During a recent Destiny 2 developer livestream, Bungie announced the start date for “The Edge of Fate: The Desert Perpetual” raid race, hinting at potential modifications to the customary raid race format.
Historically, Guardians had a 48-hour window to conquer the raid race in Contest Mode. This challenging, temporary mode activates immediately upon the raid`s launch, featuring increased difficulty through reduced player damage, tougher enemies, and a demand for impeccable team coordination. While these races typically started on the Friday after a Tuesday expansion release, this schedule is now being altered.
The “Edge of Fate” raid race is scheduled to commence on Saturday, July 19, at 10 AM PT / 1 PM ET / 6 PM GMT, concluding at the same time on Monday, July 21.
Furthermore, weeks after the initial raid launch, an “Epic” version will be introduced. This enhanced iteration will expand the narrative and introduce fresh content. Bungie clarified that no content is being withheld from the base raid; instead, the Epic version aims to “enhance” the overall raid experience.
To prepare for the race within the four-day window between the expansion`s release and the raid`s launch, Bungie advises completing the main campaign on Legendary difficulty to achieve the recommended Power level. Players who finish the campaign on Normal difficulty will need to invest time in grinding to reach the minimum Power level for “The Desert Perpetual,” which is yet to be officially confirmed.
Fireteams are not required to return to orbit to complete the raid race; however, all members must loot the final chest. Once the “World`s First” race concludes, Guardians will have the option to enter the raid at its normal difficulty, bypassing Contest Mode.
Exclusive Twitch Drops and Emblems
Various Twitch drops and rewards will be available for those streaming or watching “The Desert Perpetual” raid race. Players watching the following accounts during the race will receive the Power Hues emblem:
- Bungie pre-show: 6:45 AM PT to 10 AM PT
- Evanf1997 pre-show and full raid coverage: 6:45 AM PT to 6 PM PT
- WiseThug and Merj1 (French): 10 AM to 2 PM PT
- Nexxoss Gaming and EllyKnalltRein (German): 10 AM to 2 PM PT
- Masseo (Italian): 10 AM to 2 PM PT
- El Tío Toland (LATAM MX): 10 AM to 2 PM PT
Additionally, CBGray will distribute codes for the Power Hues emblem on his YouTube channel throughout the raid race.
Following the race, Guardians can earn the Golden Relief emblem by gifting a subscription to any eligible Twitch channel broadcasting “The Desert Perpetual” raid in the Destiny 2 category between July 19, 6 PM PT, and July 29, 10 AM PT.
Further preparation involves farming for stronger gear, which drops with enhanced benefits from challenging activities. With new Exotic items, armor, and modifiers arriving, this raid race promises to be highly anticipated.