Destiny 2 can be overwhelming when it comes to weapon choices, leaving players unsure of which ones to use. However, some weapons, like Pardon Our Dust, stand out in both PvP and PvE due to their versatility.
Finding Pardon Our Dust in Destiny 2
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If you want to obtain Pardon Our Dust in Destiny 2, there are several methods you can try. The primary method involves participating in Dares of Eternity and purchasing access to it. By doing so, you increase your chances of obtaining this weapon as a drop from the activity.
Additionally, there’s a rare opportunity to receive Pardon Our Dust by opening the treasure chest near Xur in Xur’s Treasure Hoard. While not a common reward, it’s worth a shot. Another way to acquire the grenade launcher is by defeating the Ogre bosses that can spawn in Dares of Eternity.
Lastly, some players claim that ranking up with Xur in Dares of Eternity can also reward you with Pardon Our Dust. Although there isn’t substantial evidence to support this, it shouldn’t be completely dismissed based on the experiences shared by other players.
Pardon Our Dust Stats
Here are the base stats you can expect Pardon Our Dust to have. Keep in mind that the Traits and Perks it comes with can alter these stats:
- Stability: 35
- Handling: 71
- Reload Speed: 72
- Velocity: 76
- Blast Radius: 55
- Rounds Per Minute: 90
PvP God Roll
While Pardon Our Dust may not excel in sheer damage output, it shines in its ability to restore ability energy and eliminate enemies in groups. For the perfect PvP loadout, pair the grenade launcher with a reliable energy primary weapon to efficiently engage other Guardians. Remember, this weapon should contribute to the overall damage output rather than being solely relied upon.
- Barrel: Hard Launch – Increases Projectile Speed while slightly decreasing Stability and Blast Radius.
- Magazine: Proximity Grenades – Increases Proximity Detection while slightly decreasing Blast Radius.
- Perk 1: Auto-Loading Holster – Automatically reloads the holstered weapon after a short period of time.
- Perk 2: Demolitionist / Wellspring – Killing enemies generates grenade energy and activating a player’s grenade reloads the weapon from reserves / Killing enemies generates ability energy, which is distributed among all uncharged abilities.
- Masterwork: Velocity – Reduces the flight time of the grenade, making it easier to aim and track while in use.
- Mod: Icarus Grip – Increases effectiveness when firing the weapon while airborne.
PvE God Roll
Pardon Our Dust truly shines in PvE, with its highly customizable nature allowing it to adapt to different playstyles. Blinding Grenades are perfect for clearing minor enemies, obliterating anything nearby. For bosses, Spike Grenades and Vorpal Weapon are excellent choices, maximizing the weapon’s damage potential.
- Barrel: Volatile Launch / Hard Launch – Increases Blast Radius while slightly decreasing Handling Speed and Projectile Speed / Increases Projectile Speed while slightly decreasing Stability and Blast Radius.
- Magazine: Blinding Grenades / Spike Grenades – Disorients enemies while slightly decreasing Blast Radius / Direct hits from Pardon Our Dust deal additional damage with increased Stability.
- Perk 1: Auto-Loading Holster / Ambitious Assassin – Automatically reloads the holstered weapon after a short period of time / Magazine overflows based on the number of rapid kills just before the reload.
- Perk 2: Danger Zone / Vorpal Weapon / Demolitionist – Increases Blast Radius when surrounded by enemies, with reduced damage to the player / Increases damage against bosses, vehicles, and Guardians with their Super active / Killing enemies generates grenade energy, and activating a player’s grenade reloads the weapon from reserves.
- Masterwork: Blast Radius – Drastically increases the Blast Radius of the weapon.
- Mod: Spec Mod – Increases damage against powerful enemies.
With these optimal rolls, you’ll be able to make the most out of Pardon Our Dust in both PvP and PvE activities. Happy hunting, Guardian!
