Ghost: Difference between revisions

From Destinypedia, the Destiny wiki

No edit summary
No edit summary
Line 21: Line 21:


==Overview==
==Overview==
After the Collapse, the wounded Traveler deliberately shed many other pieces of itself. These pieces understood intuitively that they had a mission to raise a companion from the dead, their Chosen, and created mechanical shells for themselves to search with.<ref>'''Bungie (2018/9/4)''', ''[[Destiny 2]]: [[Forsaken (expansion)|Forsaken]] Playstation 4, Activision Blizzard, [[The We Before Us]]''</ref> Every Ghost that exists was created in that moment; they are otherwise irreplaceable.<ref name = "Ghosts>'''Bungie (2014-6-12)''', ''Destiny: Alpha PlayStation 4, Activision Blizzard, [[Grimoire]]: [[Grimoire:Guardian#Ghosts|Ghosts]]''</ref>
After the Collapse, the wounded Traveler deliberately shed many pieces of itself. These pieces understood intuitively that they had a mission to raise a companion from the dead, their Chosen, and created mechanical shells for themselves.<ref>'''Bungie (2018/9/4)''', ''[[Destiny 2]]: [[Forsaken (expansion)|Forsaken]] Playstation 4, Activision Blizzard, [[The We Before Us]]''</ref> Every Ghost that exists was created in that moment; they are otherwise irreplaceable.<ref name = "Ghosts>'''Bungie (2014-6-12)''', ''Destiny: Alpha PlayStation 4, Activision Blizzard, [[Grimoire]]: [[Grimoire:Guardian#Ghosts|Ghosts]]''</ref>


Every Ghost has a unique personality and identity, though not necessarily a name. This personality may be intended to complement that of the Chosen they're meant to eventually revive, <ref>'''Bungie (2018/9/4)''', ''[[Destiny 2]]: [[Forsaken (expansion)|Forsaken]] Playstation 4, Activision Blizzard, [[Compliments]]''</ref> and often they have a name coined by their Chosen<ref>'''Bungie (2018/9/4)''', ''[[Destiny 2]]: [[Forsaken (expansion)|Forsaken]] Playstation 4, Activision Blizzard, [[Don't Call Me Ghost]]''</ref> whilst others may take names they are given by others.
Every Ghost has a unique personality and identity, though not necessarily a name. This personality may be intended to complement that of the Chosen they're meant to eventually revive, <ref>'''Bungie (2018/9/4)''', ''[[Destiny 2]]: [[Forsaken (expansion)|Forsaken]] Playstation 4, Activision Blizzard, [[Compliments]]''</ref> and often they have a name coined by their Chosen<ref>'''Bungie (2018/9/4)''', ''[[Destiny 2]]: [[Forsaken (expansion)|Forsaken]] Playstation 4, Activision Blizzard, [[Don't Call Me Ghost]]''</ref> whilst others may take names they are given by others.
Line 27: Line 27:
When a Ghost revives their Chosen, they are bonded together from that point forward. A "neural symbiosis" begins between them. Every Ghost has one specific person they are meant to revive. For some, their Chosen is a sort of "soul mate" and they know instinctively when the right remains have been found; <ref>'''Bungie (2018/9/4)''', ''[[Destiny 2]]: [[Forsaken (expansion)|Forsaken]] Playstation 4, Activision Blizzard, [[Savin (Ghost Stories)]]''</ref> for others, they simply search until they find someone they feel is worthy of the Light or has a "spark".<ref>'''Bungie (2018/9/4)''', ''[[Destiny 2]]: [[Forsaken (expansion)|Forsaken]] Playstation 4, Activision Blizzard, [[Pressure]]''</ref><ref>'''Bungie (2018/9/4)''', ''[[Destiny 2]]: [[Forsaken (expansion)|Forsaken]] Playstation 4, Activision Blizzard, [[Confession of Hope | Part One]]''</ref> Many Ghosts have spent the time since the Collapse searching fruitlessly for their Chosen. In the worst case, their Chosen's corpse may be irretrievably destroyed before they could be revived, leaving the Ghost's quest eternally unfinished. <ref>'''Bungie (2018/9/4)''', ''[[Destiny 2]]: [[Forsaken (expansion)|Forsaken]] Playstation 4, Activision Blizzard, [[Into the Fray]]''</ref>
When a Ghost revives their Chosen, they are bonded together from that point forward. A "neural symbiosis" begins between them. Every Ghost has one specific person they are meant to revive. For some, their Chosen is a sort of "soul mate" and they know instinctively when the right remains have been found; <ref>'''Bungie (2018/9/4)''', ''[[Destiny 2]]: [[Forsaken (expansion)|Forsaken]] Playstation 4, Activision Blizzard, [[Savin (Ghost Stories)]]''</ref> for others, they simply search until they find someone they feel is worthy of the Light or has a "spark".<ref>'''Bungie (2018/9/4)''', ''[[Destiny 2]]: [[Forsaken (expansion)|Forsaken]] Playstation 4, Activision Blizzard, [[Pressure]]''</ref><ref>'''Bungie (2018/9/4)''', ''[[Destiny 2]]: [[Forsaken (expansion)|Forsaken]] Playstation 4, Activision Blizzard, [[Confession of Hope | Part One]]''</ref> Many Ghosts have spent the time since the Collapse searching fruitlessly for their Chosen. In the worst case, their Chosen's corpse may be irretrievably destroyed before they could be revived, leaving the Ghost's quest eternally unfinished. <ref>'''Bungie (2018/9/4)''', ''[[Destiny 2]]: [[Forsaken (expansion)|Forsaken]] Playstation 4, Activision Blizzard, [[Into the Fray]]''</ref>


