Creating a strong arc Hunter build in Destiny 2 involves selecting the right subclass, choosing suitable armor mods, and selecting weapons that complement the arc damage theme.
Here’s a general guide for an arc Hunter build:
Subclass: Arcstrider (Way of the Warrior or Way of the Wind)
- Way of the Warrior:
- Combination Blow: Melee kills grant health regeneration and increased melee damage.
- Deadly Reach: Dodging increases your melee range, and melee kills increase your melee damage.
- Way of the Wind:
- Focused Breathing: Sprinting recharges your dodge ability. Increased sprint speed.
- Combat Meditation: Dodging reduces melee and grenade cooldowns.
Armor Mods:
- Arc Affinity:
- Use armor pieces with arc affinity to slot arc-specific mods.
- Melee Mods:
- Mods that enhance your melee ability, such as “Impact Induction” for grenade energy on melee hits.
- Super Mods:
- Enhance your super ability with mods like “Supercharged” to gain additional super energy on kills.
- Enhanced Mobility Mods:
- Improved mobility helps you navigate the battlefield efficiently.
Exotic Armor Recommendations:
- Raiden Flux:
- Extends the duration of your Arc Staff super and increases damage output with successive hits.
- Lucky Raspberry:
- Improves the effectiveness of your arc grenades, and chance to recharge your arc grenade on hit.
- Shinobu’s Vow:
- Enhances your skip grenades and provides an additional skip grenade charge.
Weapon Recommendations:
- Arc Weapons:
- Use weapons with arc damage to complement your subclass. This can include weapons like Riskrunner or any arc energy/primary weapon.
- Shotguns or Close-Range Weapons:
- Since the arc Hunter is often in the midst of the action, having a powerful shotgun or close-range weapon is beneficial.
- Enhanced Sniper Rifle or Long-Range Weapons:
- For encounters where you need to engage from a distance, carry a long-range weapon like an enhanced sniper rifle.
Playstyle Tips:
- Aggressive Playstyle:
- Arc Hunters are well-suited for an aggressive playstyle. Use your melee abilities and dodge effectively to engage enemies up close.
- Dodge for Survival:
- The Hunter’s dodge ability can be crucial for survival. Use it strategically to evade enemy attacks or to quickly reposition.
- Maximize Super Usage:
- When using your Arc Staff super, aim to clear groups of enemies efficiently. Raiden Flux helps extend its duration, making it even more potent.
- Grenade Placement:
- Place your grenades strategically, especially when using Lucky Raspberry. Aim for groups of enemies to maximize the chances of a recharge.
- Synergize with Teammates:
- Coordinate with your fireteam to maximize the effectiveness of your abilities and supers. Communicate when you plan to use your super for optimal group clearing.
Always adapt your build based on your preferred playstyle and the activities you’re engaging in. Experiment with different mods, armor pieces, and weapon loadouts to find what works best for you. Keep in mind that Destiny 2 regularly receives updates, so staying informed about the latest changes is crucial for optimizing your Hunter build.