Should I Reset My Trials Rank? A Deep Dive for Destiny 2 Guardians
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The shimmering lure of Trials of Osiris in Destiny 2 is undeniable. The promise of powerful gear, the allure of the Lighthouse, and the bragging rights of going Flawless keep Guardians returning week after week. But once you’ve climbed the ranks, the question arises: Should you reset your Trials rank? The answer, as with most things in Destiny, is it depends. It depends on your goals, your playstyle, and what you’re ultimately hoping to achieve in the Crucible’s most challenging arena. Let’s break it down.
The Short Answer: Generally, yes, you should reset your Trials rank, especially if you’ve already claimed all the rank-up rewards you desire. Resetting allows you to earn those rewards again, effectively doubling your chances at specific armor pieces, weapons, or upgrade materials.
Understanding Trials Ranks and Rewards
Before diving into the specifics of resetting, let’s clarify what exactly Trials ranks offer. As you participate in Trials matches and complete challenges, you’ll accrue Trials reputation. This reputation fills your rank bar, unlocking various rewards at specific milestones. These rewards typically include:
- Trials Engrams: Containing Trials armor, weapons, and potentially even Enhancement Prisms or Ascendant Shards.
- Specific Armor Pieces: Often available at set rank milestones.
- Trials Weapons: Similar to armor, specific weapons are rewarded at certain ranks.
- Upgrade Materials: Enhancement Prisms, Ascendant Shards, and Glimmer.
Once you reach the maximum Trials rank (10,000 reputation points), you can reset your rank with Saint-14. Upon reset, you will get the choice of either an Ascendant Shard or an Exotic Engram.
When to Reset Your Trials Rank
Here’s a more detailed breakdown of when resetting is the optimal choice:
- You’ve claimed all desired rank rewards: If you’ve already earned all the armor pieces and weapons you wanted from the rank-up rewards, resetting allows you to reacquire those rewards. This is particularly useful for farming specific armor rolls with desired stats or acquiring additional copies of powerful Trials weapons.
- You’re chasing God Rolls: The name of the game is chasing those perfect rolls, the most sought-after perks on a weapon. The more weapons you can acquire, the higher your chances of getting that “god roll” you’ve been dreaming of. Resetting your rank allows you to earn more Trials Engrams and weapon drops, increasing your chances of securing your desired perks.
- You need Enhancement Prisms or Ascendant Shards: These upgrade materials are essential for masterworking your gear and are often included in the Trials rank-up rewards. Resetting and re-earning these rewards can be a reliable way to acquire these valuable resources.
- You’re playing consistently: Resetting your Trials rank is most beneficial if you plan to continue playing Trials regularly. The more matches you play, the faster you’ll re-earn the rank rewards and continue to benefit from resetting.
- Focusing on Trials Engrams over a Flawless Card: If your focus is to get as many engrams as possible, you might want to reset your Trials card after 7 wins. Holding a card with seven wins will cause all subsequent Trials games to have a chance of granting Trials Engrams, Trials armor, and Masterwork materials, including Ascendant Shards, to drop upon match completion. This bonus is lost upon resetting your Passage.
When to Avoid Resetting (Or Delay It)
While resetting is often the best course of action, there are situations where holding off might be preferable:
- You’re actively pursuing a Flawless run: Resetting your card mid-attempt obviously ruins your run.
- You’re close to earning a high-value reward: If you’re just a few matches away from unlocking a specific armor piece or weapon at a particular rank milestone, it’s generally wise to reach that milestone before resetting.
- You’re taking a break from Trials: If you don’t plan to play Trials for an extended period, there’s no immediate need to reset. You can always reset later when you’re ready to jump back in.
- New Players Getting Started: For new players just getting into Trials, it can be a good idea to stick to the Wealth card at first. This gives you bonus rep on wins allowing you to get that initial Trials rank up faster.
The Impact of Your Trials Passage
Your Trials Passage plays a crucial role in your overall Trials experience and affects when and how you should consider resetting. There are a few different types of passages, each offering a unique benefit:
- Passage of Ferocity: Guarantees a bonus win after your first loss.
- Passage of Persistence: Counts losses as wins (up to 3).
