What actually makes someone GOOD at Destiny 2?In this deep-dive conversation, I sit down with @TheAegisRelic , a Destiny 2 endgame creator to discuss the hidden psychology behind LFG raiding, why most players struggle to improve, the current DPS meta, Pantheon’s return, sandbox balance, power creep, and what truly makes Destiny’s endgame special.In this Episode we talk about:- Why most Destiny 2 players never improve- The REAL issue with Destiny’s power creep- How DPS metas are actually formed- Rocket Pulses, Lucky Pants, Grapple Melee & the current sandbox- The psychology of LFG groups- Why some raid teams fail- Pantheon returning in 2026- Why Destiny raids create unforgettable experiences- Teaching new and returning players- Raid communication & teamwork- Endgame philosophy and improvement mindsetAegis also breaks down his experience with over 3,000 LFG raid clears and explains why Destiny’s high-level gameplay remains one of the best gaming experiences available today.If you enjoy longform Destiny discussions focused on raids, Pantheon, sandbox analysis, DPS metas, improvement, and endgame content, make sure to subscribe and share the episode!Join the SaxPlaysGames Discord to find your raid team: https://discord.gg/saxplaysgamesCheck out Aegis' Channel: https://youtube.com/@theaegisrelic#Destiny2 #Pantheon ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬0:00 Intro & Welcome5:29 - Why Destiny 2 Endgame Still Feels Special10:02 - The “Seminar Style” of Destiny Content14:18 - Why Most Destiny 2 Players Never Improve18:42 - The Hidden Psychology of LFG Groups22:31 - Experienced Players vs Good Teammates25:55 - Why Raid Teams Actually Fail30:19 - The REAL Problem With Destiny 2 Power Creep35:47 - Why Old Raid Weapons Can’t Compete39:58 - Rocket Pulses, Archetypes & Sandbox Balance45:06 - The Current DPS Meta Explained49:28 - Why Some Players Treat Raids Like a Power Trip53:41 - Playing for Clears vs Playing for Ego56:22 - How Destiny Teaches Communication & Teamwork56:51 - “You’re a Raid Team. Do the Mechanics.”56:59 - Aegis on 3,000+ LFG Raid Clears58:38 - Pantheon Discussion Begins1:02:12 - Pantheon Difficulty & Encounter Design1:08:28 - Contest Mode & Endgame Accessibility1:15:04 - The Future of Destiny 2 Endgame1:22:41 - Why Players Keep Coming Back to Destiny1:28:18 - Final Thoughts & Outro
