Vault of Glass Raid Guide
Embark on a legendary journey into the Vault of Glass, a pinnacle raid in Destiny 2. This guide will equip you with the knowledge to conquer its challenging encounters, from the initial defense of the Spire to the final confrontation with Atheon, Time's Conflux. Master mechanics, optimize your loadouts, and lead your fireteam to victory in this iconic Destiny experience.
The Vault of Glass is a raid steeped in Destiny lore, pitting Guardians against the Vex in their own temporal stronghold. Success requires precise coordination, understanding of complex mechanics, and a well-rounded fireteam. This guide breaks down each encounter, providing strategies for both the standard and Master difficulties, ensuring your fireteam can overcome the Vex's temporal defenses and claim its powerful rewards.
Encounter 1: Gatekeeper Defense
Your first major challenge is defending the Spire from waves of Vex. Two Guardians will be tasked with defending the Spire itself, while others must venture into the Vex network to disable Harpies and clear paths. Communication is key here; call out incoming Vex and coordinate your efforts to prevent the Spire from being overwhelmed. Use area-of-effect abilities and weapons to manage the large enemy numbers.
Encounter 2: Oracles
The Oracles encounter tests your memory and spatial awareness. A sequence of Oracles will appear, and your fireteam must destroy them in the correct order. The order is dictated by the sound and visual cues of the Oracles. A common strategy involves assigning each player a specific Oracle to listen for or watch, and then calling out the sequence. Failure to destroy them in order results in a wipe. Mastering the Oracle sequence is crucial for progression.
Encounter 3: Templar
The Templar is a formidable boss that utilizes powerful Vex technology. The core mechanic here involves a relic holder who can cleanse the team of the 'Templar's Mark' debuff and also stun the Templar. The rest of the fireteam must focus on dealing damage while avoiding the Templar's attacks and the Harpies that spawn. Coordinating the relic holder's movements and the team's damage phases is vital for success.
Encounter 4: Atheon, Time's Conflux
The final boss, Atheon, is a master of time. This encounter is divided into two phases: Mars and Venus. In the Mars phase, the team must defend against Vex. In the Venus phase, Guardians will be teleported to different timelines and must coordinate to destroy Oracles and then damage Atheon. The relic holder plays a crucial role in teleporting the team and cleansing them. Mastering the 'call outs' for which timeline is which and coordinating damage on Atheon is the ultimate test of your fireteam's skill.
Recommended Loadouts
- Primary Weapons: Auto Rifles, Pulse Rifles, or Scout Rifles for consistent damage.
- Special Weapons: Fusion Rifles or Shotguns for close-to-mid range engagements.
- Heavy Weapons: Linear Fusion Rifles, Rocket Launchers, or Machine Guns for boss damage.
- Exotics: Anarchy, Izanagi's Burden, Lament, or Divinity can be highly effective.