We’re taking a look at the Python Energy Shotgun, which is one of Destiny 2: Shadowkeep’s new Ritual Weapons that can be obtained in the Season of the Dawn! You’ll need to complete a small quest to obtain this brand new Shotgun.

Ritual Weapons have replaced the old Pinnacle Weapons that were popular among collectors. These new weapons will no longer have special perks and will instead feature curated rolls. This seems to be a way to keep things more fair across the board, and will make it easier to balance in the future.

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Python Perks

“If they let you get that close, they deserve it.” —The Drifter

Python Lore

“Trust is a hell of a thing. Some people think they can earn it. Others think they can buy it. But that’s the thing about trust: It’s not real. you’re able to’t hold it, squeeze it, or put it in your pocket. It’s intangible.

“You have to believe in it. I don’t know about you, but I don’t care much for fairy tales. I like real things that I can feel.

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“This isn’t to say I haven’t used trust before. To get close. Close enough to use something real, that I can hold, squeeze, and tear ‘em down to pocket size with.

“Up to you what you do with trust. We all have choices to make.”

—The Drifter

Python Quest Steps

If you want to earn the Python Energy Shotgun, you’ll need to head on over to The Drifter and receive the Get Closer quest:

Complete the following objectives in Gambit matches to recieve the Python. Both combatants and Guardians grant points. Guardians grant the most efficient progress.

“Don’t go thinking this means anything more than it is. This is an arrangement, not a bond.” —The Drifter

You’ll need to complete the following objectives to complete this quest:

Once you’ve completed those objectives, you’ll just need to return to The Drifter at the Tower and receive your reward!