Aksis Challenge Mode made easy (Destiny)

by Chappy, Arlington, VA., Friday, December 23, 2016, 13:48 (3135 days ago) @ Cody Miller

Hmm. in the few times I have played we found having the side folks cover the pit was more effective than the center guy.

Normally yes, but challenge mode changes that. If Aksis is in the center, then the only places the supercharge plate can be are on the left and right. Both sides have to deal with that, so it makes more sense for the center to take him.

I've done the challenge both ways a few times. In my experience the method where the center and right guardian share responsibilities is better, because everyone is closer to the slam/supercharge and the timing is a bit easier. The downside is that it's a more complicated approach and the entire team needs to understand it and execute it. It took a while for the Wednesday Xbox group to really nail it so it becomes second nature. I think that's why you usually see the "center takes front and back" strategy in pick-up groups- it's far easier for everyone to understand, but it requires center guardians who are quick to react and move (Titans preferred).