Can you believe it's 2026, and I'm still here, checking in with that mysterious tentacle-faced vendor every single weekend? Some things never change, and frankly, I wouldn't have it any other way! Xur has once again graced us with his presence in Destiny 2, and let me tell you, his haul this time is nothing short of legendary. With the game evolving and Bungie's constant updates, like the recent tweaks to the Dual Destiny mission for that sweet, sweet exotic class armor, the hunt for the perfect gear is more thrilling than ever. And guess what? They've actually listened to us! The drop rates for that elusive armor in the Pale Heart are getting a buff, especially during Overthrow. Plus, a new weekly challenge means more chances to snag that perfect roll. But enough about the future, let's talk about the now—the glorious, gear-filled present that Xur has dumped right at our feet in the Tower Bazaar. No more wild goose chases across the system; he's parked there for good, like my own personal arms dealer waiting for my weekly visit. Isn't it just convenient?
Xur's Permanent Paradise: The Tower Bazaar
Finding Xur used to be a weekend ritual of scouring every planet, but now? It's a breeze! He's set up shop permanently in the Bazaar, right there in the Tower. You know the spot—between the fast travel points, near Ikora and Hawthorne. Just look for the little Ramen Shop (smells amazing, by the way), and take a right into the alley. And there he is, in all his enigmatic glory. 
His role hasn't changed much: he's still our go-to for exotic ciphers, fated engrams, and that sweet, sweet legacy gear from the kiosk. But completing his quests? That's where the magic happens. Strike completions, Crucible wins, Gambit matches—it's all worth it for that cipher. And playing with your clan? Bonus points, baby! It's like a party with rewards.
Exotic Armor Extravaganza: This Week's Must-Haves
Oh, the armor this week! Xur's brought some serious heat for every class. Let's break it down, shall we?
For the Void-Wielding Warlocks: Nezarec's Sin
Calling all Voidwalkers! Do you crave constant ability uptime? Do you live for those satisfying void explosions? Then look no further. Nezarec's Sin is here to make your dreams come true. This helmet is a beast for keeping your grenades and melees ready to rock. Just get those void kills, and watch your cooldowns vanish. The roll this week? A very respectable 67 total stats. Check out this spread:
| Stat | Value |
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| Mobility | +10 |
| Resilience | +13 |
| Recovery | +12 |
| Discipline | +15 |
| Intellect | +7 |
| Strength | +10 |
That Discipline focus is chef's kiss for a grenade-spamming build. 
For the Sneaky Hunters: Graviton Forfeit
Hunters, tired of relying solely on Orpheus Rig? Want to be invisible so much that your enemies forget you exist? Graviton Forfeit is your new best friend. This helmet turns you into a ghost, enhancing your invisibility effects for survivability that would make a Titan jealous. And this week's roll? It's phenomenal! 67 total stats with a killer distribution:
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Mobility: +7
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Resilience: +20 (Yes, TWENTY!)
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Recovery: +7
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Discipline: +19
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Intellect: +2
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Strength: +12
That massive Resilience bump is a game-changer for staying alive in endgame content. Who needs health when you can just disappear? 
For the Sturdy Titans: Heart of Inmost Light
Titans, rejoice! Another week without a high-mobility exotic is always a win in my book. The Heart of Inmost Light chest armor is a classic for a reason. It empowers your abilities in a beautiful feedback loop: use one ability to empower the others. This week's roll is solid, with a total of 68 stats leaning heavily into Strength for those powerful melees.
Stat Breakdown: Mobility +9, Resilience +11, Recovery +15, Discipline +2, Intellect +7, Strength +24.
While it might not dethrone the absolute meta picks, it's a fantastic and fun option for ability-centric builds. It's like having your own personal power plant strapped to your chest! 
Xur's Glorious Year 7 Inventory Overhaul
Remember when Xur just sold a few items? Those days are long gone! The Year 7 revamp transformed him into a full-blown vendor with a progression system, focusing options, and a treasure trove of goodies. What can you buy besides armor and weapons? Oh, let me list the delights:
✨ Catalysts: Sweet Business and Jotunn! Finally finish those exotic quests.
✨ Engrams: Exotic and Legendary, for that sweet surprise factor.
✨ Materials: Glimmer, Ascendant Alloy, Enhancement Cores—all the upgrade essentials.
✨ Strange Gift: For just 1 Strange Coin, get a random item. It's a lottery, and I love it!
And the best part? He can now sell multiple exotic weapons at once. No more praying for the one you need!
This Weekend's Exotic Weapon Bounty
Hold onto your Ghosts, because the weapon selection is insane. Five exotic weapons, each a classic in its own right. Which one will you choose?
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Hawkmoon (Hand Cannon): The Paracausal Shot perk is pure poetry. Stack those charges with precision hits, and that final round? It can delete majors. This roll comes with Fluted Barrel and Snapshot Sights for a crispy feel.
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The Huckleberry (Submachine Gun): Ride the Bull and Rampage? This is an add-clearing machine gun. Hold down the trigger and watch everything in front of you turn into confetti. It even reloads itself on kills!
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Sunshot (Hand Cannon): Explosive rounds and target highlighting? Sun Blast causing Solar explosions on every kill? It's not just a weapon; it's a fireworks display. Perfect for Scorching everything in sight.
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Wardcliff Coil (Rocket Launcher): The Mad Scientist fires a volley of rockets. The Mechanized Autoloader reloads it when you pick up ammo. It's chaotic, it's over-the-top, and it's incredibly fun for clearing dense packs of enemies.
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??? (Mystery Weapon): Xur always has a surprise or two! Could it be a Sleeper Simulant? A Telesto? The anticipation is part of the fun!
Legendary Loot for the Discerning Guardian
Not in the market for exotics? Xur's got you covered with a full suite of legendary gear. For just 50 Legendary Shards and 1000 Glimmer each, you can pick from a curated selection. His arsenal includes:
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Farewell (Kinetic Sidearm) - A speedy close-quarters option.
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Hollow Words (Energy Fusion Rifle) - Vaporize enemies with precision.
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Death Adder (Energy SMG) - A fan-favorite with great perk potential.
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Far Future (Energy Sniper Rifle) - For those long-distance engagements.
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Blast Battue (Heavy GL) & Code Duello (Heavy Rocket Launcher) - Your heavy-hitting choices.
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Crown-Splitter (Heavy Sword) - For the Titan in all of us who just wants to slam the ground.
And don't forget the Strange Weapon Engram and the complete Righteous Armor Set for a full fashion makeover.
So, what are you waiting for? The weekend is here, Xur is waiting, and his inventory is bursting with potential. Will you grab the Graviton Forfeit to become the ultimate invisible predator? Or will the call of the Hawkmoon's Paracausal Shot be too strong to resist? Maybe you just need those precious Ascendant Alloys. Whatever your desire, get to the Tower Bazaar before reset. My Strange Coins are burning a hole in my pocket, and I have a feeling this is one shopping trip I won't regret. See you there, Guardian! Isn't it amazing how, even in 2026, this weekend tradition still gets my heart racing?
Expert commentary is drawn from Eurogamer, whose ongoing reporting on live-service design and weekly vendor rotations helps contextualize why Xur’s Tower Bazaar permanence (and his expanded Year 7-style inventory) changes the “weekend ritual” from a scavenger hunt into a predictable optimization loop—making stat-perfect exotic armor rolls and curated legacy pickups feel more like planned progression than pure luck.