Slayer’s Fang Guide: God Rolls & Acquisition

The **Slayer’s Fang** stands out as a versatile Void exotic shotgun introduced in Destiny 2’s Episode: Revenant Act 3. This craftable special weapon excels in both PvE and PvP scenarios thanks to its unique Nightsworn Sight perk, which fires tracking submunitions after precision final blows, and customizable traits via crafting. Players can tailor it for high damage output or competitive edge through specific god rolls and enhancements like catalysts.

Unlocking the Slayer’s Fang Exotic Shotgun

Acquiring Slayer’s Fang is straightforward but requires progression in the Episode: Revenant storyline. Begin by advancing through Act 3 until the Kell’s Fall exotic mission unlocks. This mission is notably concise compared to others like Encore, making it accessible for solo or fireteam play.

• Progress the main Revenant questline to Act 3.
• Launch the Kell’s Fall mission from the Director.
• Complete objectives, including enemy encounters and platforming sections, to receive the base weapon.
• Upon first completion, extract a red-border pattern from the final reward chest in the Enclave for crafting access.

Multiple runs yield additional resources like Revenant Essence, which upgrades to Revenant Empowerment after collecting 10 stacks, boosting mission efficiency. The mission features mirrors, husks, and a boss fight against The Mindbender, emphasizing Void abilities and precision shots.

Crafting Options and Customization

Once the pattern is unlocked, head to the Enclave to craft Slayer’s Fang. It supports various barrels, magazines, stocks, and catalysts, allowing personalization. Key components include:

The intrinsic Nightsworn Sight perk activates submunitions on precision kills, synergizing with Void builds for crowd control and sustained damage.

Optimal PvE Builds for Slayer’s Fang

In PvE, Slayer’s Fang shines against majors and elites due to its slug shotgun archetype, offering ~12-meter one-hit kills to the head. Pair it with Radiant or Weaken effects for body-shot potential. Recommended god roll prioritizes handling and rate of fire:

This setup excels in strikes, dungeons, and raids, where mobility and sustained fire matter. Cascade Point ramps damage after precision hits, ideal for add clear.

Top PvP Configurations

For Crucible and Trials, range and handling define shotgun viability. Slayer’s Fang’s slug nature demands precision, but submunitions provide cleanup on misses. Focus on maxing range:

A-tier performance in PvP, especially with weakening debuffs for body shots.

Acquiring Catalysts: Quest Breakdown

Slayer’s Fang offers four catalysts, each from short quest chains post-mission unlock. Complete them via the Enclave or mission replays:

• Repulsor Brace: Defeat enemies with Void abilities near downed foes.
• Loose Change: Rapid precision kills on weakened targets.
• Stats for All: Multikills with submunitions.
• Cascade Point: Precision chains in high-mobility scenarios.

These enhance the weapon’s versatility, with Repulsor Brace being most universal.

Unlocking Intrinsic Perk Upgrades

Three hidden intrinsic upgrades—Nightsworn Sight refinements—require collectibles in Kell’s Fall. First, complete the mission twice to reveal all organ notes. Input codes on the starting organ (stand on the white platform, enter left-to-right symbols):

• Code 1: Spawns collectible #1.
• Code 2: For #2.
• Code 3: For #3.

Collectible Locations

1. Near Organ: Face organ, go right up stairs, through hallways to open door room.
2. Pre-Encounter: After first mirror husks, straight to unlocked door (not right).
3. Pre-Mindbender: Rally room, right to fire pit (crouch chains), plus two mirrors (right/left).

Activate all, return to rally for final door. Rewards unlock Nightsworn Sight 2/3 and refits. Multiple runs possible for efficiency.

Advanced Tips and Synergies

Pair Slayer’s Fang with Void subclasses like Nightstalker for tether synergy or Prismatic for element flexibility. In endgame, it clears husks effectively during Kell’s Fall replays. Stats prioritize Range (20+), Handling (60+), and Stability. Test rolls in the Throne World or Cosmodrome for feel.

For crafting, level the weapon via patterns for enhanced intrinsics. Red borders drop on mission chests, enabling pattern progress.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How long is the Kell’s Fall mission?

Shorter than average exotics, 20-40 minutes solo.

Is Slayer’s Fang craftable?

Yes, after red-border pattern from first clear.

Best catalyst for beginners?

Repulsor Brace for defensive play.

Can I get all intrinsics in one run?

No, requires two prior clears and code inputs; multiple runs needed.

PvE or PvP stronger?

A-tier both; PvE for add clear, PvP for precision.

Performance Benchmarks

In testing, crafted rolls hit 12m PvP range, with Cascade yielding 20% DPS spikes. Submunitions track reliably post-precision.