Lightfall (quest)

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Lightfall
Game:	Destiny 2: Lightfall
Quest giver:	Nimbus

Lightfall is the main quest line for the expansion of the same name.

Steps

"And my vanquisher will read that book, seeking the weapon, and they will come to understand me, where I have been and where I was going."The following is a verbatim transcription of an official document for archival reasons. As the original content is transcribed word-for-word, any possible discrepancies and/or errors are included.

Step i

Complete the "First Contact" mission.

Note

See First Contact for a transcript of the mission.

Step ii

Meet the Cloud Strider.

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• Nimbus: So… you're the Lightbearer. Huh. Look, I'm not gonna claim my, uh, "mind's eye" is anything special. But you hear "Earth's immortal Warlords" growing up, and you think, like… round shields and bushy eyebrows. And here you come, zipping around, smacking bad guys with green stringy stuff! I mean, that was — heh, I've never seen anything like it! Anyway, enough about you. I'm Nimbus. I'm the rookie Cloud Strider here in Neomuna. The Cloud Striders have kept this city safe for generations… sans Guardians. But seems like we got lots of similar goals. Or at least… similar enemies. Rohan asked me to be your guiding light for the time being. I'd do pretty much anything to keep the Veil, and the people of Neomuna, safe. But when I took my oath, I didn't think I'd be babysitting. [chuckles] Then again, mind's eye, not great. Now, you know the Veil's in danger, I know where those big guys are headed. So let's go do some hero stuff.

Nimbus introduces themself as the "Rookie Cloud Strider" in Neomuna. Nimbus, their superior, Rohan, and the long line of Cloud Striders who came before them have been keeping the city and its citizens safe for a long time sans-Guardians. Nimbus isn't sure what Guardians can bring to the table now, but it seems Neomuna and the Vanguard have similar enemies. It can't hurt to work together, right?

Complete the mission "Under Siege" in Neomuna.

Step 1

Osiris wants to speak with you.

• Go see Osiris in the Hall of Heroes.
  • Osiris visited

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• Osiris: My vision was true. Even after years of speculation, no one guessed the Ishtar Collective made it here… let alone built a city we couldn't find. As for Calus, his grip on this city remains strong, but it appears these "Cloud Striders" are keeping him at bay. For the time being, at least. His pursuit of this object, the Veil, is of dire importance. If he gets to it first… Urgency is key, Guardian. We cannot fail.

Step 2

Rohan would like to talk to you.

• Go see Rohan in the Hall of Heroes.
  • Rohan visited

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• Rohan: You Earthlings know how to make an entrance, don't you? I'm Rohan, Cloud Strider, protector of the city of Neomuna. Welcome to Neptune, Lightbearer. Never thought I'd say that. I always figured if Lightbearers came here, I'd be fighting them off. Lucky for both of us, we're on the same side. In any case, I hope we can find common ground… or at least, common enemies.

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Note

The following dialogue can be accessed by interacting with the monitor behind Rohan:

• Jisu Calerondo: With Neomuna Civil News, I'm Jisu Calerondo. Accounts across the city indicate the conflict between the Earth Warlords and the invading Cabal Empire has advanced to our fair city. The Vex have taken advantage of the chaos to encroach on the western front, transforming our plazas into an active warzone. All citizens are promoted to active defense duties, effective immediately. Repeat: all citizens are promoted to active defense duties. Stay tuned to Neomuna Civil News for updates.

Step 3

Race against time and stop Calus from reaching the Veil.

• Complete the "Under Siege" mission.
  • Mission completed

Note

See Under Siege for a transcript of the mission.

Step 4

Talk to Nimbus about what's transpired.

• Go see Nimbus.
  • Nimbus visited

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• Nimbus: So… the Veil's safe, for now. I don't have an Earth Warlord translation for this, so, um, stick with me. If Calus uses whatever that Radial thingy is and somehow destroys the Veil, well… It's tied directly to our CloudArk and literally all Neomuni. I don't think you need a Warlord translation for why that's bad. From the sound of it, your buddy there, Osiris, wants to go in guns a-blazin; which, hey, I fully support. But the old man — the, uh, other old man — my old man. Not literally, but, you know. Between you and me, he isn't sure it's the right call. But don't worry, though. I reminded him you Guardians are the experts here. You've been dealing with this whole Witness thing a lot longer than we have. It's okay if we lean back and try a little trust fall. If you drop us, it might be my funeral, but whatever, it'll be fun!

Calus beat us to the Veil and secured it on behalf of the Witness. Luckily, its containment infrastructure should delay their efforts, at least for a little while. Based on Ghost's strange experience, it appears Calus intends to use a device called the Radial Mast to link the Veil with the Traveler.

