Identifying Covert Sleeper Nodes: Strategies For Detection And Surveillance

In the video game Destiny 2, players can unlock the Sleeper Simulant exotic weapon by tracking down Sleeper Nodes in the Warmind expansion. There are 40 Sleeper Nodes in total, and they can be found in various locations. To unlock them, players must collect and combine Resonate Stems to create Override Frequencies, which provide clues to the locations of the Sleeper Nodes. Players can also follow guides and strategies to help them find the Sleeper Nodes and unlock the Sleeper Simulant.

Collecting resonate stems

To collect resonate stems, players must complete Patrol missions, Lost Sectors, and public events. These can include defeating powerful enemies and slaying yellow bars, as well as participating in Heroic Fallen Glimmer Extraction Events. Completing these tasks will reward players with resonate stems, which can then be combined to create override frequencies. Each override frequency corresponds to a specific Sleeper Node, and there are 40 nodes in total to discover.

Players will need to collect and combine four resonate stems to create an override frequency. Once a frequency is created, players can hover over it in the menu to see a string of characters that hints at the location of the corresponding Sleeper Node. For example, Drift.Gatehouse.Catwalk points players toward the Glacial Drift location around the catwalk near the gatehouse.

Completing three Patrol missions and one Lost Sector will reward players with their first four resonate stems. After that, resonate stems will drop from Hellas Basin planetary activities, including patrols, Lost Sectors, public events, and high-value targets.

Finding override frequencies

To find override frequencies, you need to collect and combine four resonate stems. Each of the 40 override frequencies corresponds with a specific Sleeper Node, so you will need to do some hunting to find the right node to unlock. Fortunately, the frequency's item description will contain a hint as to its location, and the node will play music when you are near.

To get your first resonate stem, you need to complete three Patrol missions and one Lost Sector. You will receive a resonate stem at each step. You can then combine these into your first override frequency and follow the clues to the Sleeper Node.

Resonate stems can also be found by completing Hellas Basin planetary activities. These include patrols, Lost Sectors, public events (doubled for Heroic versions), and high-value targets.

Once you have four resonate stems, you can combine them to create an override frequency. You can then hover over the override frequency in the menu to see a string of characters that looks like a file directory location. Cross-referencing this string with a map will allow you to work out the location of the Sleeper Node. For example, the string "Drift.Gatehouse.Catwalk" points players toward the Glacial Drift location around the catwalk near the gatehouse.

Locating Sleeper Nodes

Sleeper Nodes are floating black octahedra scattered around Hellas Basin in the Warmind expansion of Destiny 2. There are 40 in total, each linked to a specific override frequency. To locate them, you must first collect four resonate stems, which can be acquired by completing patrol missions and lost sectors. Once you have four, you can combine them to create an override frequency, which will give you a clue to the location of a Sleeper Node. For example, the string Drift.Gatehouse.Catwalk points to the Glacial Drift location around the catwalk near the gatehouse. The node will also play music when you get close.

The Dynamo.Server.Heatshield Sleeper node can be found inside Alton Dynamo in the server room. To reach it, follow the main path, pass through the first set of diamond doors, and turn right. The node is on the right side of the room, behind a large generator. The Futurescape.Transit.Service node can be found to the south of Braytech Futurescape along the subway tracks. Follow the tracks and look for a notch in the left wall. The Futurescape.Dock.Outpost node is found on top of a building near the train line that connects Braytech Futurescape to Glacial Drift. Starting at the Braytech spawn point, turn right towards the train tracks and jump onto the first building. Look around the back to find the node.

The Futurescape.Dock.Silo node is found to the right of the Bray building, behind three large cylinder silos. The Futurescape.Reception.Overlook Sleeper node is inside the Braytech Futurescape building, across from Ana Bray, on the balcony. The Futurescape.Plaza.Console node is found in the building to the left of Braytech Futurescape. Pass under the bridge and look for a small door leading to a room where the node sits in the corner. The Futurescape.Plaza.Infestation node is located in the room where the Core Terminus Lost Sector entrance can be found. From the spawn point, enter the first building on the left, go through the corridor into the Hive-infested room, and the node will be at the back.

