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|enddate= May 11th, 2021
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{{quote|I'll sharpen my gilded knife, and see you both on the battlefield.|[[Empress Caiatl]]}}
{{article quote|I'll sharpen my gilded knife, and see you both on the battlefield.|[[Empress Caiatl]]}}
'''Season of the Chosen''' was the thirteenth season of ''[[Destiny 2]]'', which lasted from February 9, 2021 to May 11th, 2021. It features the [[Cabal]] proposing an alliance with [[Humanity]] to purge the [[Hive]] from the system.
'''Season of the Chosen''' was the thirteenth season of ''[[Destiny 2]]'' and the second seasonal content of ''[[Beyond Light]]'', which lasted from February 9th, 2021 to May 11th, 2021.
After their [[Torobatl|homeworld]] fell to the [[Hive]] under [[Xivu Arath, God of War]], the [[Cabal]] under [[Empress Caiatl]] proposed an alliance with [[Commander Zavala]] and the [[Vanguard]] to purge the [[Hive]] from the Sol system, only for tensions to skyrocket as Caiatl demands their fealty and Guardians must engage her champions in ritualistic combat.


==Description==
==Description==
'''THE NEW EMPRESS:'''<br>
'''Story: The New Empress'''<br>
With the Pyramids and Xivu Arath destabilizing the system, Empress Caiatl, leader of the Cabal and daughter of Calus, seeks an alliance. But when she demands Zavala’s obedience, negotiations collapse, and Guardians must become the tip of the spear that strikes at her growing war council.
{{Quote|With the Pyramids and Xivu Arath destabilizing the system, Empress Caiatl, leader of the Cabal and daughter of Calus, seeks an alliance. But when she demands Zavala's obedience, negotiations collapse, and Guardians must become the tip of the spear that strikes at her growing war council.}}


'''Welcome to the H.E.L.M.'''<br>
'''Welcome to the H.E.L.M.'''<br>
Designed as the ultimate Vanguard staging ground, the spaceport provides the resources Guardians need to face the most powerful of incursions. Here, the War Table has been set. Meet with Zavala, acquire the Hammer of Proving, and orchestrate an honorable victory.
{{Quote|Designed as the ultimate Vanguard staging ground, the spaceport provides the resources Guardians need to face the most powerful of incursions. Here, the War Table has been set. Meet with Zavala, acquire the Hammer of Proving, and orchestrate an honorable victory.}}


'''Activity: Battlegrounds'''<br>
'''Activity: [[Battlegrounds]]'''<br>
The fallout from the failed treaty has resulted in Cabal forces taking up arms on multiple destinations – prepared to defend the glory of the Empire. In this three-player matchmade activity, Guardians will engage in ritual combat against Caiatl’s chosen warriors.<ref name="SotC">'''Bungie''' - [https://www.bungie.net/7/en/Seasons/SeasonOfTheChosen Season of the Chosen webpage]</ref>
{{Quote|The fallout from the failed treaty has resulted in Cabal forces taking up arms on multiple destinations – prepared to defend the glory of the Empire. In this three-player matchmade activity, Guardians will engage in ritual combat against Caiatl's chosen warriors.}}
 
'''[[Vanguard]] [[Strikes]]'''<br>
{{quote|'''[[The Devils' Lair (strike)|Devils Lair]]'''<br>Find and destroy the single, exalted Servitor that sustains the Fallen [[House of Devils]] in the [[Cosmodrome]].}}<br>
{{quote|'''[[Fallen S.A.B.E.R.]]'''<br>Rush to the aid of the AI Warmind [[Rasputin]] as he broadcasts a plea for help across the system.}}<br>
{{quote|'''[[Proving Grounds]]'''<br>The champions of humanity face the champions of the Cabal to determine the fate of the Last City.}}
 
