While some Destiny 2 fans deeply mourned SIVA (which seems dead for good) in the Heliostat mission, others were overjoyed by Wolfsbane, the new Exotic axe. Unlocking this weapon’s full potential requires upgrading its intrinsic, which is done by finding secrets in the activity.
Heliostat has two different sets of collectibles. The large, glowing, totally inconspicuous Vex symbols are required to upgrade Wolfsbane’s Resurgence Directive intrinsic, while the datapads and terminals are the key to unlocking its four catalysts. We’ve explained the important (and missable) locations needed to juice up your axe below.
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How to upgrade Wolfsbane’s intrinsic in Destiny 2
While you can shape the battleaxe as soon as you’ve wrapped up your first run of Heliostat, the biggest shaping options are locked behind upgrades. There are three sets of Vex nodes scattered at key points of the mission, and you must destroy them with Wolfsbane to unlock the respective upgrade. Hitting them with anything else shows an Immune prompt.
In a solo run, we had to break all nine Vex nodes, but the math appears different when it comes to fireteams. Seemingly, the symbols are tied to the number of players who haven’t unlocked that intrinsic. Theoretically, in a full team, each guardian should only need to break one set of shapes, though your mileage may vary. If you’re by yourself, you should get an intrinsic after each group of three symbols.
First Wolfsbane intrinsic upgrade location (Resurgence Directive II)
The three glyphs in the first set of symbols required for the Wolfsbane intrinsic are shaped like diamonds. After you’ve destroyed the four security nodes at the beginning, drop down into an area filled with water and look for the first symbol in the one dimly lit alcove. It’s to the left of the terminal and directly opposite the correct exit, on the far side of the room.
The next diamond is in the following section. Keep going until you see an alcove with a lamp slightly above you. Look to your left once you get there, or turn right if you jump across.
The final diamond is past that area, when you enter a dark corridor. This small alcove is hidden behind a pipe, which is difficult to see if you don’t move around. Go to the room with the long walkway in front of it, then look for the unlit nook below and to your right.
Second Wolfsbane intrinsic upgrade location (Resurgence Directive III)
The next set of symbols is in the longer parkour section. You’ll find them in a different order depending on the path you choose, but what matters is breaking all shapes with Wolfsbane.
After climbing on the elevator on the right, you’ll reach an area with two Goblins shooting at you from a ledge up high, with a short, yellow walkway to their right. Look for this symbol across from the Goblins, hidden behind a wall.
The remaining two shapes appear on the other side of the room. They’re very visible and are right in your path. One is just off the beginning, while the other isn’t too far ahead.
Third Wolfsbane intrinsic upgrade location (Resurgence Directive IV)
The boss room is sectioned off into three parts: the main area and the two adjoining rooms required for the hacking mechanic. There’s a symbol in each of them.
From your spawn point, one of the squares is on the back left of the room. There’s one more in the area where you summon the hacking Psion, floating above a computer terminal. The final shape you need is to your left after breaking through the second wall with the Quicksilver Psion.
If you’ve destroyed all symbols, you should obtain the three necessary intrinsics, though being on a fireteam may net different results. This lets you shape the handle and blades (yes, plural) on Wolfsbane, giving you a little room to design this weapon as you’d like.
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