This Week in Destiny Rising , Sax discusses the latest updates in the game, including the introduction of the new character Maru and the Season of the Mour. He shares insights on Maru's unique abilities, the importance of resonance in gameplay, and the best artifacts and weapons to enhance player performance.

The episode also highlights the host's personal journey with the game and the importance of community engagement as he prepares to take a break from the weekly podcast format.We hope you enjoy this conversation as much as we enjoyed recording it!▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Join my Discord! - https://discord.gg/saxplaysgames Follow my Twitch! - https://twitch.tv/saxplaysgamesFollow my TikTok! - https://tiktok.com/@saxplaysgamesFollow my Twitter! - https://x.com/saxplaysgames ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬00:00 - Introduction to Destiny Rising Podcast01:47 - Season of the Moor Overview02:16 - Introducing Maru: The New Character04:12 - Maru's Unique Abilities and Playstyle08:01 - Understanding Resonance and Relic Abilities12:41 - Artifacts and Gear for Maru15:06 - Weapon Recommendations for Maru20:18 - New Weapons in Season of the Moor35:25 - Final Thoughts and Community Engagement▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬The Destiny franchise has been a monumental hit on PC and consoles, enrapturing millions of players around the world with its gorgeous world, engrossing gameplay, and an ever-shifting arsenal of weapons to gather and use against your enemies. Destiny: Rising is the start of a new story in the franchise, with adventures and battles that can happen on the go, letting you guide this new order of Lightbearers as you see fit.▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬#DestinyRising #MuMuEmulator #MobileGaming #PCGaming #AndroidEmulator #DestinyMobile #GamingTutorial #Emulator #DestinyRisingGameplay #FreeToPlay #ShooterRPG #Bungie #MobileToPC #GamingGuide #DestinyRisingPC #destinyrisinggloballaunch ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Destiny Rising, Season of the Mour, Maru, gacha mechanics, character building, podcast, gaming community, weapon recommendations, gameplay mechanics, Destiny 2

This Week in Destiny Rising Sax & Orion DIVE DEEP into Festival of the Lost & Season 2 Preview with Maru!They break down the Festival of the Lost event, explore seasonal engram mechanics, discuss sticker polishing RNG, and preview the upcoming Season 2 character Maru. Learn about candy buckets, Mobius clusters, cosmetic systems, and whether Destiny Rising needs to commit to being a true gacha game. Plus: important channel updates about the new SaxTalksGames channel!We hope you enjoy this conversation as much as we enjoyed recording it!🔔 Subscribe to  @SaxTalksGames  HERE for full podcast episodeshttps://www.youtube.com/@UCsBDy4rnNmB31KifYwLI6QQ 🎮 Subscribe to  @saxplaysgames  for breakout clips🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts & Spotify: "This Week in Destiny Rising"▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Join my Discord! - https://discord.gg/saxplaysgames Follow my Twitch! - https://twitch.tv/saxplaysgamesFollow my TikTok! - https://tiktok.com/@saxplaysgamesFollow my Twitter! - https://x.com/saxplaysgames ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬00:00 - Introduction & Channel Update Announcement02:17 - Festival of the Lost Event Overview05:11 - Event Rewards Discussion & Critique07:48 - Destiny Rising's Identity Crisis12:32 - Seasonal Engrams Deep Dive16:40 - Sticker Polishing System Explained21:23 - Cosmetics & Bright Pigment Uses22:36 - Shadow Shaper Completion Discussion24:34 - Season 2 & Maru Character Preview26:35 - Maru's Alpha Experience30:20 - Elemental Cycle Theory34:08 - Fortuna Crystals & Duplicate System35:53 - Wrap-up & Final Thoughts▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬My Gaming/Streaming SetupAudio Interface - Elgato Stream Deck XLR - https://amzn.to/4mUPFUfMic - Shure SM7B - https://amzn.to/4pg5g2eMic Arm - Elgato Wave Mic Arm LP - https://amzn.to/4piUhVOCamera - https://amzn.to/46dic0eElgato Key Light - https://amzn.to/4gtggFBCapture Card - https://amzn.to/48aEmCMGaming Keyboard - Logitech G915 X - https://amzn.to/46hnckvGaming Mouse - Logitech G502 X Plus - https://amzn.to/3JY9uvy▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬The Destiny franchise has been a monumental hit on PC and consoles, enrapturing millions of players around the world with its gorgeous world, engrossing gameplay, and an ever-shifting arsenal of weapons to gather and use against your enemies. Destiny: Rising is the start of a new story in the franchise, with adventures and battles that can happen on the go, letting you guide this new order of Lightbearers as you see fit.▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬#DestinyRising #MuMuEmulator #MobileGaming #PCGaming #AndroidEmulator #DestinyMobile #GamingTutorial #Emulator #DestinyRisingGameplay #FreeToPlay #ShooterRPG #Bungie #MobileToPC #GamingGuide #DestinyRisingPC #destinyrisinggloballaunch ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Destiny Rising, Festival of the Lost, gacha mechanics, seasonal engrams, character building, Destiny 2, podcast, gaming community, player experience, new characters

