Introduction to Destiny Rising Weapon Perks and Traits

Weapons in Destiny Rising aren’t just defined by their stats — their perks and traits shape how they perform in combat. Each weapon comes with different layers of bonuses that affect handling, power, and overall effectiveness.

Perks and traits

Perks and Traits are special bonuses that define how a weapon feels and performs beyond its base stats. They can affect everything from accuracy and reload speed to damage output and unique effects in battle.

Intrinsic Traits – The built-in identity of a weapon. This determines how it naturally performs, such as fire rate, burst type, or special behavior.

Origin Traits – Traits tied to the weapon’s manufacturer or source. These add unique flavor and bonuses depending on where the weapon comes from.

Perks – Randomly rolled bonuses that can dramatically change how effective a weapon is. The right perk combination can turn an average gun into a powerhouse.

Weapon rarity

also influences the kinds of traits and perks you’ll find:

Decent early-game options with limited perk variety

Strong and reliable, often the backbone of powerful builds

Extremely rare, top-of-the-line weapons

Unique weapons with game-changing effects that stand out from the rest

Learning how intrinsics, perks, and origin traits work together is the key to mastering your arsenal and finding the perfect weapon for your playstyle.

Table work in progress! Functionality and search features will come soon!

NameRarityTypeDetailsAblation ShellMythicPerkThis weapon gains 200% increased damage on hit and 50% projectile speed at
the cost of 50% of its blast radius. Damage to Lightbearers is greatly
reduced.Adaptive FrameLegendaryIntrinsic TraitA well-rounded grip, reliable and sturdy.Adaptive FrameRareIntrinsic TraitA well-rounded grip, reliable and sturdy.Adaptive FrameMythicIntrinsic TraitA well-rounded grip, reliable and sturdy.AdrenalineRarePerkTriggering health regeneration grants the current weapon 24% increased
damage for 8s. Damage to Lightbearers is greatly reduced.Aggressive BurstMythicIntrinsic TraitHard-hitting four-burst fire.Aggressive BurstLegendaryIntrinsic TraitHard-hitting four-burst fire.Aggressive FrameMythicIntrinsic TraitHigh damage, high recoil.Aggressive FrameLegendaryIntrinsic TraitHigh damage, high recoil.Aggressive FrameMythicIntrinsic TraitHigh damage, high recoil.Airburst GrenadesExoticIntrinsic TraitThis weapon fires in a straight line. Projectiles will detonate when they
are within close proximity of their targets.All Comers WelcomeMythicPerkFinal blows with this weapon or another weapon will grant this weapon 15%
increased damage for 8s. Stacks 5x. Damage to Lightbearers is greatly
reduced. Defeating a Lightbearer or a powerful combatant counts as multiple
kills.
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Perk Upgrade:
Final blows made with this weapon or your other weapon reload 30% round for
this weapon (but won’t overflow the magazine).Allocation VectorMythicPerkLanding consecutive precision hits automatically reloads the magazine,
Each shot consumes 2 rounds and deals 2 instances of damage until the
magazine is empty. Damage to Lightbearers is greatly reduced. Effect
significantly increases at Trait & Perk Level +5.
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Perk Upgrade:
1 round is loaded into the magazine for every 3 precision hit landed.Ambitious AssassinLegendaryPerkOverflows the magazine by 10% based on the number of rapid kills before
reloading. Stacks 5x. Defeating a Lightbearer or a powerful combatant
counts as multiple kills.AnnihilationMythicPerkThis weapon deals increased damage based on how low the target’s health
is, up to 36%. Damage to Lightbearers is greatly reduced.
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Perk Upgrade:
Damage is increased by 20% against targets with less than 33% health.Arc ConductorExoticIntrinsic TraitWhen taking Arc Damage, this weapon becomes more powerful and resists
incoming Arc Damage. Kills extend the time in this overcharged state.Armor of the ColossusExoticPerkWhile at full health, spinning up this weapon protects you with an Arc
Shield.Arrows of SilverExoticIntrinsic Trait[Heavy Attack]: Flings shrapnel and sets the ground alight. Heavy attacks
are stronger with full energy.Assassin’s BladeLegendaryPerkSword kills grant 30% increased damage and 20% increased movement speed
for 4s. Damage to Lightbearers is greatly reduced.Auto-Loading HolsterMythicPerkThe holstered weapon is automatically reloaded after 2.5s.
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Perk Upgrade:
If this weapon is kept holstered after being auto-reloaded, it will
overflow the magazine with 25% round every 2.5s for up to 100% rounds.Banned WeaponExoticIntrinsic TraitThis weapon fires a 3-round burst.Battle CryMythicPerkDealing damage with charged heavy attacks grants 20% increased swing speed
and 20% increased light-attack damage for 4s. Damage to Lightbearers is
greatly reduced.Black BodyMythicPerkFinal blows grant 7% increased damage. Stacks 5x, with all stacks being