Whatever the Witness wants, this can't be good. With Calus's forces focused on the Veil containment, Osiris wants us to hit Calus's fortress directly and take out this Radial Mast before it is moved closer to the Veil. Even despite Rohan's concerns.

Nimbus recommends you check in with Rohan and Osiris at the Hall of Heroes before moving on to mission "Downfall."

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Note

The following dialogue can be accessed by interacting with Osiris at the Hall of Heroes:

• Osiris: So far, this city is more advanced than I could have ever anticipated. This CloudArk they've constructed fascinates me. It appears to function with the assistance of the Veil somehow. To willingly give up control of your physical body. It's an intriguing concept to exist primarily in a virtual space.

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Note

The following dialogue can be accessed by interacting with Rohan at the Hall of Heroes:

• Rohan: Nimbus gave me their report about your attempt to reach our Veil. Don't let it get you down. This is a marathon, not a sprint. I've been a Cloud Strider for almost 10 years. When our decade's up, we die. Our bodies can't handle so much augmentation. I took on this mantle to protect the people of Neomuna, knowing it would kill me. I've only got one life to give, and it's almost up. I need to take care of the Shadow Legion for Nimbus. Lighten the load. I still have so much to teach them. They're aren't ready. Not yet. But sometimes, they're the one teaching me… a lesson I think Osiris could stand to learn. Look after him; he needs it.

Step 5

Enter Typhon Imperator to find and destroy the Darkness relay.

• Complete the "Downfall" mission.
  • Mission completed

Note

See Downfall for a transcript of the mission.

Step 6

That last mission was a close call. Regroup with Osiris and find a new plan.

• Go see Osiris in the Hall of Heroes.
  • Osiris visited

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• Saint-14: Empress Caiatl's forces will help push back Calus's advances.

• Osiris: We've done nothing but waste time!

• Saint-14: I understand... but I cannot lose you again in your eagerness to fight. It is not the same as before.

• Osiris: I am contemplating your most recent… outburst with Strand to see if there are opportunities for improvement.

• Ghost: It was out of control; we did the best we could.

• Osiris: We need to do better! We don't know what Calus and the Witness want, but if it will have an effect on us all… I — I can't allow that to happen. I must ponder more on these "strands". You should consult with the Cloud Striders to consider what our next steps could be.

• Ghost: Osiris…

• Osiris: I'm fine, Ghost. I'll be fine. Go on.

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Note

The following dialogue can be accessed by interacting with the monitor behind Rohan:

• Nimbus: Hey, uh, I have a message here from your Vanguard's "Commander Zavala" asking about you.

• Osiris: He's probably attempting to "check in" on my "physical and psychological status."

• Nimbus: He do that kind of thing often?

• Osiris: He and Saint and Ikora are… concerned for my safety. As if no longer carrying the Light as I did has transformed me instantly into a fragile elder.

• Nimbus: Sounds like they care about ya, old bird. It's sure rough to be stuck with supportive friends, huh?

• Osiris: I imagine, from your perspective, I must seem terribly ungrateful.

• Nimbus: You know, when I first got the full set of mods, I was making friends with the ground every five minutes. Takes a second to find your balance sometimes.

• Osiris: So it does. I… appreciate the reminder.

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Note

The following dialogue can be accessed by interacting with Caiatl at the Hall of Heroes:

• Caiatl: These are precarious times. I came to see an end to Calus once and for all. But — and I say this with considerable restraint — we are not ready. I've witnessed a great many patriarch of the Cabal Empire poisoned by obsession: Ghaul with the Light, Calus with the Darkness. I worry for Osiris. Recklessness can manifest into obsession. He must rein in his tempestuousness to hope to defeat Calus. "So in war, the way is to avoid what is strong, and strike at what is weak."

Step 7

Osiris has a plan, but speak with Nimbus to find out what they think.

• Go see Nimbus.
  • Nimbus visited

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• Nimbus: That Caiatl… phew. She's something else, huh? Well, look, I was rooting for us, really, I was. There's no greater joy for me than doing something Rohan would call… "incredibly reckless." He'll shake his head and say his little catchphrase: [mimics Rohan's voice] "Nimbus! Headlong and empty-handed." I'm sure you heard it. It's shorthand for "Hey, kid, stop trying to do it all yourself. We're partners for a reason!" And if I screw up and things go south, well, we'll fix 'em together. The CloudArk is still vulnerable. If we can cycle the power, a hard reset like that should kick things back into gear. It's just… this "hard reset" is deep in Vex territory, and that's where you come in. Osiris and Rohan can go process their differences over some fermented tea or whatever. We're off to go protect the people of Neomuna.

Nimbus is bummed about the outcome of the last mission—they were really rooting for you. They sympathize by recounting Rohan's little catchphrase for such an occasion: "Headlong and empty-handed," explaining that it's okay to stop trying to do it all yourself; we're in this together. We'll fix this.

