Hey there, Guardians! So, Xur's back again this weekend, and let me tell you, his inventory is looking pretty sweet. It's been a bit of a rollercoaster week in the Destiny 2 community, to be honest. On one hand, we've got fresh gear to chase, but on the other, there's some pretty heavy news from Bungie. They announced another round of layoffs recently, which has left a lot of us feeling kinda bummed out and worried about the folks affected. It's a tough pill to swallow, especially after all the hype around The Final Shape's launch back in June. To top it all off, some long-running rumors got cleared up. You know that talk about a Destiny 3? Well, according to industry insiders, that was never actually in the works. The project that got canned was apparently a different spinoff game called Payback. Wild, right? But hey, the show must go on, and so does Xur's weekly visit. Let's dive into what our favorite tentacle-faced vendor has for us this time, and I'll walk you through all the new Year 7 changes he's got going on.

Finding Xur in 2026: No More Hide and Seek! 🎯

First things first, let's talk location. Remember the good old days of running around the solar system trying to track this guy down? Well, those days are long gone, my friend. Xur has now set up permanent shop in the Bazaar of the Tower. It's a total game-changer for convenience. No more frantic Google searches or asking your fireteam where he's hiding.

To find him, just head to the Bazaar area (it's between the two fast travel points, so pick whichever you like). Once you're there, look for the little Ramen Shop against the back wall. Face the shop, and you'll see an alleyway to your right. That's where Xur is chilling, waiting for you. Easy peasy!

The New and Improved Xur Experience: Year 7 Revamp 🆕

Alright, let's talk about the big stuff. Year 7 in Destiny 2 has given Xur a major glow-up, and it's not just about the gear anymore. Bungie has added a whole new layer to his offerings:

• A Proper Rank Progression System: Yep, you can now rank up with Xur himself! Complete his bounties and activities to increase your reputation and unlock better rewards.

• Focusing Options: Tired of getting random rolls you don't want? Now you can focus your engrams towards specific armor stats or weapon perks you're chasing. It's a lifesaver!

• Expanded Inventory: He's not just selling weapons and armor anymore. Here's a quick list of what else you can grab:

Item	Purpose
Coldheart Catalyst	Unlocks the full potential of the Coldheart trace rifle.
Colony Catalyst	Upgrades your Colony grenade launcher.
Exotic Engram	A chance at a random exotic.
Gunsmith Engram	Contains legendary weapons.
Ascendant Shard	High-tier upgrade material.
Enhancement Cores	Essential for upgrading gear.
Strange Gift	A random item for just 1 Strange Coin!

And don't forget about his weekly quests! Completing them is still crucial for grabbing a second Fated Engram and for picking up legacy exotics from the Monument to Lost Lights kiosk. You'll need to run strikes and win matches in Crucible or Gambit to earn a new Exotic Cipher. Pro tip: you'll get bonus progress if you play with your clanmates or tackle harder activities. It's worth the grind, trust me.

This Weekend's Exotic Armor Rundown 🛡️

Now, let's get to the meat and potatoes: the gear. Xur has brought three exotic armor pieces this weekend. Some are solid, others are... well, let's just say your mileage may vary.

Sunbracers (Warlock Gauntlets)

• Exotic Perk: Touch of Flame - Your Solar grenades have enhanced duration, and grenade final blows create a burst of Solar energy that damages nearby targets.

These used to be an absolute S-tier pick for Solar Warlocks before The Final Shape tweaks. They got a bit of a nerf, but honestly, they're still a fantastic option for add-clear and ability spam builds. The roll Xur has this week has a 67 total stat distribution, which is pretty decent. The spread is:

• Mobility: +11

• Resilience: +12

• Recovery: +11

• Discipline: +6

• Intellect: +10

• Strength: +17

That high Strength is great for melee-focused builds to trigger the perk. If you don't have a good pair, this is a definite buy.

Orpheus Rig (Hunter Leg Armor)

• Exotic Perk: Moebius Quiver - Provides additional Shadowshot arrows. Damaging enemies with Shadowshot grants Super energy for each target hit.

