What are Strange Coins in Destiny 2?

In Destiny 2, Strange Coins are a form of currency used by both Xur and Starhorse. If you want to efficiently farm this currency in the game, here’s how you can do it.

In Destiny 2 The Final Shape, Bungie significantly revamped Xur and his role in the game, making both the vendor and Strange Coins more integral. Previously, Strange Coins could only be used to purchase bounties from the Starhorse.

In Destiny 2 The Final Shape, Legendary Shards have been permanently replaced by Strange Coins as the currency used to purchase items from Xur’s weekly inventory. Read on to learn how to obtain Strange Coins and how to utilize them effectively.

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How to get Strange Coins
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Destiny 2: Understanding Strange Coins

In Destiny 2, Strange Coins are a form of currency that can be used to buy various items such as Ritual Engrams, Exotic Catalysts & Armor, and Legendary Weapons from the vendor Xur every week.

Prior to The Final Shape, these coins were only usable at the Starhorse. However, they have been redesigned in the latest expansion.

You can buy items from Xur’s inventory using this currency.

How to get Strange Coins in Destiny 2

The most effortless method of obtaining Strange Coins in Destiny 2 is by participating in the following in-game activities:

Vanguard Strikes (Including Nightfalls)
Crucible matches
Gambit
Onslaught
Iron Banner
Trials of Osiris

The amount of coins received from completing each activity is entirely unpredictable. If you are hoping to acquire this coin quickly, it is recommended to participate in Crucible matches. However, Onslaught or Vanguard Strikes are also viable options, although they may require a longer completion time.

Unfortunately, completing Dares of Eternity or purchasing the Paraversal Haul from the Starhorse will not grant you Strange Coins as currency.

Purchase this item to get a stack of the Strange Favor buff.

What is the effect of the Strange Favor buff in Destiny 2?

When the Strange Favor buff is in effect, you will receive an additional Strange Coin for every one earned through the aforementioned activities.

To quickly obtain more Strange Coins, one must buy the Favor of the Nine buff from Xur. This will cost 47 Strange Coins in Destiny 2 and grant the Strange Favor buff for 11 days.

When buying items from the Agent of the Nine, be sure to also take a look at the new Stasis Fragments and learn how to unlock all Prismatic Fragments in the game.