[Top 10] Destiny 2 Best Solo Quests for Exotics

Updated:

14 Oct 2020

The lone wolf stereotype is still alive and kicking. There are those among us that take a different path accepting challenges and willing to invest hours of frustration for the satisfaction of attaining that one piece of item that stands out all alone. Destiny has loads of quests for the Chosen of the Traveler as the main storyline progresses. Once done with the main storyline, the quest for exotics and other loot begins; though a great number requires teamwork, some can be taken on alone. Here is a list of 10 of the best solo quests for exotics you can find. These vary in either power, difficulty, and even nostalgia for older gear. What is important is that they are fun.

10. Ace of Spades
Great for PvP and PvE

Known as Cayde-6's weapon of choice, this hand cannon is a beast. It causes significant damage to those who encounter it. A gun that clears enemies off the maps and wreaks havoc on the PVP battlefield. SPOILER ALERT! A sad quest to embark on since it the character's conclusion; still a welcome addition to any weapons locker.

Weapon Stats:

Impact of 84
Range 78
Stability 46
Handling 46
Reload Speed 48
Rounds Per Minute 140
Magazine 13
Aim Assistance 70
Inventory Size 56
Zoom14
Recoil 100
Bounce Intensity 0

Perks

Exotic: Memento Mori
Barrel: Corkscrew Rifling
Magazine: High-Caliber Rounds
Grip: Smooth Grip
Trait: Firefly

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watchv=j0PLSaHOdU4&ab_channel=NeedlessSpace

9.Thorn
Great for PvP and PvE

Since Destiny's first rendition, this infamous weapon made a mark not only for its look but its lore or darkness wielding guardian who focused its power in his signature hand cannon. The poison effect that slowly kills is the hallmark of the dreaded force that is Thorn. Comes in handy in both PVE and PVP settings.

Weapon Stats:

Impact of 80
Range 41
Stability 60
Handling 68
Reload Speed 46
Rounds Per Minute 150
Magazine 11
Aim Assistance 85
Inventory Size 60
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Recoil 100
Bounce Intensity 0

Perks

Exotic: Mark of the Devourer
Barrel: Corkscrew Rifling
Magazine: Accurized Rounds
Grip: Textured Grip
Trait: Soul Devourer

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watchv=8PKwNC9KElo&ab_channel=KackisHD

8. The Last Word
Great for PvE

Every evil has a story with its counterbalance, a force that does its best to balance the equation. Even though the last Word and Thorn's lore is mostly described in-game lore grimoire, these two are Yin and Yang and a tragic tale worth following. This weapon is more of a hip fired, and gunslinger inspired motif the Last Word is a force unto itself. It was becoming a fast-shotting weapon of destruction, exceedingly feared in PVE.

Weapon Stats:

Impact 78
Range 28
Stability 46
Handling 28
Reload Speed 82
Rounds Per Minute 225
Magazine 8
Aim Assistance 40
Inventory Size 40
Zoom 11
Recoil 100
Bounce Intensity 0

Perks

Exotic: Fan Fire.
Barrel: Corkscrew Rifling.
Magazine: Accurized Rounds.
Grip: Hip-Fire Grip, Textured Grip.

Youtube: Destiny 2: How to Get The LAST WORD Exotic Hand Cannon!

7.Sunshot
Great for PvP

A hot, hot, hot concept weapon, SunShot is not only a fast-solar-inspired shooter that blows upon an accurate headshot. It is also very cool looking combine that with a rapid reload speed, and you have a powerhouse that eliminates enemies with a bang. It is a fun addition to your arsenal and accessible to acquire.

Weapon Stats:

Impact 80
Range 38
Stability 46
Handling 83
Reload Speed 75
Rounds Per Minute 150
Magazine 12
Aim Assistance 60
Inventory Size 53
Zoom 14
Recoil 98
Bounce Intensity 2

Perks

Exotic: Sunburn.
Barrel: Chambered Compensator
Magazine: Accurized Rounds
Grip: Textured Grip
Trait Sun Blast

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8zdJdlWbbUg&ab_channel=Gamingwatcher

6.Whisper of Worm
Great for PvE

The first snipper riffle on this list not only because it's one of the coolest and best rifles in the game, but because acquiring it, although sightly challenging, is a lot of fun. This dark inspired edition is a monster damage dealer, with a decent reload speed that is a pleasure to shoot. The only downside it's not very good at PvP. Take it on Raids, Stikes, and adventuring in general.

