Destiny 2 Stasis Weapons: Tier List & Exotics

by | Mar 21, 2025

When Beyond Light launched, the only Stasis weapons available were Cryosthesia 77K and Salvation’s Grip, two lackluster Exotics. But ever since, each new Season/Episode comes with several new Stasis weapons. Some of them are quite strong, too, arguably among the best weapons in D2.

This guide covers all the available Stasis weapons, including Legendaries and Exotics.

Episode 3 Heresy Icon Destiny 2Update based on Episode 3: Heresy.

Best Stasis Weapons (Episode 3)

This Tier list features the best Exotic and Legendary Stasis Weapons right now:

ItemWeaponsTypeArchetypeAmmo?Element?RequirementsIn loot pool?RankSourceAvailable?Tier RankSource ❘ DLCFinal VerdictReleasedPerksBest of?
Conditional FinalityConditional Finality art
Conditional Finality
Shotgun
ShotgunExoticSpecialStasisLightfallYesS › BestRoot of Nightmares RaidCheckmark icon V3
Best

S



Excels in:
PvE + PvP
Root of Nightmares Raid
Lightfall Icon (final) Destiny 2
Lightfall
Slot: Stasis Stasis | Ammo: Special ammo Destiny 2 Special | Archetype: Exotic

Exotic Perk: "Dual barrels split into Stasis and Solar damage. Landing nearly all Stasis pellets will freeze targets; landing nearly all Solar pellets will ignite targets."

► Conditional Finality might not be as 'must-have' as it was when it launched, but it remains an incredibly potent option in both PvE and PvP. Being able to waste majors in PvE and Supers in PvP, Conditional is still arguably the best Shotgun in the game.
Season 20
Slot: Stasis Stasis | Ammo: Special ammo Destiny 2 Special | Archetype: Exotic

Exotic Perk: "Dual barrels split into Stasis and Solar damage. Landing nearly all Stasis pellets will freeze targets; landing nearly all Solar pellets will ignite targets."
Top-tier
Critical AnomalyCritical Anomaly FINAL art Destiny 2
Critical Anomaly
Sniper Rifle
Sniper RifleAggressiveSpecialStasisThe Final ShapeYesS › BestSalvation's Edge RaidCheckmark icon V3
Best

S



Excels in:
PvE + PvP
Salvation's Edge Raid
The Final Shape Icon (final) Destiny 2
The Final Shape
Slot: Stasis Stasis | Ammo: Special ammo Destiny 2 Special | Archetype: Aggressive

PvE God Roll: Rewind Rounds or Chill Clip + Firing Line or Triple Tap
PvP God Roll: Quickdraw or Opening Shot + Snapshot Sights or Explosive Payload

► Snipers are in a very good place, and the rolls on Critical Anomaly set it above most others. Not only can it roll with Rewind Rounds and Triple Tap, but it’s the first sniper to roll with Chill Clip. Being able to apply Slow or Freeze from a great distance will always come in handy as the difficulty rises.
The Final Shape
Slot: Stasis Stasis | Ammo: Special ammo Destiny 2 Special | Archetype: Aggressive

PvE God Roll: Rewind Rounds or Chill Clip + Firing Line or Triple Tap
PvP God Roll: Quickdraw or Opening Shot + Snapshot Sights or Explosive Payload
Top-tier
DeliveranceDeliverance art v2
Deliverance
Fusion Rifle
Fusion RiflePrecisionSpecialStasisThe Witch QueenYesS › BestVow of the Disciple RaidCheckmark icon V3
Best

S



Excels in:
PvE
Vow of the Disciple Raid
The Witch Queen Icon (final) Destiny 2
Witch Queen
Slot: Stasis Stasis | Ammo: Special ammo Destiny 2 Special | Archetype: Precision

PvE God Rolls: Demolitionist (also good: Perpetual Motion) + Chill Klip

► With Chill Clip having more utility than ever, Deliverance is now an S tier weapon. Not only does it deal with all champion types, but being craftable means that you are essentially guaranteed to get a god roll. It's also one of two fusions to roll with Demolitionist, perfect for Osmiomancy builds!
Season 16
Slot: Stasis Stasis | Ammo: Special ammo Destiny 2 Special | Archetype: Precision

PvE God Rolls: Demolitionist (also good: Perpetual Motion) + Chill Klip
Top-tier
RiptideRiptide art
Riptide
Fusion Rifle
Fusion RifleRapid-FireSpecialStasisFree-to-PlayYesS › BestPlaylist: CrucibleCheckmark icon V3
Best

S



Excels in:
PvE
Playlist: Crucible
Destiny 2 Icon (final) Destiny 2
Free-to-Play
Slot: Stasis Stasis | Ammo: Special ammo Destiny 2 Special | Archetype: Rapid-Fire

PvE God Roll: Auto-Loading Holster (also good: Compulsive Reloader) + Chill Clip

► Thanks to Crucible focusing and Chill Clip's ability to combat all champions, Riptide is not only a must-have weapon; it's also extremely easy to get. Riptide currently dominates the PvE meta, and TTK changes to Rapid-Fire fusions mean this could be a welcome addition to a PvP loadout.
Season 17
Slot: Stasis Stasis | Ammo: Special ammo Destiny 2 Special | Archetype: Rapid-Fire

PvE God Roll: Auto-Loading Holster (also good: Compulsive Reloader) + Chill Clip
Top-tier
Cold ComfortCold Comfort art Destiny 2
Cold Comfort
Rocket Launcher
Rocket LauncherAggressiveHeavyStasisLightfall Dungeon KeyYesS › BestGhost of the Deep DungeonCheckmark icon V3
Best

