What Makes Lucky Pants Stand Out in Destiny 2?
The Lucky Pants are a unique piece of Exotic Leg Armor designed exclusively for Hunters. What sets these pants apart is their ability to enhance Handcannon damage through the powerful Exotic Perk:
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- When you ready a fully loaded Handcannon that deals Kinetic damage or a damage type that matches your subclass, each hit from that Handcannon increases the damage of the next shot for a short time.
- Handcannons ready faster and are more accurate after swapping.
- Provides a small boost to airborne effectiveness while the buff is active.
This perk really shines when you focus on consecutive hits with Handcannons. Hunters who can consistently land their shots will benefit greatly from the Lucky Pants, making Handcannons even more lethal in their hands.
Pairing the Lucky Pants with iconic weapons like the Ace of Spades and Malfeasance can elevate your gameplay even further. The Ace of Spades, in particular, aligns perfectly with the Kinetic requirement of the Lucky Pants, making it a formidable combination.
Acquiring the Lucky Pants in Destiny 2
Now that you’re aware of the benefits of Lucky Pants, let’s talk about how you can obtain a pair for yourself.
Lucky Pants can be acquired as random world drops inside Exotic Engrams. One efficient way to earn these Engrams is by completing nine Vanguard Strikes, which will reward you with three Engrams. While there is a weekly limit to farming Strikes for Exotic Engrams, it’s still a solid method to increase your chances of getting Lucky Pants.
For those feeling lucky, Xur occasionally offers the Lucky Pants during his weekly visits. However, his inventory is unpredictable, so it’s uncertain when or if he will have the Lucky Pants available again.
Another avenue to obtain Exotics, including the Lucky Pants, is through Vex Incursions that periodically occur on Neomuna. These events require Guardians to team up and take on waves of Vex enemies. While challenging, Vex Incursions guarantee an Exotic armor piece that you don’t already own, making them a valuable source for expanding your Exotic collection.
Don’t forget to also diversify your arsenal by exploring Legendary weapons in addition to your Exotics, as there are some exceptional guns waiting to be discovered.