cleared upon death. Damage to Lightbearers is greatly reduced. Defeating a
Lightbearer or a powerful combatant counts as multiple kills.
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Each stack grants an additional +2.4% damage.Blessed AssuranceRarePerkWhile at close range, rapid hits grant 5% increased damage and 5
stability. Stacks 5x. Damage to Lightbearers is greatly reduced.Boondock SaintLegendaryPerkFinal blows grant 25% increased damage for 6s. Precision final blows grant
an additional 10% increased precision damage. Damage to Lightbearers is
greatly reduced.Bosenova GrenadesExoticIntrinsic TraitInflicting damage charges up and fires two homing Void grenades.Box BreathingLegendaryPerkAiming down sights for 2s without firing grants +30 range and +30%
precision damage. Effect resets after firing or exiting aim. Damage to
Lightbearers is greatly reduced.Bullseye BonusLegendaryPerkPrecision hits grant 12% increased precision damage. Stacks 4x. Can be
triggered once every 10s. Damage to Lightbearers is greatly reduced.Bullseye RebateMythicPerkPrecision hits have a small chance to automatically reload 10% of the
magazine, and precision final blows have a chance to automatically reload
40% of the magazine.Business TimeExoticPerkSustained fire boosts range and rate of fireCadenzaExoticIntrinsic TraitFinal blows grant Cadenza, increasing this weapon’s damage by 20%. Stacks
4x. Dying clears all stacks. Landing final blows while Cadenza is active
fully reloads this weapon.Causal InteferenceLegendaryPerkEach final blow made with the top half of the magazine grants the bottom
half 25% increased damage. Stacks 3x. Damage to Lightbearers is greatly
reduced.Charged ShotExoticIntrinsic TraitHold down the trigger to charge up a tracking shot that explodes and burns
on impact.ClepsydraMythicPerkGrants increased damage based on the ratio of hits to precision hits made
with the current magazine, up to 75%. Resets when the magazine is emptied.
Damage to Lightbearers is greatly reduced.Clown CartridgeLegendaryPerkReloading this weapon Will overflow 10% to 35% bonus rounds into the
magazine from reserves.Combat SightsExoticPerkLow-zoom sights with faster charge time and handling. Fires a 3-round
burst, with consecutive hits further reducing charge time. Displays ability
energy.ConcertinoExoticPerkWhen Cadenza is active, swapping to your Power weapon automatically fills
its magazine and transfers up to 2 Cadenza stack to it.ConjugationMythicPerkGrants 20% increased damage to this weapon when it is equipped to a
character of the same element. Damage to Lightbearers is greatly reduced.ConsolationLegendaryPerkMissing a precision hit after landing a precision hit has a 30% chance to
return the round to the magazine.CorneredLegendaryPerk15% faster charge time or draw time when surrounded by combatants.CounterattackRarePerkBlocking an attack immediately after guarding grants 40% increased damage
for a short duration. Damage to Lightbearers is greatly reduced.Coupe de GraceMythicPerkLanding 2 charged heavy attacks instantly recharges Sword energy and
grants +120% charged heavy attack damage. Damage to Lightbearers is greatly
reduced.Cracking ReactionMythicPerkFusion Rifles fire 2 more rounds per trigger pull, and Shotguns fire 3
more pellets per trigger pull.Cruel RemedyExoticPerkKills with this weapon heal the wielder. Precision kills also refill the
magazine.Culture ClashMythicOrigin TraitThis weapon gains +15% minimum damage outside its effective range.
Approaching targets grants +15 Sword charge rate.
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Perk Upgrade:
Deals increased damage against Fallen and Cabal.
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Extra Foundry Effect:
Damage +2.5%Deadly WarrantLegendaryPerkGrants +15% damage against base and elite combatants. Grants +25%
precision and charged heavy attack damage against bosses and powerful
combatants.Deafening RumblesExoticPerkDamage from this weapon’s volleys significantly increases based on the
number of pellets shot.Deathbed ExpiationRarePerkPrecision final blows grant this weapon 24% increased damage for 6s.
Damage to Lightbearers is greatly reduced,Defiant BloodMythicPerkLanding final blows when below 50% health grants +30% damage bonus for 8s
and triggers health regeneration. Damage to Lightbearers is greatly
reduced.DharanaLegendaryPerkReloading grants the next shot 60% increased damage and 50% reduced aiming
speed. Damage to Lightbearers is greatly reduced.Dharani’s BoltExoticPerkHip-fired bolts overpenetrate targets. Bolts fired while aiming have
significantly reduced spread and deal increased precision damage.DismembermentMythicPerkSword light-attacks grant 30 Sword energy recharge on hit, and each
light-attack grants the next charged heavy attack +20% damage. Stacks 3x.
Damage to Lightbearers is greatly reduced.
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Perk Upgrade:
Each light-attack hit grants +5% damage to the next charged heavy attack.