Some Ghosts lose hope in ever finding their Chosen; these usually find some other way to make themselves useful, such as joining the [[Vanguard]]'s covert spectral network<ref>'''Bungie (2018/9/4)''', ''[[Destiny 2]]: [[Forsaken (expansion)|Forsaken]] Playstation 4, Activision Blizzard, [[The Watchful Eye]]''</ref>, where they act as scouts and spies for the Vanguard. Ghosts that never find their Chosen may be referred to as "unconnected" or "unpartnered".
Some Ghosts lose hope in ever finding their Chosen; these usually find some other way to make themselves useful, such as joining the [[Vanguard]]'s covert [[spectral network]]<ref>'''Bungie (2018/9/4)''', ''[[Destiny 2]]: [[Forsaken (expansion)|Forsaken]] Playstation 4, Activision Blizzard, [[The Watchful Eye]]''</ref>, where they act as scouts and spies for the Vanguard. Ghosts that never find their Chosen may be referred to as "unconnected" or "unpartnered".


On revival, the Ghost's Chosen becomes a Light-bearing Guardian. Once a Ghost chooses, they can revive no one else.<ref>'''Bungie (2018/9/4)''', ''[[Destiny 2]]: [[Forsaken (expansion)|Forsaken]] Playstation 4, Activision Blizzard, [[Confession of Hope | Part Two]]''</ref> It is possible for a Ghost to bond to someone other than their original Chosen, as with [[Shin Malphur]], though that case required special circumstances.  
On revival, the Ghost's Chosen becomes a Light-bearing Guardian. Once a Ghost chooses, they can revive no one else.<ref>'''Bungie (2018/9/4)''', ''[[Destiny 2]]: [[Forsaken (expansion)|Forsaken]] Playstation 4, Activision Blizzard, [[Confession of Hope | Part Two]]''</ref> It is possible for a Ghost to bond to someone other than their original Chosen, as with [[Shin Malphur]], though that case required special circumstances.  


[[Destiny 2]] reveals that Ghosts enter a temporary catatonic state when the [[Light]] is cut off from them. Much like their Guardians, the Lightless Ghosts are severely weakened and damaged. Worse, should the Guardians be killed, then they will be unable to resurrect them. Fortunately, at least one Guardian was able to regain their Light from a broken shard of the Traveler in the [[European Dead Zone]].
[[Destiny 2]] reveals that Ghosts enter a temporary catatonic state when the [[Light]] is cut off from them. Much like their Guardians, the Lightless Ghosts are severely weakened and damaged. Worse, should the Guardians be killed, then they will be unable to resurrect them. Fortunately, at least one Guardian was able to regain their Light from a broken shard of the Traveler in the [[European Dead Zone]].
Ghosts are apparently resistant to damage from most weaponry, but can be destroyed by certain weapons or ammunition imbued with paracausal properties, such as [[Devourer Bullet]]s<ref>[https://www.bungie.net/en/News/Article/47656 Narrative Preview - The Murder of Cayde-6]</ref>.


