Complete Guide to Ghosts of the Deep in Destiny 2

Destiny 2: Ghosts of the Deep Dungeon Guide

The Ghosts of the Deep is a challenging dungeon introduced in Season 21 of Destiny 2, designed to test even the most experienced Guardians. Set on the old-new location of Titan, this dungeon takes players deep beneath the ocean's surface to face ancient foes in a battle against time.

In this guide, we’ll provide a detailed walkthrough, loot tables, reward explanations, tips, and strategies, including some cheese methods to help you conquer this formidable challenge.

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Destiny 2 Master Ghosts of the Deep Boost

Secure powerful rewards, including The Navigator Exotic Trace Rifle, Artifice armor, and Legendary weapons!

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Ghosts of the Deep Dungeon Rewards

The dungeon offers a diverse array of rewards, from Legendary weapons and armor to exclusive items like:

• The Navigator (Exotic Trace Rifle)
  
• Recalcitrant Host (Exotic Sparrow)
  
• Taken King-themed armor sets for each class
  
• Unique Emblems: Regicide and A Grave Matter
• Special Triumphs exclusive to this dungeon

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Loot Table: Ghosts of the Deep

Weapons

Weapon	Type	Ammo	Element	Source	Craftable	Requirements
Cold Comfort	Rocket Launcher	Heavy	Stasis	Final Encounter	No	Lightfall Dungeon Key
Greasy Luck	Glaive	Special	Solar	Second Encounter	No	Lightfall Dungeon Key
New Pacific Epitaph	Grenade Launcher	Special	Stasis	First Encounter	No	Lightfall Dungeon Key
No Survivors	Submachine Gun	Primary	Solar	Final Encounter	No	Lightfall Dungeon Key
The Navigator	Trace Rifle	Special	Strand	Final Encounter	No	Lightfall Dungeon Key

Armor

Slot	Titan	Hunter	Warlock
Helm	Helm of the Taken King	Mask of the Taken King	Hood of the Taken King
Arms	Gauntlets of the Taken King	Grasps of the Taken King	Gloves of the Taken King
Chest	Plate of the Taken King	Vest of the Taken King	Vestment of the Taken King
Legs	Greaves of the Taken King	Strides of the Taken King	Boots of the Taken King
Class Item	Mark of the Taken King	Cloak of the Taken King	Bond of the Taken King

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Unlocking the Ghosts of the Deep Dungeon

To access the dungeon, follow these steps:

1. Pick up the Rise quest from Hawthorne at the Tower.
2. Ensure your Power Level is 1945 for Normal and 2000 for Master difficulty.
3. Purchase the Lightfall Dungeon Key (2,000 Silver) to unlock this dungeon via the H.E.L.M interface in the Director.

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Strategies and Tips

Recommended Loadouts

For solo players, we recommend Arbalest or Leviathan’s Breath for handling tough enemies. Solar Warlocks with Well of Radiance or Void Titans with Ward of Dawn can provide significant support and damage boosts.

Farming Tips

1. Complete the encounter on one character and set a checkpoint.
2. Switch to another character, rejoin the Fireteam, and wipe to set the checkpoint on the new character.
3. Farm encounters repeatedly until the weekly reset for the best loot.

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Walkthrough

First Encounter: Hive Ritual

• Eliminate Ogres to gather Vestiges of Light.
• Dunk the Vestiges into Hive statues matching their runes.
• Use Deepsight to reveal symbols and ensure correct placements.
• Defeat the Lightbearer Hive enemies to progress.

Second Encounter: Ecthar, the Shield of Savathun

• Defeat Blistered Knights to summon a Keeper of the Deep.
• Activate underwater runes by matching symbols observed above water.
• Lower Ecthar’s shield by defeating Wellkeeper Knights and dunking Vestiges into Hive statues.
• Damage Ecthar when his shield is down. Repeat until defeated.

Final Encounter: Simmumah ur-Nokru

• Locate and align small green circles with the Oryx symbol to activate runes.
• Defeat Lucent Hive enemies to collect Vestiges and place them in the corresponding rune.
• Stand in marked areas to deal damage to Simmumah’s shield, then unleash your firepower.
• Use high-damage weapons like Leviathan’s Breath for maximum efficiency.

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Secret Chests

1. First Chest: Between the first and second encounters, in a ravine to the right of the path.
   
2. Second Chest: After defeating the second encounter’s boss, climb the building beneath to find the chest at the top.
   

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Rewards

• Legendary weapons and Artifice armor pieces
• Increased Exotic drop rates for The Navigator
• Materials like Legendary Shards and Enhancement Prisms in Master difficulty
• Unique Triumphs for completing Master runs, including the Sovereign Triumph for the Ghoul title

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Cheese Methods

Using Witherhoard allows players to safely damage bosses without triggering certain mechanics. Combine this strategy with damage-resistant mods for an easier time in Master difficulty.

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Conclusion

The Ghosts of the Deep dungeon is a thrilling challenge for Guardians, offering rich rewards and unforgettable encounters. Whether solo or with a Fireteam, mastering this dungeon will test your skill and perseverance. If you’re looking