Do Legendary Lost Sectors Give Random Exotics? A Deep Dive for Destiny 2 Guardians
Yes, Legendary Lost Sectors in Destiny 2 can drop random exotics. However, there’s much more to it than just a simple “yes.” The drop rate isn’t guaranteed, and there’s a system in place that prioritizes exotics you haven’t collected yet, particularly those exclusive to Lost Sectors. Think of it as Destiny 2’s way of encouraging you to fill out your Exotic collection! Let’s delve into the details of how this system works, the optimal strategies for farming, and address some frequently asked questions to optimize your exotic hunting.
Understanding the Legendary Lost Sector Exotic Farm
Legendary Lost Sectors are challenging, solo-focused activities that rotate daily, offering players a chance to earn exotic armor pieces. Each day, a different Lost Sector becomes available in both Legendary and Master difficulties, and the reward pool rotates based on the armor slot of the day (Helmet, Arms, Chest, or Legs).
The key takeaway here is: Exotics are not guaranteed to drop every time. The drop rate for Legendary Lost Sectors sits around 25%, while Master Lost Sectors offer a slightly better, but not substantially different, 33% drop rate. This means you could run a Lost Sector multiple times without seeing an exotic, so patience and persistence are crucial!
The game also has a system in place to help you acquire the exotics you’re missing. It prioritizes dropping Lost Sector-exclusive exotics you don’t already own before dipping into the general exotic pool for that armor slot. Once you’ve unlocked all the Lost Sector-exclusive exotics for a given class and armor slot, the pool opens up, and you’ll have a chance at any exotic for that slot, weighted towards those you haven’t obtained yet.
Optimizing Your Lost Sector Runs
Several factors impact your success rate when farming Legendary Lost Sectors:
- Champion Takedowns: Always ensure you eliminate all Champions within the Lost Sector. Killing all Champions guarantees you Platinum rewards, which maximize your chances of an exotic drop. Failing to defeat all Champions reduces your rewards and lowers your odds.
- Time Efficiency: Speed is crucial. The faster you can clear a Lost Sector, the more runs you can complete in a given time, increasing your overall chances of an exotic drop. Experiment with different builds and weapons to find the most efficient setup for each Lost Sector.
- Lost Sector Selection: Some Lost Sectors are inherently easier and faster to complete than others. Research which Lost Sectors are currently the quickest to farm and focus on those. Bunker E15 on Europa has historically been a popular choice for its relatively short length and straightforward encounters. Perdition on Europa is also cited as easier due to its short length. Sepulcher in the Throne World is regarded as one of the easiest to solo.
- Power Level: Ensure your Power Level is at or above the recommended level for the Lost Sector. Being under-leveled will significantly increase the difficulty and make runs less efficient.
- Matching the Burn and Modifiers: Take advantage of the daily elemental burn and modifiers. Tailor your loadout to deal increased damage with the burn element and counter any challenging modifiers.
Master vs. Legendary Lost Sectors: Which is Better for Farming?
While Master Lost Sectors offer a slightly higher drop rate (33% vs. 25%), the increased difficulty and longer completion times often make Legendary Lost Sectors the more efficient choice for farming. The time saved by running Legendary difficulty allows you to complete more runs in the same amount of time, potentially resulting in more exotic drops overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Legendary Lost Sector Exotics
1. Can I get any Exotic from a Legendary Lost Sector?
Yes, you can get almost any Exotic from Legendary Lost Sectors. However, the drop pool is limited to the armor slot designated for that day (Helmet, Arms, Chest, or Legs). The game will prioritize dropping Exotics exclusive to Lost Sectors that you do not already own.
2. Are Exotics guaranteed to drop from Lost Sectors?
No, Exotics are not guaranteed. Legendary Lost Sectors have around a 25% drop rate, while Master Lost Sectors have around a 33% drop rate.
3. What happens if I already have all the Lost Sector Exotics?
Once you have all the Lost Sector-exclusive Exotics for the armor slot of the day, the drop pool expands to include other Exotics for that slot that you don’t already own. After you unlock all the missing exotics, the exotic armor drop will have a random exotic armor drop.
4. Does difficulty affect the stats of the Exotic armor that drops?
While the difficulty does not directly increase the stat totals on the armor piece, many players find that the Master Lost Sectors are better for obtaining high-stat Exotic armor.
5. Do I need to own the associated DLC to get specific Exotics?
Yes, you need to own the DLC associated with an Exotic to have it drop from a Lost Sector. For example, if an Exotic was introduced with the Beyond Light expansion, you must own Beyond Light to obtain it.
6. Is there bad luck protection in Lost Sectors?
Unfortunately, there is no known bad luck protection system in place for Lost Sector Exotic drops. You might get lucky on your first run, or you might have to run the Lost Sector dozens of times before seeing an Exotic.
7. What’s the best Lost Sector to farm Exotics?
The “best” Lost Sector depends on your skill level, loadout, and the current daily rotation. However, Bunker E15 (Europa) and Perdition (Europa) are often cited as relatively easy and fast choices for many players. Sepulcher in the Throne World is another good pick.
8. Do I need to kill all the Champions in a Lost Sector?
Yes! Killing all Champions is crucial to obtaining Platinum rewards, which maximize your chances of an Exotic drop.
9. Can I farm Lost Sectors multiple times in a day?
Yes, you can farm Legendary and Master Lost Sectors as many times as you like each day. There is no limit to the number of runs you can complete.
10. How do I know which armor slot is available in a Lost Sector on a given day?
The game will tell you which armor slot is available in the Lost Sector on a given day. Check the Lost Sector’s icon on the destination map.
11. Can I get Cloudstrike from Lost Sectors?
No. Cloudstrike is exclusively obtainable from Empire Hunts on Europa. Difficulty does not affect the drop rate.
12. What are the easiest and hardest Master Lost Sectors?
Perdition (Europa) and Sepulcher are generally considered among the easiest due to their shorter length and simpler encounters. Extraction (Throne World) is often cited as one of the most challenging due to its defense sections and numerous Overload Champions.
13. Why is my Lost Sector not showing an Exotic reward?
Ensure that you have completed the normal Lost Sector on that planet at least once with each character before the Legend or Master version will appear. Also, if you have reached the soft cap for power, you will be able to run the harder difficulties.
14. Can I get exotics with good stat rolls from Lost Sectors?
Yes, Exotics from Lost Sectors can have variable stat rolls. Farmed Exotics from Master Lost Sectors may generally give higher stat total armor than those from the Legend Lost Sectors.
15. What is the fastest way to farm exotics?
While RNG is a factor, optimizing your runs is key. Choose the easiest and fastest Lost Sector available for the day’s armor slot. Ensure you are properly geared, utilize effective builds, and consistently achieve Platinum rewards by eliminating all Champions.
By understanding the mechanics and drop rates of Legendary Lost Sectors, optimizing your runs, and focusing on efficiency, you can significantly improve your chances of expanding your Exotic armor collection in Destiny 2! Good luck, Guardian, and happy hunting!