Destiny 2 Raid Checkpoint Strategy: Save, Share & Farm Efficiently
Raid checkpoints in Destiny 2 are saved progress markers at specific encounter stages that allow players to resume raids without repeating earlier sections. Understanding how to strategically save, share, and farm these checkpoints is fundamental for efficient exotic weapon acquisition, Spoils of Conquest farming, and maximizing weekly raid loot opportunities. Checkpoint strategies reduce time investment by 75-85% while maintaining identical exotic drop probability, transform 45-90 minute full raid clears into 5-10 minute boss encounters, and enable three character rotation workflows that triple weekly bad luck protection progression for raid exotic farming.
Unlike casual raid participation that requires full clears for every weekly exotic chance, checkpoint optimization allows focused farming of high-value encounters like Vault of Glass Atheon (Vex Mythoclast), Deep Stone Crypt Taniks (Eyes of Tomorrow), Last Wish Riven (1000 Voices), and Vault of Glass Templar (60-100 Spoils of Conquest per hour). This guide provides reproducible workflows for saving checkpoints before weekly reset, transferring checkpoints across multiple characters, coordinating LFG checkpoint shares, farming Spoils-optimal encounters, integrating checkpoint strategies with bad luck protection mechanics, and avoiding common mistakes that fragment exotic acquisition timelines.
This comprehensive checkpoint strategy guide covers raid lockout mechanics, weekly reset timing optimization (Tuesday 10 AM Pacific), character-specific checkpoint saving versus account-wide progress, exotic drop rate integration with three character farming strategies, Spoils of Conquest accumulation for Monument to Lost Lights purchases (240 Spoils per exotic), LFG checkpoint sharing communities, and step-by-step workflows validated by thousands of player raid completions across multiple seasons. Whether you're farming Vex Mythoclast with 5% base rate + graduated protection, grinding Templar for rapid Spoils accumulation, or optimizing three character boss rotations for maximum exotic efficiency, this guide provides data-driven checkpoint management frameworks.
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LootCalc's editorial team specializes in Destiny 2 raid mechanics, probability mathematics, and loot optimization strategies. Our raid checkpoint analysis draws from community farming data, bad luck protection modeling, and time efficiency calculations across hundreds of tracked raid completions.
Understanding Destiny 2 Raid Checkpoint Mechanics
What Are Raid Checkpoints in Destiny 2?
A raid checkpoint is a saved progress marker that allows your character to resume a raid activity from a specific encounter rather than starting from the beginning. When you reach a new encounter in a raid instance, the game automatically saves that encounter as a checkpoint on your character. This checkpoint persists until weekly reset (Tuesday 10 AM Pacific / 1 PM Eastern) or until you manually progress past it by completing the encounter and moving to the next section.
Checkpoints are character-specific, not account-wide. Character A can have Vault of Glass Atheon checkpoint saved, while Character B has Deep Stone Crypt Taniks checkpoint, and Character C has no checkpoint at all. This character-specific nature enables strategic checkpoint management across three characters for maximizing weekly exotic drop opportunities through parallel bad luck protection stacking.
Critically, checkpoints save the encounter state only, not loot eligibility. If you've already completed an encounter and received loot this week, loading that checkpoint again allows you to help others complete the encounter but you won't receive additional loot until weekly reset refreshes your raid lockout.
How Raid Checkpoints Save Automatically
- ▸Encounter Start: When your fireteam reaches a new encounter arena and the encounter flag appears, the checkpoint automatically saves upon loading into the encounter space.
- ▸Persistence: The checkpoint remains saved even if you wipe, leave the raid, switch activities, or log off. Your character "remembers" this progress point.
- ▸Resuming: When you rejoin the raid activity, you can choose to spawn at your saved checkpoint by selecting "Resume" from the raid launch screen.
- ▸Progression: Completing the saved encounter advances your checkpoint to the next encounter. Joining a fireteam already at a later checkpoint updates your checkpoint forward (but never backward).
- ▸Reset Timing: All raid checkpoints delete at weekly reset regardless of whether you've completed the encounters. You must re-run the raid or join checkpoint shares to save them again.
