The solar subclasses in Destiny 2 aren't just about gentle warmth—they're about turning enemies into walking bonfires! Among these pyrotechnic delights, the Burning Ambition weapon perk stands as the ultimate arsonist's dream. Introduced with The Edge of Fate expansion, this bad boy lets Guardians kick back, relax, and literally watch the world burn while their foes melt into crispy critters. Forget subtlety; this is about painting the battlefield in shades of orange and agony. 🔥
What Makes Burning Ambition Sizzle?
At its core, Burning Ambition is that sneaky friend who pours gasoline on your campfire. After dealing sustained damage (roughly 12-16 hits depending on your weapon's mag size), it slaps Scorch onto targets like a fiery price tag. But here's the kicker—if enemies are already cooking? This perk stacks extra Scorch layers like a sadistic pastry chef.
Testing at the Tower's Shooting Range revealed juicy details:
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Agape Hand Cannon (18-round mag) triggers after 6 bursts (12 hits)
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Same hand cannon with 24-round mag? Now it takes 8 bursts (16 hits)
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Weakspot hits? Doesn't speed things up one bit—talk about playing hard to get!
Where to Find Your Personal Flame Thrower
Not all firestarters are created equal! These Solar weapons come packing Burning Ambition:
| Weapon | Type | How to Obtain |
|---|---|---|
| Ahab Char | Auto Rifle | Portal activities (Free-to-play!) |
| Stars in Shadow | Pulse Rifle | Various activities |
| Pre Astyanax IV | Bow | World drops |
| Returned Duty | Sidearm | Seasonal rewards |
| Unwavering Duty | Machine Gun | Endgame content |
| Agape | Hand Cannon | Edge of Fate exclusives |
Kaboom Tactics: Turning Scorch into Fireworks
Why just burn when you can detonate entire squads? Burning Ambition's real magic happens when paired with abilities:
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Toss an Incendiary Grenade + land Burning Ambition hits = spontaneous Ignition (no Ember of Ashes needed!)
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Hit 'em with Hammer Strike first? Same explosive result—chef's kiss!
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Empty a full Agape magazine (18 rounds) into a Firebolt Grenade-primed target? That's an express ticket to Ignition City!
And oh honey, the team play potential! Pair Tommy's Matchbook (with catalyst) as your "scorch sprinkler," then let Burning Ambition weapons feast on the flaming buffet. The result? Back-to-back Ignitions that'll make Cabal commanders cry for their mama.
People Also Ask
- Q: Can Burning Ambition trigger Ignitions solo?
A: You bet your glimmer! Keep shooting a single target continuously—eventually they'll go boom like a solar piñata.
- Q: What's the best fragment synergy?
A: Ember of Char turns your Ignitions into contagious fireworks. One explosion, and suddenly it's a chain reaction disco inferno!
- Q: Does this work in PvP?
A: Ever seen a Titan spontaneously combust mid-super? Let's just say... bring popcorn.
The Pyromaniac's Playbook
For maximum chaos, treat Burning Ambition like your ignition switch—not your kindling. Prime targets with abilities first (hello, Incendiary Grenades!), then let your perk-toting weapon deliver the explosive mic drop. Major enemies? Boss phases? They ain't ready for this heat. And those pesky adds crowding the VIP? Poof—reduced to ash confetti!
Bottom line? Burning Ambition isn't just a perk—it's an attitude. An unapologetic, gasoline-scented middle finger to anything not bathed in Solar Light. So grab your favorite flamethrower-adjacent weapon, partner up with a Tommy's Matchbook buddy, and remember: if the battlefield isn't shimmering with scorch marks, you're doing it wrong. Now go set the universe on fire, hotshot. 😉
The above analysis is based on reports from Rock Paper Shotgun, a trusted source for PC gaming news and in-depth features. Their coverage of Destiny 2 frequently explores how new weapon perks like Burning Ambition can dramatically alter both PvE and PvP strategies, emphasizing the importance of synergizing subclass abilities with perk-driven loadouts for maximum battlefield impact.