Translation Theory

"Must consider new ways… What cannot change, dies…" —Variks, the Loyal

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Legendary Sidearm

Translation Theory

SolarEnergyPrimarySidearmAdaptive Frame

"Must consider new ways… What cannot change, dies…" —Variks, the Loyal

Translation Theory is a Legendary Sidearm in Destiny 2 that deals Solar damage from the Energy slot and uses primary ammo. It is built on the Adaptive Frame. Its perk pool includes Moving Target, Ambitious Assassin, Threat Detector, Under Pressure. Source: Open Legendary engrams and earn faction rank-up packages.

All possible perks

Adaptive FrameIntrinsic

A well-rounded grip, reliable and sturdy.

Sight

QuickDot SASControl SASShortspec SASTactic SASTarget SASFarPoint SAS

Magazine

Extended MagEnhAlloy MagazineEnhAppended MagEnhArmor-Piercing RoundsEnhHigh-Caliber RoundsEnhRicochet RoundsEnhFlared MagwellEnhLight MagEnhAccurized RoundsEnhTactical MagEnhDrop MagSteady RoundsEnh

Trait

Moving TargetAmbitious AssassinThreat DetectorUnder PressureFull Auto Trigger SystemOutlawSnapshot Sights

Trait

Kill ClipRampageGrave RobberTap the TriggerZen MomentOpening Shot

Each column shows every perk that can roll in that slot. Click a perk to read what it does and see all weapons that can roll it.

Base stats

Impact49
Range30
Stability63
Handling50
Reload Speed30
Aim Assistance81
Zoom12
Airborne Effectiveness12
Ammo Generation43
Rounds Per Minute300
Magazine15
Recoil Direction96

Base values from the game files, before barrels, magazines, mods and masterwork.

Overview & how to get it

Rarity
Legendary
Type
Sidearm
Element
Solar
Slot
Energy
Ammo
Primary
Source
Open Legendary engrams and earn faction rank-up packages.
Craftable
No

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