Raid Loot Lockouts vs Checkpoint Saving
| Mechanic | Checkpoint Saving | Loot Lockout |
|---|---|---|
| Scope | Progress marker (where you start) | Loot eligibility (what you can earn) |
| Duration | Until weekly reset or manual progression | Until weekly reset only |
| Per Encounter | One checkpoint per character (latest encounter) | One loot drop per encounter per character per week |
| Sharing Mechanics | Can share to others via fireteam join | Cannot share; each player has independent lockout |
| Strategic Value | Time efficiency (skip earlier encounters) | Exotic acquisition rate (one weekly chance per character) |
Key Distinction: Checkpoint ≠ Loot Eligibility
Having a checkpoint saved does NOT mean you're eligible for loot at that encounter. Example: You completed Atheon on Tuesday and received your weekly loot (including exotic chance). You still have Atheon checkpoint saved. On Friday, you help a friend clear Atheon using your checkpoint—you don't receive any additional loot (no exotic chance, no Pinnacle gear), but you do receive 5 Spoils of Conquest for assisting with the completion. Your loot lockout refreshes at next Tuesday reset, allowing you to earn loot again even if you still have the checkpoint saved from the previous week.
Weekly Reset Raid Loot Mechanics
Destiny 2 operates on a Tuesday weekly reset cycle at 10:00 AM Pacific Time (1:00 PM Eastern). At this exact moment, several critical raid-related systems refresh:
- •Raid loot lockouts reset: All encounters become lootable again on all characters. You can earn Pinnacle gear, raid exotic drops, and boss-specific loot from each encounter once per character.
- •Checkpoints delete: All saved raid checkpoints are wiped. You must re-run the raid from the beginning or join checkpoint shares to save them again.
- •Secret chest Spoils refresh: Hidden chests in raids (typically 2-4 per raid) can be opened again for 5 Spoils of Conquest each, once per character per week.
- •Bad luck protection persists: Your exotic drop rate increases (Vex Mythoclast +5% per clear, Eyes of Tomorrow +3.3% per clear) carry forward across weekly resets. Protection only resets when you obtain the exotic.
This reset timing creates optimal checkpoint strategy windows: Save valuable boss checkpoints Monday evening (within 24 hours of reset) → Transfer to all three characters → Complete three boss kills Tuesday immediately after 10 AM Pacific reset → Maximize exotic drop opportunities while minimizing time investment (5-10 mins per boss vs 45-90 mins per full raid clear).
Weekly Reset Optimization Workflow
Monday Evening (Pre-Reset)
- • Join LFG checkpoint share or community Discord for desired raid boss checkpoint
- • Load into raid instance on Character A to automatically save checkpoint
- • Transfer checkpoint to Characters B and C via fireteam join method
- • Verify all three characters have checkpoint saved before logging off
Tuesday 10:01 AM Pacific (Immediately Post-Reset)
- • Load Character A's saved checkpoint, complete boss encounter, receive loot + exotic chance
- • Switch to Character B, load checkpoint, complete boss, receive loot + exotic chance
- • Switch to Character C, load checkpoint, complete boss, receive loot + exotic chance
- • Total time: 15-30 minutes for three exotic rolls vs 2-4 hours for three full clears
Tuesday-Monday (Rest of Week)
- • Farm Templar checkpoint for Spoils of Conquest (60-100 Spoils/hour, no weekly lockout)
- • Assist friends with raid clears for 5 Spoils per encounter completion
- • Collect secret chest checkpoints for 15-20 Spoils per raid across three characters
- • Save new boss checkpoints Monday evening for next week's rotation
How to Save and Share Raid Checkpoints
Step-by-Step: Saving a Raid Checkpoint
Method 1: Saving Checkpoints via Full Raid Progression
- 1.Start or join a raid fireteam: Launch the desired raid activity from the Director. You can start fresh or join a fireteam already in progress.
- 2.Progress to desired encounter: Complete earlier encounters or platforming sections until you reach the encounter you want to save (e.g., Atheon in Vault of Glass, Templar, Taniks in Deep Stone Crypt).