Stacks 3x.DisturbanceMythicOrigin TraitWhen your shield is broken, final blows reload 20% of the magazine, and
Sword final blows restore 20% Sword energy. Can trigger up to 3 times in
10s.
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Perk Upgrade:
This weapon’s rate of fire gradually ramps up for 3s after switching to it,
increasing by up to 30%.
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Extra Foundry Effect:
Damage +2.5%Double WhammyLegendaryPerkUpon landing a hit, creates an extra explosion with 50% damage and 50%
blast radius. Damage to Lightbearers is greatly reduced.Dragon’s BreathExoticPerkSuccessive hits will scorch the target and deal increased damage.DragonflyLegendaryPerkPrecision final blows create an elemental damage explosion within a
3-meter radius, dealing 60% of the base shot’s damage. Damage to
Lightbearers is greatly reduced.Dual LoaderMythicPerkReloads 2 shells at a time, but reduces reload speed by 20. Effect
significantly increases at Trait & Perk Level +5.
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Perk Upgrade:
Reload speed will not decrease.Eager AspirantMythicPerkThis weapon gains +40% damage when not firing, lasting up to 10s. Upon
firing, this damage bonus will gradually deplete until it reaches zero.
Damage to Lightbearers is greatly reduced.En GardeRarePerkAttacks launched within 1.5s after swapping to this Sword deal 30%
additional damage. Damage to Lightbearers is greatly reduced.Engraved RemembranceMythicPerkGrants +25% Sword charge speed and swing speed when health is below 75%.
Grants +35% Sword charge speed and swing speed when health is below 50%.Ensured YieldsMythicPerkFinal blows grant the next magazine +60% damage after reloading. If no
final blows were made with the previous magazine, then reloading will grant
up to +35% damage based on the number of hits landed. Damage to
Lightbearers is greatly reduced.
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Perk Upgrade:
This weapon’s reload time is shortened by 30% when it hasn’t landed a final
blow.Explosive PayloadMythicPerkShots detonate on impact, converting 50% on-hit damage into 4.5 blast
damage against combatants within a 60%-meter radius. Damage to Lightbearers
is greatly reduced.Explosive ReturnsRarePerkWhen an explosion hits multiple targets, this weapon’s reload time is
temporarily shortened by 25%.Explosives ExpertRarePerkWhen an explosion hits multiple targets, it grants projectiles 15%
increased velocity and blast radius per target hit for 5s. Stacks 3xFacilitated AgreementMythicPerkEmptying your Power weapon’s magazine grants your Primary weapon +60%
damage for 8s. Your Primary weapon gains constant +60% damage if there are
no Heavy ammo reserves. Damage to Lightbearers is greatly reduced.
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Perk Upgrade:
Your Primary weapon deals +25% damage when your Power weapon’s reserves are
exhausted.Feeding FrenzyLegendaryPerkRapid kills with this weapon temporarily grant 15 increased reload speed.
Stacks 5x. Defeating a Lightbearer or a powerful combatant counts as
multiple kills.Fire RushMythicPerkThis weapon gains up to 30% increased rate of fire and damage for the
lower half of the magazine.
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Perk Upgrade:
When rounds in the bottom half of the magazine land final blows, 20% round
will be automatically reloaded from reserves.Firing LaneMythicPerkThis weapon deals 30% increased precision damage when near two or more
allies. Damage to Lightbearers is greatly reduced.
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Perk Upgrade:
This weapon’s reload time is shortened by 30% when two or more allies are
near.Flash MobLegendaryPerkFinal blows made by yourself and allies grant this weapon 2% increased
damage. Stacks 15x. The effect lasts until the current stage is completed.
Damage to Lightbearers is greatly reduced. Defeating a Lightbearer or a
powerful combatant counts as multiple kills.Focused FuryRarePerkThis weapon deals +45% damage for 12s after half the magazine deals
precision damage. The hit count resets when this weapon is reloaded or
stowed. Damage to Lightbearers is greatly reduced.FraternityMythicPerkThis weapon gains 28% increased damage when all fireteam members are
alive. Damage to Lightbearers is greatly reduced.
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Perk Upgrade:
This weapon gains +20 handling and reload speed when all fireteam members
are alive.FrenzyLegendaryPerkBeing in combat for 12s grants +15% damage, +15 handling, and +15 reload
speed for this weapon until you exit combat. Damage to Lightbearers is
greatly reduced.GluttonMythicPerkFinal blows made with this weapon grant it 2.5% increased damage. Stacks
15x. The effect lasts until the current stage is cleared. Damage to
Lightbearers is greatly reduced. Defeating a Lightbearer or a powerful
combatant counts as multiple kills.
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Perk Upgrade:
Stack limit +4.Graphene BatteryLegendaryPerkLight-attack hits store energy, granting the next charged heavy attack 15%
