The Cloudstrike is a highly sought-after Exotic Sniper Rifle in Destiny 2. Not only does it look unique and futuristic, but its Perks combination, Triple Tap and Firing Line, make it a deadly weapon in both PvE and PvP. However, obtaining the Cloudstrike is not an easy task. It is a random drop from the Empire Hunts activity, which is only available during the Season of the Hunt. While you can increase your chances of getting the Cloudstrike by farming the Empire Hunts on a higher difficulty, it is still a matter of luck.
Unfortunately, there is no surefire way to get the Cloudstrike. However, there are a few things you can do to improve your chances of getting it. First, make sure you are farming the Empire Hunts on the highest difficulty possible. This will give you a higher chance of getting the Cloudstrike as a drop. Second, make sure you are completing the Empire Hunts as quickly as possible. The faster you complete the Empire Hunts, the more chances you will have to get the Cloudstrike as a drop.
Finally, don’t give up! The Cloudstrike is a rare drop, but it is not impossible to get. If you are persistent, you will eventually get the Cloudstrike. So keep farming the Empire Hunts, and don’t give up! The Cloudstrike is worth the effort.
Gathering the Helium Filaments
To gather Helium Filaments, you’ll need to complete the following steps:
1. Acquire the “Helium Filament” quest from Banshee-44 in the Tower.
2. Complete the following objectives in Strikes:
- Defeat a boss with a Precision final blow.
- Generate 100 Orbs of Light with Solar abilities.
- Defeat Champions with precision final blows (Solar or otherwise).
3. Obtain 10 Helium Filaments as quest progress rewards.
Note that the objectives can be completed in any order and across multiple Strike completions. Upon gathering all 10 Helium Filaments, you can return to Banshee-44 to complete the quest and claim your Cloudstrike.
4. Use the “Helium Filaments” to forge the Cloudstrike.
Once you have gathered the Helium Filaments, you can use them to forge the Cloudstrike Exotic Sniper Rifle at the Tower’s Gunsmith, Banshee-44. The forging process does not require any additional materials or resources.
| Objective | Rewards |
|---|---|
| Defeat a boss with a Precision final blow | 3 Helium Filaments |
| Generate 100 Orbs of Light with Solar abilities | 4 Helium Filaments |
| Defeat Champions with precision final blows (Solar or otherwise) | 3 Helium Filaments |
5. Equip the Cloudstrike Exotic Sniper Rifle.
Once forged, equip the Cloudstrike Exotic Sniper Rifle to experience its unique gameplay and potent anti-Champion capabilities. Note that it is not necessary to masterwork the Cloudstrike to use it effectively.
6. Enjoy using the Cloudstrike.
The Cloudstrike is an outstanding Exotic Sniper Rifle that excels in endgame content and Champion encounters. Its precision damage, crowd control capabilities, and innate anti-Champion properties make it a formidable weapon in the hands of any skilled Guardian.
7. Forge multiple Cloudstrikes.
If desired, you can forge multiple Cloudstrikes by repeating the quest and gathering the necessary Helium Filaments. This allows you to experiment with different weapon rolls and customize your Cloudstrike to suit your playstyle and specific gameplay scenarios. While it is not essential to have multiple Cloudstrikes, some players may enjoy the option to tailor the weapon to their liking and optimize its performance in various situations.
Acquiring the Resonant Stem
To obtain the Resonant Stem, follow these steps:
- Reach Rank 8 in the Season Pass: This unlocks access to the Resonant Stem quest.
- Visit the Drifter on the Tower: He will provide you with the quest, “A Hollow Coronation.”
- Collect Essence of Brutality: Defeat enemies in the Crucible, Gambit, or Strikes to collect Essence of Brutality.
- Receive Prime Engrams: As you collect Essence of Brutality, you will receive Prime Engrams.
- Decrypt Prime Engrams: Locate the Umbral Decoder in the Tower to decrypt Prime Engrams.
- Obtain Resonant Stem: Decrypted Prime Engrams have a chance to drop Resonant Stems.
- Repeat the Process: Continue collecting Essence of Brutality and decrypting Prime Engrams until you have 10 Resonant Stems.
- Craft Mysterious Box: Visit the Black Armory in the Tower to craft a Mysterious Box using the 10 Resonant Stems.