An unknown number of Ghosts continue to search for their Guardians; there are recorded instances of Guardians being revived after the conclusion of the [[Red War]].{{Citation needed}}
An unknown number of Ghosts continue to search for their Guardians; there are recorded instances of Guardians being revived after the conclusion of the [[Red War]].{{Citation needed}}

Revision as of 22:59, March 4, 2019

"I don't have time to explain why I don't have time to explain."
This article has new content coming soon from Destiny 2 and may not be complete, confirmed, or correct. Please update it as soon as any relevant and accurate material is available. Editors must cite sources for all contributions to this article. Edits that do not follow this standard will be reverted without notice. For more information, see the Citation policy.
This article is about the Ghosts created by the Traveler. For The Guardian's Ghost, see Ghost (Little Light).
Ghost
Destiny-GhostConstruct.png
Overview

Homeworld:

Earth

Goals:

Find, resurrect, and protect their Guardians

Average lifespan:

Immortal

 

"In its dying breath, the Traveler created the Ghosts...To seek out those who can wield its Light as a weapon. Guardians, to protect us, and do what the Traveler itself no longer can."
— The Speaker

A Ghost is a sapient robotic drone created by the Traveler shortly after the Collapse with the purpose of locating, resurrecting, and supporting an individual capable of wielding the Light.

Overview

After the Collapse, the wounded Traveler deliberately shed many pieces of itself. These pieces understood intuitively that they had a mission to raise a companion from the dead, their Chosen, and created mechanical shells for themselves.[1] Every Ghost that exists was created in that moment; they are otherwise irreplaceable.[2]

Every Ghost has a unique personality and identity, though not necessarily a name. This personality may be intended to complement that of the Chosen they're meant to eventually revive, [3] and often they have a name coined by their Chosen[4] whilst others may take names they are given by others.

When a Ghost revives their Chosen, they are bonded together from that point forward. A "neural symbiosis" begins between them. Every Ghost has one specific person they are meant to revive. For some, their Chosen is a sort of "soul mate" and they know instinctively when the right remains have been found; [5] for others, they simply search until they find someone they feel is worthy of the Light or has a "spark".[6][7] Many Ghosts have spent the time since the Collapse searching fruitlessly for their Chosen. In the worst case, their Chosen's corpse may be irretrievably destroyed before they could be revived, leaving the Ghost's quest eternally unfinished. [8]

Some Ghosts lose hope in ever finding their Chosen; these usually find some other way to make themselves useful, such as joining the Vanguard's covert spectral network[9], where they act as scouts and spies for the Vanguard. Ghosts that never find their Chosen may be referred to as "unconnected" or "unpartnered".

On revival, the Ghost's Chosen becomes a Light-bearing Guardian. Once a Ghost chooses, they can revive no one else.[10] It is possible for a Ghost to bond to someone other than their original Chosen, as with Shin Malphur, though that case required special circumstances.

Destiny 2 reveals that Ghosts enter a temporary catatonic state when the Light is cut off from them. Much like their Guardians, the Lightless Ghosts are severely weakened and damaged. Worse, should the Guardians be killed, then they will be unable to resurrect them. Fortunately, at least one Guardian was able to regain their Light from a broken shard of the Traveler in the European Dead Zone.

Ghosts are apparently resistant to damage from most weaponry, but can be destroyed by certain weapons or ammunition imbued with paracausal properties, such as Devourer Bullets[11].

An unknown number of Ghosts continue to search for their Guardians; there are recorded instances of Guardians being revived after the conclusion of the Red War.[citation needed]

Function

For a Guardian, their Ghost serves as a companion, scout, librarian, and mechanic, waking ancient machinery and cracking ancient codes.[2] Ghosts can support Guardians by performing certain actions such as illuminating darkened areas, repairing technology from the Golden Age, informing Guardians of incoming hostile threats,[12] and providing communications.[13] Most importantly, Ghosts may revive Guardians from death. As long as the Ghost survives, and barring special circumstances, Guardians are effectively immortal and may be resurrected fully intact from any death without consequences. The death does not have to be immediate, nor do they have to be revived in the same place they died. [14] Ghosts may also repair any injury a Guardian suffers in a matter of seconds.