increased damage. Stacks 5x. Damage to Lightbearers is greatly reduced.Hand-to-HandRarePerkGrants 20% increased body shot damage against targets at close range.
Damage to Lightbearers is greatly reduced.HeadseekerRarePerkBody shots landed with this weapon grant 28% increased precision damage
for a short time. Damage to Lightbearers is greatly reduced.Heavy Grenade LauncherExoticIntrinsic TraitAim Down Sights: Spins up this weapon. This weapon can be fired only when
fully spun up.High-Impact FrameLegendaryIntrinsic TraitSlow-firing and high-damage. This weapon is more accurate when stationary
and aiming down sights.High-Impact FrameMythicIntrinsic TraitSlow-firing and high-damage. This weapon is more accurate when stationary
and aiming down sights.High-Impact ReservesRarePerkHits with the bottom half of the magazine deal up to 60% increased damage.
Damage to Lightbearers is greatly reduced.Honed EdgeExoticIntrinsic TraitTap Reload to consume the magazine and load a round with additional range
and damage.Hound the BrokenRarePerkTargets below 50% health take 25% increased damage. Damage to Lightbearers
is greatly reduced.HyperaemiaMythicPerkFinal blows grant 16% increased damage for 10s. Stacks 5x. Additionally,
reaching 3 and 5 stacks refills the magazine. Damage to Lightbearers is
greatly reduced. Defeating a Lightbearer or a powerful combatant counts as
multiple kills.
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Perk Upgrade:
After reaching 5 stacks, final blows automatically fill the magazine.Impulse AmplifierLegendaryPerkGrants 35 increased velocity and 20 increased reload speed.Incline RelayLegendaryPerkEach precision final blow grants the next magazine 15% increased damage.
Stacks 3x. Damage to Lightbearers is greatly reduced. Defeating a
Lightbearer or a powerful combatant counts as multiple kills.Ionic ReturnExoticPerkBreaking a combatant shield with a matching element or breaking the shield
of a Lightbearer using a Super fully reloads the weapon and grants bonus
damage to the current magazine and increases the damage of the next 5
rounds.Jack-of-all-tradesRarePerkDealing damage to multiple targets grants the next projectile 25%
increased damage and 25% increased blast radius. Damage to Lightbearers is
greatly reduced.Karmic RewardMythicPerkHitting the same target 2 times in a row grants the rest of the magazine a
+60% damage bonus until the weapon is reloaded. Damage to Lightbearers is
greatly reduced.
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Perk Upgrade:
Hitting the same target twice in a row grants the rest of the magazine +25%
rate of fire.Kill ClipLegendaryPerkReloading after a final blow, grants 30% increased damage for 5s. Damage
to Lightbearers is greatly reduced.Killing TallyLegendaryPerkFinal blows with this weapon temporarily grant 15% increased damage.
Stacks 3x and is cleared after stowing or reloading the weapon. Damage to
Lightbearers is greatly reduced. Defeating a Lightbearer or a powerful
combatant counts as multiple kills.LashMythicPerkWhen all rounds hit the same target in consecutive trigger pulls, they
will trigger an elemental explosion dealing 80% of the base damage to said
target. Damage to Lightbearers is greatly reduced.Last StandLegendaryPerkTaking a large amount of damage over a short period of time grants 25%
increased weapon damage for 6s. Damage to Lightbearers is greatly reduced.Lasting ImpressionRarePerkRockets attach on impact and detonate after 3s. Grants this weapon’s
projectiles 50 increased blast radius and 25% increased damage. Damage to
Lightbearers is greatly reduced.Lend-Lease ActLegendaryOrigin TraitFinal blows grants this weapon 20 increased range and 10 stability for a
short time. For Swords, grants 20 increased range. Lasts for 5s.
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Extra Foundry Effect:
Damage +2.5%Lightweight FrameLegendaryIntrinsic TraitSuperb handling. Move faster with this weapon equipped.Lightweight FrameMythicIntrinsic TraitSuperb handling. Move faster with this weapon equipped.Line FormationMythicPerkWhen all rounds in a single trigger pull hit the same target, the next
shot’s shooting interval is shortened by 25%, and this weapon gains +30
reload speed for 3s. Damage to Lightbearers is greatly reduced.
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Perk Upgrade:
When all pellets hit the same target 3 times in a row, 1 round will be
automatically reloaded from reserves.Low-ammo PhobiaRarePerkPicking up ammo when the magazine is at least half empty refills the
magazine.Marksman SightsExoticPerkLong-range sights with slower charge time and greater damage. Fires a
single precision Arc bolt that chains to nearby targets and blinds them on
hit. Displays ammo and charge levels.Meat GrinderLegendaryPerkGrants this weapon 20% increased body shot damage and rate of fire at the
cost of 20% precision damage. Damage to Lightbearers is greatly reduced.Misfortune’s ConfettiMythicPerkRounds ricochet to the nearest combatant, dealing 60% of the original
shot’s damage. Damage to Lightbearers is greatly reduced.