Combining Mysterious Boxes
Once you have crafted the Mysterious Boxes, you can combine them to create a single Mysterious Box (Gauss). This box contains the Cloudstrike exotic sniper rifle. To combine the boxes, follow these steps:
- Gather 5 Mysterious Boxes: Obtain 5 Mysterious Boxes through the Resonant Stem quest or by defeating enemies.
- Locate Blacksmith Ada-1: Visit Ada-1 in the Tower’s Annex.
- Combine Boxes: Interact with Ada-1 and select the option to combine the 5 Mysterious Boxes.
- Receive Mysterious Box (Gauss): Ada-1 will create a Mysterious Box (Gauss) containing Cloudstrike.
Claiming the Legendary Cloudstrike Sniper Rifle
1. Obtain the "Empire Hunts" Quest from Variks
After completing the "Beyond Light" campaign, visit Variks in the HELM and retrieve the "Empire Hunts" quest. This will grant you access to Empire Hunts, special missions where you’ll face off against powerful bosses and earn valuable rewards.
2. Complete Empire Hunts for a Chance at Cloudstrike
Various Empire Hunts can potentially drop the Cloudstrike sniper rifle as a reward upon completion. However, the drop rate is relatively low, so don’t be discouraged if you don’t get it on your first few attempts.
3. Increase Your Chances with Master and Legendary Difficulties
The higher the difficulty of the Empire Hunt you complete, the greater your chances of acquiring Cloudstrike. Consider attempting Master and Legendary difficulties for a higher drop rate.
4. Check Variks’ Weekly Bounties
Variks offers weekly bounties called "Cryptolith Contender’s Lure" and "Cryptolith Resonator." Completing these bounties can increase your chances of obtaining Cloudstrike from Empire Hunts.
5. Use the "Ascendant Lens"
The "Ascendant Lens" relic can be obtained through the Europa destination activities. Using the Ascendant Lens during Empire Hunts will buff your rewards and potentially increase the drop rate for Cloudstrike.
6. Equip the "High-Value Target" Mod
The "High-Value Target" mod for your Ghost will mark Empire Hunt bosses as high-value targets, granting you an additional reward upon their defeat. This can increase your chances of getting Cloudstrike.
7. Join a Fireteam
Grouping up with other players for Empire Hunts can make the missions easier and increase your chances of success. Coordinate your efforts and communicate to maximize your chances of earning Cloudstrike.
8. Be Patient and Persistent
Obtaining Cloudstrike can take some time and effort. Don’t get discouraged if you don’t get it immediately. Keep completing Empire Hunts and engaging in the activities that increase your chances of acquiring this coveted sniper rifle.
9. Alternative Sources
In addition to Empire Hunts, Cloudstrike can also be obtained as a random drop from Exotic Engrams. Purchasing Exotic Engrams from Xur or through the Umbral Engram system could yield Cloudstrike.
10. Void Subclass Buffs
Using a Void subclass while completing Empire Hunts may increase your chances of obtaining Cloudstrike. This is due to the seasonal modifier "Volatile Conduction," which grants bonus damage and rewards to Void abilities. Consider equipping Void weapons and armor to enhance your efforts.
How to Get Cloudstrike
Cloudstrike is an Exotic Sniper Rifle in Destiny 2 that can be obtained through the Empire Hunt activity. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to get Cloudstrike:
- Complete the Beyond Light campaign.
- Unlock the Empire Hunt activity by completing the “Warden of Nothing” strike.
- Defeat the final boss of the Empire Hunt activity, Eramis.
- Earn the “Cloudstrike” quest by looting the chest after defeating Eramis.
- Complete the “Cloudstrike” quest steps, which involve killing enemies with Sniper Rifles, completing Empire Hunts, and destroying Eramis’s turrets.
- Return to Variks to claim your Cloudstrike Sniper Rifle.
People Also Ask About How to Get Cloudstrike
What is the drop rate of Cloudstrike?
The drop rate of Cloudstrike is unknown, but it is considered a rare drop.
Can I get Cloudstrike in the Lost Sector?
No, Cloudstrike can only be obtained through the Empire Hunt activity.
What are the rolls of Cloudstrike?
Cloudstrike has a fixed roll with the following perks:
- Intrinsic Perk: Lightning Rod – Precision hits generate lightning strikes that chain between nearby targets.
- Trait: Veist Stinger – Rapid precision hits increase reload speed and handling.