Ghosts have no special control over their Guardians' actions, other than potentially withholding the resurrection of a Guardian who becomes dangerously erratic or monstrous. [15][16]

Gameplay

Ghosts serve the important function of a narrative device, acting as a vehicle for important tasks such as informing players of new objectives, and also serve as a revive/respawn marker when a player's character dies during cooperative play.[12] Ghosts notify players when another player/Guardian has left the area or is revived. A Ghost can assist to more quickly revive another fallen player by holding the X button on the Xbox 360/One, the square button on the PlayStation 3/4, or the E key on PC. This can only be done in close proximity to a fallen player's death location, marked by his Ghost. On occasion, while on missions, certain objects must be scanned either to progress the narrative provide additional context to the Guardian, which is visually represented as the Ghost flying out and scanning the object of interest. For example, scanning a dead Cabal on Phobos will have Ghost describe what legion it's from.

Ghost Shells

For more information, see Ghost Shells.

Ghost shells change the appearance of Ghosts. The Taken King adds defensive boosts and additional effects to ghost shells. Rare shells have a single perk, while legendary shells have several to choose from. Shells can be purchased from The Speaker, the Vanguards, or Lord Shaxx.[17] As of Rise of Iron, Ghost shells marked with New Monarchy, Dead Orbit, or Future War Cult colors and symbols can be bought from faction representives.

Known Ghosts

Ghosts without listed Guardians are not known to have one, either stated outright or simply never mentioned.

Quotes

  • "This is some great data here. I wonder if Ikora gives hugs to Ghosts. Heheh... anyways, nice work."[18]
  • "Don't do that."—says this after the Guardian jokingly copies what the Exo Stranger had said in an encounter that just happened.
  • "Every Ghost is born knowing that we have to find our Guardian. We don't know what they look like. Not on the outside, anyway. On the inside, I'd always known who you were. And that together, we could be something more. When you think think about everything we've seen, everything we've done, I feel like... I made the right choice. [...] Thanks - you know - for being my Guardian."—at the end of We Found a Gun Quest
  • "You know it's starting to concern me how seldom you talk. We've been through a lot together, the neural symbiosis is pretty far progressed, but you'd be surprised how little I understand what you're thinking."[19]
  • "I don't think I ever told you this, but Saint-14 was one of the first Guardians I ever met, even before I found you. I always hoped you would turn out like him. I wasn't disappointed. You were a good friend Saint. Goodbye."—at the end of the Not Even the Darkness Mercury World Quest[20]

Trivia

Destiny-symbol-black.png Browse more images on this article's gallery page.
  • Ghosts were sometimes called "Dinklebots" by players, as a nod to Peter Dinklage,[21] who provided their voice in the game. As of The Taken King, Nolan North replaced Dinklage as Ghost's voice actor and redubbed lines from the original Destiny game.[22] Players have started to call this new Ghost "Nolandroid", though Nolan North himself prefers "Nolanbot".[23]
  • It was indicated pre-release that players need certain equipment before having access to a Ghost.[24] This is currently not the case, as the Ghost is present with the player from the start of the game in current builds (having revived them).[25]
  • Holding out a Ghost in some sections of the Moon opens doors. However, they are pitch black inside.
  • Ghosts may be deactivated and revived.[26]
  • The Ghost's saying "We always visit such cheerful places" is a possible reference to Cortana's line in Halo 2 on the level Delta Halo, saying: "We always visit such nice places".
  • Dead Ghosts can be found in the game world which, upon revival, unlock new Grimoire cards.
  • According to an advertisement for Destiny, Ghosts existed during the Golden Age.[27] This is likely an error as all other sources have stated that Ghosts were created by the Traveler after the Golden Age.
  • The Ghost was depicted as taking part in the Ice Bucket Challenge in a short video by Bungie, which donated to the campaign.[28]

Gallery

  • Concept art of the Ghost.

    Concept art of the Ghost.

  • More concept art of the Ghost.

    More concept art of the Ghost.

  • Ghost character sheet.

    Ghost character sheet.

  • In-game view of the Ghost Frontier Shell available from the Destiny Ghost Edition and the Destiny Limited Edition.

    In-game view of the Ghost Frontier Shell available from the Destiny Ghost Edition and the Destiny Limited Edition.

  • Extracted view of the Frontier Ghost Shell.

    Extracted view of the Frontier Ghost Shell.

  • One of the Ghost Shells that debuted in The Taken King.