- 3.Checkpoint auto-saves: When you load into the encounter arena and see the rally flag, the checkpoint automatically saves to your character. You don't need to complete the encounter—just reaching it saves the checkpoint.
- 4.Leave without completing: DO NOT complete the encounter if you want to preserve this checkpoint for farming. Leave the raid instance or switch activities. The checkpoint remains saved on your character.
- 5.Verify checkpoint saved: Reload the raid from the Director. If you select "Resume," you should spawn directly at the saved encounter, confirming the checkpoint is active.
Method 2: Receiving Checkpoints via Fireteam Join (Checkpoint Sharing)
- 1.Find checkpoint share: Join LFG Discord servers, Reddit r/Fireteams, or Destiny Companion App to find players offering checkpoint shares (e.g., "Atheon CP free, join on me").
- 2.Join fireteam: Send join request or party invite to the player hosting the checkpoint. They must be actively loaded into the raid instance at the saved checkpoint.
- 3.Load into instance: Once you join the fireteam, load into the raid. You'll spawn at the checkpoint the fireteam leader has saved. This automatically saves the checkpoint to your character as well.
- 4.Leave fireteam: After loading in and seeing the encounter arena, you can leave the fireteam. The checkpoint is now saved to your character and persists independently.
- 5.Transfer to alts: Repeat this process on other characters to propagate the checkpoint across all three characters for three weekly exotic chances.
Checkpoint Sharing Between Your Own Characters
To transfer a checkpoint from Character A to Character B (same account):
- 1.Load into the raid on Character A (who has the checkpoint saved) and wait in the encounter arena.
- 2.Have a friend join your fireteam while you're loaded in at the checkpoint. They now have the checkpoint.
- 3.Leave the fireteam and switch to Character B. Join your friend's fireteam.
- 4.Load into the raid with your friend—Character B now receives the checkpoint.
- 5.Repeat for Character C: Leave fireteam, switch to Character C, rejoin friend's fireteam, load into raid.
This "checkpoint relay" method requires one additional player to act as checkpoint holder while you swap characters. Community Discord servers often provide checkpoint bots or volunteers for this purpose.
Finding Raid Checkpoint Shares in the Community
Checkpoint Share Resources and Communities
- ▸Discord LFG Servers:
Join Destiny 2 LFG, D2Sanctuary, or raid-specific Discord servers with dedicated #checkpoint-share or #cp-share channels. Players post "Atheon CP free" or "LF Templar CP for farm." Monday evenings see high checkpoint sharing activity before weekly reset.
- ▸Reddit Communities:
r/Fireteams and r/DestinyTheGame host weekly checkpoint megathreads. Search for "[Checkpoint]" tags or post requests like "LF Atheon CP PS5" with platform and encounter details.
- ▸Destiny Companion App LFG:
Official Bungie app includes LFG fireteam finder with custom text fields. Filter by activity (Vault of Glass, Deep Stone Crypt) and search for "CP" or "Checkpoint" tags in post descriptions.
- ▸In-Game LFG System (Season 23+):
Destiny 2's native LFG allows custom fireteam listings. Create or join posts tagged "Checkpoint Atheon" or "Templar Farm CP" for quick matchmaking without external apps.
- ▸Checkpoint Bot Services:
Some Discord servers run automated checkpoint distribution bots that save popular checkpoints (Atheon, Templar, Taniks) and distribute them on demand via commands like "!atheon" to join the bot's fireteam automatically.
Checkpoint Sharing Etiquette
- •Don't immediately complete: If you receive a checkpoint from someone, allow others to join and grab it before starting the encounter. Completing it prevents others from accessing the checkpoint.
- •Pay it forward: If you receive valuable checkpoints, consider sharing them with others in LFG communities. Reciprocal sharing strengthens checkpoint availability for everyone.
- •Communicate platform: Always specify your platform (PC, PlayStation, Xbox, crossplay) when posting or requesting checkpoints to avoid incompatibility.
- •Thank the provider: Simple "thank you" messages encourage continued checkpoint sharing and maintain positive community culture.
