In Destiny 2, players can gain unique weapons through various in-game activities. One set of them is known as ritual weapons, and it was introduced in the Beyond Light expansion to replace the pinnacle weapons from Forsaken. To get ritual weapons, players must maximize their reputation with any core activity vendor, such as Gambit, Crucible, or Vanguard, or fulfill activity-specific objectives.
Ritual weapons in Destiny 2 are known for their incredible effectiveness, with specific perks and stats geared to PvP and PvE activities. Because of their ongoing strength and range, many of these weapons continue to be powerful in the game's meta even years after their debut.
What are the Best Ritual Weapons in Destiny 2
There are more than 20 Ritual weapons available in the game. Some of them are acquirable, while others may be added in the future. Here are the top 10 ritual weapons in the game right now.
10. Veles-X
Veles-X, an Energy Pulse Rifle, was first introduced as a ritual weapon in Season of the Seraph. This Legendary weapon has a high impact and impressive range, making it ideal for engagements at medium to long ranges. Its superior stability ensures smooth recoil control, even when engaging distant targets. However, its low Handling may not make it the best option for PvP circumstances.
Handling, however, is less important for the Veles-X because it is not an SMG or shotgun. The weapon's Aggressive Burst mode, which allows for hard-hitting four-burst firing, is crucial in PvE and PvP battles.
Veles-X Stats
- Impact: 35
- Range: 73
- Stability: 57
- Handling: 23
- Reload Speed: 38
- Reload Time: 2.3 seconds
- Aim Assistance: 41
- Inventory Size: 54
- Zoom: 18
- Airborne Effectiveness: 19
- Recoil: 64
- Rounds Per Minute: 450
- Magazine: 38
Curated God roll:
- Barrel: Quick Launch
- Magazine: Spike Grenades
- Perk 1: Ambitious Assassin
- Perk 2: Chain Reaction.
9. The Mountaintop
The Mountaintop, previously considered permanently restricted by sunsets, has triumphantly returned to the forefront of Destiny 2 thanks to the repeated BRAVE arsenal in Into The Light. Not only has it returned, but it now offers many fresh benefits worth investigating.
Earning a god roll is quite doable with so many amazing perks available for The Mountaintop. This grenade launcher is loaded with fantastic PvE perk combinations. When attempting a Mountaintop god roll, aiming for one reload perk and one damage bonus is critical.
The Mountaintop Stats
- Blast Radius: 100
- Velocity: 75
- Stability: 23
- Handling: 69
- Reload Speed: 63
- Aim Assistance: 75
- Inventory Size: 61
- Zoom: 13
- Airborne Effectiveness: 32
- Recoil: 62
- Rounds Per Minute: 90
- Magazine: 1
Curated God roll:
- Barrel: Hard Launch
- Magazine: Spike Grenades
- Perk 1: Rangefinder
- Perk 2: Rampage
8. Null Composure
Null Composure faced criticism during Season of the Splicer, mainly due to comparisons with the Ritual weapon from the preceding season. Despite its initial reception, this Rapid-Fire Fusion Rifle gained prominence for utilizing Reservoir Burst, a perk previously associated with a Pinnacle weapon. The season of the Lost brought about a rework for fusion rifles, revitalizing Null Composure's viability.
Equipped with a Fluted Barrel for stability and Handling, along with a Projection Fuse for extended range, Null Composure offers players a choice between Heating Up or Feeding Frenzy, as well as a choice between Reservoir Burst or High Impact Reserve. Its Rapid-Fire frame grants it a slightly faster reload when the magazine is empty and increases its ammo reserves.
Null Composure Stats
- Impact: 55
- Range: 29
- Stability: 35
- Handling: 56
- Reload Speed: 48
- Aim Assistance: 38
- Inventory Size: 55
- Zoom: 16
- Airborne Effectiveness: 4
- Recoil: 55
- Charge Time: 500
- Magazine: 6
Curated God roll:
- Barrel: Fluted Barrel
- Magazine: Projection Fuse
- Perk 1: Feeding Frenzy
- Perk 2: Reservoir Burst
7. Adored
Adored remains among the top-tier sniper rifles in Destiny 2, especially with the removal of sunsetting. It's considered one of the leading ritual weapons favored by Crucible enthusiasts. Its stellar stat distribution and user-friendly nature have garnered widespread acclaim, although some players have shifted towards 1000 Yard Stare due to its potential rolls with Quickdraw and Snapshot Sights.