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Has a 15% chance to generate a second instance of shrapnel splash damage.Moving TargetRarePerkGrants 10% increased movement speed and target acquisition when moving
while aiming down sights.MulliganRarePerkMissing a shot has a 50% chance to return ammo directly to the magazine.Multikill ClipLegendaryPerkReloading grants up to 45% increased damage for 5s based on the number of
rapid kills made beforehand. Damage to Lightbearers is greatly reduced.
Defeating a Lightbearer or a powerful combatant counts as multiple kills.Muscle MemoryLegendaryPerkPrecision final blows grant the next 3 shots made within 8s increase 50%
damage. Damage to Lightbearers is greatly reduced.NanoinflammationMythicPerkEach debuff on the target increases their damage taken from this weapon by
an extra 15%. Stacks 3x. Damage to Lightbearers is greatly reduced.Neural CurrentsExoticIntrinsic TraitWhen firing repeatedly, this gun’s firing rate can gradually increase to
540Nito-ryuLegendaryPerkGrants 15% increased body shot damage against targets at close range and
25% precision damage against targets at a distance. Damage to Lightbearers
is greatly reduced.No DistractionsRarePerkAfter aiming for after 1s, gains greatly reduced flinch when taking a hit.Obsessive CollectorLegendaryPerkWhen this weapon is reloaded, ammo bricks nearby are automatically picked
up and loaded first, filling the magazine up to 200% capacity.One For AllRarePerkHitting three separate targets grants 35% increased damage for 10s. Damage
to Lightbearers is greatly reduced.Opening ShotLegendaryPerkGrants opening shots 50 increased accuracy and 25 increased range.Outlaw RefitMythicPerkPrecision final blows grant 60 increased reload speed.OverflowLegendaryPerkPicking up Heavy ammo reloads and overflows the magazine by up to 100% of
its normal capacity.PachinkoRarePerkThe first shot of each magazine fires 2 extra projectiles that gain up to
+60% damage based on the number of final blows made with the previous
magazine. Damage to Lightbearers is greatly reduced. Defeating a
Lightbearer or a powerful combatant counts as multiple kills.ParanoiaMythicOrigin TraitEvery final blow grants 5% increased sprint speed for 5s. Stacks 3x.
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Continuously sprinting for 2s will reload 25% round from reserves.
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Extra Foundry Effect:
Damage +2.5%PaydayExoticIntrinsic TraitLarger magazine. Increased accuracy when firing from the hip. Picking up
Heavy ammo immediately reloads this weapon.PietyRarePerkDirect hits from this weapon’s projectiles grant the next projectile 150%
increased direct hit damage for 5s. Damage to Lightbearers is greatly
reduced.Play With Your PreyExoticPerkThe Void rocket suppresses enemies. The Solar rocket causes damage over
time.Point-BlankLegendaryPerkFiring at a closer range increases damage dealt, up to 200%. Damage to
Lightbearers is greatly reduced.Polarized RiflingMythicPerkThis weapon gains gradually range the longer you stay in combat until it
reaches no damage falloff and resets upon exiting combat.PolyploidyMythicPerkProjectile blasts always deal +75% blast damage when I target is hit, and
+30% blast damage when 2 or more targets are hit. Damage to Lightbearers is
greatly reduced.
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Blast damage is increased to 120% when only 1 target is hit.PranayamaMythicPerkLanding 2 consecutive precision hits grants the next 2 precision hits made
in the next 5s +150% precision damage and +200% precision damage
respectively. Reloading resets the effect. Damage to Lightbearers is
greatly reduced.Precision FrameLegendaryIntrinsic TraitThis weapon’s recoil pattern is more predictably vertical.Precision FrameMythicIntrinsic TraitThis weapon’s recoil pattern is more predictably vertical.Precision FrameRareIntrinsic TraitThis weapon’s recoil pattern is more predictably vertical.Precision SlugExoticIntrinsic TraitFires a single-slug precision round.Pulse MonitorRarePerkAutomatically reloads the magazine and grants 20 increased handling when
below 40% health—even when this weapon is stowed.Quick ReflexesRarePerkLanding final blows shortly after reloading grants the rest of the
magazine 15% increased damage and 25% increased rate of fire. Damage to
Lightbearers is greatly reduced.QuickdrawLegendaryPerkReduces this weapon’s stow and draw time by 30%RampageLegendaryPerkKills with this weapon temporarily grant 15% increased damage. Stacks 3x.
Damage to Lightbearers is greatly reduced. Defeating a Lightbearer of a
powerful combatant counts as multiple kills.Rapid HitLegendaryPerkRapid precision hits temporarily grant 10 increased stability and 10
increased reload speed. Stacks 5x.Rapid-Fire FrameMythicIntrinsic TraitFires full auto with deeper ammo reserves. Faster reload when weapon is
empty.Rapid-Fire FrameLegendaryIntrinsic TraitFires full auto with deeper ammo reserves. Faster reload when weapon is
empty.Rapid-Fire FrameRareIntrinsic TraitFires full auto with deeper ammo reserves. Faster reload when weapon is
