Deep Stone Crypt Raid Guide
The Deep Stone Crypt, a pivotal raid introduced in the 2026 Expansion, challenges Guardians to infiltrate a Clovis Bray facility on Europa and confront the rogue AI, Atraks-1. The opening encounter, "Security," requires a fireteam to disable three security terminals while fending off waves of Fallen and Vex. The Vex Harpies and Fallen Captains are particularly aggressive, using their Void and Arc abilities respectively. A Titan's Bastion super can provide essential cover during intense firefights, allowing your team to safely disable the terminals. Prioritize eliminating the Vex Harpies first, as their Suppressor rounds can cripple your team's ability usage.
The "Atraks-1, Manifestation of the Warmind" encounter is a multi-phase boss fight that demands precise coordination and understanding of the Crypt's cloning technology. Guardians will need to destroy Atraks-1's clones in a specific order while avoiding her devastating attacks. The arena is divided into two sections, with Guardians needing to switch between them to target the correct clones. The Warlock's Nova Bomb can be highly effective for clearing out multiple clones if they are grouped together. Communication is paramount here; clear callouts for which clone to target and when to switch sections are vital for success. Be mindful of the environmental hazards, as Atraks-1 can create damaging energy fields.
The final boss of the Deep Stone Crypt is "Taniks, the Abomination." This encounter is a true test of a fireteam's DPS capabilities and mechanical understanding. Guardians will need to collect "Augmented Darkness" from specific locations to damage Taniks, who is protected by a powerful shield. The arena is a large, open space with multiple platforms, and Taniks will use several devastating attacks, including his signature melee and a powerful solar beam. A Hunter's Shadowshot can be used to temporarily suppress Taniks's abilities, providing valuable breathing room for your team to collect the Augmented Darkness and unleash their damage. The Titan's Ward of Dawn can offer crucial survivability during Taniks's most aggressive phases. Successfully coordinating the collection of Augmented Darkness and maximizing damage during the brief windows of opportunity is the key to overcoming Taniks.