Raid Exotic Drop Rate Integration with Checkpoint Strategy
Bad Luck Protection Mechanics for Raid Exotics
Destiny 2 raid exotics use graduated bad luck protection systems that increase drop rates with each failed acquisition attempt. These protection mechanics apply equally to full raid completions and checkpoint-only boss kills, making checkpoint farming an efficient exotic acquisition strategy.
Vex Mythoclast (Vault of Glass Atheon): Base drop rate 5%, increases +5 percentage points per looted Atheon clear, caps at 50% after 10 clears. Checkpoint strategy allows three Atheon kills per week (one per character) in 15-30 minutes total versus 2-4 hours for three full Vault of Glass clears.
Eyes of Tomorrow (Deep Stone Crypt Taniks): Base drop rate 10%, increases +3.3 percentage points per clear, guaranteed 100% drop at 20th looted clear. Three character checkpoint farming provides three independent protection stacks per week.
Vex Mythoclast Drop Rate with Checkpoint Farming
| Clear Number | Drop Rate | Cumulative Probability | Checkpoint Time (3 Chars) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clear 1 | 5% | 14.3% (any char) | 15-30 mins |
| Clear 2 | 10% | 37.7% | 30-60 mins total |
| Clear 3 | 15% | 62.1% | 45-90 mins total |
| Clear 5 | 25% | 88.2% | 75-150 mins total |
| Clear 10 | 50% (cap) | 99.9% | 150-300 mins total |
Cumulative probability represents chance at least one of three characters obtains Vex by that week assuming three clears per week (Monday checkpoint save → Tuesday three character boss kills). Compare checkpoint time (15-30 mins/week) versus full raid time (2-4 hours/week for three clears).
Three Character Checkpoint Farming Efficiency
Scenario: Farming Vex Mythoclast using three character Atheon checkpoint strategy
Full Raid Clear Method
- • Time per clear: 45-90 mins (depends on team skill)
- • Three characters: 2.25-4.5 hours weekly
- • Median acquisition: 5 weeks × 2.25-4.5 hrs = 11.25-22.5 hours
- • Additional benefit: Full raid loot, secret chest Spoils
Checkpoint Farming Method
- • Time per boss: 5-10 mins (Atheon only)
- • Three characters: 15-30 mins weekly
- • Median acquisition: 5 weeks × 15-30 mins = 1.25-2.5 hours
- • Trade-off: No earlier encounter loot, only boss drops + exotic
Efficiency Gain: 82-89% time reduction while maintaining identical exotic acquisition probability. Checkpoint farming provides 5-9× faster exotic acquisition per hour invested.
Checkpoint Strategy for Other Raid Exotics
Eyes of Tomorrow (Deep Stone Crypt)
- Boss Encounter: Taniks, the Abomination (final boss)
- Drop Rate: 10% base, +3.3% per clear, 100% guaranteed at 20 clears
- Checkpoint Time: 8-15 mins per clear (depends on DPS phase count)
- Median Acquisition: ~4-5 clears = 1.3-1.7 weeks with three characters
- Checkpoint Strategy: Save Monday Taniks CP, run three characters Tuesday post-reset
1000 Voices (Last Wish)
- Drop Source: Heart of Riven chest (after Riven encounter completion)
- Drop Rate: 10% base, +5% per clear, 50% cap at 9 clears
- Checkpoint Complexity: Requires completing Riven encounter + Heart run
- Checkpoint Time: 10-20 mins (Riven legit) or 5-10 mins (Riven cheese methods)
- Unique Mechanic: 1000 Voices drops from chest keys, not direct boss loot table
Collective Obligation (Vow of the Disciple)
- Boss Encounter: Rhulk, Disciple of the Witness (final boss)
- Drop Rate: Estimated 5-10% base (Bungie has not published exact rates)
- Checkpoint Time: 10-18 mins per clear (complex mechanics)
- Protection: Suspected bad luck protection similar to other raid exotics
- Farming Difficulty: Higher mechanical complexity reduces checkpoint efficiency
Spoils of Conquest Checkpoint Farming Optimization
Best Checkpoints for Spoils Farming
Spoils of Conquest are raid currency earned from encounter completions (5 Spoils per boss/challenge) and secret chests (5 Spoils per chest). Spoils are used to purchase raid exotic weapons from the Monument to Lost Lights kiosk (240 Spoils each) or re-roll raid armor/weapons at raid vendors (20 Spoils per purchase).