S



Excels in:
PvE
Ghost of the Deep Dungeon
Lightfall Icon (final) Destiny 2
Lightfall Dungeon Key
Slot: Stasis Stasis | Ammo: Heavy ammo Destiny 2 Heavy | Archetype: Aggressive

PvE God Roll: Envious Assassin (also good: Tracking Module) + Bait and Switch (also good: Explosive Light)

► With a host of absurd perks, a strong frame, and a top-tier Origin Trait, Cold Comfort is a strong pick for anything PvE. Its inability to be crafted does make it annoying to farm, but this rocket sees little competition in the current sandbox, making it a must-have.
Season 21
Slot: Stasis Stasis | Ammo: Heavy ammo Destiny 2 Heavy | Archetype: Aggressive

PvE God Roll: Envious Assassin (also good: Tracking Module) + Bait and Switch (also good: Explosive Light)
Top-tier
The SlammerThe Slammer art Destiny 2
The Slammer
Sword
SwordVortexHeavyStasisFree-to-PlayYesS › BestNightfall: The OrdealsCheckmark icon V3
Best

S



Excels in:
PvE
Nightfall: The Ordeals
Destiny 2 Icon (final) Destiny 2
Free-to-Play
Slot: Stasis Stasis | Ammo: Heavy ammo Destiny 2 Heavy | Archetype: Vortex

PvE God Roll: Eager Edge + Cold Steel

► The Slammer is one of the best Vortex Frame Swords currently available. The mere presence of Cold Steel and Eager Edge makes it incredibly unique but also one of the best utility-based Swords in the game.
Season 23
Slot: Stasis Stasis | Ammo: Heavy ammo Destiny 2 Heavy | Archetype: Vortex

PvE God Roll: Eager Edge + Cold Steel
Top-tier
LiturgyLiturgy art Destiny 2
Liturgy
Grenade Launcher
Grenade LauncherDouble FireSpecialStasisEpisode 2: RevenantYesS › BestRevenant ActivitiesCheckmark icon V3
Best

S



Excels in:
PvE
Revenant Activities
EP2 Revenant icon Destiny 2
Episode 2: Revenant
Slot: Stasis Stasis | Ammo: Special ammo Destiny 2 Special | Archetype: Double Fire

PvE God Roll: Envious Arsenal (also good: Rimestealer) + Chill Clip (also good: Chain Reaction)

Episode 2
Slot: Stasis Stasis | Ammo: Special ammo Destiny 2 Special | Archetype: Double Fire

PvE God Roll: Envious Arsenal (also good: Rimestealer) + Chill Clip (also good: Chain Reaction)
Top-tier
Rake AngleRake Angle art Destiny 2
Rake Angle
Glaive
GlaiveAggressiveSpecialStasisFree-to-PlayYesS › BestNightfall: The OrdealsCheckmark icon V3
Best

S



Excels in:
PvE
Nightfall: The Ordeals
Destiny 2 Icon (final) Destiny 2
Free-to-Play
Slot: Stasis Stasis | Ammo: Special ammo Destiny 2 Special | Archetype: Aggressive

PvE God Roll: Replenishing Aegis + Chill Clip or Close to Melee

► One of the best glaives currently available, Rake Angle is an outstanding choice for those looking to dip their toes into the weapon type. Of course, glaives are still yet to see a season where they're meta, but giving this one a try isn't a bad idea.
Episode 2
Slot: Stasis Stasis | Ammo: Special ammo Destiny 2 Special | Archetype: Aggressive

PvE God Roll: Replenishing Aegis + Chill Clip or Close to Melee
Top-tier
Tinasha's MasteryTinasha's Mastery art Destiny 2
Tinasha's Mastery
Sidearm
SidearmRocket-AssistedSpecialStasisFree-to-PlayYesS › BestIron BannerCheckmark icon V3
Best

S



Excels in:
PvE
Iron Banner
Destiny 2 Icon (final) Destiny 2
Free-to-Play
Slot: Stasis Stasis | Ammo: Special ammo Destiny 2 Special | Archetype: Rocket-Assisted

PvE God Roll: Air Trigger (also good: Loose Change) + Chill Clip (also good: Desperate Measures)

► Like all Rocket Sidearm, this weapon performs extremely well in PvE. On top of that, as a Stasis weapon, it features the coveted Chill Clip perk. Also, it is the only Rocket Sidearm with the Air Trigger perk, which grants a Reload Speed buff while airborne and a free Reserve mod. Overall, it is best to ignore this weapon for PvP.
Episode 2
Slot: Stasis Stasis | Ammo: Special ammo Destiny 2 Special | Archetype: Rocket-Assisted

PvE God Roll: Air Trigger (also good: Loose Change) + Chill Clip (also good: Desperate Measures)
Top-tier
VS Chill InhibitorVS Chill Inhibitor art Destiny 2
VS Chill Inhibitor
Grenade Launcher
Grenade LauncherRapid-FireHeavyStasisThe Final Shape Dungeon KeyYesS › BestVesper's Host DungeonCheckmark icon V3
Best

S



Excels in:
PvE
Vesper's Host Dungeon
The Final Shape Icon (final) Destiny 2
The Final Shape Dungeon Key
Slot: Stasis Stasis | Ammo: Heavy ammo Destiny 2 Heavy | Archetype: Rapid-Fire

