Destiny 1 Ace Of Spades Quest Guide And How To Unlock It
The Ace of Spades stands out as one of the most iconic class-exclusive Exotic Hand Cannons introduced in the Destiny 1 Taken King expansion. Reserved specifically for the Hunter class, acquiring this powerful firearm requires dedicated progression through the Tower's Gunsmith reputation system. Understanding the exact quest steps ensures you can efficiently unlock Cayde-6's signature weapon without unnecessary delay.
Reaching Gunsmith Rank 3 and Unlocking the Quest
Before you can begin the questline for the Ace of Spades, you must raise your Gunsmith reputation with Banshee-44 to Rank 3 while playing on a Hunter. Players can gain Gunsmith reputation by completing weekly field test weapons and turn-in bounties. Once you achieve Rank 3, Banshee-44 will officially offer you the Back in the Saddle quest.
Defeating Enemies with Primary Telemetry Active
The initial objective requires players to score 100 kills using any Hand Cannon while a Primary Telemetry consumable is active. Utilizing telemetry boosts guarantees progress toward completing Banshee's target metrics. Participating in Strikes or patrol missions provides dense groups of minor combatants to complete this step quickly.
Dismantling Rare and Legendary Hand Cannons
After completing the combat portion, Banshee-44 requires you to collect parts by dismantling rare or legendary Hand Cannons. Rare weapons contribute fewer parts compared to legendary variants, requiring a total of 10 points worth of weapon parts. Stomping through strikes or turning in Engrams is an excellent way to stockpile extra weapons for dismantling.
Claiming Your Exotic Hunter Hand Cannon
Once you gather the required components and return them to the Tower, Banshee-44 will assemble the weapon. The completed Ace of Spades comes equipped with signature perks like Firefly and Maverick, granting automatic magazine refills on precision final blows. This weapon serves as an essential staple for any dedicated Hunter enthusiast exploring classic Destiny content.