Darkest Before - Legendary Pulse Rifle
Darkest Before is a Pulse Rifle Arc Primary in Destiny 2. Review its base stats, perk pool, and masterwork options.
Weapon overview
Pulse Rifle - Arc - Primary - Rapid-Fire Frame
Source: Complete Trials tickets and earn rank-up packages from the Emissary of the Nine.
"Persevere, or die in darkness. The choice is yours." —Emissary of the Nine
Weapon frame
Rapid-Fire Frame
Deeper ammo reserves. Slightly faster reload when magazine is empty.
Base stats
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Impact | 23 |
| Range | 34 |
| Stability | 48 |
| Handling | 27 |
| Reload Speed | 35 |
| Aim Assistance | 75 |
| Zoom | 17 |
| Airborne Effectiveness | 10 |
| Ammo Generation | 50 |
| Rounds Per Minute | 540 |
| Magazine | 36 |
| Recoil Direction | 70 |
Available perks
Barrel or sight options
- Arrowhead Brake
Lightly vented barrel.
• Greatly controls recoil
• Increases handling speed - Hammer-Forged Rifling
Durable ranged barrel.
• Increases range - Smallbore
Dual strength barrel.
• Increases range
• Increases stability
Magazine or battery options
- Slideshot
Sliding partially reloads this weapon's magazine and temporarily boosts range and stability. - Quickdraw
This weapon can be drawn unbelievably fast.
Left column perks
- Full Auto Trigger System
Holding down the trigger will fire this weapon at full auto.