'''Exotics & Gears: A Champion's Armory'''<br>
{{quote|'''Exotic Quest: [[Dead Man's Tale]]'''<br>A strange [[Presage|transmission]] from deep space tempts you to pursue a dangerous bounty and reclaim the lost repeater. Will you accept?}}<br>
{{quote|'''Exotic Bow: [[Ticuu's Divination]]'''<br>This ancient recurve Bow charges multiple Solar arrows that can track several targets at once.}}<br>
{{quote|'''Power Gathered: Weapons & Ornaments'''<br>A cache of new and reissued weapons to collect. Exotic, Legendary, ritual – over 25 weapons added to the loot pool.}}<br>
{{quote|'''Power Unlocked: Umbral Engrams'''<br>Earn rewards by playing your way. Unlock the power of the new Prismatic Recaster and Focus Umbral Engrams into the rewards you desire.}}<br>
{{quote|'''Seasonal Artifact: [[Bell of Conquests]]'''<br>Used to celebrate the triumphs of the warrior who carries it, the Bell of Conquests increases your Power every time it's upgraded. Unlock new Seasonal mods and customize your playstyle.}}<br>
 
'''Rewards: Unlock the Season Pass'''<br>
{{quote|Gear, XP, rewards! Get the Season Pass and instantly unlock the new Seasonal armor set and the new Solar Bow, Ticuu's Divination. You also get an XP boost that speeds up your Seasonal ranks and engram unlocks.}}<ref name="SotC">'''[[Bungie]]''' - [https://www.bungie.net/7/en/Seasons/SeasonOfTheChosen Season of the Chosen webpage]</ref>


==Overview==
==Overview==
This new season brings with it a new three-player matchmaking activity: [[Battlegrounds]], in which the Guardians will challenge Caiatl's champions in ritual combat. This activity will be overseen from the [[Hub for Emergency Logistics and Maneuvers|H.E.L.M.]], a [[Vanguard]] staging ground in [[The Last City]] which will include a war table and an updated [[Umbral Decoder]]. The [[Guardian Games]] will also return this season as each class fights for the honor of proving themselves the best.<ref name="SotC"/>
This new season brings with it a new three-player matchmaking activity: [[Battlegrounds]], in which the Guardians will challenge Caiatl's champions in ritual combat. This activity will be overseen from the [[Hub for Emergency Logistics and Maneuvers|H.E.L.M.]], a [[Vanguard]] staging ground in [[The Last City]] which will include a war table and an updated [[Umbral Decoder]]. The [[Guardian Games]] will also return this season as each class fights for the honor of proving themselves the best.<ref name="SotC"/>


==Seasonal Roadmap==
==Seasonal roadmap==
[[File:ChosenRoadmap.jpg|700px]]
[[File:ChosenRoadmap.jpg|700px]]


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*'''Mar 30''' – <small>Proving Grounds Nightfall</small>
*'''Mar 30''' – <small>Proving Grounds Nightfall</small>
*'''Apr 13''' – <small>Iron Banner</small>
*'''Apr 13''' – <small>Iron Banner</small>
*'''Apr 9''' – <small>Guardian Games begin</small>
*'''Apr 20''' – <small>Guardian Games begin</small>
*'''May 7''' – <small>Guardian Games closing ceremony</small>
*'''May 7''' – <small>Guardian Games closing ceremony</small>
*'''May 9''' – <small>Guardian Games end</small>
*'''May 9''' – <small>Guardian Games end</small>


==Features==
==Features==
===New Story Mission===
===New Story mission===
*[[Presage|Exotic Quest: Presage]]
*[[Presage|Exotic Quest: Presage]]


===New Activity: Battlegrounds===
===New activity: Battlegrounds===
*[[Behemoth (Battleground)|Behemoth]]
*[[Behemoth (Battleground)|Behemoth]]
*[[Foothold]]
*[[Foothold]]
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===Remastered Strike===
===Remastered Strike===
*[[The Devils' Lair (D2)|The Devil's Lair]]
*[[The Devils' Lair]]
*[[Fallen S.A.B.E.R.]]
*[[Fallen S.A.B.E.R.]]