Checkpoint farming dramatically accelerates Spoils accumulation by focusing on high Spoils-per-hour encounters rather than full raid clears. Vault of Glass Templar checkpoint is the optimal Spoils farm: 5 Spoils per 3-5 minute clear = 60-100 Spoils per hour versus 15-20 Spoils per 45-90 minute full raid clear = 10-25 Spoils/hour.
Spoils Farming Encounter Rankings
| Encounter | Time per Clear | Spoils per Clear | Spoils per Hour | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VoG Templar | 3-5 mins | 5 | 60-100 | Easy |
| DSC Atraks-1 | 7-10 mins | 5 | 30-43 | Medium |
| VotD Caretaker | 8-12 mins | 5 | 25-38 | Hard |
| VoG Atheon | 5-10 mins | 5 | 30-60 | Easy |
| Full Raid Clear | 45-90 mins | 15-20 | 10-25 | Varies |
Vault of Glass Templar Checkpoint Farming Guide
Why Templar is Optimal for Spoils:
- •Simple mechanics: Relic holder blocks Templar teleports, DPS team shoots boss. No complex roles or platforming.
- •Fast clear time: 3-5 minutes with competent LFG team, 2-3 minutes with optimized loadouts.
- •Checkpoint reset: Can wipe immediately after loot collection, rejoin to start fresh Templar attempt for continued farming.
- •No weekly lockout: Spoils drop even after you've received armor/weapon loot for the week. Unlimited farming potential.
- •LFG availability: "Templar farm" is extremely common in LFG communities with constant groups running 24/7.
Optimal Templar Farm Loadout:
DPS Team (5 players)
- • Super: Well of Radiance (Warlock) or Ward of Dawn (Titan)
- • Heavy: Linear Fusion Rifle (Reeds Regret, Taipan-4FR)
- • Exotic: Divinity (1 player) + Witherhoard/Izanagi's
Relic Holder (1 player)
- • Role: Block Templar teleports with Relic shield
- • Positioning: Stand on teleport plates during DPS
- • Experience: Requires familiarity with Relic mechanics
Expected Returns: 4 hours Templar farming = 240-400 Spoils = 1-2 Monument exotic purchases versus 16-24 full raid clears = 8-12 weeks of weekly lockouts.
Spoils Farming Integration with Weekly Checkpoint Strategy
Combined Exotic + Spoils Weekly Workflow
Primary Goal: Exotic Acquisition (Vex Mythoclast)
- • Monday: Save Atheon checkpoint, transfer to all three characters
- • Tuesday post-reset: Run three Atheon clears (15-30 mins total)
- • Weekly time: 15-30 mins for three exotic chances + 15 Spoils
- • Focus: Bad luck protection stacking for fastest exotic acquisition
Secondary Goal: Spoils Farming (Monument Purchase)
- • Tuesday-Friday: Farm Templar checkpoint (60-100 Spoils/hour)
- • Target: 240 Spoils for Monument exotic (3-4 hours farming)
- • No weekly lockout: Can farm unlimited Spoils after boss loot received
- • Bonus: Assists count for 5 Spoils even when personally locked out
Tertiary Goal: Secret Chest Spoils (Passive Income)
- • Collect secret chest checkpoints via LFG (2-4 per raid)
- • 5 Spoils per chest × 3 characters = 15-20 Spoils per raid weekly
- • Time investment: 5-10 mins per raid for checkpoint collection
- • Coverage: VoG, DSC, VotD, KF secret chests = 60-80 Spoils/week
Weekly Spoils Accumulation Summary
Three boss checkpoints (Atheon): +15 Spoils
Secret chest collection (4 raids × 3 chars): +60-80 Spoils
Templar farming (3 hours): +180-300 Spoils
Total Weekly Spoils: 255-395 Spoils
Result: One Monument exotic purchase (240 Spoils) per week with 3-4 hours checkpoint farming, while simultaneously farming raid exotics via three character boss rotations.
