Since last year, Destiny 2 has added several Void bows to its arsenal, moving beyond the reliance on Le Monarque. One notable addition is the Fortunate Star from the Solstice event, which serves as an excellent alternative for players who missed out on acquiring a quality Anamnesis from Heresy.
The 2025 iteration of the Fortunate Star Void bow features a Precision Frame, unlike the Lightweight Frame from 2024. This change results in a base draw time of 612ms compared to the previous 580ms. The new version also includes a variety of fresh perks, making it a worthwhile exchange.
Below is our recommendation for the ideal rolls for Fortunate Star in Destiny 2 for both PvE and PvP play.
What are the best rolls for Fortunate Star in Destiny 2?
Fortunate Star PvE Ideal Roll
- Bowstring: Agile Bowstring
- Arrow: Fiberglass Arrow Shaft
- Perk one: Dragonfly
- Perk two: Demoralize or Destabilizing Rounds
- Masterwork: Draw Time
Fortunate Star PvP Ideal Roll
- Bowstring: Polymer String
- Arrow: Fiberglass Arrow Shaft
- Perk one: Archer’s Tempo
- Perk two: Eye of the Storm
- Masterwork: Draw Time
The 2025 version of this weapon can roll with Dragonfly in the third slot, leading to elemental explosions upon precision kills. This perk transforms Fortunate Star into a powerhouse for clearing adds when combined with Destabilizing Rounds in the fourth slot. Destabilizing Rounds inflicts volatile status on nearby enemies after a kill, allowing the weapon to produce Volatile Rounds for 4.5 seconds, amplifying the explosion effects.
While dual AoE perks might seem excessive, players can consider Demoralize in the fourth column, which serves a similar function by applying weaken rather than volatile. This leads to enemies taking increased damage and being slowed. Alternatively, swapping out Dragonfly for Repulsor Brace grants an eight-second void overshield when defeating a target inflicted with a void debuff (either weakened or volatile).
In PvP scenarios, a bow can be a unique but powerful choice. Although Le Monarque is a popular option, Fortunate Star offers some viable perks as well. Archer’s Tempo decreases the draw time by 25% after a precision hit, trimming the time-to-kill from 1.2 seconds to 1.07 seconds.
In the fourth column, various options exist. Eye of the Storm excels in duels due to enhanced accuracy. Archer’s Gambit pairs well with a hip-fire Exotic such as Radiant Dance Machines, while Explosive Head can inflict flinch on enemy players upon a successful hit.
How to Acquire Fortunate Star in Destiny 2
Fortunate Star can be obtained during the Solstice event in Destiny 2. In 2025, the primary method for acquiring Solstice gear involves engaging in Portal activities that reward a Distorted Solstice Engram.
Depending on your Power level, you should be able to obtain multiple Tier 4 and even Tier 5 versions of this weapon. While farming for Fortunate Star, keep an eye out for two new weapons this year: Festival Flight and Yeartide Apex.