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*[[Awoken]]
*[[Awoken]]
*[[Cabal]]
*[[Cabal]]
**[[Centurion]]
**[[Incendior]]
**[[Legionary]]
**[[Phalanx]]
*[[Exo]]
*[[Exo]]
*[[Fallen]]
*[[Fallen]]
**[[Servitor]]
**[[Shank]]
*[[Hive]]
*[[Hive]]
**[[Acolyte]]
**[[Knight]]
**[[Shrieker]]
**[[Thrall]]
**[[Wizard]]
*[[Humanity]]
*[[Humanity]]
*[[Psion]]
*[[Psion]]
*[[Scorn]]
*[[Scorn]]
**[[Abomination]]
**[[Chieftain]]
**[[Lurker]]
**[[Raider]]
**[[Ravager]]
**[[Screeb]]
**[[Stalker]]
*[[Taken]] {{Mo}}
*[[Taken]] {{Mo}}
*[[Tiiarn]] {{Fm}}
*[[Tiiarn]] {{Fm}}
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**[[Shadows of Calus]] {{Mo}}
**[[Shadows of Calus]] {{Mo}}
*[[Praetorate]] {{Mo}}
*[[Praetorate]] {{Mo}}
*[[Psion Conclave]] {{1st}}
*[[Redjacks]] {{Mo}}
*[[Redjacks]] {{Mo}}
*[[Red Legion]]
*[[Red Legion]]
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*[[Warlord Conflict]] {{Mo}}
*[[Warlord Conflict]] {{Mo}}


|title-6=Vehicles, Equipment, and Technology|
|title-6=Vehicles, equipment, and technology|
*''[[The Almighty]]'' {{Mo}}
*''[[The Almighty]]'' {{Mo}}
*[[Cabal Carrier]]
*[[Cabal Carrier]]
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**''[[Barbatos Rex]]'' {{Fm}}
**''[[Barbatos Rex]]'' {{Fm}}
**''[[Eligos Lex V]]'' {{1st}}
**''[[Eligos Lex V]]'' {{1st}}
*[[Ghost Shells]]
*[[Ghost shell]]s
**[[Celestial Shell]] {{1st}}
**[[Celestial Shell]] {{1st}}
**[[Challenger Shell]] {{1st}}
**[[Challenger Shell]] {{1st}}
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**[[Halphas Electus]] {{1st}}
**[[Halphas Electus]] {{1st}}
*[[Jumpship]]
*[[Jumpship]]
**[[Celestial Kestral]] {{1st}}
**[[Celestial Kestrel]] {{1st}}
**[[The Frontrunner]] {{1st}}
**[[The Frontrunner]] {{1st}}
**[[Gigantes Carrier]] {{1st}}
**[[Gigantes Carrier]] {{1st}}
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*[[Traveler Cage]] {{Mo}}
*[[Traveler Cage]] {{Mo}}
*[[Tombship]] {{Mo}}
*[[Tombship]] {{Mo}}
*[[Vulture-class battle carrier]] {{Fm}}


