Lightfall (quest)

Lightfall
Game:	Destiny 2: Lightfall
Quest giver:	Nimbus

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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.

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

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

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.

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

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."

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.

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

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.

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.

Step 7

Go see Nimbus.
- Nimbus visited

Step 8

Complete the "Breakneck" mission.
- Mission completed

Step 9

Go see Nimbus.
- Nimbus visited

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)