    One of the Ghost Shells that debuted in The Taken King.

  • The Ghost replica that is included with the Destiny Ghost Edition.

    The Ghost replica that is included with the Destiny Ghost Edition.

  • Concept art of a Warlock with a Ghost.

    Concept art of a Warlock with a Ghost.

  • A close up to the Ghost.

    A close up to the Ghost.

  • A Ghost with a Warlock.

    A Ghost with a Warlock.

  • Guardians being led by a Ghost.

    Guardians being led by a Ghost.

  • A ghost lighting up an area.

    A ghost lighting up an area.

  • Player reviving a defeated Guardian, whose last position is marked by their Ghost.

    Player reviving a defeated Guardian, whose last position is marked by their Ghost.

  • A Ghost being deployed.

    A Ghost being deployed.

  • A Ghost floating in a Guardian's hand.

    A Ghost floating in a Guardian's hand.

  • A Ghost scanning a Fallen device.

    A Ghost scanning a Fallen device.

List of appearances

References

  1. ^ Bungie (2018/9/4), Destiny 2: Forsaken Playstation 4, Activision Blizzard, The We Before Us
  2. ^ a b Bungie (2014-6-12), Destiny: Alpha PlayStation 4, Activision Blizzard, Grimoire: Ghosts
  3. ^ Bungie (2018/9/4), Destiny 2: Forsaken Playstation 4, Activision Blizzard, Compliments
  4. ^ Bungie (2018/9/4), Destiny 2: Forsaken Playstation 4, Activision Blizzard, Don't Call Me Ghost
  5. ^ Bungie (2018/9/4), Destiny 2: Forsaken Playstation 4, Activision Blizzard, Savin (Ghost Stories)
  6. ^ Bungie (2018/9/4), Destiny 2: Forsaken Playstation 4, Activision Blizzard, Pressure
  7. ^ Bungie (2018/9/4), Destiny 2: Forsaken Playstation 4, Activision Blizzard, Part One
  8. ^ Bungie (2018/9/4), Destiny 2: Forsaken Playstation 4, Activision Blizzard, Into the Fray
  9. ^ Bungie (2018/9/4), Destiny 2: Forsaken Playstation 4, Activision Blizzard, The Watchful Eye
  10. ^ Bungie (2018/9/4), Destiny 2: Forsaken Playstation 4, Activision Blizzard, Part Two
  11. ^ Narrative Preview - The Murder of Cayde-6
  12. ^ a b Eurogamer - PS4 E3 2013 Sony Conference
  13. ^ Bungie (2014-7-17), Destiny: Beta PlayStation 4, Activision Blizzard, Calcutta-LR2A Weapon Description
  14. ^ Bungie (2018/9/4), Destiny 2: Forsaken Playstation 4, Activision Blizzard, No Rez for the Weary
  15. ^ Bungie (2018/9/4), Destiny 2: Forsaken Playstation 4, Activision Blizzard, The Chosen's Choice
  16. ^ Bungie (2018/9/4), Destiny 2: Forsaken Playstation 4, Activision Blizzard, Whether Windmills or Cranes
  17. ^ Planet Destiny: Vault Space Increased, Infusion, & Swords!
  18. ^ Youtube: "I wonder if Ikora hugs Ghosts"
  19. ^ YouTube - Cayde's Stash: New Dialogue?
  20. ^ Youtube - Destiny 2 Curse of Osiris Secret Saint-14 Quest Line and Ending
  21. ^ Gameranx: Destiny to Feature the Voice Talents of Peter Dinklage A.K.A. Tyrion Lannister
  22. ^ Planet Destiny: Expanding & Leaving the Old Behind
  23. ^ YouTube - Eurogamer: We ask Destiny's Nolan North: Is it Northbot or Nolandroid?
  24. ^ Bungie.net: The Storm and the Mail Sack
  25. ^ Bungie (2014-7-17), Destiny: Beta PlayStation 4, Activision Blizzard.
  26. ^ Destiny the Game: Game Master July 2014 Destiny Cover Issue & PlayStation UK Magazine June 2014 Destiny Hands-on: Breakdown
  27. ^ EB World - The New Frontier awaits
  28. ^ YouTube - That Bucket Came From the Moon
Retrieved from "https://www.destinypedia.com/index.php?title=Ghost&oldid=93675"