In this episode of 'This Week in Destiny Rising', Sax is joined once again by Orion for our first ever podcast dedicated ENTIRELY to listener questions! Today we'll tackle things such as where we think the narrative direction of Rising is taking us, how free-to-play players can still WIN BIG in the endgame, and how the **** does the artifact atribute transfering system really work?We hope you enjoy this conversation as much as we enjoyed recording it!▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Join my Discord! - https://discord.gg/saxplaysgames Follow my Twitch! - https://twitch.tv/saxplaysgamesFollow my TikTok! - https://tiktok.com/@saxplaysgamesFollow my Twitter! - https://x.com/saxplaysgames ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬00:00 - Introduction to Destiny Rising and Community Engagement02:14 - Exploring the Witness and Destiny Lore14:51 - Character Building for Free-to-Play Players23:39 - Character Strategies and Elemental Synergies26:00 - Understanding Artifact Attribute Transfer30:28 - Optimizing Artifacts for Higher Power34:42 - Event Rewards and Community Engagement40:39 - Game Development Insights and Future Directions▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Takeaways

• The Witness is a central figure in Destiny lore, akin to Thanos.
• Community questions drive the direction of the podcast.
• Free-to-play players can achieve high character levels with dedication.
• Artifact attribute transfer can enhance character performance significantly.
• Events in the game should encourage player engagement and provide valuable rewards.
• Character building requires strategic resource management.
• The teaser trailer for Destiny Rising sparked excitement for potential animated adaptations.
• Community feedback is crucial for the game's development and future events.
• Understanding the lore enhances the gaming experience
• The podcast aims to create a supportive community for Destiny players.

In this episode of 'This Week in Destiny Rising', Sax is joined by Flamel and Rex to discuss the latest updates and changes in the game, including character adjustments, server merging, and community engagement.In the back half, we update our Season of Daybreak Tier List and talk about the META characters that you should invest in moving forward through Act 2 and Beyond! The conversation also covers the importance of support characters and the future direction of Destiny Rising, emphasizing the need for ongoing communication between developers and the player community.We hope you enjoy this conversation as much as we enjoyed recording it!▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Join my Discord! - https://discord.gg/saxplaysgames Follow my Twitch! - https://twitch.tv/saxplaysgamesFollow my TikTok! - https://tiktok.com/@saxplaysgamesFollow my Twitter! - https://x.com/saxplaysgames ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬

00:00 Introduction to Destiny Rising and Community Engagement

02:55 Game Updates and Character Adjustments

05:57 Character Balancing and Meta Analysis

08:59 Server Merging and Community Interaction

11:58 Character Tier List Discussion14:59 Character Performance and Meta Shifts

17:49 In-Depth Character Analysis: Estella and Ning

20:52 The Role of Support Characters in Gameplay

23:52 Future of Destiny Rising and Community Expectations

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Takeaways

• The community is actively engaged in discussions about character performance.
• Recent updates have led to significant changes in character balancing.
• Estela's adjustments aim to improve her competitive edge in endgame content.
• Server merging is a step towards enhancing player interaction.
• The tier list reflects ongoing shifts in character performance and meta.- Support characters play a crucial role in team dynamics.
• The developers are responsive to community feedback and concerns.
• Future updates are expected to enrich gameplay experiences.
• Character adjustments are designed to maintain balance and diversity.
• The importance of communication between developers and players is emphasized.

In this episode of 'This Week in Destiny Rising', we discuss the latest updates that have arrived with Season of Daybreak Act 2, focusing on the new characters, new weapon archetype, and monetization strategies. We also do another deepdive into two of the most powerful characters in the game, Helhest and Estela. If you loved last week's breakdown, you'll love this episode even more!

We hope you enjoy the conversation as much as we enjoyed having it!

00:00 - Welcome to Episode 8

01:20 - Housekeeping

01:56 - Act 2 Has Arrived.. Is it any good?