Common Checkpoint Farming Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Mistake #1: Completing Checkpoints Before Transfer
Problem: Players save a valuable boss checkpoint Monday evening, then immediately complete it on their main character before transferring to alts. This deletes the checkpoint, preventing transfer to other characters for three character farming.
Impact: Loses 2/3 of weekly exotic chances. Instead of three Atheon kills (three exotic rolls + 15 Spoils), you only get one kill (one exotic roll + 5 Spoils).
Solution:
Save checkpoint Monday evening → Transfer to all three characters → DO NOT complete until Tuesday post-reset → Run three boss kills sequentially for maximum exotic efficiency.
Mistake #2: Fragmenting Bad Luck Protection Across Multiple Raids
Problem: Players farm Vex Mythoclast one week, Eyes of Tomorrow the next week, 1000 Voices the week after, cycling between multiple raid exotics instead of focusing one until acquisition.
Impact: Bad luck protection resets independently per exotic. Switching raids prevents protection from stacking to high percentages (Vex 30-50% caps), dramatically extending acquisition timelines. Median Vex acquisition extends from 1.7 weeks (focused three character farming) to 10+ weeks (fragmented weekly switching).
Solution:
Choose ONE raid exotic priority (typically highest meta utility: Vex Mythoclast for PvP/PvE dominance). Farm that exotic exclusively with three character checkpoint strategy until it drops. Only switch raid exotic focus after acquisition. Use Templar Spoils farming to purchase other raid exotics from Monument (240 Spoils) as backup strategy.
Mistake #3: Ignoring Weekly Reset Timing
Problem: Players run boss checkpoints Monday evening before reset, thinking they're getting weekly loot. However, loot doesn't refresh until Tuesday 10 AM Pacific. Monday clears count toward current week's lockout, not next week's.
Impact: Wasted exotic chances. Monday boss kills consume this week's loot eligibility without advancing next week's bad luck protection. Forces waiting additional 7 days for next exotic roll.
Solution:
NEVER complete boss encounters for loot Monday evening. Save checkpoints Monday, but delay completion until Tuesday 10:01 AM Pacific or later. Set alarms or calendar reminders for Tuesday reset timing to maximize weekly exotic opportunities.
Mistake #4: Poor LFG Communication in Checkpoint Shares
Problem: Players join checkpoint share LFG groups, grab the checkpoint, then immediately start the encounter without allowing others to join. This completes the checkpoint holder's instance, preventing additional players from accessing the checkpoint.
Impact: Breaks community checkpoint sharing culture. Players who selfishly complete checkpoints immediately get blacklisted from LFG communities, reducing future checkpoint access.
Solution:
When receiving checkpoint shares: Join fireteam → Load into instance → Grab checkpoint → Leave fireteam → Wait 2-3 minutes for others to cycle through before starting encounter. If hosting checkpoint shares: Announce "Grabbing checkpoint only, no clears" to set expectations. Use checkpoint bots or structured Discord queues for efficient distribution.
Mistake #5: Not Leveraging Spoils Farming After Loot Lockouts
Problem: Players complete weekly boss checkpoints Tuesday, receive loot, then ignore raids for the rest of the week. They don't realize Spoils drop from encounter completions even after loot lockout.
Impact: Missed Spoils accumulation opportunity. Could have farmed 200-400 Spoils (one Monument exotic purchase) in 3-4 hours Templar farming Tuesday-Monday.
Solution:
After completing weekly boss checkpoints for exotic chances, immediately pivot to Spoils farming via Templar checkpoint. Join "Templar farm" LFG groups and grind 60-100 Spoils/hour even while loot-locked. Use accumulated Spoils to purchase Monument exotics (240 Spoils) or re-roll raid armor for god rolls (20 Spoils per re-roll).
