obstacles. Pay attention to any modifiers active during the mission, as they can significantly impact gameplay and require you to adjust your tactics accordingly.
Rewards and Progression
Upon successfully completing an Empire Hunt, you will receive various rewards, including XP, Glimmer, Herealways Pieces, and sometimes powerful gear drops. Additionally, completing Empire Hunts contributes to your progress in Beyond Light, unlocking more challenging difficulties for Empire Hunts, increasing your reputation with Variks, and revealing more of the story surrounding Eramis and her followers. Be sure to check Variks' vendor inventory regularly for new Empire Hunt missions and rewards.
Advanced Strategies
To optimize your Empire Hunt completion and rewards, consider forming a fireteam with players who complement each other's abilities and playstyles. Communication is key to coordinating your efforts and maximizing efficiency during the mission. Experiment with different weapon loadouts and subclass combinations to find what works best for you and your team. Additionally, stay informed about the latest updates and patches in Destiny 2 to adapt your strategies to any changes that may affect Empire Hunts.