Decoding Lightfall’s Legendary Campaign: Level Caps, Rewards, and Strategies

So, you’re diving into the neon-drenched streets of Neomuna and taking on Calus in Destiny 2: Lightfall’s Legendary campaign? Excellent choice, Guardian! You’re in for a challenge and some sweet rewards. The burning question you have, though, is likely “What’s the level cap?” Well, during the Lightfall Legendary campaign, your maximum effective power level is capped at 15 levels below the recommended power level for each mission. This means the game dynamically adjusts the difficulty to maintain a challenging experience, regardless of how over-leveled you might be.

Unpacking the Legendary Lightfall Experience

The Legendary campaign in Lightfall isn’t just about bragging rights; it’s a strategic path to power and amazing loot. Let’s delve into the specifics.

• The Challenge is the Reward: While you might be tempted to breeze through on Normal difficulty, Legendary mode throws you into the deep end, demanding tactical gameplay, effective loadouts, and a good understanding of your Guardian’s abilities.

• Leveling Made Easier: Crucially, by playing on Legendary difficulty, you are able to level up your character and gear quickly. After you complete the campaign, you’ll earn a set of 1770 Power level gear. This is a huge leap that propels you toward endgame content far faster than grinding through the standard campaign.

• Endgame Ready: The final encounter of the Legendary campaign will reward you with an Exotic armor piece and a full set of gear. These items are usually reserved for solo Legend/Master Lost Sectors.

• Mastering Neomuna: The toughest missions are arguably the final two – Headlong and Desperate Measures. Prepare to adjust your strategies to keep going.

Lightfall’s Legendary Campaign: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Let’s address some common questions Guardians have about the Lightfall Legendary campaign.

1. What Power Level Should I Be Before Starting the Legendary Campaign?

You’ll start Lightfall at Power Level 1600. The campaign is designed to be accessible from this base level, but don’t expect it to be easy. If you’re new or returning, it is okay to jump in at level 1600.

2. What’s the Benefit of Playing Legendary Instead of Normal?

The biggest benefit is the increased rewards. You get double loot drops after significant encounters, accelerating your Power level progression. Additionally, completing the campaign awards you with a 1770 Power level gear set and an exclusive Exotic armor piece. Playing on Legendary will help you quickly close the gap to endgame levels and content.

3. Can I Solo the Lightfall Legendary Campaign?

Yes, it’s possible, but it’s definitely a challenge. Many players found it manageable until the final boss, where a fireteam became necessary. Proper planning, a strong build, and good combat awareness are crucial for solo success.

4. How Long Does It Take to Beat the Lightfall Legendary Campaign?

On Normal, you can finish within a couple of nights. On Legendary, expect to spend significantly longer – potentially 10 to 12 hours. The increased difficulty and strategic considerations require more time and effort.

5. What’s the Best Way to Level Up Quickly in Lightfall?

Completing the Lightfall campaign on Legendary difficulty is the quickest path to a high Power level. The 1770 gear set awarded upon completion provides a massive boost.

6. What’s the Soft Cap, Powerful Cap, and Pinnacle Cap in Lightfall?

• Soft Cap: 1750 – Gear drops will consistently increase your Power until you reach this point.
• Powerful Cap: 1800 – You’ll need Powerful gear from specific sources to progress beyond the Soft Cap.
• Pinnacle Cap: 1810 – The maximum Power level achievable in Lightfall. Pinnacle gear sources are required to reach this cap.

7. Does the Lightfall Campaign Drop Powerful Gear?

Yes, the campaign rewards Powerful gear, especially on Legendary difficulty. The 1770 gear set is significantly above the soft cap and a substantial boost towards the powerful cap.

8. What Exotics Should I Be Targeting in Lightfall?

Some of the best Lightfall Exotics include:

• Winterbite (Glaive): A powerful addition to any arsenal.
• Conditional Finality (Shotgun): Great in PVE and PVP.
• Vexcalibur (Glaive): Another solid Glaive choice.
• Swarmers (Warlock Leg Armor): Enhances Strand builds.
• Abeyant Leap (Titan Leg Armor): Very helpful for builds.

The best choice depends on your class and preferred playstyle.

9. What Are the Best Hunter Builds in Lightfall?

The Gyrfalcon’s Hauberk Void Hunter build remains incredibly strong, offering unlimited invisibility and volatile rounds. Falcon’s-Halberg is another build choice.

10. What’s the Recommended Power Level for the Root of Nightmares Raid?

The recommended Power level for the Root of Nightmares raid is 1780 or higher.

11. What is the fastest way to max light?

To max your light level, you do whatever until you get to the softcap (1750), then do powerfuls until the powerful cap (1800), then do pinnacles until the pinnacle cap/max level.

12. What is Powerful Gear Tier 2?

Powerful Gear Tier 1 means that the associated items will always drop at +3 Power Level compared to the players’ current maximum equipable Power Level. Powerful Gear Tier 2 will drop a +4 Power Level item compared to the players’ current maximum equipable Power Level.

13. How challenging is the Lightfall campaign?

The Lightfall campaign has been considered more challenging than that of The Witch Queen. This difficulty is in part due to the poor introduction of the new subclass, Strand.

14. Do you get an exotic for beating Lightfall?

Yes, you can earn one per class by completing the Legendary Lightfall campaign.

15. What should I be aware of when playing Lightfall legendary solo?

If you’re planning to solo, bring a build that offers high survivability, use cover and keep out of the open, and be aware of your weapons’ elemental types.

Final Thoughts

The Lightfall Legendary campaign is a rewarding, challenging, and efficient way to boost your Guardian’s Power level and prepare for endgame content. While the dynamically adjusted level cap keeps you on your toes, the increased loot drops and the guaranteed 1770 gear set and Exotic armor make it a worthwhile investment of your time. So, gear up, Guardians, and face the Witness with courage and strategy!

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