The “Unfinished Business” quest in Destiny 2: Lightfall rewards players with the Deterministic Chaos Exotic Machine Gun. Here’s how to unlock it:
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Prerequisites
- Complete the Lightfall Campaign: You must first finish the main story campaign of the Lightfall expansion.
Starting the Quest
After completing the Lightfall campaign, the Unfinished Business quest should automatically become available. Visit Nimbus and Osiris in Neomuna to initiate the questline.
Quest Steps
The quest involves a series of steps, including combat encounters, scavenger hunts, and a special mission.
Detailed Walkthrough
While the specific steps may vary slightly, here’s a general outline of what you can expect:
- Initial Dialogue: Speak with Nimbus and Osiris to receive your initial objectives. They’ll task you with investigating some of Rohan’s lost research.
- Collect Cipher Quanta: This usually involves defeating enemies in specific locations on Neomuna. Look for enemies marked with quest icons. You’ll likely need to defeat Vex and Cabal.
- Complete the “Partition” Mission: This is a unique mission with specific objectives. Pay attention to the mission prompts to understand what you need to do. This mission will test your combat skills and require you to navigate challenging environments.
- More Combat and Collection: The quest will likely involve more rounds of defeating enemies, collecting items, and completing public events on Neomuna. Read the quest descriptions carefully to understand your targets.
- Final Confrontation: The quest culminates in a final encounter. Be prepared for a challenging fight.
- Claim Your Reward: After completing all the steps, return to Nimbus to claim your Deterministic Chaos Exotic Machine Gun.
Tips for Success
- Power Level: Ensure your power level is appropriate for the activities in Neomuna. Being under-leveled will make the quest significantly more difficult.
- Team Up: Consider playing with friends or joining a fireteam through the Destiny 2 companion app. Having allies can make the combat encounters easier.
- Weapon Choice: Equip weapons that are effective against both Vex and Cabal. Void weapons can be particularly useful.
- Read Quest Descriptions: Pay close attention to the quest descriptions to understand your objectives and any specific requirements;
- Utilize Neomuna’s Features: Take advantage of the Strand subclass abilities and the various environmental features of Neomuna to gain an advantage in combat.
By following these steps and tips, you’ll be well on your way to acquiring the Deterministic Chaos and completing the Unfinished Business quest in Destiny 2: Lightfall.
Troubleshooting
If you’re having trouble getting the quest to appear after completing the Lightfall campaign, try the following:
- Check the Quest Archive: Go to the Tower and check the Quest Archive terminal near the Postmaster. Sometimes quests are automatically added to your inventory but don’t appear immediately.
- Talk to Nimbus Again: Revisit Nimbus in Neomuna. Sometimes simply talking to them again can trigger the quest to start.
- Restart Your Game: A simple restart can sometimes resolve minor glitches that prevent quests from appearing.
- Verify Game Files: If you’re playing on PC, verify the integrity of your game files through Steam or the Epic Games Launcher. Corrupted files can sometimes cause issues with quest progression.
- Check BungieHelp on Twitter: Follow BungieHelp on Twitter for updates on known issues and potential workarounds.
Deterministic Chaos: What to Expect
The Deterministic Chaos is a Void Machine Gun with unique perks:
- Heavy Metal: Every fourth shot weakens targets.
- Deterministic Overload: Every fourth shot becomes a heavy projectile that suppresses targets.
This weapon is particularly effective against Champions and other challenging enemies, making it a valuable addition to your arsenal.
Alternatives and Similar Quests
If you’re looking for other Exotic quests in Destiny 2, consider exploring:
- Presage: Rewards the Dead Man’s Tale Scout Rifle.
- Vox Obscura: Rewards the Dead Messenger Grenade Launcher.
- The Witch Queen Campaign: Completing the Legendary difficulty campaign unlocks a choice of two Exotic armor pieces.
These quests offer challenging content and rewarding loot, providing hours of gameplay.
Final Thoughts
The Unfinished Business quest is a rewarding experience that not only grants you a powerful Exotic weapon but also delves deeper into the lore of Neomuna and the ongoing battle against the Witness. Good luck, Guardian!
