Raid, dungeon and exotic encounters
Farm the weekly featured raid challenge
Raid encounters offer activity-specific loot, and weekly challenges add a defined objective and payout.
WHERE & HOW TO FARM
Farm the weekly featured raid challenge
Raids and Dungeons in the Director; Vanguard Alerts show the weekly raid challenge.
Before you go
- A six-player fireteam.
- Access to the selected raid, including its expansion when required.
- A target item shown in the raid’s current reward preview.
Farming steps
- Open Vanguard Alerts and note the featured raid and challenge objective.
- Select the raid in the Director and inspect its reward display.
- Confirm that each player can access the activity.
- Agree on encounter roles and loadouts.
- Launch the raid and complete its encounters using their mechanics.
- Complete the listed challenge condition when applicable.
- Collect encounter and challenge rewards, then inspect for your target.
- Raid gear and Exotic pursuits belong to specific activities; confirm the target in the preview.
- Agree on encounter roles before launch to help the fireteam progress through mechanics.
Repeat, collect and use
Raid clears can be repeated, but challenge payouts may be limited. Check the reward panel to distinguish repeatable loot from limited rewards.
Common mistakes
- Choosing a raid without checking its loot; verify the target in the current preview.
- Assuming every clear pays a challenge reward; check the stated condition and eligibility.
- Launching before confirming fireteam access; ensure everyone can enter.
When to stop or switch
Stop when the target drops or the challenge reward is claimed; switch to the raid that lists your next target.
Sources & fact checks
What you can get here
Open a guide to find other locations and see what the item is used for.