I still remember the first time Without Remorse dropped for me. It was during a late-night Nightmare Containment run aboard the Derelict Leviathan, back in Season of the Haunted. She kicked like a mule and sounded like a thunderclap, but something about her just clicked. Fast forward to 2026, and this Solar Lightweight Frame shotgun is still sitting in my vault, and I still take her out for a spin in the Crucible or when I'm running legacy content. Let me tell you, she's aged like fine wine—mostly.
Now, before we dive in, a quick reality check: Without Remorse originally came from Season 17, and the Haunted activities aren't exactly front and center in the current Destiny 2 landscape. But if you're a veteran who already unlocked the pattern, or if Bungie decides to bring back those old seasonal sources (fingers crossed), this guide will help you build the best version of this weapon. And honestly, even in 2026, the perk combos below still hold up surprisingly well. She's got a temper, that one—she'll kick like a mule if you rush your shots, but when you land that perfect hip-fire, she sings.
Why This Shotgun Still Matters
Lightweight Frame shotguns have always been popular for one simple reason: they make you feel nimble. The increased handling and movement speed while wielding one is a drug—once you get used to it, going back to a Precision Frame feels like walking through molasses. Without Remorse brings that same agility, plus it's Solar, which means it plays nicely with all the Solar 3.0 builds that have only gotten more ridiculous over the years. She's a workhorse, not a show pony.
How to Get Without Remorse (Legacy Edition)
Back in the day, you had a few reliable paths: completing Nightmare Containment Tier III, running Sever missions, focusing Umbral Engrams at the Crown of Sorrow, or using Bound Presence on the Sever chest. In 2026, those activities are mostly vaulted, so your best bet is to check if Bungie has rotated them back into the playlist or if Xûr happens to be selling one. But if you're lucky enough to have the crafting pattern unlocked from five Deepsight Resonance extractions, you can just craft it at the Enclave. And that's the dream, isn't it?
The God Rolls (Still Solid in 2026)
Here's the thing: Without Remorse's perk pool is deep, but the best combinations are surprisingly narrow. Let's break it down.
PvP Roll
For PvP, you want to maximize range and consistency. Rifled Barrel and Accurized Rounds are your best friends in the first two columns. Avoid Smoothbore like the plague—it widens the pellet spread and turns your shotgun into a confetti cannon. Extended Mag and Steady Rounds are also traps; they slow you down or reduce your range. Trust me, I learned that the hard way.
| Column | PvP Pick | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Barrel | Rifled Barrel | Boosts range without hurting handling too much |
| Magazine | Accurized Rounds | More range, simple as that |
| Perk 1 | Hip-Fire Grip | Tightens spread when firing from the hip |
| Perk 2 | Fragile Focus | Extra range as long as your shields are up |
The Hip-Fire Grip + Fragile Focus combo is a classic for a reason: it lets you play aggressively, shoot first, and catch people off guard. If you're more of a team player, Hip-Fire Grip + Vorpal Weapon is a solid alternative for shutting down roaming Supers.
PvE Roll
PvE is where Without Remorse really shines, especially with Solar builds. You've got more flexibility here, but the magazine perks matter: Assault Mag or Tactical Mag are the way to go. Avoid Extended Mag and Steady Rounds—they're not doing you any favors. For the third and fourth columns, Well-Rounded + Incandescent is the holy grail. Incandescent spreads scorch to nearby enemies, and with all the Solar 3.0 fragments that trigger on scorch or ignition, you'll be clearing adds like a janitor on espresso.
| Column | PvE Pick | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Barrel | Corkscrew Rifling | Balanced stats, nothing fancy |
| Magazine | Assault Mag | Faster fire rate and stability |
| Perk 1 | Well-Rounded | Boosts range and stability after a kill |
| Perk 2 | Incandescent | Scorch spreads to nearby enemies |
Honestly, the Well-Rounded + Incandescent combo is so good that I've seen people use it in high-end content, even in 2026. It's not the flashiest weapon, but it gets the job done.
A Few Final Thoughts
Look, Without Remorse isn't going to win any beauty contests, and she's not the meta-defining monster that some other shotguns are. But she's reliable, craftable (if you have the pattern), and she feels great to use. In a game that constantly throws new toys at you, there's something comforting about a weapon that just works. So if you've got one sitting in your vault, dust her off. Give her a spin. And if you see me in the Crucible, hip-firing like a maniac, just know that Without Remorse and I are still going strong.
Now if you'll excuse me, I'm off to run a few Sever missions—you know, just in case. 😉