Unlock the Destiny 2 Mistral Lift: A Guide to Obtaining This Powerful Linear Fusion Rifle
The Dawning event in Destiny 2 has returned, bringing with it the opportunity to bake treats for NPCs and farm for new weapons, including the coveted Mistral Lift. This guide outlines how to acquire the Mistral Lift and its optimal god roll.
Acquiring the Mistral Lift
The Mistral Lift, a Linear Fusion Rifle exclusive to The Dawning event, has a limited-time availability. You can obtain it from Eva Levante by trading one "Gift in Return" and 25 Dawning Spirits. Eva also sells Festive Engrams for a "Gift in Return" and 10 Dawning Spirits, although this method doesn't guarantee the Mistral Lift.
To earn a "Gift in Return," bake a Dawning treat (like the Neomun-Cake) and present it to an NPC. Dawning Spirits, the event's currency, are earned by completing Dawning quests and bounties obtained daily from Eva.
Once you've gathered sufficient "Gifts in Return" and Dawning Spirits, visit Eva to directly purchase the Mistral Lift or a Festive Engram. Repeat this process until you acquire your desired roll.
The God Roll for PvE Domination
While Linear Fusion Rifles haven't always been meta in Destiny 2, the Mistral Lift excels in PvE, particularly for solo players. The recommended god roll is:
| Stat | Roll |
|---|---|
| Barrel | Fluted Barrel |
| Battery | Enhanced Battery |
| Perk 1 | Withering Gaze |
| Perk 2 | Bait and Switch |
| Masterwork | Handling |
The combination of Withering Gaze (for enemy debuffs) and Bait and Switch (a 30% damage boost after aiming down sights for a second) makes this weapon incredibly potent in PvE encounters. Consider Envious Assassin in place of Withering Gaze for group play, though both are excellent choices.
Fluted Barrel, Enhanced Battery, and Handling as a Masterwork further enhance stability and ammo capacity.
PvP Performance
While not ideal for PvP due to its Linear Fusion Rifle nature, the Mistral Lift's PvE capabilities make it a worthwhile acquisition for players focusing on PvE content.
This concludes the guide on obtaining the Mistral Lift and its optimal god roll in Destiny 2. For more Destiny 2 tips and strategies, be sure to check out The Escapist.
