As Solstice returns in 2026, Guardians are once again chasing the Flamekeeper title and rekindling their Candescent armor. One of the key Event Challenges standing in their way is Dare to Dream. This challenge was introduced alongside the Event Challenge and Title systems during a previous Solstice, and those systems have become a recurring part of Destiny 2's seasonal events. Dare to Dream rewards players with Kindling and an Event Ticket, both of which are essential for upgrading armor and unlocking limited-time cosmetics. The good news is that Bungie designed this challenge with two paths: one for free-to-play players and one for those who own paid content.
In the original Solstice event, Dare to Dream was one of 24 Event Challenges that Guardians had to complete before the event ended. The reward structure remains familiar in 2026: Kindling is used to upgrade the Candescent armor set, and once that armor reaches its maximum upgrade, Guardians can reroll its stats. This makes Solstice one of the easiest ways to chase high-stat armor. Event Tickets, meanwhile, are earned by completing challenges like Dare to Dream. They can be spent on limited-time cosmetics that vanish when Solstice ends. However, Event Tickets can only be used by Guardians who have upgraded their Event Card. So, if a player wants the most out of the event, they should keep an eye on both their armor and their card.
To complete Dare to Dream, Guardians must earn Silver Leaves. These leaves are another Solstice currency used to upgrade Candescent armor. Players can earn Silver Leaves by completing runs of the Blind Well or Dares of Eternity. After earning Silver Leaves, they need to turn that currency into Silver Ash by completing the Bonfire Bash activity. At the end of Bonfire Bash, Guardians must interact with the bonfire while wearing at least one piece of Candescent armor. That interaction converts Silver Leaves into Silver Ash, which is then used for armor upgrades.
Here is a quick breakdown of the rewards and currencies involved:
| Item | How to Earn | What It Does |
|---|---|---|
| Kindling | Dare to Dream challenge | Upgrades Candescent armor |
| Event Ticket | Dare to Dream challenge | Spent on limited-time cosmetics |
| Silver Leaves | Blind Well or Dares of Eternity | Converted into Silver Ash |
| Silver Ash | Bonfire Bash with Candescent armor | Used to upgrade Candescent armor |
For Guardians who do not own the 30th Anniversary Pack, the free-to-play path is the Blind Well. This activity is located in the Dreaming City, inside the Awoken palace. Players need to use different Tier charges to summon enemies, so it may be easier to join an event that is already in progress. The Blind Well can be chaotic, but it is a reliable way to earn Silver Leaves. The most important rule is that the Guardian must be wearing at least one piece of Candescent armor while completing the activity. Without that armor piece, the challenge will not count.
For those who do have access to Dares of Eternity, that activity is generally easier and faster than the Blind Well. It is part of the paid content tied to the 30th Anniversary Pack, but Guardians who own it should strongly consider using it for Dare to Dream. Like the Blind Well, Dares of Eternity requires at least one piece of Candescent armor to be equipped. The activity is more straightforward, with clear waves and a familiar rhythm, making it a popular choice for players who want to finish the challenge quickly.
💡 Tips for completing Dare to Dream efficiently:
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Equip at least one Candescent armor piece before starting any activity.
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Join an in-progress Blind Well run to save time on Tier charges.
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Use Dares of Eternity if you own the 30th Anniversary Pack.
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Run Bonfire Bash after earning Silver Leaves to convert them into Silver Ash.
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Remember to interact with the bonfire at the end of Bonfire Bash.
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Spend Event Tickets before Solstice ends, as the cosmetics are limited-time.
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Check your Event Card to make sure you can actually use your Event Tickets.
In 2026, the core loop of Dare to Dream remains a simple but important part of Solstice. Guardians who ignore it may miss out on Kindling, Event Tickets, and the chance to reroll their Candescent armor stats. The Flamekeeper title is not going to earn itself, and every Event Challenge completed brings players one step closer to that achievement. Whether a player chooses the free-to-play Blind Well or the paid Dares of Eternity, the key is to wear the right armor, earn those Silver Leaves, and finish the job in Bonfire Bash.
Destiny 2 is available on PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and Google Stadia. For anyone still working through Solstice, Dare to Dream is a challenge worth checking off the list early. It feeds directly into the armor upgrade system, and it helps Guardians make the most of their limited time during the event. So grab a fireteam, equip that Candescent gear, and get ready to turn Silver Leaves into Silver Ash before the bonfire goes out.