Noxious Vetiver God Roll Guide for Destiny 2
Introduction to Noxious Vetiver
Noxious Vetiver is a Legendary Precision‑Frame Arc Submachine Gun in Destiny 2 with a notable perk pool that sets it apart from other 600 RPM SMGs. It comes from the seasonal activities of the Episode Revenant, notably Tomb of Elders and other Revenant engagements. It has strong synergy with Arc builds and can generate utility in both PvE and PvP when properly rolled.
Why Noxious Vetiver Is Worth Farming
Noxious Vetiver has quickly gained recognition due to its access to Jolting Feedback, a perk that applies Jolt to enemies via sustained damage, similar to Voltshot but easier to trigger without needing to reload. This makes it a potent choice for builds that stack buffs triggered by damage or utilize elemental effects.
Despite middling base stats — notably low handling and average reload speed — its perk combinations can make it a rewarding weapon for content outside of highly competitive endgame content.
Weapon Basics
Archetype and Stats
Noxious Vetiver belongs to the Precision Frame SMG archetype, meaning its recoil is controlled and predictable, benefitting aggressive playstyles and close ranges. Its default stat distribution centers on:
Core Attributes
- Impact: 25
- Range: 48
- Stability: 38
- Handling: 18
- Reload Speed: 19
- Aim Assistance: 55
- Ammo Generation: 22
- Magazine: 29 rounds
- Rate of Fire: 600 RPM
This combination prioritizes range and aim assistance, while downplaying raw handling and reload speed. The statistics suggest this SMG loves a build that compensates for its weaknesses using perks, masterworks, and mods.
Origin Trait Explained
Noxious Vetiver’s Origin Trait is Dark Ether Reaper, which periodically spawns Dark Ether charges upon final blows. These charges can be detonated by firing or colliding with them, refilling the weapon from reserves. This mechanic supports sustained uptime without frequent reloads.
Understanding the Perk Pool
Best Traits for Performance
Noxious Vetiver’s perk pool is filled with options that can drastically change its performance. The two main perk columns determine how the weapon will be used:
Recommended Perk 1 Options
- Loose Change: Reload speed boost after applying an elemental debuff.
- Attrition Orbs: Generates Orbs of Power after sustained damage.
- Unrelenting: Health regeneration on quick kills.
- To the Pain: Improved handling and accuracy after taking damage.
- Pugilist: Bonus damage and handling over sustained damage.
- Thresh: Hits against combatants cause increased damage for a short time.
Recommended Perk 2 Options
- Jolting Feedback: Applies Jolt to enemies through sustained damage, a core perk for many builds.
- Target Lock: Bonus damage the longer you fire at a target.
- Frenzy: Pools buffs with sustained kills.
- Desperate Measures: Increases damage after final blows.
- Vorpal Weapon: Increased damage against bosses and Guardians with Supers.
Accessory Perks
The weapon’s barrel and magazine perks influence handling, stability, range, and reload speed. Some notable choices:
- Fluted Barrel: Boosts stability and handling.
- Arrowhead Brake: Improves handling and recoil control.
- Corkscrew Rifling: Balanced boosts to range, stability, and handling.
- Accurized Rounds: Elevated range, useful for PvP engagements.
- Flared Magwell: Increases reload speed and stability.
PvE God Roll
Best PvE Configuration
The PvE roll focuses on sustained damage output, orb generation, and effective crowd control:
Core Perks for PvE
- Barrel: Arrowhead Brake – improves handling for faster target switches.
- Magazine: Tactical Mag or Flared Magwell – increases reload speed and magazine size.
- Trait 1: Attrition Orbs – orb generation supports ability regeneration and team utility.
- Trait 2: Jolting Feedback – applies Jolt reliably without needing reloads.
- Masterwork: Reload Speed – mitigates poor base reload time.
These perks blend utility and damage. Orb generation is particularly powerful in group PvE content where weapon surges and super builds matter. Pairing Attrition Orbs with Jolting Feedback creates a loop of damage plus ability builds.
Alternative PvE Builds
If your goal is damage stacking and burst performance:
Frenzy Build
- Barrel: Fluted Barrel
- Magazine: Flared Magwell
- Trait 1: Loose Change – reload speed and aim buffs
- Trait 2: Frenzy – builds stacking buffs
The Frenzy build becomes more viable when you want raw output—especially on bosses or minibosses where stacking damage benefits sustained engagement.
Survivability Build
- Trait 1: Unrelenting – regenerates health on kills
- Trait 2: Desperate Measures – damage boost after final blows
This setup makes Noxious Vetiver more forgiving for solo players or high damage areas. It improves self‑sustain without sacrificing uptime.
PvE Tips
- Using armor and weapon mods that boost ammo reserves, reload speed, or elemental benefits can significantly amplify your build.
- Combining this SMG with Arc subclass builds that trigger Amplified buffs increases Jolting Feedback efficiency because Jolt procs faster when amplified.
- Try coordinating orb generation from Attrition Orbs with allies’ super builds to maximize team performance.
PvP God Roll
Core PvP Configuration
The PvP build prioritizes range, aim stability, damage consistency, and survivability:
Core PvP Perks
- Barrel: Corkscrew Rifling – balanced stat boosts to range, handling, and stability.
- Magazine: Accurized Rounds – increases effective range.
- Trait 1: Unrelenting – health regeneration on kills.
- Trait 2: Target Lock – damage increases while firing at the same target.
- Masterwork: Range or Stability – boosts effectiveness in engagements.
This configuration enhances kill‑to‑kill performance and allows Noxious Vetiver to compete in Crucible arenas with effective range and sustained damage.
Alternative PvP Builds
Close‑Quarters Aggression
- Trait 1: To the Pain – boosts accuracy and handling after taking damage.
- Trait 2: Jolting Feedback – allows crowd control with sustained shots even without kills.
To the Pain helps in firefights where nade/melee pushes soften targets. Jolting Feedback in PvP can debuff opponents, making follow‑up shots more effective.
PvP Tips
- Masterworks on range help reduce TTK loss at distance.
- Stability masterworks help control recoil for successive precision hits.
- Combine with mods that boost recovery and resilience to survive burst engagements.
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