PvE God Roll: Envious Arsenal (also good: Demolitionist) + Bait and Switch

► A gun so good, Bungie accidentally made the god roll almost impossible to get. VS Chill Inhibitor rolls with a devestating combo of Envious Arsenal and Bait and Switch, both of which activate off of the same conditions, and makes for a solid DPS weapon.
Episode 2
Slot: Stasis Stasis | Ammo: Heavy ammo Destiny 2 Heavy | Archetype: Rapid-Fire

PvE God Roll: Envious Arsenal (also good: Demolitionist) + Bait and Switch
Top-tier
Burden of GuiltBurden of Guilt art
Burden of Guilt
Fusion Rifle
Fusion RifleAdaptiveSpecialStasisThe Final ShapeYesS › BestTrials of OsirisCheckmark icon V3
Best

S



Excels in:
PvP
Trials of Osiris
The Final Shape Icon (final) Destiny 2
The Final Shape
Slot: Stasis Stasis | Ammo: Special ammo Destiny 2 Special | Archetype: Adaptive

PvP God Roll: Killing Wind + High-Impact Reserves (also good: High-Impact Reserves)

► Burden of Guilt is proof that adaptive fusions are the rising stars of PvP. Here since Haunted, Burden has fought off all the nerfs and somehow taken them as buffs, now standing neck and neck with precisions and even some high-impacts for one burst ranges.
Season 17
Slot: Stasis Stasis | Ammo: Special ammo Destiny 2 Special | Archetype: Adaptive

PvP God Roll: Killing Wind + High-Impact Reserves (also good: High-Impact Reserves)
Top-tier
DeadlockDeadlock art Destiny 2
Deadlock
Shotgun
ShotgunPrecisionSpecialStasisFree-to-PlayYesS › BestCrucible CompetitiveCheckmark icon V3
Best

S



Excels in:
PvP
Crucible Competitive
Destiny 2 Icon (final) Destiny 2
Free-to-Play
Slot: Stasis Stasis | Ammo: Special ammo Destiny 2 Special | Archetype: Precision

PvP God Roll: Threat Detector or Lone Wolf + Closing Time (also good: Opening Shot)

► Deadlock is commonly agreed to be the strongest PvP Shotgun in the game. It is Kinetic, so it allows you to use weapons like Igneous Hammer. The Precision Frame archetype and perks like Threat Detector, Lone Wolf, and Closing Time, as well as stocks to choose from make Deadlock incredibly strong.
Episode 2
Slot: Stasis Stasis | Ammo: Special ammo Destiny 2 Special | Archetype: Precision

PvP God Roll: Threat Detector or Lone Wolf + Closing Time (also good: Opening Shot)
Top-tier

