These Are The ONLY Primaries Worth Using!

Summary

In this video, the host discusses underutilized primary weapons in the game that offer powerful utility for endgame players. With the recent patch affecting heavy ammo finders, the focus shifts to primaries that excel beyond AD clear. Highlighted weapons include the No Hesitations for support, Wardens Law for synergy with Lucky Pants, and Vulpecula for its Shoot to Loot perk. The video also suggests alternatives for players unable to acquire specific weapons, emphasizing the versatility and strategic use of these primaries in various game modes.

Takeaways

• 🎮 The video discusses the best primary weapons in a game, focusing on their utility and effectiveness for endgame and serious players.
• 🔄 The speaker traditionally preferred special weapons for AD clear due to their efficiency, but acknowledges the power of certain primary weapons with new archetypes.
• 🚫 A recent patch by Bungie changed the way heavy ammo finders work, affecting the balance between primary and special weapons, particularly impacting double special weapon setups.
• 🔄 The importance of understanding a primary weapon's role in the current meta is highlighted, with a shift from AD clear to other utilities.
• 🆕 'No Hesitations' is introduced as a primary weapon with a support frame that offers healing and damage buff capabilities, especially when built around specific perks like 'Physic'.
• 🔧 The 'No Hesitations' works by filling a reticle bar through damage or ability use, which when full, allows the player to buff teammates with healing or damage increase.
• 💊 'Physic' perk on 'No Hesitations' provides restoration, a strong healing verb in the game, benefiting both the shooter and the teammate.
• 📈 'Warden's Law' hand cannon is highlighted for its synergy with the 'Lucky Pants' buff, allowing for high damage output in specific situations.
• 🔫 The 'Shoot to Loot' perk is praised for its utility, especially when paired with 'Explosive Payload' on weapons like 'Vulpecula', allowing for ammo resupply from a distance.
• 🔄 Alternatives to 'Vulpecula' are suggested, such as 'Hung Jury' and 'Veiled Threats', offering similar utility with 'Shoot to Loot' in different weapon types.
• 🔗 The video ends with an invitation to join the speaker's Discord server for more community engagement and access to build links.

Q & A

What is the main topic of the video script?

The main topic of the video script is discussing some of the best primary weapons in the game that are often overlooked but offer powerful utility for endgame and serious players.

Why has the role of primary weapons changed in the current meta?

The role of primary weapons has changed due to new weapon archetypes and a recent patch by Bungie that affected the way heavy ammo finders spawn, making primary weapons more viable for certain situations.

What is the purpose of a primary weapon in the current meta according to the script?

In the current meta, the purpose of a primary weapon is not just for AD clear but also for offering utility and achieving other effects that special weapons cannot do as effectively.

What are the downsides of using primary weapons for AD clear compared to special weapons?

Primary weapons generally have downsides such as lower damage output and slower ammo regeneration when used for AD clear compared to special weapons like the Riskrunner or Forbearance.

What is the 'No Hesitations' weapon and what makes it unique?

The 'No Hesitations' is a support frame auto rifle that offers utility by providing buffs to teammates through a reticle bar that fills up as you deal damage or use abilities. It can also heal and provide a damage buff.

How does the 'No Hesitations' weapon synergize with the 'Physic' perk?

The 'No Hesitations' weapon synergizes with the 'Physic' perk by providing a healing effect that grants 5 seconds of restoration, which is a strong healing verb in the game.

What is the 'Warden's Law' and why is it particularly effective with the 'Lucky Pants' buff?

The 'Warden's Law' is a hand cannon that synergizes well with the 'Lucky Pants' buff, which is a stacking damage buff for hand cannons. It is effective because it can quickly proc the perk due to its high fire rate, allowing for significant damage output.

What are some recommended perks for the 'Warden's Law' hand cannon?

Recommended perks for the 'Warden's Law' include 'Enlightened Action' or 'Rapid Hit' mixed with 'Vorpal Weapon' for optimal damage output.

Why are 'Shoot to Loot' weapons beneficial in the current game meta?

'Shoot to Loot' weapons are beneficial because they allow players to retrieve ammo from a distance, which can be safer and more efficient, especially in situations where pushing up to collect ammo is risky.

What is the 'Vulpecula' and why is it considered a good option for 'Shoot to Loot'?

The 'Vulpecula' is a weapon that can be paired with the 'Shoot to Loot' perk and 'Explosive Payload' for a forgiving playstyle, allowing players to pick up ammo from the ground with ease and maintain ammo reserves more consistently.

What are some alternatives to the 'Vulpecula' for players who cannot access it?

Alternatives to the 'Vulpecula' include the 'Hung Jury' from Onslaught with 'Shoot to Loot' and 'Explosive Payload', and the 'Veiled Threats' auto rifle with 'Shoot to Loot' and 'Desperate Measures' for a fast-firing option.