The classic tether exotic. It's not the world-beater it was a few years ago, but for any Hunter main who loves running Void and making orbs for the team, these are still a must-have in your collection. Xur's roll has a 64 total stat distribution. The breakdown is:

• Mobility: +20

• Resilience: +6

• Recovery: +7

• Discipline: +15

• Intellect: +14

• Strength: +2

That's a very Mobility-heavy roll, which is perfect for Hunters. However, the low Resilience might be a dealbreaker for endgame content. Verdict: If you don't own it, grab it. If you have a better-rolled pair already, you can probably skip.

Heart of Inmost Light (Titan Chest Armor)

• Exotic Perk: Empowered - Using an ability (grenade, melee, or Barricade) empowers the other two abilities. Empowered abilities recharge faster, deal more damage, and for grenades and melees, have larger effect radii.

This is the second week in a row Xur has brought this Titan staple. The roll isn't as high as last week's (it's a 65 total), but the stats are more balanced. Here's what you get:

• Mobility: +4

• Resilience: +19

• Recovery: +11

• Discipline: +10

• Intellect: +6

• Strength: +15

That's a fantastic spike in Resilience and a good chunk of Strength, which is exactly what a Titan wants for ability uptime. This is a top-tier exotic for ability-spam builds on any subclass. Highly recommended!

Exotic Weapons Galore! 🔫

One of the best parts of the Year 7 Xur update is that he can now sell multiple exotic weapons in a single visit. Here's what's on the menu this weekend:

Hawkmoon (Hand Cannon)

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• Exotic Perk: Paracausal Shot - Final blows and precision hits grant stacks of Paracausal Charge. The final round in the magazine deals massive bonus damage based on stacks.

• Roll: Corkscrew Rifling, Alloy Magazine, Rangefinder, Polymer Grip.

A classic feel-good hand cannon. This roll with Rangefinder is excellent for dueling at longer ranges. A must-pick for hand cannon enthusiasts.

Riskrunner (Submachine Gun)

• Exotic Perks:

  • Arc Conductor: Taking Arc damage supercharges the weapon and gives you Arc damage resistance.

  • Superconductor: When supercharged, shots chain lightning and refund ammo.

• Roll: Arrowhead Brake, Extended Mag, Short-Action Stock.

The ultimate add-clearing monster in any Arc-heavy activity. If you don't have it, get it. It trivializes so many encounters.

Arbalest (Linear Fusion Rifle)

• Exotic Perk: Compounding Force - Fires slugs that deal massive damage to combatant shields. Intrinsically staggers Barrier Champions.

• Roll: Extended Barrel, Projection Fuse, Composite Stock.

This thing is a GM Nightfall legend. It pops any shield in the game and handles Barrier Champs with ease. An essential tool for any endgame player's arsenal.

Black Talon (Sword)

• Exotic Perks:

  • Crow's Wings: Fire a heavy projectile attack (ranged void blast!).

  • Tireless Blade: Sword ammo is granted for every other powered kill.

A unique and fun exotic sword that lets you launch powerful ranged attacks. Great for burst damage and safer melee play.

Legendary Gear and Final Thoughts 💎

Xur also has his usual set of legendary armor and weapons for sale for 50 Legendary Shards and 1000 Glimmer each. This week's weapon lineup includes:

• Gnawing Hunger (Energy Auto Rifle)

• Wolftone Draw (Energy Combat Bow)

• Seventh Seraph VY-7 (Energy SMG)

• Tarnished Mettle (Energy Scout Rifle)

• Code Duello (Rocket Launcher)

• Sailspy Pitchglass (Linear Fusion Rifle)

• The Class Swords (Crown-Splitter, Quickfang, Eternity's Edge)

He's also selling the Holdfast Armor Set and Strange Weapon Engrams.

So, there you have it, folks. That's the full scoop on Xur for this weekend. Despite the somber news from behind the scenes at Bungie, our in-game universe keeps spinning. Xur's Year 7 makeover has honestly been a great QoL improvement, giving us more control over our loot chase. My personal picks this week are the Heart of Inmost Light for Titans and Arbalest for anyone doing endgame PvE. Remember to grab those Exotic Cipher quests and rank up with him for those sweet focusing options. Happy hunting, Guardians, and let's hope for brighter days ahead for everyone in the Destiny family. Catch you starside! ✨