Stasis Exotic & Legendary Weapons: Complete List

ArtNameTypeArchetypeRarityAmmo?Element?RequirementsIn loot pool?AmmoElementTierExcelsSourceCraftable?RequiresReleasedSlotCan be Crafted?Best of?Top Perk?
Ager's Scepter artAger's ScepterTrace RifleExoticExoticSpecialStasisBeyond Light PackYesSpecial ammo Destiny 2 SpecialStasis Stasis
A › Strong
PvEExotic KioskError icon V2 NoBeyond Light Icon (final) Destiny 2
Beyond Light Pack
Season 15KineticNoTop-tier
Alethonym art Destiny 2AlethonymGrenade LauncherExoticExoticPrimaryStasisEpisode 2: RevenantYesPrimary ammo Destiny 2 PrimaryStasis Stasis
A › Strong
PvESeason PassError icon V2 NoEP2 Revenant icon Destiny 2
Episode 2: Revenant
Episode 2KineticNoTop-tier
Conditional Finality artConditional FinalityShotgunExoticExoticSpecialStasisLightfallYesSpecial ammo Destiny 2 SpecialStasis Stasis
S › Best
PvE + PvPRoot of Nightmares RaidError icon V2 NoLightfall Icon (final) Destiny 2
Lightfall
Season 20KineticNoTop-tier
Cryosthesia 77K artCryosthesia 77KSidearmExoticExoticPrimaryStasisBeyond Light PackYesPrimary ammo Destiny 2 PrimaryStasis Stasis
A › Strong
PvEExotic KioskError icon V2 NoBeyond Light Icon (final) Destiny 2
Beyond Light Pack
Season 14KineticNoTop-tier
Salvation's Grip Destiny 2Salvation's GripGrenade LauncherExoticExoticHeavyStasisBeyond Light PackYesHeavy ammo Destiny 2 HeavyStasis Stasis
D › Worst
-Exotic QuestError icon V2 NoBeyond Light Icon (final) Destiny 2
Beyond Light Pack
Season 12HeavyNo
Verglas Curve artVerglas CurveCombat BowExoticExoticPrimaryStasisFree-to-PlayYesPrimary ammo Destiny 2 PrimaryStasis Stasis
B › Average
PvEExotic KioskError icon V2 NoDestiny 2 Icon (final) Destiny 2
Free-to-Play
Season 20KineticNo
Wicked ImplementWicked ImplementScout RifleExoticExoticPrimaryStasisFree-to-PlayYesPrimary ammo Destiny 2 PrimaryStasis Stasis
B › Average
PvEExotic QuestError icon V2 NoDestiny 2 Icon (final) Destiny 2
Free-to-Play
Season 21KineticNo
Winterbite artWinterbiteGlaiveExoticExoticHeavyStasisLightfallYesHeavy ammo Destiny 2 HeavyStasis Stasis
B › Average
PvEExotic QuestError icon V2 NoLightfall Icon (final) Destiny 2
Lightfall
Season 20HeavyNo
A Distant Pull art Destiny 2A Distant PullSniper RifleRapid-FireLegendarySpecialStasisFree-to-PlayYesSpecial ammo Destiny 2 SpecialStasis Stasis
B › Average
PvEXûrCheckmark icon V3 YesDestiny 2 Icon (final) Destiny 2
Free-to-Play
Season 21KineticCraftable
Appetence art Destiny 2AppetenceTrace RifleAdaptiveLegendarySpecialStasisLightfallYesSpecial ammo Destiny 2 SpecialStasis Stasis
A › Strong
PvEStarcrossedCheckmark icon V3 YesLightfall Icon (final) Destiny 2
Lightfall
Season 23KineticCraftableTop-tier
Archon's Thunder artArchon's ThunderMachine GunHigh-ImpactLegendaryHeavyStasisFree-to-PlayYesHeavy ammo Destiny 2 HeavyStasis Stasis
C › Weak
-Iron BannerError icon V2 NoDestiny 2 Icon (final) Destiny 2
Free-to-Play
Episode 2HeavyNo
Aurvandil FR6 art
Aurvandil FR6Fusion RifleHigh-ImpactLegendarySpecialStasisFree-to-PlayYesSpecial ammo Destiny 2 SpecialStasis Stasis
A › Strong
PvEGunsmithError icon V2 NoDestiny 2 Icon (final) Destiny 2
Free-to-Play
Season 19KineticNoTop-tierReconstruction
Blood Feud artBlood FeudSubmachine GunAggressiveLegendaryPrimaryStasisFree-to-PlayYesPrimary ammo Destiny 2 PrimaryStasis Stasis
D › Worst
-XûrCheckmark icon V3 YesDestiny 2 Icon (final) Destiny 2
Free-to-Play
Season 18KineticCraftable
Bold Endings art Destiny 2Bold EndingsHand CannonHeavy BurstLegendaryPrimaryStasisThe Final ShapeYesPrimary ammo Destiny 2 PrimaryStasis Stasis
A › Strong
PvEThe Pale HeartCheckmark icon V3 YesThe Final Shape Icon (final) Destiny 2
The Final Shape
The Final ShapeKineticCraftableTop-tier
Bump in the Night artBump in the Night Rocket LauncherAggressiveLegendaryHeavyStasisBeyond Light PackYesHeavy ammo Destiny 2 HeavyStasis Stasis
C › Weak
-PresageCheckmark icon V3 YesBeyond Light Icon (final) Destiny 2
Beyond Light Pack
Season 17HeavyCraftable
Burden of Guilt artBurden of GuiltFusion RifleAdaptiveLegendarySpecialStasisThe Final ShapeYesSpecial ammo Destiny 2 SpecialStasis Stasis
S › Best
PvPTrials of OsirisError icon V2 NoThe Final Shape Icon (final) Destiny 2
The Final Shape
Season 17KineticNoTop-tier
Chain of Command artChain of CommandMachine GunAdaptiveLegendaryHeavyStasisFree-to-PlayYesHeavy ammo Destiny 2 HeavyStasis Stasis
C › Weak
PvEExotic KioskError icon V2 NoDestiny 2 Icon (final) Destiny 2
Free-to-Play
Season 17HeavyNo
Cold Comfort art Destiny 2Cold ComfortRocket LauncherAggressiveLegendaryHeavyStasisLightfall Dungeon KeyYesHeavy ammo Destiny 2 HeavyStasis Stasis
S › Best
PvEGhost of the Deep DungeonError icon V2 NoLightfall Icon (final) Destiny 2
Lightfall Dungeon Key
Season 21HeavyNoTop-tierExplosive Light,Bait and Switch
Critical Anomaly FINAL art Destiny 2Critical AnomalySniper RifleAggressiveLegendarySpecialStasisThe Final ShapeYesSpecial ammo Destiny 2 SpecialStasis Stasis
S › Best
PvE + PvPSalvation's Edge RaidCheckmark icon V3 YesThe Final Shape Icon (final) Destiny 2
The Final Shape