The unnamed Mindlab sleeper node can be found outside the Mindlab on the right side of the building.

Unlocking Sleeper Nodes

Acquiring Resonate Stems

To begin your journey towards unlocking Sleeper Nodes, you will need to acquire resonate stems. These can be obtained by completing three Patrol missions and one Lost Sector. As you progress, resonate stems will become available through other activities in the Hellas Basin, including patrols, Lost Sectors, public events, and high-value targets. Completing these activities will gradually build up your collection of resonate stems.

Creating Override Frequencies

Once you have obtained four resonate stems, you can combine them to create an override frequency. Each override frequency corresponds to a specific Sleeper Node and will provide you with a hint or clue to its location. By examining the string of characters in the override frequency, you will be able to decipher the location of the Sleeper Node. For example, Drift.Gatehouse.Catwalk points players towards the Glacial Drift location near the catwalk and gatehouse.

Locating and Unlocking Sleeper Nodes

There are 40 Sleeper Nodes in total, and they are floating black octahedra scattered throughout the Hellas Basin. Each node will play music when you get close, helping you pinpoint its exact location. Some known Sleeper Node locations include:

• Dynamo.Server.Heatshield: Found inside Alton Dynamo, in the server room behind a big generator.
• Futurescape.Transit.Service: Located south of Braytech Futurescape, along the subway tracks.
• Futurescape.Dock.Outpost: Found on top of a building near the train line connecting Braytech Futurescape to Glacial Drift.
• Futurescape.Dock.Silo: Positioned to the right of the Bray building, behind three large cylinder silos.
• Futurescape.Reception.Overlook: Accessible inside the Braytech Futurescape building, across from Ana Bray, on the balcony.
• Futurescape.Plaza.Console: Situated in the building to the left of the Braytech Futurescape building, in a small room beside a bank of computers.
• Futurescape.Plaza.Infestation: Located in the room where the Core Terminus Lost Sector entrance can be found, in a Hive-infested area.
• Unnamed Mindlab: Discovered just outside the Mindlab, on the right-hand side of the building.

Additional Requirements

In addition to unlocking Sleeper Nodes, there are other requirements to obtain the Sleeper Simulant exotic weapon. These include completing side missions, achieving kill counts, and participating in the Escalation Protocol public event. Specifically, you will need to complete three waves of Mars's Escalation Protocol and open 15 Sleeper Nodes while equipped with an Ikelos weapon.

Acquiring Sleeper Simulant

Acquiring the Sleeper Simulant in Destiny 2 requires players to complete a series of quests and missions. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to obtain this powerful Exotic Linear Fusion Rifle:

Firstly, players need to complete the main Warmind campaign, which includes the "Will of the Thousands" Strike. This will introduce players to the Hellas Basin on Mars. After finishing the campaign, return to Ana Bray in the Hellas Basin, who will provide the first of a series of quest steps leading to the Sleeper Simulant.

The next step is to complete the Violent Intel quest, which involves killing 300 Hive and Cabal enemies on Mars with an IKELOS weapon. Cabal enemies must be defeated with precision shots. This step can be completed efficiently by farming Lost Sectors or public events. Additionally, ensure you have the Nascent Dawn quest active and complete three patrol missions alongside your Lost Sectors.

The penultimate step is to complete three waves of the Escalation Protocol public event on Mars. This can be challenging to solo, so it is recommended to have at least one or two other players to assist. During this step, you must also open 15 Sleeper Nodes, which are floating black octahedra found around the Hellas Basin. These nodes require 60 Resonate Stem consumables to be acquired and looted.

Finally, complete the last mission of the Warmind DLC, "Will of the Thousands," while having an IKELOS weapon equipped. This mission requires 360 Power, which is higher than a Heroic Strike, so it is advised to gain additional levels before attempting it. Once this final step is completed, you will be awarded the Sleeper Simulant at a higher Power level.

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