Targeted weapons and armor
Run Exotic missions for signature weapons
Exotic missions provide activity-specific weapon rewards and catalyst pursuits.
WHERE & HOW TO FARM
Run Exotic missions for signature weapons
Pinnacle Ops in the Director or the mission’s destination node.
Before you go
- Unlock access to the chosen mission; some require an expansion or other content prerequisite.
- A target Exotic or catalyst associated with that mission.
- A fireteam of up to three players if desired.
Farming steps
- Open the Activities guide and find an available Exotic mission.
- Select it and read its prerequisite and reward details.
- Unlock the mission or obtain required access if needed.
- Launch with a loadout suited to the mission’s combat and mechanics.
- Complete its objectives and encounters.
- Collect the reward and check the panel for remaining weapon or catalyst progress.
- Repeat only if the panel offers an eligible reward or progress objective.
- Mission availability and unlocks vary; check the Director before planning a session.
- Check the reward panel before repeating, especially for catalyst pursuits.
Repeat, collect and use
Repeat only when the mission’s current reward display allows another eligible weapon, catalyst, or progression reward. One-time unlock steps do not repeat.
Common mistakes
- Launching a mission that does not list your target; inspect its rewards first.
- Assuming the catalyst is awarded with the weapon; check its stated objective.
- Ignoring access prerequisites; confirm the mission can launch before forming a group.
When to stop or switch
Stop when you acquire the desired weapon or remaining mission reward, or change to a mission that lists your target.
Sources & fact checks
What you can get here
Open a guide to find other locations and see what the item is used for.