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During his expedition beyond the [[Solar System]], the [[Drifter]] and his crew encountered strange '''alien creatures''' on a desolate, icy planet. These creatures were found to share common bioenergetics with the [[Hive]], but otherwise did not resemble Hive or any other known species, being described as | During his expedition beyond the [[Solar System]], the [[Drifter]] and his crew encountered strange '''alien creatures''' on a desolate, icy planet. These creatures were found to share common bioenergetics with the [[Hive]], but otherwise did not resemble Hive or any other known species, being described as headless, "vacuous," shadowy forms<ref>'''Bungie (2018/9/4)''', ''[[Destiny 2]]: [[Forsaken]] - Item Description: [[Ancient Apocalypse Armor (Warlock)#Ancient Apocalypse Robes|Ancient Apocalypse Robes]]''</ref>. Of special note was their ability to project a field which suppressed [[Light]].<ref>'''Bungie (2018/9/4)''', ''[[Destiny 2]]: [[Forsaken]] - Item Description: [[Ancient Apocalypse Armor (Warlock)#Ancient Apocalypse Robes|Ancient Apocalypse Robes]]''</ref> Many were found imprisoned within monolith-like alien structures, apparently in the form of cryogenic suspension, but others were also found roaming free around the planet.<ref name="AAG">'''Bungie (2018/9/4)''', ''[[Destiny 2]]: [[Forsaken]] - Item Description: [[Ancient Apocalypse Armor (Warlock)#Ancient Apocalypse Gloves|Ancient Apocalypse Gloves]]''</ref> | ||
As a result of the Light-suppressing field they generated, [[Guardian|Guardians]] that died within close proximity of these creatures were incapable of being revived by their [[Ghost]]s, resulting in the Guardian's permanent death.<ref name="AAG"/> | As a result of the Light-suppressing field they generated, [[Guardian|Guardians]] that died within close proximity of these creatures were incapable of being revived by their [[Ghost]]s, resulting in the Guardian's permanent death.<ref name="AAG"/> | ||
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*The Drifter's description of these creatures is reminiscent of the mysterious shadowy creatures depicted in [[Cayde's Treasure Island Book]], drawings of which accompany his description of the [[Collapse]]. | *The Drifter's description of these creatures is reminiscent of the mysterious shadowy creatures depicted in [[Cayde's Treasure Island Book]], drawings of which accompany his description of the [[Collapse]]. | ||
*The creatures also seem to share characteristics with | *The creatures also seem to share some characteristics with [[Tormentor]]s, notably in that both are apparently headless and can nullify [[Light]]; their described abilities are also somewhat similar to the [[Suppressor]] devices provided by the Witness to the Shadow Legion during the invasion of Neomuna. However, the creatures encountered by the Drifter are described as amorphous and being passive in behavior, neither of which apply to Tormentors. | ||
*The planet where the Drifter encountered these creatures is very likely the [[Cabal Empire]]'s lost [[Athenaeum World X]], based on matching descriptions in the [[Lore:The Chronicon|Chronicon]].<ref>'''Bungie (2019/6/4)''', ''[[Destiny 2]]: [[Season of Opulence]] - [[Lore:The Chronicon|The Chronicon]]: [[Lore:The Chronicon#MCXVII.|MCXVII.]]''</ref> However, it should be noted that the Chronicon, particularly its "future" entries, is likely not a reliable source of information. | *The planet where the Drifter encountered these creatures is very likely the [[Cabal Empire]]'s lost [[Athenaeum World X]], based on matching descriptions in the [[Lore:The Chronicon|Chronicon]].<ref>'''Bungie (2019/6/4)''', ''[[Destiny 2]]: [[Season of Opulence]] - [[Lore:The Chronicon|The Chronicon]]: [[Lore:The Chronicon#MCXVII.|MCXVII.]]''</ref> However, it should be noted that the Chronicon, particularly its "future" entries, is likely not a reliable source of information. | ||
