25 Altered Element
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| Type | Currency |
| Rarity | Common |
| Description | A material used to focus Umbral Engrams at the Prismatic Recaster. |
25 Altered Element represents a quantity of Altered Element, a currency in Destiny 2 that was introduced during Season of Arrivals. This material is required for focusing Umbral Engrams at the Prismatic Recaster.
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Description
Altered Element is a currency fused with dark energy that allows Guardians to focus Umbral Engrams into specific gear types. The currency represents the energy needed to manipulate the chaotic nature of Umbral Engrams into more predictable rewards.
Acquisition
Altered Element can be obtained through:
Daily Bounties
- Daily bounties from the Prismatic Recaster reward 50 Altered Element each
- Only daily bounties provide Altered Element (not weekly or repeatable bounties)
- Bounties can be completed in most playlist or sandbox activities
- Many bounties require using specific weapon types or damage types
Other Sources
- Season pass rewards
- Seasonal challenges
- Activity completions during relevant seasons
Usage
25 Altered Element can be used for:
- Partial payment toward focusing Umbral Engrams
- Basic focusing typically requires 50 Altered Element minimum
- Advanced focusing can require up to 250 Altered Element plus additional materials
- The first three basic Umbral Engram focuses each week are free
Focusing System
The Prismatic Recaster uses Altered Element to:
- Focus Umbral Engrams into specific weapon or armor types
- Narrow the loot pool for more targeted rewards
- Provide better chances of obtaining desired gear
Associated Systems
- Umbral Engrams: Special engrams that require the Umbral Decoder
- Prismatic Recaster: The vendor interface for focusing engrams
- The Drifter: Houses the Umbral Decoder in the Tower
- Twisted Energy: Used to upgrade the Umbral Research Level
Notes
- Altered Element was a seasonal currency that may not be obtainable in current seasons
- The focusing system has been modified or replaced in subsequent seasons
- Players needed both Altered Element and Umbral Engrams to effectively farm specific gear
See Also
References
- https://www.newsweek.com/destiny-2-umbral-engram-guide-altered-element-twisted-energy-explained-1509910
- https://www.thegamer.com/destiny-2-umbral-engram-guide/
- https://gamerant.com/destiny-2-altered-element-where/
- https://www.shacknews.com/article/118546/how-to-get-altered-element-destiny-2