- Passage of Wealth: Increased Trials Rank points from completing matches with 3+ wins on the card.
- Passage of Confidence: Grants an extra reward from the Lighthouse.
The Passage you choose can influence your decision on when to reset. For example, if you’re using the Passage of Persistence to minimize the impact of losses, you might be more inclined to push through and reach higher ranks before resetting.
Understanding Reputation, MMR, and Win Streaks
A few other factors come into play regarding Trials and rank resets:
- Reputation Boosts: Keep an eye out for weeks when there are Trials reputation boosts. These events can significantly accelerate your progress, making it even more worthwhile to reset and re-earn rewards.
- Matchmaking Rating (MMR): While not explicitly stated by Bungie for Trials, it’s generally believed that a hidden MMR system exists. This system attempts to match you with players of similar skill levels. Resetting your rank doesn’t necessarily reset your MMR, so you’ll likely continue to face opponents of comparable skill.
- Win Streaks: Winning multiple matches in a row will grant you a reputation boost, allowing you to level up faster.
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Conclusion
Ultimately, the decision of whether or not to reset your Trials rank is a personal one. Weigh the factors outlined above, consider your goals, and make the choice that best suits your playstyle. By understanding the mechanics of Trials ranks, rewards, and Passages, you can optimize your experience and maximize your chances of earning the gear and materials you need to dominate the Crucible. Good luck, Guardians, and may your Passage be Flawless!
Trials Rank Reset FAQs
1. How much reputation do I need to reset my Trials rank?
You need 10,000 reputation points to reach the maximum Trials rank and unlock the ability to reset.
2. What do I get when I reset my Trials rank?
Upon resetting your Trials rank, you’ll receive a choice of either an Ascendant Shard or an Exotic Engram.
3. Does resetting my Trials rank reset my MMR?
Bungie has not officially confirmed the existence of MMR in Trials, however, if it exists, it is believed that resetting your rank does not reset your MMR.
4. Should I reset my Trials Passage after going Flawless?
Yes, after claiming the rewards from The Lighthouse, it’s generally recommended to reset your Trials Passage if you want to start a new run.
5. Can I get Adept weapons without going Flawless?
No, Adept weapons are exclusive rewards for achieving a Flawless run (seven wins without a loss) and visiting The Lighthouse.
6. What happens if I get 7 wins in Trials but not Flawless?
Holding a Passage with seven match wins will cause all subsequent Trials games to have a chance of granting Trials Engrams, Trials armor, and Masterwork materials (including Ascendant Shards) to drop upon match completion. This bonus is lost upon resetting your Passage.
7. What’s the best Trials Passage to use?
The “best” Passage depends on your skill level and goals. The Passage of Persistence is great for casual players, while the Passage of Wealth and Passage of Confidence are better for experienced players. The Passage of Ferocity offers a safety net after the first loss.
8. How do I earn Trials reputation quickly?
Complete Trials bounties, play during weeks with reputation boosts, and win matches! Win streaks also provide bonus reputation.
9. Does resetting my Trials rank affect my ability to go Flawless?
No, resetting your Trials rank does not directly affect your ability to go Flawless.
10. Is it worth playing Trials if I’m not good at PvP?
While Trials is a competitive mode, it can still be worthwhile to play even if you’re not a skilled PvP player. You can earn reputation, unlock rewards, and improve your skills over time. Consider teaming up with experienced players to increase your chances of success.
11. How often does Trials of Osiris occur?
Trials of Osiris is a weekly event, typically running from Friday reset to Tuesday reset.
12. Can I focus Trials Engrams like other vendor engrams?
Yes, after reaching a certain reputation rank, you can focus Trials Engrams with Saint-14 to receive specific armor or weapon types.
13. Does Trials armor glow if I go Flawless?
Yes, Trials armor glows with a yellow aura when you go Flawless. However, this glow is temporary and will fade over time if you don’t continue to maintain your Flawless status.
14. What is the drop rate of Adept weapons after going Flawless?
The drop rate of Adept weapons per win on a broken 7 win card in flawless pool is 50%.
15. What is Zavala selling in Destiny 2?
Commander Zavala is the Vanguard vendor. He provides Strike bounties and sells Nightfall weapons.