The Final ShapeKineticCraftableTop-tierChaos Reshaped,Bait and Switch
Deadlock art Destiny 2DeadlockShotgunPrecisionLegendarySpecialStasisFree-to-PlayYesSpecial ammo Destiny 2 SpecialStasis Stasis
S › Best
PvPCrucible CompetitiveError icon V2 NoDestiny 2 Icon (final) Destiny 2
Free-to-Play
Episode 2KineticNoTop-tier
Deliverance art v2DeliveranceFusion RiflePrecisionLegendarySpecialStasisThe Witch QueenYesSpecial ammo Destiny 2 SpecialStasis Stasis
S › Best
PvEVow of the Disciple RaidCheckmark icon V3 YesThe Witch Queen Icon (final) Destiny 2
Witch Queen
Season 16KineticCraftableTop-tierBait and Switch
Dimensional Hypotrochoid artDimensional HypotrochoidGrenade LauncherWaveLegendaryHeavyStasisLightfallYesHeavy ammo Destiny 2 HeavyStasis Stasis
B › Average
PvENeomunaCheckmark icon V3 YesLightfall Icon (final) Destiny 2
Lightfall
Season 20HeavyCraftable
Disparity art
DisparityPulse RifleAggressive BurstLegendaryPrimaryStasisThe Witch QueenYesPrimary ammo Destiny 2 PrimaryStasis Stasis
A › Strong
PvEOperation: Seraph's ShieldCheckmark icon V3 YesThe Witch Queen Icon (final) Destiny 2
Witch Queen
Season 19KineticCraftableTop-tier
Exuviae art Destiny 2ExuviaeHand CannonAggressiveLegendaryPrimaryStasisEpisode 2: RevenantYesPrimary ammo Destiny 2 PrimaryStasis Stasis
B › Average
PvERevenant ActivitiesError icon V2 NoEP2 Revenant icon Destiny 2
Episode 2: Revenant
Episode 2KineticNo
Eyasluna artEyaslunaHand CannonAdaptiveLegendaryPrimaryStasis30th AnniversaryYesPrimary ammo Destiny 2 PrimaryStasis Stasis
B › Average
PvE + PvPGrasp of Avarice DungeonError icon V2 NoDestiny 2 30th anniversary icon
30th Anniversary
30th Anniversary eventKineticNo
Fair Judgment art Destiny 2Fair JudgmentAuto RiflePrecisionLegendaryPrimaryStasisFree-to-PlayYesPrimary ammo Destiny 2 PrimaryStasis Stasis
A › Strong
PvE + PvPPlaylist: PursuitError icon V2 NoDestiny 2 Icon (final) Destiny 2
Free-to-Play
Episode 2KineticNoTop-tier
Fire and Forget art
Fire and ForgetLinear Fusion RifleAggressiveLegendaryHeavyStasisThe Witch QueenYesHeavy ammo Destiny 2 HeavyStasis Stasis
C › Weak
-Operation: Seraph's ShieldCheckmark icon V3 YesThe Witch Queen Icon (final) Destiny 2
Witch Queen
Season 19HeavyCraftable
Forensic Nightmare artForensic NightmareSubmachine GunPrecisionLegendaryPrimaryStasisFree-to-PlayYesPrimary ammo Destiny 2 PrimaryStasis Stasis
D › Worst
-Throne WorldCheckmark icon V3 YesDestiny 2 Icon (final) Destiny 2
Free-to-Play
Season 16KineticCraftable
Fractethyst artFractethystShotgunPrecisionLegendarySpecialStasisFree-to-PlayYesSpecial ammo Destiny 2 SpecialStasis Stasis
A › Strong
PvPXûrError icon V2 NoDestiny 2 Icon (final) Destiny 2
Free-to-Play
Season 15KineticNoTop-tier
Heretic's Fervor art Destiny 2Heretic's FervorRocket LauncherAggressiveLegendaryHeavyStasisEpisode 2: RevenantYesHeavy ammo Destiny 2 HeavyStasis Stasis
C › Weak
-Revenant ActivitiesError icon V2 NoEP2 Revenant icon Destiny 2
Episode 2: Revenant
Episode 2HeavyNo
Herod-C artHerod-CAuto RifleHigh-ImpactLegendaryPrimaryStasisFree-to-PlayYesPrimary ammo Destiny 2 PrimaryStasis Stasis
B › Average
PvE + PvPPlaylist: GambitError icon V2 NoDestiny 2 Icon (final) Destiny 2
Free-to-Play
Season 16KineticNo
Horror Story new art Destiny 2Horror StoryAuto RiflePrecisionLegendaryPrimaryStasisFree-to-PlayTimed-EventPrimary ammo Destiny 2 PrimaryStasis Stasis
A › Strong
PvE + PvPEvent: Festival of the LostError icon V2 NoDestiny 2 Icon (final) Destiny 2
Free-to-Play
Episode 2KineticNoTop-tier
Ill Omen art Destiny 2Ill OmenSwordCasterLegendaryHeavyStasisEpisode 1: EchoesYesHeavy ammo Destiny 2 HeavyStasis Stasis
A › Strong
PvEEchoes ActivitiesCheckmark icon V3 YesEP1 Echoes Icon (final) Destiny 2
Episode 1: Echoes
The Final ShapeHeavyCraftableTop-tier
Irukandji artIrukandjiSniper RifleRapid-FireLegendarySpecialStasisFree-to-PlayYesSpecial ammo Destiny 2 SpecialStasis Stasis
C › Weak
-Lost SectorError icon V2 NoDestiny 2 Icon (final) Destiny 2
Free-to-Play
Season 20KineticNo
Jararaca-3sr artJararaca-3srScout RifleVEIST Rapid-FireLegendaryPrimaryStasisFree-to-PlayYesPrimary ammo Destiny 2 PrimaryStasis Stasis
A › Strong
PvPGunsmithError icon V2 NoDestiny 2 Icon (final) Destiny 2
Free-to-Play
Season 19KineticNoTop-tier
Judgment art Destiny 2JudgmentHand CannonAdaptiveLegendaryPrimaryStasisFree-to-PlayYesPrimary ammo Destiny 2 PrimaryStasis Stasis
C › Weak
-Prophecy DungeonError icon V2 NoDestiny 2 Icon (final) Destiny 2
Free-to-Play
Season 23KineticNo
Krait artKraitAuto RifleRapid-FireLegendaryPrimaryStasisFree-to-PlayYesPrimary ammo Destiny 2 PrimaryStasis Stasis
B › Average
PvEGunsmithError icon V2 NoDestiny 2 Icon (final) Destiny 2
Free-to-Play
Season 16KineticNo
Liminal Vigil artLiminal VigilSidearmAggressive BurstLegendaryPrimaryStasisWitch Queen Dungeon KeyYesPrimary ammo Destiny 2 PrimaryStasis Stasis
A › Strong
PvPSpire of the Watcher DungeonError icon V2 NoEpisode 3 Heresy Icon Destiny 2
Episode 3: Heretic
Season 19KineticNoTop-tier
Lingering Dread artLingering DreadGrenade LauncherLightweightLegendarySpecialStasisWitch Queen Dungeon KeyYesSpecial ammo Destiny 2 SpecialStasis Stasis
