Destiny Signature Series Strategy Guide VENUS
Ishtar Collective
Ishtar Collective
Level 11 Story / Headlands, Ishtar Sink, Venus
Enemy Races: Fallen, Vex
Suggested Damage Types: Void, Arc (Epic)
Rewards: XP Bonus, Armor Upgrade
Mission Unlocked: Eye of a Gate Lord
| Combatant Changes with Heroic or Epic Mission Modifier | ||
|---|---|---|
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Objective |
Combatant Changes |
Tip |
| Eliminate the Fallen | Vandal upgraded to Major Vandal | — |
| Hold off the Vex – Wave 1 | +2 Vex Squads | Be careful not to become surrounded by the Vex—especially the six Minotaur in the final wave. Note that Harpies gain an Arc shield on Epic. |
| Hold off the Vex – Wave 2 | +2 Vex Squads3 Hobgoblins upgraded to Major Hobgoblins | |
| Hold off the Vex – Wave 3 | +2 Vex Squads+3 Minotaur2 Minotaur upgraded to Major Minotaur | |
Objective:Head up the Coast
Location:Shattered Coast
Move back up the Shattered Coast, making a left at the building you visited during the previous mission. Next, continue to the sea before winding your way into Ishtar Cliffs.
Objective:Find a Mind Core
Location:Ishtar Cliffs
Fallen occupy the first cliffs area, but you can speed directly past. Just ahead, a Cyclops phases into the zone. Harpies, Hobgoblins, and Goblins also inhabit the cliffs. The Cyclops lobs explosive projectiles from its perch, so be ready to sidestep to avoid the impact. Use the short wall for cover, pull out your Heavy Weapon, and fire at its eye. Note that it starts to fire erratically when it’s low on health. After it explodes into little pieces, collect the Vex Mind Core that’s left behind.
Objective:Find the Research Site
Location:Campus 9
Exit Ishtar Cliffs via the opposite side, and continue through the Waking Ruins. Enter the narrow passageway and wind your way to Campus 9, which is designated a Darkness Zone.
Objective:Eliminate the Fallen
Fallen Vandals, Dregs, and Shanks patrol the area. Clear them out as you make your way to the research center.
Objective:Analyze Mind Core
Deploy your Ghost at the terminal so he can analyze the item. This gets the attention of the Vex, who spawn just outside.
Objective:Hold Off the Vex
Defend your Ghost from the Vex Harpies, Goblins, Hobgoblins, and Minotaur that appear in three waves. A good auto rifle works well against the groups of machines. Watch your tracker to see the direction that the next threat approaches from, keeping an eye out for incoming grenades. The final Vex wave spawns on both sides of the research center, and it can get difficult as multiple Minotaur appear. It’s best to exit the building at this time to avoid getting pinned down inside. This also allows you to deal with the enemies at your own pace.
Objective:Return to Ghost
With the threat eliminated, return to your Ghost to complete the mission. Turn in the Radiolaria to the Vanguard mentor to receive armor.