- "A dense lattice of exotic baryons and mesons, used as an infusion in Warlock fieldweave."
- — Item summary
Hadronic Essence is a Warlock-exclusive item in Destiny. It is used to upgrade Warlock armor. The Taken King replaces Hadronic Essence with Armor Materials.
In Joker's Wild, Hadronic Essence makes a reappearance as an item needed to advance in the Quest to obtain Thorn.
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