empty.Red GiantExoticPerkHolding the Fire button will charge the grenade, increasing its blast
damage by up to 50% and radius by 25%.ReincarnationMythicPerkFinal blows with this weapon grant it 15% increased damage for 6s. Stacks
6x. Damage to Lightbearers is greatly reduced. Defeating a Lightbearer or a
powerful combatant counts as multiple kills.Relentless StrikesMythicPerkLanding three light-attack hits within 2s grants Sword ammo.Reservoir BurstLegendaryPerkWhen the battery is full, your next 3 bursts fired deal +30% damage and
cause targets to explode on death, dealing damage equal to 130% of the base
damage. Damage to Lightbearers is greatly reduced.RestockRarePerkReloading grants the top half of the magazine +20% damage. Final blows
increase the number of rounds buffed. Damage to Lightbearers is greatly
reduced.Ride the BullExoticIntrinsic TraitIncreased rate of fire and recoil while you’re holding down the trigger.
Kills with this weapon reload a portion of the magazine.Salvo of ArtilleryExoticIntrinsic TraitHold down the Reload button to enable the volley mode that fires all the
remaining bullets at a time.Searing MarkMythicPerkPrecision hits grant the next round fired within 5s +12% precision damage.
Stacks 5x. The last round in the magazine gains up to +250% precision
damage based on the number of stacks held. Damage to Lightbearers is
greatly reduced.
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Perk Upgrade:
Landing precision hits on bosses and powerful combatants adds 2 stack.Sharpened FocusRarePerkThis weapon gains better target acquisition and 20 increased accuracy when
below 50% health.Shellfire RespiteLegendaryPerkGoing 2s without taking damage grants this weapon +8% damage every 1s.
Stacks 6x. Taking damage reduces the stacks. Damage to Lightbearers is
greatly reduced.ShiverMythicPerkPrecision final blows grant 25% increased precision damage and 10
increased accuracy for 8s. Stacks 3x. Damage to Lightbearers is greatly
reduced. Defeating a Lightbearer or a powerful combatant counts as multiple
kills.Sinful KarmaMythicPerkFinal blows reload 35% round from reserves. This amount is doubled if this
weapon has the Reincarnation or Hyperaemia perks.Slashing ReadinessMythicPerkWhen Sword energy reaches max, the next 3 light-attack deals +50% damage.
Damage to Lightbearers is greatly reduced.
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Perk Upgrade:
The number of light-attack damage increases is raised to 5.SolidarityMythicPerkNearby allies’ final blows grant this weapon 6% increased damage and 6
range for 8s. Stacks 5x. Defeating a Lightbearer or a powerful combatant
counts as multiple kills.
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Perk Upgrade:
Gains +33% effective range when close. Stacks +1x.Spinosaurus ShotsMythicPerkThe 13 pellets of this Shotgun are replaced with 5 heavy pellets, granting
23% increased damage overall and 20 increased range. Damage to Lightbearers
is greatly reduced.Splash FeastMythicPerkEach direct hit from this weapon grants the next round 15% increased blast
damage and 10% increased blast radius. Stacks 3x. Damage to Lighbearers is
greatly reduced.
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Perk Upgrade:
Direct hits grant +3% blast damage. Stacks 3x.Splash ZoneLegendaryPerkRounds ricochet to the nearest combatant, dealing 35% of the original
shot’s damage. Damage to Lightbearers is greatly reduced.Statue’s HeartMythicPerkShooting while stationary grants 20 increased accuracy and 25% increased
precision damage. Damage to Lightbearers is greatly reduced.Steady StateMythicPerkBody shots’ damage gradually increases to that of precision hits based on
the number of rounds used, reaching the same amount of damage as precision
shots when the magazine is emptied. Damage to Lightbearers is greatly
reduced.SubsistenceLegendaryPerkDefeating targets reloads 25% of the magazine from reserves.SuperconductorExoticPerkWhen Arc Conductor is active, shots fired have the chance to become chain
lightning and return ammo.Surging MomentumRarePerkFinal blows made with charged heavy attacks grant 28% increased Sword
damage for 5s. Damage to Lightbearers is greatly reduced.SurroundedMythicPerkThis weapon gains 35% increased damage when 3 or more targets are in close
proximity. Damage to Lightbearers is greatly reduced.SwashbucklerRarePerkThis weapon gains 25% increased damage for 4.5s from melee kills and kills
with this weapon. Damage to Lightbearers is greatly reduced.Sympathetic ArsenalMythicPerkReloading within 5s after a final blow also reloads stowed weapons.Sympathetic DetonationMythicPerkUsing this weapon to break a matching elemental shield triggers a powerful
elemental explosion dealing 150% damage and grants +45% elemental damage
for 3s. Damage to Lightbearers is greatly reduced.SyncopationMythicPerkEvery fourth round fired deals 280% damage. Damage to Lightbearers is
greatly reduced.
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Perk Upgrade:
