Destiny 2 Menagerie Weapon Guide

Okay, Guardians, let's talk Menagerie. Remember that place? Feels like a lifetime ago, doesn't it? Back when we were all trying to impress Calus with our… murder skills? Good times. Good loot. But let's be honest, we were really there for the weapons.

The Weapons: The Stars of the Show

The Menagerie weapon pool? Chef's kiss! So many good rolls, so much potential for god-tier damage. And the best part? Targeting specific weapons. Ah, memories! I spent an embarrassing amount of time in that place. Let's dive into some highlights, shall we?

Beloved: The Sniper You Actually Loved (Maybe)

First up, Beloved. Sniper rifles. Some people adore them, others (like me, usually) find them about as useful as a chocolate teapot in a Crucible match. But Beloved? This one had something special. Maybe it was the clean scope. Maybe it was the snappy handling. Maybe it was just the sheer satisfaction of headshotting a Cabal legionary from across the map.

Unpopular opinion time: Beloved with Quickdraw and Snapshot Sights was, and maybe still is, one of the best feeling snipers EVER. Fight me.

Austringer: The Hand Cannon That Roared

Next, we have Austringer. Ah, a 140 RPM hand cannon. A classic. Everyone loves a good hand cannon. And Austringer? It delivered. Rangefinder? Kill Clip? Eye of the Storm? You name it, you could roll it. It felt good, sounded good, and looked even better with the right shader. Plus, channeling your inner space cowboy is always a win.

I'm pretty sure I grinded for a Rangefinder and Rampage Austringer until my eyes bled. Was it worth it? Absolutely. Did I ever actually use it that much? That's a story for another day.

Drang (Baroque): The Sidearm That Wasn't a Joke

Okay, sidearms get a bad rap. Usually, they're the weapon you accidentally equip when you're panicking and fumbling with your controller. But Drang (Baroque)? It's different. It has a certain… panache. Plus, it pairs perfectly with Sturm. Who doesn't love a good combo?

Calus Mini-Tool: The SMG That Sings (of Purple Goo)

And now for my personal favorite, Calus Mini-Tool. This thing? Absolute beast. A lightweight frame, so you can zoom around like a caffeinated squirrel. Plus, if you paired it with the right perks, it became a hip-firing monster. Add in the fact that it just looked cool, dripping with that weird Calus aesthetic, and you've got a winner.

I might be biased (okay, I am biased), but I think Calus Mini-Tool is one of the most underrated SMGs in Destiny history. There, I said it.

The Runes: The Secret Sauce

Of course, you can't talk about Menagerie weapons without mentioning the runes. Finding the right combination felt like cracking a Da Vinci Code-level puzzle. And then, the payoff! That feeling when you got the exact roll you were hunting for? Pure, unadulterated Destiny bliss.

Seriously, though, someone needs to bring back targeted loot farming. I miss the days of feeling like I had some control over my weapon rolls. Randomness is great and all, but sometimes you just want to grind for that one thing. You know?

The Legacy: Why We Still Talk About It

So, why are we still talking about Menagerie weapons? Because they were good. They felt good to use, they looked cool, and the farming process was (mostly) enjoyable. Plus, they represent a simpler time in Destiny. A time before sunsetting (shudders). A time when we could just grind for the perfect roll and then actually use it for more than a season.

Maybe one day, Bungie will bring back the Menagerie (or something like it). Until then, we'll just have to keep dreaming of those perfect rolls and reminiscing about the good old days. And who knows, maybe I'll dust off my Calus Mini-Tool and take it for a spin. Just for old time's sake.