Destiny 2 Edge of Fate First Mission Complete Walkthrough & Tips
Explore the thrilling Edge of Fate expansion, featuring action-packed missions, new enemies, and vital mechanics to dominate challenging boss fights!
Guardians across the solar system are diving headfirst into The Edge of Fate expansion, and that inaugural mission "The Invitation" is packed with action! 🚀 From battling new flying Courser enemies to mastering the electrifying Matterspark ability, this guide breaks down every step of your journey through Kepler's mysterious landscape. Whether you're tackling Normal or Legendary difficulty, we've got you covered with pro tips and critical mechanics you need to dominate those boss fights! 💥
🔑 Mission Access & Initial Steps
After purchasing the expansion, head straight to the Portal screen and select "The Edge of Fate" from the bottom-right tab. Here's what to expect:
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Difficulty Choices: Normal for story lovers, Legendary for challenge seekers
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First Objective: Follow the linear path while mowing down Fallen enemies
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New Threat Alert: Watch for airborne Coursers - they're squishy but annoying!
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Ikora Briefing: Clear hostiles → chat with Ikora → unlock door → interact with left-wall terminal
⚡ Matterspark Unleashed!
That terminal interaction triggers a VII transmission and grants the game-changing Matterspark ability. You become a speedy electrified orb for 45 seconds with special controls:
Action | Controller | Keyboard |
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Speed Boost | L2/LT | Right-Click |
Jump | X/A | Space |
⚠️ Critical warning: If Matterpark timer expires while you're in tight spaces → instant death! Use your 45 seconds wisely:
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Head downstairs right → enter vent shaft
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Follow tunnel → spam attack button (R2/RT/Left-Click) on power node
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Place Rally Banner before boss fight
🧩 Exile Overseer Boss Strategy
This giant Servitor awaits past the Rally Banner door. Shatter its defenses with:
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Deplete first health bar → watch for shield activation
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Grab Matterspark opposite the Nine-opened door
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Solve two puzzles:
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Left tunnel under building → shock pylon
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Second tunnel near rock wall → zap pylon
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Finish off Overseer → zap final pylon near chest
💎 Crystalline Captain & Pylon Puzzle
Short but sweet boss fight! After melting its single health bar:
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Claim Matterspark by locked wall
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Charge three pylons around arena:
🔹 First: Ramp directly ahead
🔹 Second: Opposite Matterpark on rocky path
🔹 Third: Back of room up metal grates
- Eliminate Resilient Heavy Shank → grab loot from central shaft
👑 Final Showdown: Vessel of the Archon
Don't be intimidated! These purple bubble bosses go down fast:
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Key Tactic: Rush INTO their shield bubbles
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Health bars are surprisingly thin
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Defeat three Vessels total → claim final chest
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Grab Unusual Vessel item → activate central altar for cutscene
🎬 Post-Mission Cleanup
Follow linear path to Caldera → speak with Lodi → enjoy cinematic → explore Caldera for follow-up quest triggers!
❓ People Also Ask
- Can I solo Legendary difficulty?
Absolutely! Bring survivability mods - the puzzles are identical regardless of difficulty.
- What if I fail Matterspark timing?
You'll respawn before the puzzle section. No mission restart needed!
- Best weapons for flying Coursers?
Trace rifles or rapid-fire scouts. They dodge slow projectiles!
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