06:54 - Deep Dive into Our New Limited Character: Helhest

15:10 - Helhest Damage Showcase

25:45 - Exploring Estela: Abilities & Team Dynamics

40:47 - Estela Damage Showcase

45:49 - Estela Artifacts and Copies Conversation

In this episode of This Week in Destiny Rising, host Sax and guests Valiant S4mwise and Mr. Havoc delve into character breakdowns, focusing on Tan, Umeko, and Ning. They explore damage rotations, character synergies, and the importance of chasing end game resources. The conversation highlights the evolving meta and strategies for maximizing damage output in various game scenarios, including boss encounters. The episode emphasizes the value of each character and encourages players to experiment with different builds.I hope you enjoy the conversation as much as we enjoyed having it!

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00:00 Introduction to Destiny Rising and Guests01:43 Character Breakdown: Tan and Izanagi03:01 Understanding Tan-2's Role and Damage Rotations10:12 Exploring Borealis and Its Utility15:27 The Grind: Pinnacle Energy and Character Development21:23 Insights on Tan's Performance and Meta31:03 Transitioning to Umeko: Character Synergy42:17 Ning's Rise: The Impact of Mahamayuri01:00:12 Ning's Super and Damage Output01:10:14 Estela's Role in Boss Encounters

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Takeaways- Tan has been underutilized but can perform well with the right setup.- Izanagi is a strong choice for DPS, but Tan can also compete.- Borealis serves as a utility weapon, especially against shielded enemies.- Farming resources is crucial for character development.- Ning's Mahamayuri weapon is a game-changer for damage output.- Umeko provides valuable support with her super and abilities.- Character synergy is important; pairing Tan with Umeko can enhance performance.- Estela excels in boss encounters with her summons and super.- Players should not feel pigeonholed into using only top-tier characters.- Experimenting with different characters can lead to enjoyable gameplay.

In this episode of 'This Week in Destiny Rising', Sax discusses his experiences and challenges in the game with guests Astrix and Orion. They delve into the intricacies of acclaim leveling, weekly rituals, and the new Morgran's Hunt event. The conversation also covers the monetization strategies of the game and its early revenue performance, providing insights into the game's mechanics and community engagement.I hope you enjoy the conversation as much as I enjoyed hosting it!

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00:00 - Introduction and Guest Introductions01:34 - Existential Crisis in Destiny Rising05:13 - Experiences with Acclaim Leveling13:26 - Weekly Rituals and Pinnacle Energy Management21:12 - Morgran's Hunt Event Overview28:34 - Understanding Calamity Ops42:39 - Monetization and Revenue Discussion

In this episode, I am joined once again by Astrix to discuss the past week in Destiny Rising. Astrix shares his Day 1 Contest Mode Experience for Gauntlet Onslaught: Eclipse and we discuss the Leaderboard Drama that was taking place in the days following the race.The back half of the show consists of us answering a couple of questions from the comments section (shoutout  @riothegod1831  & @swarlly  on YouTube for their questions).I hope you enjoy the conversation as much as I enjoyed hosting it!▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬00:00 Introduction to the Raid Race Experience02:52 Changes in Raid Mechanics05:49 Encounter Breakdown: Minutes Above08:54 New Buff Mechanics and Strategies12:00 Overall Impressions of the Contest Mode14:54 Community Reactions and Future Expectations17:53 Listener Questions and Mythic Weapons Discussion27:49 Weapon Power Dynamics30:19 Exploring Weapon Traits33:05 Character Loadouts and Preferences35:49 Exotic Weapon Considerations38:59 Artifact Strategies for Healing43:16 Final Thoughts on Weapons and Characters▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Join my Discord! - https://discord.gg/saxplaysgames Follow my Twitch! - https://twitch.tv/saxplaysgamesFollow my TikTok! - https://tiktok.com/@saxplaysgamesFollow my Twitter! - https://x.com/saxplaysgames ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬My Gaming/Streaming SetupAudio Interface - Elgato Stream Deck XLR - https://amzn.to/4mUPFUfMic - Shure SM7B - https://amzn.to/4pg5g2eMic Arm - Elgato Wave Mic Arm LP - https://amzn.to/4piUhVOCamera - https://amzn.to/46dic0eElgato Key Light - https://amzn.to/4gtggFBCapture Card - https://amzn.to/48aEmCMGaming Keyboard - Logitech G915 X - https://amzn.to/46hnckvGaming Mouse - Logitech G502 X Plus - https://amzn.to/3JY9uvy