Powerful rounds are guaranteed to deal precision damage.SynesthesiaMythicOrigin TraitReloading grants this weapon 20 increased range and 20 handling until the
next final blow. For Spread weapons, grants 35 increased velocity.
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Perk Upgrade:
If a final blow hasn’t been landed with the first half of the magazine, the
second half will deal 15% increased damage.
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Extra Foundry Effect:
Damage +2.5%Target LockLegendaryPerkLanding final blows with this weapon increases its damage dealt, up to
50%. Damage to Lightbearers is greatly reduced.The Bear ApproachesMythicPerkLanding 3 consecutive hits grants 30% increased rate of fire until the
next reload and shortens the next reload time by 20%.
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Perk Upgrade:
1 round is returned to the magazine for every 3 precision hit landed while
this weapon’s rate of fire is increased.The FundamentalsExoticIntrinsic TraitTap Reload to change this weapon’s damage type, cycling between Solar,
Arc, and VoidThe Perfect FifthExoticIntrinsic TraitPrecision hits return ammo to the mag. Landing 4 precision hits loads a
delayed Solar explosive round for your next shot.The RoadbornExoticPerkPrecision kills briefly increase the weapon’s handling, range, and
precision damage.Threat DetectorRarePerkIncreases reload speed, stability, and handling by 15 when enemies are in
close proximity. Stacks 2x.Tiger’s ThrowExoticIntrinsic TraitThis weapon fires scattered rounds.Time Marches OnMythicPerkShots have a 33% chance to consume 2 round and deal 2x damage. Effect
significantly increases at Trait & Perk Level +5.Tireless BladeLegendaryPerkGrants 1 sword ammo for every other powered Sword final blow.TrifectaLegendaryPerkEvery other charged heavy attack deals 100% increased damage. Damage to
Lightbearers is greatly reduced.TrimurtiExoticIntrinsic TraitFires a volley of three bolts.TrinkliederMythicPerkGains +15% damage when the fireteam is full, and up to +20% additional
damage if allies’ shields haven’t been broken. Damage to Lightbearers is
greatly reduced.Triple TapMythicPerkRapidly landing precision hits within 1.5s will return 1 round to the
magazine.Tunnel VisionRarePerkReloading after defeating a target increases accuracy by 25 and
aim-down-sights speed by 50% for 5s.TwintailsExoticIntrinsic TraitShoots two rockets, one Void and one Solar, that can track onto the same
target.UmpolungMythicPerkGuarding against an attack grants this weapon 50% Sword energy and grants
the next charged heavy attack 100% increased damage. Damage to Lightbearers
is greatly reduced.Under PressureLegendaryPerkThis weapon gains improved stability and accuracy as the magazine gets
lowerm up to 30 stability and 30 accuracy.UnderdogRarePerkThis weapon’s reload time is shortened by 50% when your health is below
50%.United FrontRarePerkGrants your drawn weapon 18% increased damage for 6s whenever you or your
allies score final blows. Damage to Lightbearers is greatly reduced.UnrelentingLegendaryPerkRapidly defeating targets restores 200 health. Lightbearers and Elite
combatants count as more than one kill.Vicious SurgeRarePerkPrecision hits with the top half of the magazine grant the lower half 24%
increased precision damage. Stacks 3x. Damage to Lightbearers is greatly
reduced.Voodoo DollMythicPerkBody shots deal precision damage to combatants below 30% health.
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Perk Upgrade:
Targets below 50% health take +15% precision damage.Vorpal WeaponMythicPerkDeals 32% increased damage against bosses, powerful combatants, and
Lightbearers in their Super. Damage to Lightbearers is greatly reduced.War Machine LearningExoticPerkConsecutive strikes will surround the target with criticality points. Hit
these points to deal higher damage.Wartime ConditionsLegendaryOrigin TraitGrants 10 increased stability and 10 increased accuracy for 5s after
swapping to this weapon. For Swords, grants 20 increased guard resistance
and 20 endurance.
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Extra Foundry Effect:
Damage +2.5%Whirlwind BladeLegendaryPerkRapid sword strikes grant 6% increased damage for a short duration. Stacks
5x. Damage to Lightbearers is greatly reduced.Wire RifleExoticIntrinsic TraitHolding the reload button toggles this weapon’s sights and changes its
firing mode.Wound CounterMythicPerkWhen all rounds in a single trigger pull hit the same target, the next
shot gains 20% increased damage. Stacks 3x. Damage to Lightbearers is
greatly reduced.Yelnya GuardsLegendaryOrigin TraitDefeating targets within a 6-meter radius of yourself or an ally
immediately triggers your or your ally’s health regeneration.
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Extra Foundry Effect:
Damage +2.5%Yin & YangRarePerkGrants 12% increased damage when above 50% health and 25% increased health
regeneration speed when below 50% health. Damage to Lightbearers is greatly
reduced.Zen MomentLegendaryPerkCausing damage with this weapon improves stability over time, up to 50.

