Destiny 2 How To Get Elemental Ordnance

Okay, so picture this: I'm in the Crucible, right? Absolutely sweating. I’m one kill away from my Iron Banner quest step. My palms are slippery, my heart's pounding… and then BAM! Blown to smithereens by some dude rocking a grenade build that’s basically spitting out projectiles every other second. I’m rage-whispering, "How?! How are they doing that?!" Turns out, the answer, in part, was Elemental Ordnance. And that, my friends, is why we're here today.

So, you want to be that Guardian, huh? The one raining elemental pain down on unsuspecting enemies? The one making those 'nade builds sing? Excellent. Let's get you some Elemental Ordnance.

What Even IS Elemental Ordnance?

Elemental Ordnance is a super useful armor mod. Specifically, it's a helmet mod. And what does it do? Well, it grants you grenade energy whenever you defeat an enemy with a weapon matching your subclass element. Simple, right? (Except, well, sometimes Destiny isn’t that simple, is it?)

Think about it: You're rocking a Solar subclass, and you’ve got a Solar auto rifle. Every time you kill something with that auto rifle, you get a little tickle of grenade energy. String a few kills together, and BAM! Grenade time. And that's how those grenade builds become… well, grenade builds.

Alright, Gimme the Goods: How Do I GET It?

Now for the slightly less fun part. Elemental Ordnance isn't exactly sitting on a shelf at your local Tower kiosk. No, no. This requires a little more finesse. You’ve got two main avenues here:

• Ada-1: Our favorite, slightly cryptic Exo at the Tower Annex is your primary source. She randomly sells combat style mods, including Elemental Ordnance. So, you need to check her inventory every single day when the daily reset happens. Seriously. Set a reminder. Sacrifice a goat to the RNG gods. Whatever it takes. (Okay, maybe not the goat. Animal cruelty is bad, mmkay?)
• Engrams: There’s also a very slim chance you can get it from engrams, particularly the ones that focus on armor. But honestly, don't rely on this. It's like trying to win the lottery. Twice. Stick with Ada-1.

The key here is patience. And a whole lot of praying to whatever deity you believe in that Ada-1 blesses you with this mod. It might take days, weeks, even months. Don't give up hope! (Easier said than done, I know…)

Why Bother? Is It Really Worth It?

Short answer? Absolutely. Long answer? It depends on your playstyle. If you're someone who loves chucking grenades, experimenting with different builds, and generally causing chaos, then Elemental Ordnance is a game-changer. It's a core component of many powerful builds that can significantly boost your damage output and survivability.

Plus, let’s be honest, who doesn't love throwing grenades? It's just… satisfying. Especially when you’re vaporizing a group of Thrall or obliterating a particularly annoying Champion. (Don't tell me you haven't fantasized about grenade-ing a Champion into oblivion. We've all been there.)

A Few Pro Tips While You're At It

Okay, you've got Elemental Ordnance. Congratulations! Now what? Here are a few quick tips to maximize its effectiveness:

• Subclass Synergy: Match your weapon element to your subclass element. Obvious, I know, but it's worth repeating. Solar with Solar, Void with Void, Arc with Arc, Stasis with Stasis. You get the picture.
• Grenade Mods: Equip mods that enhance your grenade recharge rate or effectiveness. Grenade Kickstart, Impact Induction, etc. Stack those mods!
• Stats Matter: High Discipline means faster grenade cooldowns. Invest in your Discipline stat to get the most out of Elemental Ordnance.
• Experiment! Don't be afraid to try different weapons, subclasses, and mod combinations to find what works best for you. That’s half the fun!

So there you have it. Everything you need to know about acquiring and utilizing Elemental Ordnance. Now go forth, Guardian, and unleash your elemental fury upon the Darkness (and maybe a few unsuspecting Guardians in the Crucible. I won't judge… much).