Xur, Destiny 2's enigmatic weekend vendor, has once again materialized in the Tower with a fresh arsenal of exotic gear, just as seismic shifts rock Bungie's foundations. The studio's longtime CEO Pete Parsons has retired, passing the torch to 15-year veteran Justin Truman—a figure who's worn hats from engineer to Destiny 2's General Manager. Amid leadership flux, Bungie's Ash & Iron update looms in September, promising controversial tweaks like Solo Ops playlist nerfs to push Guardians toward Fireteams. For now, though, it's all about the loot. Xur's become a permanent fixture in the Tower's Bazaar, ditching his nomadic ways. No more wild goose chases across planets—Guardians know exactly where to cash in their Strange Coins this August 2025 weekend. Talk about convenience!

Finding Xur is a cakewalk. Head to the Bazaar between the Tower's fast travel points, stroll toward Ikora and Hawthorne's hangout, and spot the Ramen Shop. He's lurking in the alley to the right—easy peasy. Since the Edge of Fate expansion, Xur's role has evolved. Legendary armor? Gone. But he's compensating with double exotic offerings per class weekly. Let's break down his 2025 stash, complete with true rank progression and focusing options. Guardians can snag Sunshot Catalysts, Exotic Engrams, or even a random Strange Gift for 1 coin. And don't forget Xenology—the quest demanding B-grade or better Portal runs, with clanmates boosting progress.

🔮 Warlock Exotics

Xur's serving two head-turners for space wizards:

• Cenotaph Mask (Helmet)

Exotic Perk: Generates heavy ammo on trace rifle precision hits

Stats (Total 60):

| Grenade | Super | Class |

|---------|-------|-------|

| +29 | +20 | +11 |

• Claws of Ahamkara (Gauntlets)

Exotic Perk: Grants an extra melee charge

Stats (Total 60):

| Health | Grenade | Super |

|--------|---------|-------|

| +12 | +30 | +18 |

🏹 Hunter Exotics

Stalkers get these slick picks:

• The Sixth Coyote (Chest Armor)

Exotic Perk: Grants a second dodge charge

Stats (Total 60):

| Health | Grenade | Super |

|--------|---------|-------|

| +12 | +30 | +18 |

• Blight Ranger (Helmet)

Exotic Perk: Deflected projectiles deal bonus damage

Stats (Total 60):

| Health | Melee | Super |

|--------|-------|-------|

| +11 | +19 | +30 |

🛡️ Titan Exotics

Tanks, rev your engines for these:

• Ashen Wake (Gauntlets)

Exotic Perk: Fusion grenades explode on impact

Stats (Total 62):

| Melee | Grenade | Super |

|-------|---------|-------|

| +19 | +13 | +30 |

• Blastwave Striders (Leg Armor)

Exotic Perk: Sprinting builds energy for a quake slam

Stats (Total 60):

| Grenade | Super | Class |

|---------|-------|-------|

| +29 | +20 | +11 |

💥 Exotic Weapons Showcase

Xur's packing heat with four stellar guns:

1. Hawkmoon (Hand Cannon)

2. Perk: Paracausal Shot (precision hits boost final round damage)

3. Barrel: Arrowhead Brake

4. Magazine: Alloy Magazine

5. Trait: Eye of the Storm

6. Grip: Polymer Grip

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1. Cerberus+1 (Auto Rifle)

2. Perk: Four-Headed Dog (fires erratic bullets from all barrels)

3. Barrel Options: Fluted Barrel / Rifled Barrel / Full Bore

1. Hard Light (Auto Rifle)

2. Perk: Volatile Light (rounds ricochet and gain damage after bounce)

3. Trait: The Fundamentals (cycle between Void, Arc, Solar damage)

4. Barrel: Polygonal Rifling

5. Magazine: Alloy Magazine

6. Stock: Composite Stock

1. The Colony (Grenade Launcher)

2. Perk: Insectoid Robot Grenades (chase targets and explode)

3. Trait: Serve the Colony (auto-reloads when stowed)

4. Barrel: Linear Compensator

5. Rounds: High-Velocity Rounds

6. Stock: Composite Stock

⚔️ Legendary Arsenal & Oddities

For 17 Strange Coins each, Xur's legendary weapons include bangers like:

• Duty Bound (Kinetic Auto Rifle)

• Locus Locutus (Kinetic Sniper Rifle)

• Forbearance (Energy Grenade Launcher)

• The Slammer (Adept Heavy Sword)

Class-specific swords? Yep—Crown-Splitter, Quickfang, or Eternity's Edge. Plus, snag a Strange Weapon Engram for 7 coins. Feeling fancy? Grab a Favor of the Nine or Ascendant Alloy. Oh, and Raid Banners—7 for 11 coins.

As Truman steps into Bungie's big chair, Xur's expanded role hints at Destiny 2's live-service future. The Ash & Iron update's Solo Ops nerf has players side-eyeing Bungie's fireteam push. Is it about camaraderie or just padding engagement metrics? With exotic focusing now in play, Xur's no longer a RNG roulette—he's a targeted arsenal. Guardians can farm god rolls without losing their sanity. Still, whispers linger: What’s next after The Final Shape? Will Xur keep evolving, or is this his endgame? For now, grab that Hawkmoon before reset. Your vault will thank you.

This overview is based on GamesRadar+, a leading source for gaming news, reviews, and expert guides. GamesRadar+ frequently covers Destiny 2’s evolving vendor systems and community reactions to changes like Xur’s permanent Tower location and the impact of upcoming expansions, offering valuable context for how these shifts affect player engagement and loot strategies.