Lotus-Eater Sidearm Revealed: Updated Perks and Meta Analysis for Destiny 2
Discover the updated perks for the Lotus-Eater Sidearm, coming in Destiny 2 Episode Heresy on February 4. Find the best rolls and meta potential for this Void Rocket-Assisted weapon.
Lotus-Eater Sidearm: Updated Perks and Meta Potential in Destiny 2 Episode Heresy
Destiny 2 Episode Heresy is set to launch on February 4, bringing exciting new weapons to the game, including the highly anticipated Lotus-Eater, a Void-element Rocket-Assisted Sidearm.
After some initial confusion surrounding its perk pool, Bungie clarified the weapon’s potential, confirming its synergy with subclass builds and PvE dominance.
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Lotus-Eater Overview
Weapon Type: Rocket-Assisted Sidearm
Element: Void
Source: Nightfall-exclusive weapon
Lotus-Eater will debut alongside the returning fan-favorite Hand Cannon, The Palindrome. Initially revealed in Bungie’s January 23 TWID post, the weapon’s perk pool was updated after confusion arose over the lack of Element-specific perks. Bungie later clarified the issue in a January 24 post, attributing the omission to an outdated perk list.
Updated Perk Pool for Lotus-Eater
Third Column:
- Shoot to Loot
- Beacon Rounds
- Reconstruction
- Strategist
- Feeding Frenzy
- Repulsor Brace
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Fourth Column:
- Destabilizing Rounds
- High Ground
- Reverberation
- Box Weaken
- Adrenaline Junky
- One for All
Meta Analysis: Best Rolls for Lotus-Eater
While the exact roll you’ll want depends on your build and playstyle, Repulsor Brace + Destabilizing Rounds is expected to be the most sought-after combination for PvE content. This combo is ideal for Void subclasses, taking full advantage of volatile rounds and subclass synergy.
Why Destabilizing Rounds is Key:
Recent buffs to Destabilizing Rounds will ensure Lotus-Eater’s viability in PvE, even amid blanket nerfs to Rocket-Assisted Sidearms in Episode Heresy:
- Final blows now grant volatile rounds for 2 seconds if any targets are hit by the volatile burst.
- Internal cooldown reduced from 4 seconds to 1.5 seconds.
This makes Lotus-Eater a top-tier option for clearing groups of enemies while maintaining consistent Void debuff application.
Despite initial concerns, the Lotus-Eater Sidearm is shaping up to be a powerful addition to Destiny 2’s arsenal.
Its updated perk pool offers plenty of flexibility, with Destabilizing Rounds and Repulsor Brace standing out as the go-to combo for most PvE builds.
Keep an eye on this Nightfall-exclusive weapon when Episode Heresy launches on February 4.
Whether you’re a fan of Void subclasses or just looking for the next great Nightfall weapon, the Lotus-Eater promises to deliver. Happy hunting, Guardians!
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