Adored is a surprisingly powerful choice in PvE scenarios, particularly for newer Guardians. Its secondary perks, including Triple Tap and Vorpal Weapon, enhance its effectiveness against Champions and bosses, making it a valuable asset for long-range engagements.
Adored Stats
- Impact: 70
- Range: 50
- Stability: 46
- Handling: 47
- Reload Speed: 38
- Aim Assistance: 68
- Inventory Size: 36
- Zoom: 45
- Airborne Effectiveness: 2
- Recoil: 77
- Rounds Per Minute: 90
- Magazine: 4
Curated God roll:
- Barrel: Hammer-Forged Rifling
- Magazine: Accurized Rounds
- Perk 1: Killing Wind
- Perk 2: Snapshot Sights
6. Randy's Throwing Knife
Randy's Throwing Knife is arguably one of the best PvP scout guns in Destiny 2. It was originally released as a ritual weapon for the Crucible playlist during Season of the Undying, but obtaining it proved rather difficult. To unlock it, Guardians must defeat 450 enemies and attain a Glory rating of 2100 in competitive play.
Randy's Throwing Knife was distinguished by its legendary perk combo of Snapshot Sights and Kill Clip, designed specifically for PvP confrontations. Landing a kill allowed players to activate Kill Clip, which reduced Randy's Time-to-Kill (TTK) and increased its combat efficiency.
Randy's Throwing Knife Stats
- Impact: 45
- Range: 23
- Stability: 39
- Handling: 20
- Reload Speed: 28
- Reload Time: 2.67 seconds
- Aim Assistance: 63
- Inventory Size: 48
- Zoom: 20
- Airborne Effectiveness: 10
- Recoil: 59
- Rounds Per Minute: 260
- Magazine: 17
Curated God roll:
- Barrel: Fluted Barrel
- Magazine: Extended Mag
- Perk 1: Rapid Hit
- Perk 2: Kill Clip
5. The Recluse
The Recluse was a highly sought-after item during Season of the Drifter, and its return in Into the Light allows more players to experience its strong influence in Crucible and PvE activities. As a 900 RPM Void Submachine Gun, the Recluse has several outstanding benefits. Yet, some may find its performance comparable to the Funnelweb's, causing hesitancy for players accustomed to more popular options such as the CALUS Mini-Tool.
With a fire rate of 900 rounds per minute, The Recluse requires careful recoil management and steadiness. Combining features such as Dynamic Sway Reduction and Tap the Trigger helps maintain control over the recoil pattern and kick, ensuring that bullets land properly when fired and steadily while the trigger is held down.
The Recluse Stats
- Impact: 15
- Range: 40
- Stability: 47
- Handling: 63
- Reload Speed: 28
- Reload Time: 2.32 seconds
- Aim Assistance: 55
- Inventory Size: 67
- Zoom: 13
- Airborne Effectiveness: 19
- Recoil: 100
- Rounds Per Minute: 900
- Magazine: 36
Curated God roll:
- Barrel: Polygonal Rifling
- Magazine: Ricochet Rounds
- Perk 1: Feeding Frenzy
- Perk 2: Master of Arms
4. Point Of The Stag
In Destiny 2's PvP mode, the number of top-tier legendary bows has historically been limited. However, the Season of the Worthy introduced an interesting option: Point of the Stag, a ritual weapon exclusive to the Iron Banner playlist. To earn this bow, Guardians must complete an Iron Banner-related quest and eliminate opponents with bows in Crucible matches.
What distinguishes Point of the Stag is its unique combination of benefits. It is one of the few bows in Destiny 2, including Vorpal Weapon, Eye of the Storm, and No Distractions in the selectable perk columns.
