Destiny 2 Vesper's Host Dungeon: Raneiks Boss Fight Tactics

The second encounter in Destiny 2's Vesper's Host dungeon pits Guardians against Raneiks, a mechanized servitor boss with unique mechanics centered around the new Suppressor protocol. This mid-dungeon challenge requires precise coordination as players navigate bomb-spitting mechanics and numerical code inputs while managing specialized roles. Though less complex than the final encounter, it effectively introduces role-based dynamics that escalate in difficulty, demanding adaptability from fireteams in the current 2025 sandbox.

Phase Breakdown: From Initial Clears to Code Gathering

Guardians must first eliminate all enemies in the starting area, securing the Operator Protocol dropped by defeated foes. This critical role should be immediately banked in the terminal for later use. Raneiks then summons the Machine Priest miniboss at the arena's center - a towering Fallen construct requiring focused damage. Upon its defeat, the entire fireteam teleports upward.

In the elevated zone, avoid Raneiks' explosive projectiles while destroying both explosive and standard Shanks. Key developments occur here:

• A blue-marked Suppressor Shank spawns beside Raneiks

• Eliminate it to claim the Suppressor role

• Press your grenade button to deploy a decoy near the boss

• Shoot your own decoy to trigger Raneiks' fragmentation

Numerical Decryption & Damage Mechanics

When Raneiks splits, observe the swarm of smaller servitors carefully. Two will display glowing facial markings with numerical identifiers (e.g., Raneiks-3, Raneiks-8). These digits form half of the four-number code needed to progress. Record them before exiting through the rear doorway to repeat the sequence.

🔢 Code Input Protocol

After collecting two number sets:

1. Retrieve the banked Operator Protocol

2. Locate keypads numbered 1-10 (0 represented as 10)

3. Shoot panels corresponding to your recorded digits

4. Order doesn't matter - only correct numbers activate DPS

💥 Maximizing Damage Output

During damage phase, Raneiks descends centrally. Essential tactics:

|| Weapon Recommendations || |------------------------------| | Grenade Launchers | Splash damage efficiency | | Parasite | High burst exotic potential | | Burst Supers | Well of Radiance, Gathering Storm |

Reacquire Suppressor from newly spawned enemies, recreate the decoy tactic to re-split Raneiks. All fragmented servitors share a collective health pool, so prioritize area-of-effect damage. This multi-phase process repeats until the health bar's final segment.

Final Stand Execution

The last health segment requires total servitor elimination rather than direct boss damage. Once all fragments are destroyed, the arena floods with orbs signaling completion. Progression involves locating the newly accessible doorway in the upper arena section.

❓ People Also Ask

What happens if we shoot wrong keypad numbers?

Incorrect inputs reset DPS activation, requiring another protocol cycle.

Can you skip Suppressor mechanics?

No - role execution is mandatory for fragmentation and code reveals.

Which classes excel here?

Hunters for add-clear supers, Titans for survivability during bomb phases.

Is challenge mode available?

Yes - 2025 added timed execution and flawless variants.

🔥 Time to Rally

Gather your fireteam, equip area-denial weapons, and conquer this mechanical menace! Share your victory clips using #VesperHost2025.