Summary
Destiny 2is a game that has evolved over many years, introducing new content while also retiring older elements. As a result, some of the most coveted items in the game are those that are no longer obtainable. These rare treasures, whether they are emblems, shaders, Ghost shells, or Sparrows, serve as relics of the past, symbolizing a Guardian’s history. Let’s take a look at some of the rarest items inDestiny 2that are no longer obtainable, making them highly prized by collectors and veteran players alike.
From the grueling challenge of completing the Last Wish raid on Day 1 to the chaos of Niobe Labs, these items tell stories of perseverance, skill, and the unyielding spirit of the Guardians who pursue them. For those who own these rare treasures, they serve as lasting reminders of their time in the ever-evolving world ofDestiny 2.
8Redrix’s Claymore
A Testament To Competitive’s Tough Environment In Year 1 Content
One of the rarest weapons inDestiny 2, and perhaps the rarest overall, is the Redrix’s Claymore kinetic pulse rifle. Only available for one season, the pulse was first introduced in Season 3 during Year 1. This weapon remains in the hands of less than 0.5% of the player base. Earning Redrix’s Claymore was no easy feat—it required players to grind through the Competitive Crucible playlist and reach the Fabled rank, making ita symbol of prestige in earlyDestiny 2.
However, the weapon became obsolete when Bungie reintroduced it as Redrix’s Broadsword in the Forsaken expansion, offering a more accessible path to obtain it. Despite the Broadsword being far more common, Redrix’s Claymore still holds its place as the rarest and most elusive weapon in the game.
7Drifter’s SCRAP CF-717-91 Ship
A Funny Joke On Destiny 2’s Puzzle Solvers
One of the most underwhelming rewards in Destiny’s history has to be from the original Zero-Hour mission puzzle. This puzzle spanned three weeks, requiring Guardians to solve a series of complex elemental challenges. Many players anticipated a SIVA-themed reward for their efforts, given the mission’s lore and difficulty.
However, after all the work and anticipation, players were left both disappointed and amused when the reward turned out to be a simple ship—scrapped together by none other than the Drifter. While the task was long and grueling, the “SCRAP” ship felt like a playful jab at players' expectations.
6The Platinum Starling
A Grinder’s Dream In Orbit
The Platinum Starling remains a symbol of dedication for trueDestiny 2grinders. This unique ship required players to complete over 100 forge weapon frames, each with its own set of objectives before it could be forged, making the process a lengthy and grind-heavy task. As one of the most distinct objective-based ships in the game, it was also a requirement for earning the prestigious Blacksmith title.
Though it’s relatively young compared toDestiny 2’s long history, the Platinum Starling remains one ofthe rarest ships to this day, embodying the relentless pursuit of players who chased it.
5The Luxurious Toast Emote
An Opportunity To Sit As A God Gone Forever
Emotes inDestiny 2allow Guardians to express themselves, andsome emotes are rarerand more desirable than others. The Luxurious Toast emote, which features a Guardian lounging back in a floating chair while sipping from a chalice, is one of the rarest.
Imitating Calus' famous pose, the former raid emote was initially earned in the Leviathan raid lair, Spire of Stars. Sadly, due to the raid being sunset, the emblem is now unobtainable, so those still with it can brag and swirl their wine with Luxurious Toast.
4Armory Forged Ghost Shell
A Relic From Destiny’s Hardest Puzzle
One of the most sought-after Ghost shells inDestiny 2is the Armory Forged shell, a rare remnant of one of the game’s most notoriously difficult activities—Niobe Labs. This challenge tasked players with solving intricate puzzles while surviving in a small, enemy-packed environment, making it especially tough during an era without the powerful buffs and builds players now have access to.
Earning the shell required both survival skills and ingenuity and due to the complexity of Niobe Labs, only a small fraction of the player base managed to complete it. As a result, the Armory Forged Ghost shell stands as one of the rarest activity-based shells in the game, symbolizing the perseverance ofthose who conquered the challenge.
3Dance Party and Loot-a-Palooza Keys
A Community Cult-Favorite Lost To Time
Long gone but fondly remembered,The Danceand Loot-a-Palooza keys remain some of the most beloved moments from a challenging period inDestiny 2’s history. Lucky players could obtain a Loot-a-Palooza key by defeating the final boss, Calus, in the Leviathan raid. Redeeming the key at a monitor would trigger a rare public event—in the Tower, no less—where Guardians couldhunt for a hidden treasurechest to earn a Dance Party key.
This key, in turn, set off a dance party in the Bazaar, creating a joyful moment for all nearby. Though these keys are now distant memories, they serve as a nostalgic reminder to Bungie that the modern game could benefit from more fun and secretive events tosurprise and delight even the most hardened of Titans.
2Traveler’s ChosenNon-Exotic
A Strange But Rare Relic From The Earliest Destiny 2 Mission
One of the strangest and most unearned items inDestiny 2is a rare, clean white version of theTraveler’s Chosensidearm. While most players are familiar with the exotic variant, few know about this exceedingly rare version. This sidearm could only be preserved if Guardians swapped it outbefore Dominus Ghaul kicked them offthe ship during the game’s opening mission, “Homecoming.”
Doing so kept the pristine white weapon intact, as it was otherwise replaced by the damaged version ofTraveler’s Chosenshortly afterward. Many Guardians missed this opportunity, making the cleanTraveler’s Chosenone of the rarest relics in the game. Those who managed to hold onto it possess one ofDestiny 2’s most unique and elusive weapons.
1Wish Ascended Emblem
A Badge Of Honor For Only 12 Last Wish Guardians
One of the most coveted and rarest emblems inDestiny 2is the “Wish Ascended” emblem, awarded to those who completed the Last Wish raid within the first 24 hours of its release. This was no small feat—theLast Wish raid is infamous for its complexity and difficulty, and the Day 1 challenge was a grueling test of skill, coordination, and endurance.
The raid race, which ran for over 18 hours, is one of the longest in Destiny history. After the 24-hour mark passed, only 12 players earned the day 1 emblem, making the “Wish Ascended” emblem a symbol ofelite raid masteryand the rarest unobtainable end-game item in the game.