Conclusion

Mastering Weapon Perks and Traits in Destiny Rising is the key to unlocking your arsenal’s full potential. Intrinsic traits define how a weapon naturally performs, origin traits add unique bonuses tied to its manufacturer, and perks bring the variability that can make each weapon drop feel exciting and powerful. Combined with rarity tiers — Mythic, Legendary, Rare, and Exotic — these systems ensure no two weapons feel exactly the same.

By understanding how these traits work together, you’ll be able to choose the right rolls, experiment with different loadouts, and build strategies that maximize your effectiveness in every fight. For more guides, please check out Theria Games!

Frequently Asked Questions (F.A.Q)

❓ What are Intrinsic Traits in Destiny Rising?

Intrinsic Traits are built-in characteristics that define how a weapon naturally performs, such as its fire rate, burst type, or special function.

❓ What are Origin Traits?

Origin Traits are tied to the weapon’s manufacturer or source, giving it unique bonuses and identity based on where it came from.

❓ What are Perks and why are they important?

Perks are randomly rolled abilities that can dramatically change a weapon’s effectiveness. The right perk combination can turn an average weapon into a powerhouse.

❓ Do weapon rarities affect perks and traits?

Yes. Rarity determines the strength and availability of perks and traits: Mythic and Exotic weapons have top-tier effects, while Rare weapons have simpler ones.

❓ Can two of the same weapons have different perks?

Yes. Since perks are randomly rolled, two of the same weapons can perform very differently depending on their rolls.