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Eye of a Gate Lord
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Eye of a Gate Lord

Follow our comprehensive Destiny walkthrough for the Eye of a Gate Lord mission. Learn how to defeat the Hydra and Gate Lord Zydron, and navigate Campus 9 and Endless Steps.

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Follow our comprehensive Destiny walkthrough for the Eye of a Gate Lord mission. Learn how to defeat the Hydra and Gate Lord Zydron, and navigate Campus 9 and Endless Steps.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Begin the mission by heading through the Ember Caves to reach the Citadel.
  2. 2
    Defeat the Major Minotaur and two regular Minotaurs guarding the conflux, then scan the conflux.
  3. 3
    Proceed to Campus 9, which will become a Darkness Zone.
  4. 4
    In the distance, you will see Goblins and Hobgoblins near a large Transfer Gate that continuously spawns Vex.
  5. 5
    Use a Rocket Launcher or Sniper Rifle to destroy the Transfer Gate and other similar gates.
  6. 6
    Use rubble for cover while destroying the gates and eliminating all Vex.
  7. 7
    At the end of the area, a new enemy, the Hydra, will appear. Its shield rotates, providing a narrow window to attack.
  8. 8
    Target the Hydra's glowing yellow eye for Precision Damage.
  9. 9
    After defeating the Hydra, do not approach it as it explodes for massive damage.
  10. 10
    Use pillars for cover to maneuver around the Hydra and attack with Supers and Heavy Weapons.
  11. 11
    Exit Campus 9 through the narrow pathway into the Endless Steps.
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    Follow the stream up the stairway to reach the area where you will summon Gate Lord Zydron.
  13. 13
    Stand in place to summon Zydron.
  14. 14
    Once summoned, head back to the staircase.
  15. 15
    Zydron is an Ultra Minotaur with a weak spot in its midsection.
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    Defeat the lesser Vex enemies and then use Super Abilities and Heavy Weapon shots on Zydron.
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    You can backtrack as far as needed in this area if you need to escape and recover.
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    After defeating the Gate Lord, you will be automatically transported to the Reef, and the next area, Mars, will be unlocked.
Tips
  • Destroying the Transfer Gates from a distance is the most effective method.
  • The Hydra's weak point is its glowing yellow eye.
  • The Hydra explodes upon death, so maintain distance after defeating it.
  • Use pillars in the area to skirt around the Hydra and unload heavy attacks.
  • Backtracking in the Endless Steps is a viable strategy if you need to disengage from Gate Lord Zydron.

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