Destiny 2 Root of Nightmares raid guide and walkthrough.

Finally, Guardians can really lead the fight against Pyramid Ships in Destiny 2 Root of Nightmares Raid.

Raids are the longest and most complex missions players can encounter in Destiny 2. They are packed with powerful rewards, unique weapons, and deep mechanics. Be prepared to invest in preparation and planning before jumping in, and be patient while you learn the mechanics.

This guide will tell you how to beat the Root of Nightmares raid, including the bosses Zo’Aurc, Explicator of Planets, and Nezarac, Final God of Pain (he looks cool).

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Root of Nightmares raid walkthrough

Raids are some of the most difficult content in Destiny 2. The root of Nightmares will require fireteams to master several skills:

How to complete the Cataclysm encounter, using Field of Light and avoiding Sweetping Terror
How to overcome the split, with the addition of the flying light stream on the Guardian launchers
How to Kill Zo-Aurc in Macrosm and Align Planets
How to combine all previous skills to face Nezarec, the final god of pain and complete the Root of Nightmares raid in Destiny 2

Season of Defiance is here alongside the We Stand Unbroken quest. You can also unlock two new weapons – the Vexcaliber and Deterministic Chaos – by completing The Variable and Unfinished Business. Don’t forget to keep an eye on the rotation schedule for the Lost Sector and King’s Fall challenges!

How to Start the Root of Nightmares Raid in Destiny 2

Here you will learn how to start the Root of Nighmares raid, how to organize your team and find the way to the first encounter:

Organize your team for Root of Nightmares

Coordination is key in any raid, so make sure your team is able to communicate effectively. There will be light adding heavy phases, and others that will test your ability to deal damage per second (DPS). Be sure to bring weapons suitable for both.

The only shields you will encounter will be solar, so it may be beneficial to bring weapons that will easily crack them. Linear Fusion Rifles are good choices for boss damage, and having at least one deity will greatly increase DPS.

Once your team is ready and properly equipped, open the Director. Select Neptuneand launch Root of Nightmares.

How to Start the Root of Nightmares Raid

The start of Root of Nightmares is simple: follow the colored roots into the Pyramid ship. When you first charge, look towards an opening and follow a linear path in and around several structures. You will encounter small groups of cabals along the way.

Just follow the path and you’ll soon come to the first encounter, Cataclysm.