In this episode of 'This Week in Destiny Rising', I am joined by KONBINI Members Flaws and Sam to discuss character rankings, the validity of our tier list for Season of Daybreak, and the intricacies of the artifact system in Destiny Rising. The conversation delves into the strengths and weaknesses of various characters, particularly focusing on Jolder, Estella and Umeko, while also exploring the importance of build crafting and substats in maximizing character potential. I hope you enjoy the conversation as much as I enjoyed hosting it!▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Join my Discord! - https://discord.gg/saxplaysgames Follow my Twitch! - https://twitch.tv/saxplaysgamesFollow my TikTok! - https://tiktok.com/@saxplaysgamesFollow my Twitter! - https://x.com/saxplaysgames ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬My Gaming/Streaming SetupAudio Interface - Elgato Stream Deck XLR - https://amzn.to/4mUPFUfMic - Shure SM7B - https://amzn.to/4pg5g2eMic Arm - Elgato Wave Mic Arm LP - https://amzn.to/4piUhVOCamera - https://amzn.to/46dic0eElgato Key Light - https://amzn.to/4gtggFBCapture Card - https://amzn.to/48aEmCMGaming Keyboard - Logitech G915 X - https://amzn.to/46hnckvGaming Mouse - Logitech G502 X Plus - https://amzn.to/3JY9uvy▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬00:00 - Introduction to Destiny Rising and Community Engagement02:12 - Analyzing the Tier List and Character Rankings10:38 - The Case for Yoder: Community Perspectives17:06 - Understanding the Artifact System and Build Crafting▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬The Destiny franchise has been a monumental hit on PC and consoles, enrapturing millions of players around the world with its gorgeous world, engrossing gameplay, and an ever-shifting arsenal of weapons to gather and use against your enemies. Destiny: Rising is the start of a new story in the franchise, with adventures and battles that can happen on the go, letting you guide this new order of Lightbearers as you see fit.▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Takeaways- Sax is a Destiny 2 Sherpa and content creator.- Community engagement is vital for understanding game mechanics.- Character rankings can change based on gameplay experience.- Estella is a strong damage dealer but lacks sustainability.- Jolder is fun to play but struggles in high-end content.- Artifact substats are crucial for effective builds.- Players should experiment with different characters and builds.- Reading in-game descriptions helps clarify mechanics.- The game encourages diverse character playstyles.- Continuous testing and adaptation are key to mastering the game.#DestinyRising #MuMuEmulator #MobileGaming #PCGaming #AndroidEmulator #DestinyMobile #GamingTutorial #Emulator #DestinyRisingGameplay #FreeToPlay #ShooterRPG #Bungie #MobileToPC #GamingGuide #DestinyRisingPC #DestinyRisingGlobalLaunchDestiny Rising, Destiny 2, mobile gaming, gacha mechanics, player experience, competitive play, community engagement, character unlocking, onboarding, game features

This week in Destiny: Rising, Estela arrives to make her GRAND DEBUT in the main game through the Limited Banner, Umeko will arrive in the Permanent Banner, and we have received new details about the upcoming Day 1 Raid Race for Gauntlet: Eclipse. We discuss what tips Astrix would give to anyone who's struggling to find time to play on a weekly basis, and what to prioritize with the Pinnacle Energy you receive.Finally, we wrap up the conversation by discussing Astrix's DR Character Tier List and he gives an estimation of where the characters all will end up once the new Lightbearers are added to our roster!I hope you enjoy the conversation as much as I enjoyed hosting it!---Connect with Sax

Watch on YouTube - https://youtube.com/@saxplaysgamesJoin my Discord! - https://discord.gg/saxplaysgames Follow my Twitch! - https://twitch.tv/saxplaysgamesFollow my TikTok! - https://tiktok.com/@saxplaysgamesFollow my Twitter! - https://x.com/saxplaysgames ---My Gaming/Streaming SetupAudio Interface - Elgato Stream Deck XLR - https://amzn.to/4mUPFUfMic - Shure SM7B - https://amzn.to/4pg5g2eMic Arm - Elgato Wave Mic Arm LP - https://amzn.to/4piUhVOCamera - https://amzn.to/46dic0eElgato Key Light - https://amzn.to/4gtggFBCapture Card - https://amzn.to/48aEmCMGaming Keyboard - Logitech G915 X - https://amzn.to/46hnckvGaming Mouse - Logitech G502 X Plus - https://amzn.to/3JY9uvy---The Destiny franchise has been a monumental hit on PC and consoles, enrapturing millions of players around the world with its gorgeous world, engrossing gameplay, and an ever-shifting arsenal of weapons to gather and use against your enemies. Destiny: Rising is the start of a new story in the franchise, with adventures and battles that can happen on the go, letting you guide this new order of Lightbearers as you see fit.