Here we go again, fellow Guardians. Another weekend, another chance to see what that mysterious, tentacle-faced salesman, Xur, has dredged up from the cosmic bargain bin. As of 2026, the guy's got it made—a permanent lease in the Tower Bazaar means we don't have to go spelunking in the wilds of Nessus or the dank corners of the EDZ anymore. A real quality-of-life improvement, even if it does take away some of the "thrill" of the hunt (mostly the thrill of loading into three different destinations before finding him). Act 2 of Episode: Revenant is well behind us now, and the mid-season weapon buffs have settled in, making our roaming supers feel like they're actually worth the super energy. But enough about that. You're here for the loot. Let's see what Agent of the Nine is pushing this fine weekend.

First things first: location. As I said, he's a creature of habit now. Head to the Tower, zip to either fast travel point, and mosey on over to the Bazaar. Look for the Ramen Shop (mmm, ramen), face it, and then take a hard right into the alley. There he'll be, looking as unsettlingly serene as ever. His role is still the same: exotic cipher quests, exotic gear, and a rotating stock of legendary items. Don't forget to grab that weekly quest if you want a second shot at a Fated Engram or need those ciphers for the Monument to Lost Lights kiosk. The quest is straightforward: play the game. Strikes, Crucible, Gambit—the usual grind. Bring friends for bonus progress. Simple.

Alright, let's dive into the main attraction: the exotic armor. Xur's Year 7 revamp was a game-changer, adding ranks, focusing, and more. But the core offering remains.

Transversive Steps (Warlock Legs)

The classic "gotta go fast" boots. The exotic perk is all about sprinting to auto-reload your equipped weapon. Handy? Absolutely. Essential? Debatable in 2026. This particular roll is... interesting. A total stat score of 69 (nice) is hampered by a whopping +21 Mobility. For a Warlock who typically craves Recovery and Resilience, that's a tough pill to swallow. Sure, you're sprinting more, but you'll also be a bit squishier. The other stats are a bit of a mess too. It's a functional roll, but you can probably find or focus a better one.

• Stat Spread: Mobility 21, Resilience 6, Recovery 8, Discipline 6, Intellect 12, Strength 16.

Aeon Swift (Hunter Gauntlets)

The support exotic makes its return. These gauntlets are all about teamwork. Their main perk, Aeon's Wrath, gives you faster reload and swap speed on rapid precision hits. The real party trick is Foebreaker Chant, which marks Champions or powerful combatants for your allies to deal extra damage to. It's a solid pick for high-end group content, even in 2026. This roll has a total of 67, with a heavy lean into Strength (+20) and a decent spread of Resilience and Recovery (both +15). The Mobility is low (+3), which some Hunters might not love, but for a support build, it's serviceable. Not a must-buy, but a good option to have in your collection for when your fireteam needs that extra edge.

Severance Enclosure (Titan Chest)

Ah, the "boom on melee" exotic. Finishing a foe with a charged melee causes them to explode. It's chaotic, it's fun, it's... not exactly meta-defining in the current Episode. This roll totals 67, with a spike in Intellect (+17). The rest is fairly balanced. It's a fun piece for casual play or just causing mayhem in easier content. If you're looking to optimize for serious Revenant activities, you might want to pass. But for pure, unadulterated explosive fun? It has its charm.

Now, for the real meat of Xur's 2026 inventory: the exotic weapons. The revamp means he often carries multiple now, which is a fantastic change.

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Hawkmoon (Hand Cannon)

The classic is back with its Paracausal Shot perk. Every kill or precision hit builds a stack, making that final round in the magazine hit like a truck. This roll comes with Full Bore (more range, less stability), Alloy Magazine (faster reload when empty), Quickdraw, and Combat Grip. It's a very PvP-leaning roll with its emphasis on handling and range. A solid pick for Crucible enthusiasts.

Crimson (Pulse Rifle... that looks like a hand cannon)

This three-round burst beast is a duelist's dream. Cruel Remedy heals you on kill and refills the mag on precision kills. It's a sustain monster. This version has Smallbore, Accurized Rounds, and Heavy Grip, pushing its range and stability. A timeless workhorse for both PvE and PvP.

Borealis (Sniper Rifle)

The original adaptive element switcher. The Fundamentals lets you cycle between Solar, Arc, and Void damage on the fly. Ionic Return refills your magazine and grants bonus damage when you break a matching shield. This roll features Corkscrew Rifling, Extended Mag, and Hand-Laid Stock for a balanced stat package. In an era with many great snipers, Borealis remains a versatile, if niche, tool for Match Game activities.

Thunderlord (Machine Gun)

The king of Arc add-clear. Reign Havoc calls down lightning on final blows and stuns Overload Champions. Feeding Frenzy speeds up your reload as you chain kills. This roll comes with Polygonal Rifling, Armor-Piercing Rounds, and Lightning Rounds. It's a classic that never goes out of style, perfect for chewing through waves of enemies.

Finally, let's not forget Xur's legendary offerings. For the cost of some Legendary Shards and Glimmer, you can pick from a rotating set. This weekend's weapon highlights include:

He also sells the class swords (Crown-Splitter, Quickfang, Eternity's Edge) and full sets of the Simulator (Warlock) and Entanglement (Hunter/Titan) armor. And of course, there's the usual assortment of engrams, upgrade materials, catalysts (like Acrius and Huckleberry), and the ever-alluring Strange Gift for a single Strange Coin.

So, what's the verdict for this weekend in 2026? The exotic armor is a bit of a mixed bag—some fun, some functional, nothing utterly world-shattering. The exotic weapon selection, however, is stellar, featuring some of the game's most iconic and powerful tools. Whether you're missing a Hawkmoon for your collection or need a reliable Thunderlord for your heavy slot, Xur has you covered. As for me, I might just pick up those Aeon Swifts for the next Grandmaster Nightfall. My fireteam will thank me... or at least, they won't yell at me as much. Happy hunting, Guardians! Don't spend all your Strange Coins in one place.