A › Strong
PvE + PvPDuality DungeonError icon V2 NoEpisode 3 Heresy Icon Destiny 2
Episode 3: Heretic
Season 17KineticNoTop-tier
Liturgy art Destiny 2LiturgyGrenade LauncherDouble FireLegendarySpecialStasisEpisode 2: RevenantYesSpecial ammo Destiny 2 SpecialStasis Stasis
S › Best
PvERevenant ActivitiesError icon V2 NoEP2 Revenant icon Destiny 2
Episode 2: Revenant
Episode 2KineticNoTop-tier
Live Fire art Destiny 2Live FireScout RiflePrecisionLegendaryPrimaryStasisFree-to-PlayYesPrimary ammo Destiny 2 PrimaryStasis Stasis
C › Weak
-World loot poolError icon V2 NoDestiny 2 Icon (final) Destiny 2
Free-to-Play
Episode 2KineticNo
Locus Locutus artLocus LocutusSniper RifleAdaptiveLegendaryPrimaryStasisFree-to-PlayYesPrimary ammo Destiny 2 PrimaryStasis Stasis
B › Average
PvEXûrCheckmark icon V3 YesDestiny 2 Icon (final) Destiny 2
Free-to-Play
Season 22KineticCraftable
Lost Signal art Destiny 2Lost SignalGrenade LauncherArea DenialLegendarySpecialStasisEpisode 1: EchoesYesSpecial ammo Destiny 2 SpecialStasis Stasis
A › Strong
PvEEchoes ActivitiesCheckmark icon V3 YesEP1 Echoes Icon (final) Destiny 2
Episode 1: Echoes
The Final ShapeKineticCraftableTop-tier
Lunulata-4b artLunulata-4bCombat BowLightweightLegendaryPrimaryStasisFree-to-PlayYesPrimary ammo Destiny 2 PrimaryStasis Stasis
C › Weak
-GunsmithError icon V2 NoDestiny 2 Icon (final) Destiny 2
Free-to-Play
Season 17KineticNo
New Pacific Epitaph artNew Pacific EpitaphGrenade LauncherWaveLegendarySpecialStasisLightfall Dungeon KeyYesSpecial ammo Destiny 2 SpecialStasis Stasis
A › Strong
PvEGhost of the Deep DungeonError icon V2 NoLightfall Icon (final) Destiny 2
Lightfall Dungeon Key
Season 21KineticNoTop-tier
New Purpose artNew PurposePulse RifleHigh-ImpactLegendaryPrimaryStasisWitch Queen Dungeon KeyYesPrimary ammo Destiny 2 PrimaryStasis Stasis
A › Strong
PvE + PvPDuality DungeonError icon V2 NoEpisode 3 Heresy Icon Destiny 2
Episode 3: Heretic
Season 17KineticNoTop-tier
No Reprieve artNo ReprieveShotgunPinpoint SlugLegendarySpecialStasisFree-to-PlayYesSpecial ammo Destiny 2 SpecialStasis Stasis
D › Worst
-XûrCheckmark icon V3 YesDestiny 2 Icon (final) Destiny 2
Free-to-Play
Season 18KineticCraftable
Palmyra-B artPalmyra-BRocket LauncherPrecisionLegendaryHeavyStasisFree-to-PlayYesHeavy ammo Destiny 2 HeavyStasis Stasis
D › Worst
-GunsmithCheckmark icon V3 YesDestiny 2 Icon (final) Destiny 2
Free-to-Play
Season 16HeavyCraftableExplosive Light
Peacebond artPeacebondSidearmAdaptiveLegendaryPrimaryStasisFree-to-PlayNoPrimary ammo Destiny 2 PrimaryStasis Stasis
A › Strong
PvEIron BannerError icon V2 NoDestiny 2 Icon (final) Destiny 2
Free-to-Play
Season 15KineticNoTop-tier
Perses-D artPerses-DPulse RifleHigh-ImpactLegendaryPrimaryStasisFree-to-PlayYesPrimary ammo Destiny 2 PrimaryStasis Stasis
C › Weak
-GunsmithError icon V2 NoDestiny 2 Icon (final) Destiny 2
Free-to-Play
Season 16KineticNo
Prolonged Engagement artProlonged EngagementSubmachine GunLightweightLegendaryPrimaryStasisFree-to-PlayYesPrimary ammo Destiny 2 PrimaryStasis Stasis
A › Strong
PvEVanguard FocusingError icon V2 NoDestiny 2 Icon (final) Destiny 2
Free-to-Play
Season 19KineticNoTop-tier
Psi Hermetic V artPsi Hermetic VPulse RifleHigh-ImpactLegendaryPrimaryStasisFree-to-PlayYesPrimary ammo Destiny 2 PrimaryStasis Stasis
A › Strong
PvPLost SectorError icon V2 NoDestiny 2 Icon (final) Destiny 2
Free-to-Play
Season 22KineticNoTop-tier
Qua Furor V art Destiny 2Qua Furor VMachine GunAggressiveLegendaryHeavyStasisFree-to-PlayYesHeavy ammo Destiny 2 HeavyStasis StasisWorld loot poolError icon V2 NoDestiny 2 Icon (final) Destiny 2
Free-to-Play
Episode 3HeavyNo
Qullim’s Terminus art Qullim’s TerminusMachine GunHigh-ImpactLegendaryHeavyStasisFree-to-PlayYesHeavy ammo Destiny 2 HeavyStasis Stasis
B › Average
PvEKing's Fall RaidCheckmark icon V3 YesDestiny 2 Icon (final) Destiny 2
Free-to-Play
Season 18HeavyCraftable
Raconteur artRaconteurCombat BowPrecisionLegendaryPrimaryStasisLightfallYesPrimary ammo Destiny 2 PrimaryStasis Stasis
A › Strong
PvEAvalonCheckmark icon V3 YesLightfall Icon (final) Destiny 2
Lightfall
Season 20KineticCraftableTop-tier
Rake Angle art Destiny 2Rake AngleGlaiveAggressiveLegendarySpecialStasisFree-to-PlayYesSpecial ammo Destiny 2 SpecialStasis Stasis
S › Best
PvENightfall: The OrdealsError icon V2 NoDestiny 2 Icon (final) Destiny 2
Free-to-Play
Episode 2KineticNoTop-tier
Rapacious Appetite art Destiny 2Rapacious AppetiteSubmachine GunAggressiveLegendaryPrimaryStasisFree-to-PlayYesPrimary ammo Destiny 2 PrimaryStasis Stasis
C › Weak
-XûrCheckmark icon V3 YesDestiny 2 Icon (final) Destiny 2
Free-to-Play
Season 21KineticCraftable
Recurrent Impact artRecurrent ImpactMachine GunRapid-FireLegendaryHeavyStasisThe Witch QueenYesHeavy ammo Destiny 2 HeavyStasis Stasis
B › Average
PvEVox ObscuraCheckmark icon V3 YesThe Witch Queen Icon (final) Destiny 2
Witch Queen
Season 16HeavyCraftable
Red Tape art Destiny 2Red TapeScout RifleLightweightLegendaryPrimaryStasisEpisode 2: RevenantYesPrimary ammo Destiny 2 PrimaryStasis Stasis
