Destiny 2’s Festival of the Lost introduces the Arcane Embrace, a unique burst shotgun inspired by Netflix’s Arcane series. This Heavy Burst slug shotgun fires two back-to-back pellets for impressive precision and damage, marking a first for Destiny 2 shotguns.
While each pellet is weaker than a standard slug, landing both shots amplifies the damage output, creating one of the most powerful Legendary shotguns for boss encounters.
Here’s what you need to know to unlock Arcane Embrace and the recommended god rolls for PvE and PvP.
Arcane Embrace PvE God Roll
To maximize Arcane Embrace’s precision and damage in PvE, prioritize perks that enhance ammo efficiency and overall damage:
- Barrel: Smallbore
- Magazine: Tactical Mag
- Perk One: Fourth Time’s The Charm (for ammo recovery on headshots) or Grave Robber (instant reload on melee)
- Perk Two: Precision Instrument (for a stacking damage boost)
- Origin Trait: Search Party
- Weapon Mod: Backup Mag
- Masterwork: Range
This roll optimizes Arcane Embrace for boss damage, with Fourth Time’s The Charm for ammo recovery on consecutive headshots, and Precision Instrument for a significant damage boost over time.
Arcane Embrace PvP God Roll
While burst shotguns aren’t typically ideal for PvP, Arcane Embrace can still excel with the right perks:
- Barrel: Arrowhead Brake
- Magazine: Accurized Rounds
- Perk One: Lone Wolf (boosts stats when alone) or Threat Detector (increased handling near enemies)
- Perk Two: Closing Time (boosts range, handling, and accuracy)
- Origin Trait: Search Party
- Weapon Mod: Counterbalance Stock
- Masterwork: Range
In PvP, Lone Wolf and Closing Time boost key stats for handling, accuracy, and aim assist, allowing the Arcane Embrace to function well in Crucible matches. Threat Detector also provides a handling boost when surrounded by enemies, offering better control.
How to Obtain Arcane Embrace
Arcane Embrace is available through the Festival of the Lost questline and activities. To acquire it:
- Complete Eva Levante’s quest while wearing a Festival of the Lost mask.
- Participate in Haunted Lost Sectors and other event activities.
- Exchange Candy and Eerie Engrams for Arcane Embrace with random rolls.
Conclusion
Arcane Embrace won’t be craftable, but you can enhance its perks and level it up to maximize its effectiveness. Be sure to obtain it before Festival of the Lost ends to add this one-of-a-kind burst shotgun to your arsenal.