Weapon Stats:

Impact 100
Range 78
Stability 24
Handling 35
Reload Speed 42
Rounds Per Minute 72
Magazine 3
Aim Assistance 39
Inventory Size 50
Zoom 40
Recoil 74
Bounce Intensity 26

Perks

Exotic: White Nail
Barrel: Polygonal Rifling
Magazine: Accurized Rounds
Stock: Fitted Stock
Trait: Mulligan

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DqxPOX9gF6Y&ab_channel=PauseResetPlay

5. Xenophage
Great For PVE

The machinegun Xenophage is one of the most recognizable and loved heavies in the game. This lead spewing artistry of death is found in Heresy's pit and is admittedly one of the more challenging solo activities you can encounter. Still, the truth is it is incredibly keen cool to have. A monster to take on in Raids and Nightmares. It makes challenging quests much easier dealing with the maximum impact for its acquired level.

Weapon Stats:

Impact 100
Range 71
Stability 39
Handling 37
Reload Speed 38
Rounds Per Minute 120
Magazine 20
Aim Assistance 33
Inventory Size 3
Zoom 82
Recoil 85
Bounce Intensity 15

Perks

Exotic: Pyrotoxin Rounds
Barrel: Full Bore
Magazine: High Caliber Rounds
Stock: Composite Stock
Trait: Range finder.

Youtube: Xenophage Easy Solo Dungeon Skip Encounters Guide

4.Bad Juju
Great For PvE

Not only easy to acquire and nostalgic to have in the inventory. Bad Juju is a classic that might not be the most powerful weapon on this list. It is still a must-have for any collection. This scout rifle is accurate and well worth the effort to solo—one of the easier challenges on this list.

Weapon Stats:

Impact 27
Range 42
Stability 66
Handling 47
Reload Speed 52
Rounds Per Minute 450
Magazine 27
Aim Assistance 60
Inventory Size 15
Zoom 17
Recoil 85
Bounce Intensity 15

Perks

Exotic: String of Curses
Barrel: Hammer Forged Rifling
Magazine: Steady Rounds
Stock: Short Action Stock
Trait: Hip-Fire Grip.

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qxmQ0dwnLZM&ab_channel=KackisHD

3. Lord of Wolves
Great for PvP

This shotgun is a beast that would best describe this weapon, and one could quickly end the description there. Acquiring this powerhouse shooter is more straightforward—a bounty provided by Spider that can efficiently be completed and done. Then click-clack and blast the dark away.

Weapon Stats:

Impact 68

Range 28
Stability 45
Handling 46
Reload Speed 82
Rounds Per Minute 640
Magazine 5
Aim Assistance 80
Inventory Size 100
Zoom 12
Recoil 80
Bounce Intensity 20

Perks

Exotic: Shrapnel Launcher
Barrel: Chambered Compensator
Magazine: Extended Mag
Stock: Composite Stock
Trait: Release the Wolves

Youtube: How to get the lord of wolves shotgun Destiny 2[Text Wrapping Break]﷟HYPERLINK "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sL5q_B8A3J8&ab_channel=ItsFrosty."

2. Izanagi’s Burden
Great for PvE

Though a multi-step fetch quest sounds like a burden to do, it is easy to do a fetch quest that requires finding a chest, followed by a pursuit that is not difficult. The sniper rifle that packs a punch and is also great for Raids and strikes is worth taking the time to acquire.

Weapon Stats:

Impact 70
Range 53
Stability 47
Handling 52
Reload Speed 46
Rounds Per Minute 90
Magazine 4
Aim Assistance 62
Inventory Size 60
Zoom 45
Recoil 73
Bounce Intensity 27

Perks

Exotic: Honed Edge
Barrel: Chambered Compensator
Magazine: Accurized Rounds
Stock: Composite Stock
Trait: No Distractions

Youtube: HOW TO GET IZANAGI'S BURDEN SOLO[Text Wrapping Break]﷟HYPERLINK "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AriZBklohwY&ab_channel=CalmZinCombo"

1.Devils Ruin
Great for PvP

The fastest and arguably the most accessible exotic solo on this list, Devils Ruin, is an energy weapon recently explicitly added to take on the barrier or unstoppable champions. Good to have in the current seasons since running into these adversaries could be tricky. Fortunately, energy weapons like this make things easier.

Weapon Stats: