Quagmire

Quagmire
Information

Quagmire is the primary landing zone and central patrol area in Savathûn's Throne World, introduced in The Witch Queen expansion. This murky swampland serves as the main hub for Guardians exploring the Witch Queen's domain and is home to Fynch, the Hive Ghost vendor.

Overview

The Quagmire embodies the deceptive nature of Savathûn's realm, featuring a vast swamp ecosystem corrupted by Hive influence. As the first area Guardians encounter in the Throne World, it introduces the unsettling aesthetic of Light-wielding Hive architecture mixed with twisted natural environments. The region serves as both a staging ground for deeper exploration and a battleground between Scorn and Lucent Brood forces.

Geography

The Quagmire features diverse terrain:

• Central Swamp: Murky waters with hidden depths
• Hive Structures: Organic architecture emerging from water
• Rocky Outcrops: Elevated positions for tactical advantage
• Underground Passages: Hidden caves and tunnels
• Fynch's Clearing: Safe zone near the vendor

Connecting Areas

• North: Miasma
• East: Florescent Canal
• South: Temple of the Wrathful (Raid entrance)
• Hidden: Various secret passages via Deepsight

Notable Locations

Fynch's Location

• Friendly Hive Ghost vendor
• Quest giver and reputation vendor
• Protected clearing near landing zone
• Source of Throne World bounties

Lost Sector: Extraction

• Location: Northeast corner along cliff edge
• Access: Deepsight node reveals cliff path
• Enemy Type: Scorn forces
• Boss: Hrek'ith, the Glasweard
• Notable: Features Lucent Brood revival mechanic

Lucent Moth Cave

• Near Fynch's position
• Weekly moth report spawn location
• Part of Lepidopterist Triumph

Activities

Public Events

• Ether Ritual: Scorn summoning ceremony
• Witches' Ritual: Hive portal defense
• Rift Generator: Taken corruption event

Lucent Hive Inquisitors

High-value target events:

• Glowing white Hive enemies
• Powerful Lightbearer variants
• Ghost crushing mechanics required
• Enhanced rewards and reputation

Daily Activities

Deepsight Puzzle

• Corpse investigation using Deepsight
• Rotates between three Throne World areas
• Once per day per character
• Rewards include Throne World gear

Enemy Forces

Scorn Presence

Primary enemy faction in Quagmire:

• Stalkers in elevated positions
• Ravagers charging from swamp
• Chieftains leading patrols
• Screeb swarms in water

Lucent Brood

Light-wielding Hive:

• Lightbearer Knights with Sentinel shields
• Lightbearer Acolytes using Blade Barrage
• Lightbearer Wizards channeling Stormtrance
• Standard Hive support units

Environmental Enemies

• Moth swarms (visual effect)
• Explosive Hive traps
• Environmental Darkness zones

Collectibles and Secrets

Region Chests

Multiple golden chests hidden throughout:

• Behind Deepsight barriers
• Underwater locations
• High platforms requiring jumping puzzles
• Inside hidden caves

Lucent Moths

Several moths for collection:

• Cave near Fynch
• Hidden in architecture
• Deepsight-revealed locations

Qualichor Sources

• Tier 3 chest rewards
• High-value target drops
• Activity completions

Lore Significance

The Quagmire represents:

• First contact with Lucent Brood
• Savathûn's deceptive welcome
• Conflict between Darkness and Light
• Fynch's rebellion against Savathûn

The swamp metaphorically represents the murky truth about Savathûn's acquisition of the Light and the moral ambiguity Guardians face when killing Lightbearer Hive.

Exploration Tips

• Use Deepsight frequently for secrets
• Check weekly moth report locations
• Listen for nearby chest audio cues
• Coordinate for Lucent Inquisitor events
• Explore during different times for variety

Vendor: Fynch

Fynch offers:

• Daily and weekly bounties
• Throne World reputation rewards
• Weapon and armor focusing
• Upgrade materials
• Lore through dialogue

Strategic Importance

• Central hub for Throne World activities
• Efficient farming location for kills
• Quick access to multiple areas
• Regular public event spawns
• Safe vendor location

Trivia

• Named after marshy, difficult terrain
• Fynch was Savathûn's former Ghost
• Contains environmental storytelling elements
• Popular location for weapon testing
• Features dynamic weather effects

List of appearances

• Destiny 2
  • The Witch Queen Template:1st
  • Season of the Risen
  • Season of the Haunted
  • Season of Plunder
  • Season of the Witch

References

• Destiny 2: The Witch Queen
• Throne World destination guide
• Fynch vendor dialogue
• Environmental lore scannables