Destiny 2 Winterbite PvP, PvE God Roll & Perks in 2025

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The Lightfall Expansion Destiny 2 brought new Exotics, and one of them is Destiny 2 Winterbite, a Stasis Glaive that might be what glaive mains and those who use Stasis builds need.

Fortunately, we are here to show you what it can do, its requirements, how to get it, its perks, and its drop rate. So if you want to use a glaive or a Stasis build, reading this will help you.

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About Destiny 2 Winterbite

As we’ve mentioned, Winterbite is a new Exotic Glaive and the only glaive in the Heavy Weapon slot. This means if you want to carry this weapon, you have to sacrifice your usual heavy weapons such as Rocket Launchers, Grenade Launchers, Machine Guns, and many more. But is this worth it to do, as these are what you need to deal damage against a boss or clear hordes of enemies?

Yes, it is worth it if you are using a Stasis build, as the Destiny 2 Winterbite is a Stasis Glaive with a unique ability where its projectile is a large ball of energy that will freeze an enemy. While its projectile can crowd-control enemies, its melee attacks are also powerful and can even be better than heavy swords.

Winterbite Requirements

The Winterbite can be obtained by completing the Destiny 2 Winterbite Exotic quest. However, to get the quest, you must have purchased the new Lightfall expansion for your account and also completed its campaign.

After completing the Lightfall Campaign, visit Quinn to gain access to the Hall of Heroes and do his other quests, like the Bluejay Quest, to receive the Winterbite Exotic Quest.

In addition to that, you also need to restore the monuments in the Hall of Heroes to receive the quest. Lastly, you must at least have a power level of 1,770 to make it easier for you to take on the quest.

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How to Get Destiny 2 Winterbite

Once you have completed the requirements we mentioned, you will finally receive the Strider Exotic Quest, which will reward you with Destiny 2 Winterbite. Here are the steps for completing the Strider Quest.

Step 1: Head to the Archivist and use the keys to open Terminal Overload Chests in the three locations on Neomuna.
Step 2: In Neomuna, defeat all the Shadow Legion Forces.
Step 3:Visit Ahmisa Park Lost Sector to retrieve the data cypher.
Step 4: Go to Junea’s Retreat to fight and defeat Hydras, then shut down the confluxes.
Step 5: Return to Quinn to finally get your very own Winterbite!

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The Strider Quest cannot be done in a day, as the Terminal Overload activity rotates daily, which means you can open one chest at one location per day, so expect to complete the quest in three days.

Winterbite Perks

Similar to every Exotic weapon, Destiny 2 Winterbite also has curated perks, which means it will only have these perks, except that Bungie decided to make it like Dead Man’s Tale, which has a random roll every time you obtain it. Here are the perks of Winterbite.

Haft – Supercooled Accelerator
Magazine – Alloy Magazine
Exotic Perks – Big Frigid Glaive, Tilting at Windmills
Exotic Trait – Weighted Edge

The haft of the Destiny 2 Winterbite, Supercooled Accelerator, extends its range but slightly decreases its reload speed and handling speed. On the other hand, its magazine, Alloy Magazine, will quicken its reload speed if the magazine is empty.

But what you need to know are its Exotic Perks and Traits. Big Frigid Glaive turns its projectile into a huge ball of energy that freezes enemies, while Tilting at Windmills will increase your movement speed while blocking with your shield.

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This makes it easier to defeat enemies as the huge ball can crowd control several enemies while you can still retreat easily when you get surrounded, as using the glaive shield increases movement speed.

For its Exotic Trait, Weighted Edge, makes the glaive’s melee attacks deal increased damage and slow enemies when it is loaded, and can even freeze them, which can also shatter. This makes it a hard-hitting weapon that can be used to deal with multiple enemies or even a champion.

Winterbite Drop Rate

The Winterbite has a 100% drop rate, as you will instantly get it after completing the Strider Exotic Quest. It is not similar to other Exotic weapons that are dropped from Raids, Dungeons, and many more, where you must repeatedly grind until you get them.

In addition, Destiny 2 Winterbite can only be obtained once and is not craftable, except if the developers decide to make it one.

Winterbite Catalyst, What it does and Where to get

To get the Winterbite Catalyst, you must equip the weapon in your Heavy slot and defeat enemies with it. However, there is no specific number on how many enemies to defeat for you to get it, so use the weapon and decimate enemies to your heart’s content.

So, what does the Destiny 2 Winterbite Catalyst do? It is very simple; it upgrades it into a Masterwork where its capabilities will be enhanced, like an increase in stats or perks.

Is Winterbite a Good Glaive?

Yes, Destiny 2 Winterbite is a great glaive and is one of the most powerful Stasis Glaives in the game.

It can shoot projectiles that can freeze enemies, and its melee attacks slow them down and can also freeze them if it is loaded. Not to mention, it does great damage and can synergize with other melee-based exotics such as Winter’s Guile, Wormgod Caress, and many more.

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However, it only excels in PvE, and it is also not the best at it, like the Unexpected Resurgence or the new Greasy Luck. But if you want to freeze enemies or crowd control them easily, then the Destiny 2 Winterbite is an excellent weapon.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ 1: How many times can Winterbite be farmed?
Answer: You can only farm Winterbite as it is an Exotic Quest Weapon, which means it can only be obtained by completing that quest and can never be obtained again. So you do not need to grind a Raid or Dungeon again and again to get the Winterbite, unlike other Exotic weapons.

FAQ 2: How hard is it to get Winterbite?
Answer: It is not that hard to get Winterbite, especially if you have a high power level. However, it might take time as one of the quests, where you need to open Terminal Overload chests, rotates daily, and you can only do that once per day.

FAQ 3: How do you increase Winterbite drop rate?
Answer: There are no other methods for increasing the drop rate of Winterbite. It cannot be crafted, bought, or obtained through any other method except the Strider Quest. So, if you want to get this Exotic Glaive, get the Lightfall Expansion and complete the Strider Quest.

That is all for the Exotic Glaive, Destiny 2 Winterbite. We hope that we answered some of your questions about this Stasis Glaive and enlightened you to try this weapon. Winterbite is a unique weapon that can freeze and slow enemies while still dealing great damage, which is why you must get it if you want to be a Glaive user or use a Stasis build. Keep visiting omggamer.com for more updates on Destiny 2 weapons.