Nightshade - Legendary Pulse Rifle
Nightshade is a Pulse Rifle Kinetic Primary in Destiny 2. Review its base stats, perk pool, and masterwork options.
Weapon overview
Pulse Rifle - Kinetic - Primary - Lightweight Frame
Source: Complete strikes and earn rank-up packages from Commander Zavala.
Three drops is all it takes.
Weapon frame
Lightweight Frame
Superb handling. Move faster with this weapon equipped.
Base stats
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Impact | 27 |
| Range | 33 |
| Stability | 54 |
| Handling | 66 |
| Reload Speed | 58 |
| Aim Assistance | 68 |
| Zoom | 17 |
| Airborne Effectiveness | 10 |
| Ammo Generation | 46 |
| Rounds Per Minute | 450 |
| Magazine | 30 |
| Recoil Direction | 56 |
Available perks
Barrel or sight options
- Red Dot Micro
Agile sight. Short zoom.
• Increases range
• Increases handling speed - Red Dot 2 MOA
Snapshot sight. Short zoom.
• Slightly increases range
• Increases handling speed - Rifle Scope ST
Ranged scope. Long zoom.
• Increases range
• Decreases handling speed
Magazine or battery options
- Tactical Mag
This weapon has multiple tactical improvements.
• Slightly increases stability
• Increases reload speed
• Slightly increases magazine size - Armor-Piercing Rounds
Rounds cause extra damage to combatants' shields and overpenetrate targets.
• Slightly increases range
Left column perks
- Kill Clip
Reloading after a kill grants increased damage.