Destiny 2 Teases Return of a Classic Weapon in Episode: Heresy

Destiny 2 players are buzzing with speculation that the legendary hand cannon, The Palindrome, will return with the February launch of Episode: Heresy. This excitement stems from a cryptic palindrome tweet by the official Destiny 2 team, a wordplay mirroring the weapon's name. With Destiny 2 recently experiencing a dip in player numbers, many hope Episode: Heresy will revitalize the game before the year's later content drop, codenamed Frontiers.

Episode: Revenant, the current episode, hasn't met with universal acclaim. Community feedback criticized its narrative and gameplay, leaving some players feeling underwhelmed. However, Revenant did reintroduce beloved weapons like the Icebreaker sniper rifle, hinting at Bungie's strategy.

The February 4th launch of Episode: Heresy looks set to continue this trend. The aforementioned palindrome tweet, strongly suggesting The Palindrome's return, has fueled fan anticipation. While not officially confirmed, the connection is undeniable, especially given the hand cannon's history in the Destiny franchise.

The Return of The Palindrome: A Chance for Redemption?

This isn't The Palindrome's first appearance in Destiny 2; it was previously available but has been absent since The Witch Queen expansion in 2022. Past iterations haven't lived up to expectations, with less-than-ideal perk combinations disappointing players. Fans are hoping this return will feature a more competitive perk selection.

While details about Episode: Heresy remain scarce beyond its Hive and Dreadnought focus (another beloved element from the original Destiny), more fan-favorite weapon reveals are likely as the launch date approaches.