|title-7=Weapons and Armor|
|title-7=Weapons and armor|
*[[Auto Rifle]]
*[[Auto Rifle]]
**[[Shadow Price]]
**[[Shadow Price]]
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*[[Cuirass of the Falling Star]] {{1st}}
*[[Cuirass of the Falling Star]] {{1st}}
*[[Felwinter's Helm]] {{Mo}}
*[[Felwinter's Helm]] {{Mo}}
*[[Fusion rifle]]
*[[Fusion Rifle]]
**[[Cartesian Coordinate]]
**[[Cartesian Coordinate]]
**[[Trinary System]] {{1st}}
**[[Trinary System]] {{1st}}
*[[Grenade launcher]]
*[[Grenade Launcher]]
**[[Salvager's Salvo]] {{1st}}
**[[Salvager's Salvo]] {{1st}}
*[[Hand cannon]]
*[[Hand Cannon]]
**[[Bottom Dollar]] {{1st}}
**[[Bottom Dollar]] {{1st}}
**[[Igneous Hammer]] {{1st}}
**[[Igneous Hammer]] {{1st}}
**[[The Palindrome]]
**[[The Palindrome]]
*[[Linear fusion rifle]]
*[[Linear Fusion Rifle]]
**[[Tarantula]]
**[[Tarantula]]
**[[Threaded Needle]] {{1st}}
**[[Threaded Needle]] {{1st}}
*[[Lion's Pride]] {{1st}}
*[[Lion's Pride]] {{1st}}
*[[Machine gun]]
*[[Machine Gun]]
**[[Exitus Mk.1]] {{1st}}
**[[Exitus Mk.1]] {{1st}}
**[[THE SWARM]]
**[[THE SWARM]]
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*[[Phoenix's Fire]] {{1st}}
*[[Phoenix's Fire]] {{1st}}
*[[Praefectus Suit]] {{1st}}
*[[Praefectus Suit]] {{1st}}
*[[Pulse rifle]]
*[[Pulse Rifle]]
**[[The Messenger]]
**[[The Messenger]]
**[[The Messenger (Adept)]]
**[[The Messenger (Adept)]]
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*[[Pyrrhic Ascent Suit (Titan)]] {{1st}}
*[[Pyrrhic Ascent Suit (Titan)]] {{1st}}
*[[Pyrrhic Ascent Suit (Warlock)]] {{1st}}
*[[Pyrrhic Ascent Suit (Warlock)]] {{1st}}
*[[Rocket launcher]]
*[[Rocket Launcher]]
**[[Code Duello]] {{1st}}
**[[Code Duello]] {{1st}}
**[[Royal Entry]] {{1st}}
**[[Royal Entry]] {{1st}}
*[[Scout rifle]]
*[[Scout Rifle]]
**[[Dead Man's Tale]] {{1st}}
**[[Dead Man's Tale]] {{1st}}
**[[Eternal Blazon]]
**[[Eternal Blazon]]
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**[[The Keening]] {{1st}}
**[[The Keening]] {{1st}}
*[[Slug Rifle]]
*[[Slug Rifle]]
*[[Sniper rifle]]
*[[Sniper Rifle]]
**[[Far Future]] {{1st}}
**[[Far Future]] {{1st}}
**[[Frozen Orbit]] {{1st}}
**[[Frozen Orbit]] {{1st}}
*[[Submachine gun]]
*[[Submachine Gun]]
**[[Extraordinary Rendition]] {{1st}}
**[[Extraordinary Rendition]] {{1st}}
**[[Multimach CCX]]
**[[Multimach CCX]]
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==Marketing==
==Marketing==
{{#widget:YouTube|id=_XlFBp_ZmyE|width=350px|caption= Destiny 2: Season of the Chosen Trailer}}
{{#widget:YouTube|id=_XlFBp_ZmyE|width=350px|caption= Destiny 2: Season of the Chosen Trailer}}
{{#widget:YouTube|id=E4tJxUxSTdY|width=350px|caption= Destiny 2: Season of the Chosen – Dead Man's Tale – Exotic Scout Rifle Trailer}}
{{#widget:YouTube|id=i2MfIzo03Ec|width=350px|caption= Destiny 2: Season of the Chosen – Season Pass Trailer}}
{{#widget:YouTube|id=i2MfIzo03Ec|width=350px|caption= Destiny 2: Season of the Chosen – Season Pass Trailer}}
{{#widget:YouTube|id=SZbpPwC6x-g|width=350px|caption= Destiny 2: Season of the Chosen - New Strike - Proving Grounds}}
{{#widget:YouTube|id=wIt2Wy6DDiQ|width=350px|caption= Destiny 2: Season of the Chosen - Season Pass Last Call}}
{{#widget:YouTube|id=8OSUVBTGyD4|width=350px|caption= Destiny 2 Cutscene Archive - Season of the Chosen (Season 13)}}


==Promotional Images==
==Promotional images==
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==References==
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==References==
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[[Category:Seasons]]
[[Category:Seasons]]

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Season of the Chosen
SotC.jpg

Start date:

February 9th, 2021

End date:

May 11th, 2021

Mode(s):

Battlegrounds

Previous season:

Season of the Hunt

Next season:

Season of the Splicer

 
“ I'll sharpen my gilded knife, and see you both on the battlefield. ”

Season of the Chosen was the thirteenth season of Destiny 2 and the second seasonal content of Beyond Light, which lasted from February 9th, 2021 to May 11th, 2021.

After their homeworld fell to the Hive under Xivu Arath, God of War, the Cabal under Empress Caiatl proposed an alliance with Commander Zavala and the Vanguard to purge the Hive from the Sol system, only for tensions to skyrocket as Caiatl demands their fealty and Guardians must engage her champions in ritualistic combat.

Description[edit]

Story: The New Empress

"With the Pyramids and Xivu Arath destabilizing the system, Empress Caiatl, leader of the Cabal and daughter of Calus, seeks an alliance. But when she demands Zavala's obedience, negotiations collapse, and Guardians must become the tip of the spear that strikes at her growing war council."

Welcome to the H.E.L.M.

