Destiny 2 Episode Heresy Act 2 & 3: What to Expect

Recent leaks have revealed exciting new features for Destiny 2’s upcoming Acts 2 and 3 of Episode Heresy. Players can look forward to a returning strike, an all-new boss rush mode, fresh artifact perks, armor for Guardian Games 2025, and much more.

As we approach the conclusion of Heresy Act 1, which launched on February 4, 2025, this episode has already introduced players to The Nether—a brand-new seasonal activity—and Delearize, an Exotic mission that rewards the Barrow-Dyad submachine gun. With such a rich start to this episode, players are eagerly anticipating what lies ahead.

Release Details for Act 2 & Act 3

Act 2 will launch on March 11, 2025, while Act 3 is set for April 1, 2025. Both releases will align with the weekly reset for Destiny 2, occurring at 10 AM PT / 1 PM ET / 6 PM GMT. Ahead of Act 2’s release, fans can tune in to a developer livestream on March 4, 2025, where Bungie will reveal more details and give hints about Act 3.

Note on Information Validity

Keep in mind that the information referenced here is based on leaks and may not be entirely accurate. Always take leaked information with caution.

New Seasonal Activity: Court of Blades

One of the major new additions in Episode Heresy is the Court of Blades. This activity draws inspiration from the popular Court of Oryx from Destiny 1. Players will experience a boss rush mode, which includes three variants: Blood of Oryx, Lucent Brood, and Wrathborn.

How Court of Blades Works

According to the leaks, players will have preparation phases between boss encounters. As the difficulty increases, you’ll have to engage various "Rune Mechanics" to gain "Court Armaments." Here’s what you can expect from these mechanics:

• Rune Mechanics:
  • Defeat Challengers to earn Rune Progress.
  • If you don’t hold a Rune, you’ll receive progress towards earning one instead.
  • Gather chest runes that may be tiered up to Tier III, enhancing your capabilities.

Depending on which path you choose—Resolve or Ambition—you’ll have access to specific armaments. Here’s what items you can purchase using Runes:

• Boons (Minor, Major, and Corrupted)
• Buffs and Perks
• Tactical Advantages like Vanguard Turrets and Taken Portals
• Relic Weapons including Hive Sword and Solar Scythe.

Additionally, a new Augments Mechanic will introduce unique challenges, requiring players to complete specific tasks to neutralize enemy abilities.

Sunless Cell Strike: A Blast from the Past

For those who enjoyed Destiny 1, you will be pleased to hear that the Sunless Cell strike is making a comeback. This fan-favorite strike, set in the Hive’s underground prison, has players battling against Alak-Hul, the Darkblade. The exact timing of the strike’s release remains unconfirmed—it’s unclear if it will drop with Act 2 or Act 3.

New Weapons in Heresy

Following the addition of new seasonal weapons in Act 1, more are coming in Acts 2 and 3. Here’s a quick overview of some of the exciting new weapons you can expect:

Refusal of the Call (Glaive)

• Type: Glaive (Hybrid melee/ranged weapon)
• Element: Strand
• RPM: 55
• Perk Possibilities: Include Impulse Amplifier and Vorpal Weapon.

Mirror Imago (Submachine Gun)

• Type: Submachine Gun
• Element: Strand
• RPM: 900
• Perk Possibilities: Includes Recycled Energy and Target Lock.

Division (Sidearm)

• Type: Sidearm
• Element: Arc
• RPM: 325
• Perk Possibilities: Includes Voltshot and Kill Clip.

Anamnesis (Combat Bow)

• Type: Combat Bow
• Element: Void
• Draw Time: 580
• Perk Possibilities: Include Archer’s Tempo and Destabilizing Rounds.

Afterlight (Fusion Rifle)

• Type: Fusion Rifle
• Element: Void
• Charge Time: 660
• Perk Possibilities: Includes Under Pressure and Reservoir Burst.

Fresh Artifact Perks

Alongside new weapons, players can look forward to a set of new artifact perks. Some notable perks include:

• Unstoppable Rocket Launcher: Stuns unshielded combatants shortly after you reload or ready a Rocket Launcher.
• Gold from Lead: Picking up Special ammo can grant Heavy ammo.
• Vile Weave: Targets hit by your Tangles become severed.

Guardian Games 2025 Armor and New Arc Trace Rifle

In preparation for Guardian Games 2025, new themed armor sets will be available for each class:

• Titans: Honor of Ares
• Hunters: Glory of Apollo
• Warlocks: Favor of Athena

Additionally, players can expect the introduction of a new weapon—Keraunios, an Arc Trace Rifle, which features perks like Detonator Beam and Jolting Feedback.

As always, remember that this information comes from leaks and has not been officially confirmed by Bungie. Whether you’re excited about the return of the Sunless Cell or intrigued by the new Court of Blades activity, the future looks bright for Destiny 2 players! Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments below!