Whatever the Witness wants from the Veil clearly involves using the Radial Mast to create some sort of… link? So the threat remains high. But right now, the CloudArk—Neomuna's virtual infrastructure built on the Veil's power—needs our help. "I'm sure you've seen the virtual citizens milling about the city. You see… nah, you know what, I'll explain details on the way. Point is, to protect the Veil, we need to protect the CloudArk." Your direct assault on Calus failed. Time to try a different approach.

Nimbus recommends you check in with Rohan and Osiris at the Hall of Heroes before moving on to mission "Breakneck."

Step 8

Secure the CloudArk from the Vex incursions.

• Complete the "Breakneck" mission.
  • Mission completed

Step 9

Nimbus will be pleased with your success rebooting the CloudArk.

• Go see Nimbus.
  • Nimbus visited

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• Nimbus: I talked with Osiris. Y'know, he gives off uptight-museum volunteer vibes, but he's a nice guy when you catch him one-on-one. He got me thinking, which is a compliment I can give VERY few people. There's a place nearby you two might find useful for your Strand stuff. I'll get you the coordinates. Speaking of compliments — ha! You. You never fail to amaze me, you know that? Everything that's come at us, you're just like BAM, PEW PEW, KACHOW! And suddenly, whatever's comin' at us, ain't comin' at us anymore! And you just keep doing it. Like it's nothin'. Wow. The first time Rohan told me I did a good job, I'd given up hoping for it, and by the time I got it, I didn't need it. In hindsight, I think he did that on purpose, but whatever, I promised myself I'd do it different when I too over. The old man might think compliments go straight to your head. But if that helps you Strand-ify, and us take down Calus, by all means, let it go to your head, shoulders, knees, and toes.

You power-cycled the CloudArk—the tech built off the Veil that keeps all Neomuni citizens linked in their virtual infrastructure. With the CloudArk back online, they'll be able to contribute more to resisting Calus's assault on their city. Your recent success with Strand has Osiris and Nimbus thinking it's worth exploring further, as another potential advantage over Calus. You're still not ready for a head-on assault but, maybe with Strand, you can be.

After a pleasant chat with Osiris, Nimbus was reminded of a place that you and the Old Bird might find useful for mastering Strand. Before they hand you the coordinates, they take a moment to tell you just how much you amaze them. It took Rohan a while to give Nimbus their first compliment on the job, and they made a promise that they'd do it differently when they took over. The old man might think compliments go to your head, but Nimbus sees nothing but good in appreciating people when they deserve it.

Nimbus recommends you check in with Rohan and Osiris at the Hall of Heroes before moving on to mission "On The Verge."

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Note

The following dialogue can be accessed by interacting with Osiris at the Hall of Heroes:

• Osiris: Upon first glance, this new power appears unstable and chaotic. But I wonder if that's based on our approach: too much, too fast. These… "pouka" creatures are curious ones. They appear semi-organic, but Nimbus claims they're a form of artificial intelligence. A fascinating — albeit odd — being, nonetheless. Their attraction to this paracausal power seems… instinctual. They flow in and around it effortlessly. And very clingy.

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Note

The following dialogue can be accessed by interacting with Rohan at the Hall of Heroes:

• Rohan: When I first realized you were from Earth, I remembered the stories. Immortal, Lightbearing warriors chosen by the Traveler. Like figures out of myth. But what do myths care about ordinary people? I imagined Warlords conquering Neomuna. Or gods crushing us underfoot. I was wrong. Now, when I see you... I see a comrade-in-arms. Someone who will stand with me to defend Neomuna and its people. I see a Guardian.

Step 10

• Complete the "On the Verge" mission.
  • Mission completed

Step 11

• Complete the "No Time Left" mission.
  • Mission completed

Step 12

• Go see Nimbus.
  • Nimbus visited

Step 13

• Complete the "HyperNet Current" strike.
  • Strike completed

Step 14

• Go see Nimbus.
  • Nimbus visited

Step 15

• Complete the "Headlong" mission.
  • Mission completed

Step 16

• Complete the "Desperate Measures" mission.
  • Mission completed

Step 17

• Go see Zavala in the Tower.
  • Zavala visited

Step 18

• Go see Ikora in the Tower.
  • Ikora visited

Step 19

• Go to the Hall of Heroes and meditate to receive your Strand subclass.
  • Centering

Step 20

• You have made a breakthrough in your journey of mastering Strand. Strand subclasses are now available to equip at any time. You can also purchase an Aspect from the Pouka Pond in the Hall of Heroes on Neptune.
  • Aspect purchased

Step 21

• Go see Nimbus.
  • Nimbus visited

Appearance

• Destiny 2: Lightfall (First appearance)