Advanced Checkpoint Strategy: Multi-Raid Coverage
Diversified Checkpoint Portfolio for Maximum Weekly Efficiency
Advanced players save checkpoints across multiple raids simultaneously to maximize weekly loot, Spoils, and exotic chances while minimizing time investment. This multi-raid checkpoint strategy leverages character-specific checkpoint saving to create efficient weekly farming rotations.
Example: Character A saves VoG Atheon, Character B saves DSC Taniks, Character C saves Last Wish Riven. Monday evening: Transfer all three checkpoints to all three characters. Tuesday post-reset: Run 9 total boss kills (3 raids × 3 characters) in 45-90 minutes for nine exotic chances + 45 Spoils versus 6-12 hours for nine full raid clears.
Weekly Multi-Raid Checkpoint Workflow
Monday Evening Checkpoint Saving
- 1. Character A: Join VoG Atheon checkpoint share, save checkpoint
- 2. Character A: Transfer Atheon CP to Characters B & C via fireteam relay
- 3. Character B: Join DSC Taniks checkpoint share, save checkpoint
- 4. Character B: Transfer Taniks CP to Characters A & C
- 5. Character C: Join Last Wish Riven checkpoint share, save checkpoint
- 6. Character C: Transfer Riven CP to Characters A & B
- 7. Verify: All three characters have all three raid boss checkpoints saved
Tuesday Post-Reset Execution (10:01 AM Pacific)
Character A
- • VoG Atheon (5-10 mins)
- • DSC Taniks (8-15 mins)
- • LW Riven (10-20 mins)
- Total: 23-45 mins
Character B
- • VoG Atheon (5-10 mins)
- • DSC Taniks (8-15 mins)
- • LW Riven (10-20 mins)
- Total: 23-45 mins
Character C
- • VoG Atheon (5-10 mins)
- • DSC Taniks (8-15 mins)
- • LW Riven (10-20 mins)
- Total: 23-45 mins
Combined Time: 69-135 minutes (1.15-2.25 hours) for 9 boss clears across 3 raids
Weekly Results Summary
- • Exotic Chances: 9 total (3 Vex, 3 Eyes, 3 1000 Voices)
- • Spoils Earned: 45 from boss kills + 60-80 from secret chests = 105-125 Spoils
- • Pinnacle Gear: 9 boss drops (infusion fuel or stat rolls)
- • Time Investment: 1.15-2.25 hours vs 6-12 hours for nine full clears
- • Efficiency Gain: 73-81% time reduction while maintaining all exotic/loot opportunities
Checkpoint Priority Framework: Which Raids to Focus
Raid Checkpoint Value Rankings
| Raid | Boss Checkpoint | Exotic | Meta Utility | Priority |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vault of Glass | Atheon | Vex Mythoclast | Very High (PvP/PvE) | 1st |
| Deep Stone Crypt | Taniks | Eyes of Tomorrow | Medium (PvP tracking) | 2nd |
| Last Wish | Riven | 1000 Voices | Medium (PvE burst) | 3rd |
| Vow of Disciple | Rhulk | Collective Obligation | Low (niche builds) | 4th |
Checkpoint Priority Decision Framework
- ▸First Priority: Vex Mythoclast (Atheon) - Dominates PvP meta, excellent PvE ad-clear, fashion icon status. Focus three character farming until obtained.
- ▸Second Priority: Eyes of Tomorrow (Taniks) - Strong PvP Trials tracking, useful Gambit invader weapon. Farm after Vex acquisition.
- ▸Lower Priority: 1000 Voices, Collective Obligation - Niche usage. Consider Monument purchase with Spoils (240) instead of checkpoint farming to preserve weekly exotic chances for higher-value targets.
- ▸Completionist Approach: After obtaining top-priority exotics, run multi-raid checkpoint coverage for collection purposes and Spoils accumulation.
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Checkpoint optimization transforms raid exotic farming from 45-90 minute full clears into 5-10 minute boss encounters while maintaining identical exotic drop probability and bad luck protection progression. Strategic checkpoint saving, three character rotation workflows, weekly reset timing, and Spoils of Conquest farming integration provide 75-85% time efficiency gains for Vex Mythoclast, Eyes of Tomorrow, and other raid exotic acquisition.
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