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Discover the best Fatebringer god rolls for PvE and PvP in Destiny 2, plus how to farm it from the Vault of Glass raid.
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From the beginning days of Destiny 1, the Fatebringer has been a go-to weapon for many Guardians. It has always been a phenomenal option in the Kinetic slot for both PvE and PvP. It comes with perks that work well for ad clear, sustained damage, and weapon performance. This guide for Fatebringer god rolls and how to get them will help in obtaining a great weapon for Destiny 2: Monument of Triumph.
Fatebringer is a great option for PvE activities at any level. In the Barrel and Magazine columns, focus on perks that increase range, stability, and reload speed. Range and stability help Fatebringer fight strong enemies from a safer distance, while reload speed is important for sustaining damage on targets.
Fatebringer boasts many of the best PvE perks Kinetic weapons have access to. Its original Explosive Payload and Firefly perk combo from Destiny 1 is still a fantastic option for dealing high damage while clearing out groups of enemies. It also has Kinetic Tremors, Frenzy, and One for All for other damage perks. Rewind Rounds is another fun option that keeps the magazine full. There are a lot of ways to mix and match these, but here are some of the best combinations to look out for.
Explosive Payload is a strong perk for sustained damage, especially at range. It splits Fatebringer's damage into two types: normal bullet damage and explosive damage with no range falloff. Firefly grants increased reload speed and causes a Solar explosion on precision final blows. These two perks work together to do everything Fatebringer is best at , Explosive Payload increases sustained damage while Firefly boosts reload speed and area-of-effect damage, making this combo effective in any scenario.
This is a strong combination for high sustained damage. Kinetic Tremors causes damaging shockwaves after sustained damage, hurting the affected enemy and nearby targets. Frenzy increases damage, handling, and reload speed while in combat, giving the perk near-constant uptime. This combination excels at single-target damage, making it great for higher-end content where rank-and-file enemies have large health pools.
Rewind Rounds refills Fatebringer's magazine when it empties based on the number of enemies hit. One for All grants a damage buff after hitting three different enemies. One for All is easy to activate and provides a great damage boost, but it requires three bullets before the buff kicks in. Rewind Rounds negates this downside by extending how many bullets can be fired before reloading, ensuring none of One for All's damage buff window is wasted.
Fatebringer is also a top-tier weapon in the Crucible. Whether in 6v6 casual modes or 3v3 competitive modes, it performs with the best. It comes with damage perks that support a high Time-To-Kill, as well as options for improving weapon feel and consistency. Fatebringer handles well on its own, so the best approach for Barrels and Magazines in PvP is to focus on range.
For the best PvP perks, there are two factors to focus on. Perks like Explosive Payload, Magnificent Howl, and Precision Instrument help deliver higher damage and faster kills. Perks like Opening Shot, Keep Away, and Eye of the Storm boost weapon stats for a more accurate and consistent gun.
Opening Shot improves the accuracy and range of the first shot fired from Fatebringer when engaging a target. Use this to secure an early precision kill and reload. This activates Magnificent Howl, buffing Fatebringer's damage and increasing that damage buff further on future precision kills. This is a rewarding combo that skilled players can use to snowball and win engagements.
Keep Away improves reload speed, range, and accuracy while no targets are nearby. Precision Instrument deals more precision damage after sustained damage. Use the stat bonuses from Keep Away to land early hits on opponents, building up Precision Instrument stacks, then use those stacks to quickly whittle down opposing Guardians.
Explosive Payload helps at range by reducing damage falloff through its explosive damage component. Eye of the Storm increases accuracy and handling the lower the user's health is. Together, these create a Fatebringer that can fight at longer ranges than expected and can surprise opponents when at low health. The incremental improvements these perks provide can be the difference between winning and losing a duel.
| Perk Combo | Best For | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Explosive Payload + Firefly | PvE Ad Clear | AoE damage and reload speed |
| Kinetic Tremors + Frenzy | PvE Single Target | High sustained damage |
| Rewind Rounds + One for All | PvE General Use | Extended mag and damage buff |
| Opening Shot + Magnificent Howl | PvP Dueling | Precision kill snowball |
| Keep Away + Precision Instrument | PvP Consistency | Range and precision damage |
| Explosive Payload + Eye of the Storm | PvP Clutch Fights | Range and low-health resilience |
Fatebringer drops from the Vault of Glass Raid activity. This is a piece of endgame PvE content that prioritizes teamwork with other Guardians to solve puzzles and defeat bosses. Players going into the Vault in search of their perfect Fatebringer roll should know there are two powerful versions of the weapon available.
Any weapon drop from the Vault of Glass has a chance to drop as a red-bordered version. Dismantling five red-bordered Fatebringers rewards a pattern for the weapon. Guardians with the weapon pattern can craft a Fatebringer at the Enclave with whatever roll they want, and it can then be upgraded with enhanced perks.
The Timelost Fatebringer can only be found when playing the Vault of Glass on Master difficulty. Timelost weapons can be equipped with Adept weapon mods and have their perks enhanced. While their rolls cannot be changed, access to Adept mods means Timelost versions are slightly stronger than crafted ones.
Yes. Despite its age, Fatebringer continues to stand as one of the best weapons in Destiny 2: Monument of Triumph. As a Kinetic weapon, it creates no problems with conflicting elemental synergies and comes equipped with some of the best perks available to Kinetic weapons. It is a solid workhorse in any level of PvE content and an excellent choice for dueling in PvP.
Fatebringer also drops from the Vault of Glass, which is one of the best raids for beginners. Players who want to try raiding and are wondering where to start should use getting a Fatebringer as an excuse to give it a shot. If you are looking for a group to learn with or a sherpa to teach you, check out the Destiny 2 LFG Discord.
Knowing the Fatebringer god rolls and how to farm them is valuable for any Destiny 2: Monument of Triumph player looking for a top-tier weapon. It has been a fan favorite since its debut, and with this guide, you can get your own. Looking for another powerful endgame hand cannon? Check out our guide for Eyasluna god rolls and how to get them. If you are looking for new Monument of Triumph content to try, our Monument of Triumph Sparrow Racing League Guide will help you achieve victory on the race track.