Point Of The Stag Stats
- Impact: 76
- Range: 68
- Stability: 40
- Handling: 56
- Reload Speed: 40
- Aim Assistance: 53
- Inventory Size: 18
- Zoom: 10
- Airborne Effectiveness: 77
- Recoil: 62
- Draw Time: 684
- Charge Time: 60
Curated God roll:
- Barrel: Elastic String
- Magazine: Natural Fletching
- Perk 1: Strategist
- Perk 2: Golden Tricorn
3. Ascendancy
The Ascendancy rocket launcher is an important addition to the top ritual weapons list, especially given its role in the game's meta since its initial release. Introduced in Season of the Lost, Ascendancy is a ritual rocket launcher designed for PvE conflicts. With features such as Impulse Amplifier and Explosive Light, it exceeds many other rocket launchers in terms of DPS potential.
Additionally, Explosive Light can generate Orbs of Power when players' Supers are charged, allowing for synergies with armor mods like Taking Charge and other Orb-centric mods.
Ascendancy Stats
- Blast Radius: 30
- Velocity: 51
- Stability: 42
- Handling: 41
- Reload Speed: 27
- Reload Time: 3.55 s
- Aim Assistance: 61
- Inventory Size: 35
- Zoom: 20
- Airborne Effectiveness: 3
- Recoil: 70
- Rounds Per Minute: 15
- Magazine: 1
Curated God roll:
- Barrel: Quick Launch
- Magazine: Impact Casing
- Perk 1: Impulse Amplifier
- Perk 2: Explosive Light
2. Chain Of Command
The Chain of Command is a powerful Stasis damage-dealing Machine Gun that has earned its place as one of Destiny 2's top legendary options in its category. It has received widespread praise from the Destiny 2 community for having the highest base damage of any machine gun and remarkable stability.
Regarding utility, despite being classified as a Machine Gun, the Chain of Command has distinct advantages that distinguish it differently. Its fixed perk roll includes Osmosis and Adaptive Munitions, which are not generally linked with this weapon type. Adaptive Munitions thrives at match-game scenarios such as Nightfalls, whereas Osmosis caters to elemental builds looking to take advantage of Font of Might's perks.
Chain Of Command Stats
- Impact: 41
- Range: 43
- Stability: 37
- Handling: 56
- Reload Speed: 46
- Reload Time: 2.31 seconds
- Aim Assistance: 61
- Inventory Size: 54
- Zoom: 16
- Airborne Effectiveness: 10
- Recoil: 74
- Rounds Per Minute: 450
- Magazine: 52
Curated God roll:
- Barrel: Arrowhead Brake
- Magazine: High-Caliber Rounds
- Perk 1: Osmosis
- Perk 2: Demolitionist
1. Salvager's Salvo
Salvager's Salvo is one of Destiny 2's best Arc grenade launchers. Initially introduced as a ritual weapon in Season of the Chosen, it quickly became popular in the meta. Its curated roll has a powerful combo of Ambitious Assassin and Chain Reaction perks, making it an excellent choice for Arc 3.0 builds. It also benefits from the Quick Launch barrel, which increases its projectile speed.
While Salvager's Salvo may not be particularly effective against majors, it is a deadly weapon in the Crucible. Its ability to bounce grenades off surfaces can efficiently weaken adversaries from a safe distance, allowing you to kill them with a single shot with your primary weapon.
Salvager's Salvo Stats
- Blast Radius: 100
- Velocity: 72
- Stability: 23
- Handling: 69
- Reload Speed: 63
- Reload Time: 2.31 seconds
- Aim Assistance: 75
- Inventory Size: 61
- Zoom: 13
- Airborne Effectiveness: 4
- Recoil: 62
- Rounds Per Minute: 90
- Magazine: 1
Curated roll:
- Barrel: Quick Launch
- Magazine: Spike Grenades
- Perk 1: Ambitious Assassin
- Perk 2: Chain Reaction
How to get Ritual Weapons
Initially, ritual weapons were only available during their specific seasons and could be obtained by reaching the maximum reputation with a vendor during that time. However, a new Monument to Lost Lights vendor has been introduced at the tower, enabling players to obtain ritual weapons from past seasons. To acquire these weapons from the kiosk, players must spend 75,000 Glimmer, 2 Enhancement Prisms, and 1 Ascendant Shard.
