Destiny 2: Iron Banner Guide
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MMOs like Destiny 2 have a way of becoming ever more complex to keep veteran players interested. Unfortunately, this means that new players have a steep learning curve. This guide will help new players in the PvP scene get started with Iron Banner.
Important information you will learn from our guide includes what Iron Banner is, when you can participate, how to unlock it, and what the possible rewards are for the event.
What is Iron Banner?
Destiny 2's Iron Banner is a week-long PvP mode in which 12 players go head-to-head for exclusive rewards such as exclusive gear sets, weapons, and pinnacle armor. This event happens three times a season, which works out to roughly once a month. The main NPC for this quest is Lord Saladin, who can usually be found right in front of you when you spawn into the Tower.
Iron Banner Game Modes
- Rift
- Eruption
- Control
- Fortress
The available mode will remain the same for the entire season.
Winning Iron Banner Matches
Most modes rely on killing as many enemies as possible while not dying yourself. Upon this framework is added some bells and whistles such as:
- Eruption's Surging and Primed buffs
- Rift's football-like scoring mechanics
- Capture's king of the hill points
For most of its history, Iron Banner factored power level into Guardian power, but that is no longer the case in Iron Banner. Even so, having the best possible gear equipped can make a big difference. For more on what gear will give you an edge in PvP modes, see our articles for Warlock PvP Builds, Titan PvP Builds, and Hunter PvP Builds.
Participating in The Iron Banner Event
Now that they've removed the quest prerequisite from Iron Banner, participating is simple.
- Go to your Director.
- Open the Crucible
- Select the Iron Banner playlist (available while the event is live)
- Queue up!
Iron Banner Reputation
Iron Banner Reputation is just one of the ways you will earn rewards during the Iron Banner event. Each match will earn you rank-up points (more for a win than a loss) and you will receive a reward at each rank, for a total of 16 ranks/rewards.
You will earn additional Iron Banner reputation per match by playing multiple games in a row (up to five) and equipping Iron Banner emblems, weapons, and gear.
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