TL;DR
- There are 10 farmable dungeon Exotics in Destiny 2 (Prophecy is the only dungeon with no unique Exotic).
- Xenophage and Wish-Ender remain two of the strongest dungeon Exotics after their Monument of Triumph catalyst updates.
- Heirloom is the weakest dungeon Exotic in the current sandbox due to low DPS compared to other Glaives and Power options.
- Every dungeon Exotic now has a catalyst, and most drop from the final boss of the dungeon it originally came from.
- Dungeons are infinitely farmable even outside the weekly featured rotation, so there is no rush to grind any single one.
How Many Dungeon Exotics Are There in Destiny 2?
There are 10 Exotic weapons tied to dungeons in Destiny 2. Every dungeon has one unique Exotic drop except Prophecy, which has none. With Monument of Triumph, all of these weapons received real catalyst perks instead of flat stat boosts, which changed how several of them rank.
Dungeon Exotics Ranked From Worst to Best
10. Heirloom (Duality)
Heirloom is a fun idea on paper, a Glaive that fires high-powered explosive bolts, but it simply doesn’t hit hard enough compared to other Power options. The DPS is lower than expected even with its Ignition effects from the Heirloom catalyst. It’s a weapon worth trying once for the novelty, but not one you’ll want in a serious damage rotation.
9. Navigator (Spire of the Watcher)
Navigator’s Grapple-and-melee loop with a One-Two Punch Shotgun can technically wipe out bosses, but it’s an awkward and inconsistent way to build a loadout around. The catalyst lets you build Grapple charge faster, but this is more of a meme strategy than a reliable pick for endgame content.
8. Gjallarhorn (Duality)
Gjallarhorn is iconic, but recent nerfs have knocked it down a tier. Its Wolfpack Rounds buff only applies to Legendary Rocket Launchers now, so Exotic options like Truth don’t benefit from that boost. It still hits hard with its Catalyst, but it no longer stands above the pack the way it once did.
7. Wish-Ender (Shattered Throne)
Wish-Ender isn’t flashy, but it’s dependable. This Exotic Bow deals three instances of damage per shot (entry, hit, and exit) and refunds Super energy, making it a strong single-target option for solo players. Its built-in ability to see and pierce shielded enemies has also been the foundation of several boss-damage strategies over the years. You can earn the Wish-Ender catalyst by defeating Dul Incaru, the final boss of Shattered Throne.
6. Xenophage (Pit of Heresy)
Xenophage continues to be a reliable, easy-to-use Heavy weapon. Each shot deals a powerful Solar explosive blast, and the Monument of Triumph catalyst adds Rampage and Chain Reaction together, creating a stacking explosion loop that boosts its overall damage output. It’s not the flashiest gun in the game, but anyone can pick it up and immediately get results. Check the Pit of Heresy loot table for the rest of what the dungeon drops.
5. Duality’s Vision (Duality)
This Exotic Glaive trades raw damage for utility, letting players block, shield-melee, and fire ranged shots while supporting the fireteam. It isn’t a top-tier DPS pick, but its survivability tools make it valuable in tougher solo content where staying alive matters more than topping the damage meter.
4. Cryosthesia 77K (Grasp of Avarice)
This Stasis Hand Cannon freezes targets on hit and can shatter shielded combatants instantly, making it a strong Champion-stunning option in high-difficulty content. With anti-Champion effects now frame-intrinsic in Monument of Triumph, weapons like this one have become more consistently useful across all activity types, not just Nightfalls running specific modifiers.
3. Witherhoard (Pit of Heresy)
Witherhoard remains one of the best add-clear and boss-damage tools in the game. Its Void blights chip away at health over time and apply damage-over-time ticks to anything that walks near them, making it excellent for crowd control and sustained DPS at the same time. It’s an easy recommendation for nearly every PvE build.
2. Eyes of Tomorrow (Deep Stone Crypt)
While technically a raid Exotic by origin, Eyes of Tomorrow’s high burst tracking-rocket damage makes it one of the strongest add-clear and burst-DPS Heavy weapons available. Its rework has kept it relevant well into the current sandbox, especially in content with multiple priority targets.
1. Le Monarque (Last Wish)
Le Monarque tops the list as a Void Bow that fires poison arrows capable of stunning targets and spreading poison damage to nearby enemies. It has remained a go-to pick for high-difficulty PvE content for years, and with the Monument of Triumph bow buffs boosting damage against both minor and major combatants, it’s stronger now than it has been in a long time.
How to Farm Dungeon Exotics
Every dungeon Exotic in this list is infinitely farmable, even when its source dungeon isn’t the weekly featured activity. Most catalysts now drop from the final boss of the dungeon the weapon originally came from. Pair these weapons with the right armor set bonuses to build a loadout that maximizes their strengths, whether that’s sustained DPS, add-clear, or Champion control.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which dungeon has no unique Exotic?
Prophecy is the only Destiny 2 dungeon without its own unique Exotic weapon drop.
Do dungeon Exotics still need to be farmed for catalysts?
Most do. Catalysts typically drop from the final boss of the dungeon the weapon came from, though a few unlock through ritual playlists or rank-based progression instead.
What is the best dungeon Exotic for solo play?
Wish-Ender is one of the best solo-friendly dungeon Exotics thanks to its shield-piercing vision and reliable single-target damage.
Are dungeon Exotics still farmable after Monument of Triumph?
Yes. All dungeons remain accessible and farmable indefinitely, even outside the weekly featured rotation.
