Destiny 2: Lightfall Raid The Root Of Nightmares - Start Time, Twitch Drops, Power Cap

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We're now in the second week of Destiny 2: Lightfall, and its new raid, The Root of Nightmares, launches this Friday, March 10. Details of what to expect narratively or mechanically remain a mystery, but we have learned more about when it launches, the specific Power requirements and details for Contest mode, and how Twitch Drops will work.

The Root of Nightmares raid will become available at 9 AM PT / 12 PM ET on March 10. One big change to the World's First race is an extension of Contest mode, as it'll be extended by an extra day. Bungie says that this is being done so that teams pursuing the emblem can take more breaks, as well as allow anyone who has commitments on Friday to still have time to participate.

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Bungie is keeping details on the raid under tight wraps for now, but it did release an ominous description of the activity that hints at possible Vex involvement. «Ferried from an unknown time and place, a haunting presence has been detected. We must now confront the ancient threat growing at our doorstep.» Following a leak, Bungie officially confirmed the name of the raid as The Root of Nightmares, also sharing the screenshot you see below that teases what awaits Guardians. Multiple indications suggest the character Nezarec will be a key component.

The Root of Nightmares raid will be available beginning with the daily reset on Friday, March 10:

If you're unfamiliar with Contest mode, this essentially evens the playing field for