Character Creation and Customization:
Destiny 2 offers various customization options for your Guardian, but the extent of customization has evolved over time. Initially, character customization was limited to the creation phase, where players could choose their class, race, gender, and facial features including hair, markings, and skin color.
However, significant updates have since introduced more flexible customization options. With the "Into the Light" update, players can now modify their Guardian's appearance anytime at no cost. This includes changing the body type, face, hair, and markings, though you cannot change from one race to another (e.g., from Human to Awoken).
Armor Customization:
Armor Synthesis (Transmog): Destiny 2 employs an armor synthesis system where players can change the appearance of their armor to look like other armor sets they've collected. This system requires interaction with Ada-1, the vendor who oversees the Loom, to unlock and apply universal ornaments.
Players need to complete bounties to earn the materials (Synthweave) needed for this process. It's worth noting that this customization is limited to aesthetic changes and does not affect armor stats or perks.
Recent Updates and Features:
•Post-Character Creation Customization: An update before "The Final Shape" expansion introduced the ability to change character appearance after initial creation, addressing long-standing player requests. This feature allows for free modifications to hair, body type, face, and markings without limit, although changing race or origin is not possible.
•Armor 2.0: With the Shadowkeep expansion, Bungie introduced Armor 2.0, which not only expanded how players could customize their armor's stats but also made cosmetic changes more accessible through the Appearance Subscreen in the inventory.
Community Feedback and Expectations:
The community has expressed a strong desire for more diverse customization options, including calls for beards, more varied hairstyles, and the ability to change origins like from Awoken to Exo. While some of these requests have been addressed, others like changing origins remain unimplemented, reflecting ongoing community discussions and expectations.
Additional Notes
Customization extends beyond just character appearance; players can customize their Ghosts, ships, and weapons through shaders and ornaments, providing a comprehensive way to personalize their Destiny 2 experience.
Note: Remember, while these customization options provide a way to personalize your Guardian's look, gameplay mechanics like class abilities and stats remain tied to your class and equipment, not your character's appearance. If you're looking to dive deeper into Destiny 2's customization, exploring these updates and systems is key to fully expressing your Guardian's style. |
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