B › Average
PvERevenant ActivitiesError icon V2 NoEP2 Revenant icon Destiny 2
Episode 2: Revenant
Episode 2KineticNo
Redrix's Estoc art Destiny 2Redrix's EstocPulse RifleLegacy PR-55LegendaryPrimaryStasisFree-to-PlayYesPrimary ammo Destiny 2 PrimaryStasis Stasis
S+ > Meta
PvPCrucible CompetitiveError icon V2 NoDestiny 2 Icon (final) Destiny 2
Free-to-Play
Episode 3KineticNoTop-tier
Reed's Regret artReed's RegretLinear Fusion RiflePrecisionLegendaryHeavyStasisThe Final ShapeYesHeavy ammo Destiny 2 HeavyStasis Stasis
C › Weak
-Trials of OsirisError icon V2 NoThe Final Shape Icon (final) Destiny 2
The Final Shape
Season 15HeavyNo
Riptide artRiptideFusion RifleRapid-FireLegendarySpecialStasisFree-to-PlayYesSpecial ammo Destiny 2 SpecialStasis Stasis
S › Best
PvEPlaylist: CrucibleError icon V2 NoDestiny 2 Icon (final) Destiny 2
Free-to-Play
Season 17KineticNoTop-tier
Senuna SI6 artSenuna SI6SidearmOmolon AdaptiveLegendaryPrimaryStasisFree-to-PlayYesPrimary ammo Destiny 2 PrimaryStasis Stasis
A › Strong
PvPLost SectorError icon V2 NoDestiny 2 Icon (final) Destiny 2
Free-to-Play
Season 20KineticNoTop-tier
Something New artSomething NewHand CannonAggressiveLegendaryPrimaryStasisFree-to-PlayTimed-EventPrimary ammo Destiny 2 PrimaryStasis Stasis
B › Average
-Event: SolsticeError icon V2 NoDestiny 2 Icon (final) Destiny 2
Free-to-Play
Season 17KineticNo
Stay Frosty art Destiny 2Stay FrostyPulse RifleLightweightLegendaryPrimaryStasisFree-to-PlayYesPrimary ammo Destiny 2 PrimaryStasis Stasis
B › Average
PvPEvent: DawningError icon V2 NoDestiny 2 Icon (final) Destiny 2
Free-to-Play
Season 19KineticNo
Suspectum-4fr art Destiny 2Suspectum-4frLinear Fusion RiflePrecisionLegendaryHeavyStasisFree-to-PlayYesHeavy ammo Destiny 2 HeavyStasis Stasis
B › Average
-World loot poolError icon V2 NoDestiny 2 Icon (final) Destiny 2
Free-to-Play
The Final ShapeHeavyNo
Syncopation-53 artSyncopation-53Pulse RifleAdaptiveLegendaryPrimaryStasisFree-to-PlayYesPrimary ammo Destiny 2 PrimaryStasis Stasis
B › Average
PvPGunsmithCheckmark icon V3 YesDestiny 2 Icon (final) Destiny 2
Free-to-Play
Season 16KineticCraftable
The Prophet art Destiny 2The ProphetScout RifleAggressiveLegendaryPrimaryStasisThe Final ShapeYesPrimary ammo Destiny 2 PrimaryStasis Stasis
A › Strong
PvPTrials of OsirisError icon V2 NoThe Final Shape Icon (final) Destiny 2
The Final Shape
Season 23KineticNoTop-tier
The Slammer art Destiny 2The SlammerSwordVortexLegendaryHeavyStasisFree-to-PlayYesHeavy ammo Destiny 2 HeavyStasis Stasis
S › Best
PvENightfall: The OrdealsError icon V2 NoDestiny 2 Icon (final) Destiny 2
Free-to-Play
Season 23HeavyNoTop-tierBait and Switch
Thoughtless artThoughtlessSniper RifleAdaptiveLegendarySpecialStasisThe Witch QueenYesSpecial ammo Destiny 2 SpecialStasis Stasis
A › Strong
PvE + PvPVox ObscuraCheckmark icon V3 YesThe Witch Queen Icon (final) Destiny 2
Witch Queen
Season 16KineticCraftableTop-tier
Tinasha's Mastery art Destiny 2Tinasha's MasterySidearmRocket-AssistedLegendarySpecialStasisFree-to-PlayYesSpecial ammo Destiny 2 SpecialStasis Stasis
S › Best
PvEIron BannerError icon V2 NoDestiny 2 Icon (final) Destiny 2
Free-to-Play
Episode 2KineticNoTop-tier
Typhon GL5 artTyphon GL5Grenade LauncherAdaptiveLegendaryHeavyStasisFree-to-PlayYesHeavy ammo Destiny 2 HeavyStasis Stasis
A › Strong
PvEGunsmithError icon V2 NoDestiny 2 Icon (final) Destiny 2
Free-to-Play
Season 16HeavyNoTop-tierExplosive Light
Unending Tempest artUnending TempestSubmachine GunPrecisionLegendaryPrimaryStasisFree-to-PlayYesPrimary ammo Destiny 2 PrimaryStasis Stasis
B › Average
PvE + PvPPlaylist: CrucibleError icon V2 NoDestiny 2 Icon (final) Destiny 2
Free-to-Play
Season 22KineticNo
Veiled Threat art Destiny 2Veiled ThreatAuto RifleRapid-FireLegendaryPrimaryStasisEpisode 1: EchoesYesPrimary ammo Destiny 2 PrimaryStasis Stasis
B › Average
-Echoes ActivitiesCheckmark icon V3 YesEP1 Echoes Icon (final) Destiny 2
Episode 1: Echoes
The Final ShapeKineticCraftable
VS Chill Inhibitor art Destiny 2VS Chill InhibitorGrenade LauncherRapid-FireLegendaryHeavyStasisThe Final Shape Dungeon KeyYesHeavy ammo Destiny 2 HeavyStasis Stasis
S › Best
PvEVesper's Host DungeonError icon V2 NoThe Final Shape Icon (final) Destiny 2
The Final Shape Dungeon Key
Episode 2HeavyNoTop-tier
Vulpecula artVulpeculaHand CannonPrecisionLegendaryPrimaryStasisFree-to-PlayYesPrimary ammo Destiny 2 PrimaryStasis Stasis
D › Worst
-XûrError icon V2 NoDestiny 2 Icon (final) Destiny 2
Free-to-Play
Season 15KineticNo
Yarovit MG4 art Destiny 2Yarovit MG4Submachine GunLightweightLegendaryPrimaryStasisFree-to-PlayYesPrimary ammo Destiny 2 PrimaryStasis Stasis
C › Weak
-World loot poolError icon V2 NoDestiny 2 Icon (final) Destiny 2
Free-to-Play
The Final ShapeKineticNo
Zephyr art Destiny 2ZephyrSwordAdaptiveLegendaryHeavyStasisFree-to-PlayYesHeavy ammo Destiny 2 HeavyStasis Stasis
A › Strong
PvEEvent: DawningError icon V2 NoDestiny 2 Icon (final) Destiny 2
Free-to-Play
30th Anniversary eventHeavyNoTop-tier

