Do you need Lightfall to get the Strand?
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To unlock Destiny 2 Strand, you need to finish the Lightfall campaign on any difficulty, and then you can unlock Subclass Fragments and more using Strand Meditations. The Lightfall expansion is required to progress the storyline and access the Strand subclass, making it a necessary purchase for those who want to experience the new content and gameplay mechanics.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Lightfall and Strand
- Can you unlock Strand without Lightfall?: No, you cannot unlock Strand without the Lightfall expansion, as it is a key part of the new campaign and storyline.
- Can you do the Lightfall campaign without Lightfall?: No, you need to have the Lightfall expansion to progress the storyline and access the Strand subclass.
- Can you skip Lightfall?: Yes, once you finish the Lightfall campaign on one character, you can pay a fee to skip the campaign on your other characters and gain access to Strand right away.
- Can you get the Excalibur without Lightfall?: No, you need to have the Lightfall expansion to access the Avalon Mission and get the Excalibur.
- Is Lightfall a bad DLC?: The quality of the Lightfall DLC is subjective, but some players consider it to be one of the weaker expansions in the Destiny 2 series.
About Strand Meditations and Fragments
- How to unlock new Strand fragments, aspects, and abilities in Destiny 2 Lightfall?: You need to complete the Lightfall campaign and then use Strand Meditations to unlock new Strand fragments, aspects, and abilities.
- Why can’t I unlock Strand fragments?: You need to buy the aspects first and then purchase the Thread of Finality to unlock the other Strand fragments.
- Can you farm Strand in Lightfall?: Yes, you can farm Strand Meditations by completing activities such as Terminal Overload, which rewards you with 100 Meditations.
About Lightfall Campaign and Power Level
- Do I need to beat Witch Queen before Lightfall?: While it is not strictly necessary, it is recommended to complete the Witch Queen campaign to understand the events leading up to Lightfall.
- Can you play Lightfall without buying it?: No, you need to purchase the Lightfall expansion to access the new campaign and storyline.
- What level should I be for Lightfall?: Every player who begins playing Lightfall will start at a Power level of 1600, and as you complete missions, your Power level will increase to the soft cap of 1750.
About Legendary Lightfall and Rewards
- Should I do Legendary Lightfall?: Playing Legendary Lightfall can be challenging, but it offers twice the rewards, allowing you to get new gear and raise your Power level more quickly.
- Is the Lightfall campaign good?: The quality of the Lightfall campaign is subjective, but some players consider it to be disappointing, with a storyline that falls flat and an underwhelming new destination.
- What do you get from Lightfall Legendary?: Completing the Legendary Lightfall campaign rewards you with a gear set fixed at 1770 Power level, Lightfall Exotic armor, and other rewards.
About Enemies and Final Boss
- Who is the enemy in Lightfall?: The main enemies in Lightfall are the Tormentors, entities created through the powers of Emperor Calus and The Witness, and commanded by the latter, with the final boss being Calus.