Every week in Destiny 2, players encounter a fresh Ascendant Challenge, presenting a unique set of difficulties and rewarding completionists with invaluable treasures from the enchanting realm of The Dreaming City. These challenges are not only ingrained in the game’s lore but also play a vital role in unlocking prestigious titles like Cursebreaker and contributing to various triumphs, making them essential for both new and seasoned Guardians.
As the details regarding their locations are often obscure, this guide aims to outline this week’s challenge, along with insights into the full schedule and the rewards that accompany Revenant Act 3.
Current Ascendant Challenge: Keep of Honed Edges
This week, players will tackle the Keep of Honed Edges Ascendant Challenge, which will be available until the next reset on January 28, 2025. To access this challenge, navigate to the designated area shown in the accompanying image and utilize the Ascendance buff to unveil the necessary platforms for entry.
Begin by drinking a Tincture of Queensfoil, which allows you to ascend and gain access to the nearby portal leading into the challenge.
Locating the Ascendant Challenge
To embark on the Keep of Honed Edges challenge, venture to The Dreaming City and proceed northeast towards Rheasilvia. Continue traveling northeast until reaching a massive monastery, following the central corridor through the structure.
As you push forward, you will arrive at Harbinger’s Seclude. Continue along the right pathway, defeating any Taken enemies you encounter, and proceed through a large open area and a winding staircase.
Eventually, you will find yourself approaching a bridge leading to a statue, crowned with a portal. To enter the Ascendant Challenge, hydrate with a Tincture of Queensfoil and utilize your parkour skills to reach it. Alternatively, players using the Stasis or Strand subclasses can skip the platforming sequences with their unique moves.
Ascendant Challenge Rotation for Revenant Act 3
The Ascendant Challenge schedule for Revenant Act 3 rotates each week, showcasing various challenges and locations. Below is the complete rotation:
| Date | Ascendant Challenge | Location |
|---|---|---|
| January 7 | Forfeit Shrine | Gardens of Esila |
| January 14 | Shattered Ruins | Spine of Keres |
| January 21 | Keep of Honed Edges | Harbinger’s Seclude |
| January 28 | Agonarch Abyss | Bay of Drowned Wishes |
| February 4 | Cimmerian Garrison | Chamber of Starlight |
| February 11 | Ouroborea | Aphelion’s Rest |
| February 18 | Forfeit Shrine | Gardens of Esila |
Rewards for Ascendant Challenges
Completing Ascendant Challenges grants players access to Powerful Weapons drawn from The Dreaming City’s extensive loot pool, which can be upgraded with Upgrade Modules to elevate your power level.
To maximize your rewards this week, do not forget to acquire Petra Venj’s weekly bounty before tackling the Ascendant Challenge, as it will yield an additional drop from the loot pool.
Here’s a look at some of the weapons you can obtain through these challenges:
| Weapon | Archetype | Perk 1 | Perk 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
 Abide the Return |
Solar Sword | Duelist’s Trance | Attrition Orbs |
 Retold Speech |
Void Shotgun | Lead From Gold | Barrel Constrictor |
 Sleepless |
Arc Rocket Launcher | Auto-Loading Holster | Attrition Orbs |
 Tigerspite |
Kinetic Auto Rifle | Fragile Focus | Attrition Orbs |
 Twilight Oath |
Solar Sniper Rifle | Enlightened Action | High Ground |
 Vouchsafe |
Void Scout Rifle | FTTC | Attrition Orbs |
 Waking Vigil |
Arc Hand Cannon | Envious Assassin | Attrition Orbs |
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