Season of the Hunt

Season of the Hunt
Start date:	November 10th, 2020
End date:	February 9th, 2021
Mode(s):	Wrathborn Hunts
Previous season:	Season of Arrivals
Next season:	Season of the Chosen

“

I know how accomplished you are at exacting revenge.

”

Season of the Hunt is the twelfth season of Destiny 2 and the flagship season of Beyond Light, occurring from November 10th, 2020 until February 9th, 2021. It kicked off the launch of the expansion and began its first seasonal launch on November 17th, 2020.

In the aftermath of the arrival of the Black Fleet and the on-going fight against the House of Salvation on Europa, the Hive god Xivu Arath makes her move upon the Sol System and sends her High Celebrant to raise an army of Wrathborn in the Reef. Now Guardians must hunt down the Wrathborn and kill the High Celebrant with the aid of Osiris, The Spider and a renegade Lightbearer known only as The Crow.

Description

Story: Rise Of A Hive God

"Entire planets have vanished. In the chaos that follows, Xivu Arath, the Hive God of War boldly moves to seize power. If left unchecked, she threatens a solar system already in turmoil. While investigating the growing threat, Osiris finds himself in need of help. Fortunately, a new – and yet familiar – ally known as the Crow joins you in the rescue..."

Activities: The Hunt Begins

"Hive shrines are appearing throughout the system. The Spider has felt the effect of this disturbance and wants to strike a bargain. Work with him and the Crow to build a device that will draw Xivu Arath's lieutenants out of hiding. Once constructed, upgrade your Lure, snare your prey, and challenge the Hive god."

Exotics & Gear: Bare Your Fangs

"Exotic Quest: Hawkmoon
Let loose thy talons upon the Darkness. Hawkmoon returns and your quest begins"

"Seasonal Artifact: Fang of Xivu Arath
Pulled from the jaws of a Hive God, the Fang of Xivu Arath increases your Power every time it's upgraded. Unlock new Seasonal mods and choose new ways to customize your playstyle."

"Exotic Shotgun: Duality
Calmly aim down the sights or fire wildly from the hip. Unlock the true potential of this new Exotic Shotgun by embracing its duality."

Rewards: Season Pass

"Gear, XP, rewards! Get the Season Pass and instantly unlock the new Seasonal armor set and new Exotic Shotgun, Duality. You also get an XP boost that speeds up your Seasonal ranks and engram unlocks."

Overview

Guardians use Crow's device, known as the Cryptolith Lure, to draw out Fallen and Hive corrupted by Xivu Arath into an army known as Wrathborn. They use the lures to draw out Wrathborn, hunt them to their lairs, and kill powerful Wrathborn that are summoned after their death.

Official illustration for the season.

Appearances

Characters Guardians, Residents of the Last City, and their Allies The Ghost The Guardian Glint Osiris Sagira (Mentioned only) Uldren Sov The Fallen The Spider HKD-1, Instrument of Xivu Arath (First appearance) Savek, Betrayer for Xivu Arath (First appearance) Kosis (First mentioned) The Hive Ayriax (First mentioned) Dul Arath, Retainer of Xivu Arath (First appearance) High Celebrant of Xivu Arath (First appearance) Kinox (Mentioned only) Savathûn, the Witch Queen (Mentioned only) Ulg'Urin (First mentioned) Voshyr (Mentioned only) Xillox, Oppression of Xivu Arath (First appearance) Xivu Arath, God of War (Mentioned only) Yishra (First mentioned) Species Awoken Exo Fallen Human Hive Organizations Spider's Syndicate Vanguard Xivu Arath's Horde Locations Tangled Shore Dreaming City Moon

Events Vehicles, equipment, and technology Ghost Jumpship Sparrow Weapons and armor Auto Rifles The Summoner (Adept) (Legendary) Fusion Rifles Exile's Curse (Adept) (Legendary) (First appearance) Hand Cannons Hawkmoon (Exotic) Grenade Launchers Blast Battue (Legendary) (First appearance) Linear Fusion Rifles Corsair's Wrath (Legendary) (First appearance) Rocket Launchers Tomorrow's Answer (Adept) (Legendary) (First appearance) Scout Rifles Royal Chase (Legendary) (First appearance) The Scholar (Adept) (Legendary) Shotguns Astral Horizon (Adept) (Legendary) (First appearance) Duality (Exotic) (First appearance) Sniper Rifles Eye of Sol (Adept) (Legendary) (First appearance) Submachine Guns Friction Fire (Legendary) (First appearance) Miscellaneous

Marketing

Destiny 2: Beyond Light - Season of the Hunt Trailer

Destiny 2: Beyond Light - Season of the Hunt - Season Pass Trailer

Destiny 2: Beyond Light - Hawkmoon Trailer

Destiny 2: Beyond Light - Hawkmoon Catalyst - Harbinger Activity

Destiny 2 Cutscene Archive: Season of the Hunt (Season 12)

Trivia

• It was originally scheduled for release on September 22nd, 2020 (the same day Beyond Light would've launched); however, it got delayed to November.