Drifter

"I don't have time to explain why I don't have time to explain."
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This article is about the Gambit host. For the Crucible map, see The Drifter.

Drifter
Biographical information
Homeworld:	Earth
Species:	Human
Gender:	Male
Political and military information
Rank:	Gambit Handler
Class:	Gunslinger
Notable info:	Host of Gambit

"Let's see what we've got!"

— The Drifter

The Drifter is a Light-bearer who hosts Gambit and acts as a vendor for Gambit related items. He is found in his ship that you spawn at within the beginning of a Gambit match. He is a traveler that has explored the far reaches of the Solar System, collecting machines, gadgets, and trinkets along the way.

Biography

The Drifter is a relatively mysterious Light-bearer and wanderer that appeared a year after the Red War, riding in a gigantic asteroid-carrying ship. He began to host Gambit, an unsanctioned spin-off of the Crucible for Guardians, where they compete against both themselves and alien enemies. He appears to be well-versed with the Darkness, based off of comments made by him during Gambit matches.

The Drifter also provides tactical support during the strike against The Mad Warden within the Prison of Elders.

Quotes

• "Cayde's dead, and I need more guns, one step forward, one step back."
• "Let's see what we've got!"
• "Embrace the Darkness."
• "Why is that idiot always yelling? He should go into the Crucible."
• "I know the Vanguard know about that maintenance frame, so what are they waiting for?"
• "All the tech I use in Gambit I built. Kit-bashed, mostly."
• "Motes go in the bank, got it? And I'll make sure you get paid."
• "How about some Gambit? You're just standing there."
• "Sometimes I forget you've killed a Hive god or two.

Personality and Traits

The Drifter is relatively enthusiastic about his role as the host of Gambit and enjoys watching Guardians fight one another. He also appears to have experienced the Darkness, since he makes comments recognizeing what the Taken feel comments whenever Guardians invade in matches of Gambit.

Gameplay

Destiny 2

The Drifter serves as both the handler and vendor for Gambit.

Faction Armor

• TBA

ANCIENT APOCALYPSE SET

Faction Weapons

• TBA

Trivia

• The Drifter's ship appears in-orbit wherever a Gambit match is set, such as the Emerald Coast.

List of appearances

• Destiny 2
  • Forsaken (First appearance)