Tier Ranks used for our list:

  • S+ Tier – Meta: Weapons so good they singlehandedly shifted the current meta
  • S Tier – Best: Highest ranking weapons.
  • A Tier – Strong: Very strong weapons, but not on the same level as S Tier Choices.
  • B Tier – Average: Either decent weapons or weapons that fit a very specific niche/use case.
  • C Tier – Weak: Mediocre weapons that are easily outclassed by the competition.
  • D Tier – Worst: Weapons that don’t have much to offer and don’t deserve your attention.

Before you go…

Looking for more elemental weapons? The following guides cover every Arc, Solar, Void, and Strand weapon currently in the game:

By now, you know everything there is to know about Stasis weapons in Destiny 2: What makes them special, how to recognize them, and which ones are the best. This will hopefully help you get one step closer to the perfect loadout, combining top-tier armor, mods, and weapons.

About The Author

Ric Molina
Ric Molina
I've been covering gaming since 2012, and some of my work has been featured by large brands, including MSN.com, Forbes, Rock Paper Shotgun, and more. I've been obsessed with Destiny 2 (and now Diablo 4) for years now, and I hope to provide new and returning players with the guides and resources I wish I had when I first started.
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3 Comments
  1. Darryl Ferrington

    excellent analysis and recommendations; very useful
    thnx

    Reply
  2. Grumpybadger117

    gotta say custom built Syncopation has become my BIS for high level content on my stasis build.

    krait has become mine for PvP with subsistince + headstone

    Reply
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