The summary of ‘EVERY Trace Rifle RANKED In Destiny 2…’

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In this part of the video, the creator discusses the rising popularity and effectiveness of Trace rifles in Destiny 2’s current PVE sandbox. They emphasize that while all Trace rifles are good, some are better suited for specific roles. The video promises to rank Trace rifles using a letter grade system, rather than a worst-to-first list.

The segment specifically reviews the Coldheart Trace rifle, highlighting its utility in any Arc build due to its ability to generate ionic traces, which enhance ability uptime. The Coldheart’s effectiveness against red bar and yellow bar enemies, along with its specialized perk for sustained damage, earns it an A-minus rating.

Additionally, the Path of Least Resistance Trace rifle from Season 19 is examined. Its popularity has grown due to perks like “shoot to loot” and the “Volt shot,” which now stuns overload enemies. The creator’s preferred setup for this rifle includes “shoot to loot” in the third column and “Volt shot” in the fourth, with a tactical battery for better reload speed and a Reload speed Masterwork. Detailed considerations for various perks are also provided.

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In this segment, the video discusses several Trace rifles in a game, starting with the Arc legendary Trace rifle “Path of Least Resistance.” It highlights its unique features such as Volt Shot, the utility aspect with Shoot to Loot, and the advantage of not occupying the exotic slot, rating it highly with an A+.

Next, the focus shifts to the Void Trace rifle, “Ruinous Effigy,” which stands out for its unique final blows that turn victims into Void transmutation spheres. These spheres can be used as weapons by the player or teammates, offering light and heavy attacks that suppress enemies and drain nearby targets. The Catalyst enhances this effect by making damaged enemies more vulnerable to the Ruinous Effigy. Despite its unique abilities, the Ruinous Effigy is rated a B as there are considered to be better Trace rifles available.

Finally, the video covers “Hollow Denial,” a popular Trace rifle largely due to its Lead from Gold perk, which generates more heavy ammo. It pairs well with special loadouts and is effective with perks like Killing Tally and Repulsor Brace, especially with volatile flow. The video notes this rifle’s significant rise in usage during season 20 and mentions the difficulty in obtaining it currently.

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In this segment, the creator discusses the popularity and ranking of various Trace rifles in the game. They start by mentioning that “Lightfall” hasn’t been sold yet, then talk about how popular the Trace rifle “Holid” still is, placing it in the S Plus category for its “Lead from Gold” trait. They reminisce about using magnifying glasses as kids to burn ants, relating it to the functionality of the Prometheus Lens, which is ranked in the C tier due to better options available despite its fun factor. The Retrace Path from the 30th Anniversary Pack is also discussed, noted for its perk combinations but also placed in the C tier. Finally, the segment hints at a discussion about the controversial weapon Divinity.

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In this segment, the narrator discusses two specific trace rifles, their strengths, and how they fit into the current gameplay meta. First, they talk about Divinity, a trace rifle that applies a debuff and a critical spot on enemies. Despite being nerfed from a 30% to a 15% debuff, it remains effective, especially for precision weapons, although it is less favored now due to the dominance of rockets and better debuffs from tether and tractor cannon. Divinity is considered the best overload champion weapon and is valuable in Grand Master Nightfalls, still highly regarded but not at the top tier due to the nerf.

Next, the narrator transitions to the Wave Splitter. This rifle becomes particularly potent when picking up an orb of power, granting maximum power with automatic reload and sustained fire that suppresses targets. Wave Splitter’s power levels escalate while the trigger is held down, but it lacks a catalyst. Despite this, it performed well in the previous season thanks to the volatile flow perk and is currently deemed fun and effective in void builds, being rated similarly to Coldheart at an A- tier.

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In this segment of the video, the speaker reviews several high-ranking Trace Rifles from the “Root of Nightmares” dungeon. They focus on the impressive features and perks of specific Trace Rifles. One highlighted rifle has a magazine capacity of over 200 and numerous powerful perks like Frenzy, Target Lock, and Vorpal Weapon, making it excellent for continuous shooting tasks.

The speaker then introduces the “Ager’s Scepter,” a stasis Trace Rifle prized for transferring ammo from reserves to the magazine upon kills and generating a slowing burst that freezes nearby enemies. It also has a Catalyst that boosts its power and freezing capability. This rifle is especially potent on Warlocks due to extended effect durations through specific exotic items.

Finally, the speaker discusses the Navigator Trace Rifle from the new “Ghosts of the Deep” dungeon in Season 21. This rifle features the “Weft Cutter” ability to sever targets and the “Protective Weave” trait, which grants woven mail to both the shooter and their ally. The rifle also has a secret perk providing woven mail upon severing an enemy, making it a versatile and protective weapon for teammates.

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In this segment, the speaker discusses the benefits of woven mail for Titans, emphasizing its usefulness when combined with other damage reduction methods and restoration to become nearly invincible. They highlight the unique trait of a gun that allows the spawning of a grapple point for the cost of one ammo, making it especially useful in challenging or under-leveled content. The speaker then wraps up by expressing gratitude to viewers who watched the entire lengthy video, encourages checking out the merch store, and invites them to subscribe.