"Designed as the ultimate Vanguard staging ground, the spaceport provides the resources Guardians need to face the most powerful of incursions. Here, the War Table has been set. Meet with Zavala, acquire the Hammer of Proving, and orchestrate an honorable victory."

Activity: Battlegrounds

"The fallout from the failed treaty has resulted in Cabal forces taking up arms on multiple destinations – prepared to defend the glory of the Empire. In this three-player matchmade activity, Guardians will engage in ritual combat against Caiatl's chosen warriors."

Vanguard Strikes

"Devils Lair
Find and destroy the single, exalted Servitor that sustains the Fallen House of Devils in the Cosmodrome."

"Fallen S.A.B.E.R.
Rush to the aid of the AI Warmind Rasputin as he broadcasts a plea for help across the system."

"Proving Grounds
The champions of humanity face the champions of the Cabal to determine the fate of the Last City."

Exotics & Gears: A Champion's Armory

"Exotic Quest: Dead Man's Tale
A strange transmission from deep space tempts you to pursue a dangerous bounty and reclaim the lost repeater. Will you accept?"

"Exotic Bow: Ticuu's Divination
This ancient recurve Bow charges multiple Solar arrows that can track several targets at once."

"Power Gathered: Weapons & Ornaments
A cache of new and reissued weapons to collect. Exotic, Legendary, ritual – over 25 weapons added to the loot pool."

"Power Unlocked: Umbral Engrams
Earn rewards by playing your way. Unlock the power of the new Prismatic Recaster and Focus Umbral Engrams into the rewards you desire."

"Seasonal Artifact: Bell of Conquests
Used to celebrate the triumphs of the warrior who carries it, the Bell of Conquests increases your Power every time it's upgraded. Unlock new Seasonal mods and customize your playstyle."

Rewards: Unlock the Season Pass

"Gear, XP, rewards! Get the Season Pass and instantly unlock the new Seasonal armor set and the new Solar Bow, Ticuu's Divination. You also get an XP boost that speeds up your Seasonal ranks and engram unlocks."[1]

Overview[edit]

This new season brings with it a new three-player matchmaking activity: Battlegrounds, in which the Guardians will challenge Caiatl's champions in ritual combat. This activity will be overseen from the H.E.L.M., a Vanguard staging ground in The Last City which will include a war table and an updated Umbral Decoder. The Guardian Games will also return this season as each class fights for the honor of proving themselves the best.[1]

Seasonal roadmap[edit]

ChosenRoadmap.jpg

  • Feb 9 – Behemoth and Hailstone Battlegrounds
  • Feb 9 – Devil's Lair and Fallen S.A.B.E.R. Strikes open
  • Feb 9 – H.E.L.M. comes online
  • Feb 9 – Stasis Aspect quests begin
  • Feb 12 – Trials begins: earn new armor, weapons and more
  • Feb 16 – Cleansing Battleground
  • Feb 23 – Oracle Battleground, Iron Banner
  • Mar 23 – Proving Grounds Strike opens for seasonal pass holders
  • Mar 23 – Iron Banner
  • Mar 30 – Proving Grounds Strike enters playlist for all players
  • Mar 30 – Proving Grounds Nightfall
  • Apr 13 – Iron Banner
  • Apr 20 – Guardian Games begin
  • May 7 – Guardian Games closing ceremony
  • May 9 – Guardian Games end

Features[edit]

New Story mission[edit]

New activity: Battlegrounds[edit]

New Strike[edit]

Remastered Strike[edit]

New Lore Books[edit]

New Exotics[edit]

Appearances[edit]

Characters

Guardians, Residents of the Last City, and their Allies
The Cabal Empire
The Fallen
The Hive
The Reef
Other Characters

Species

Organizations

Locations

Events

Vehicles, equipment, and technology

Weapons and armor

Miscellaneous

Marketing[edit]

Destiny 2: Season of the Chosen Trailer
Destiny 2: Season of the Chosen – Dead Man's Tale – Exotic Scout Rifle Trailer
Destiny 2: Season of the Chosen – Season Pass Trailer
Destiny 2: Season of the Chosen - New Strike - Proving Grounds
Destiny 2: Season of the Chosen - Season Pass Last Call
Destiny 2 Cutscene Archive - Season of the Chosen (Season 13)

Promotional images[edit]

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References[edit]

  1. ^ a b Bungie - Season of the Chosen webpage
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