In Destiny 2, new content featuring the Hive and Taken often introduces quests that require players to defeat a certain number of powerful enemies from these factions. Fortunately, powerful Taken enemies (characterized by yellow health bars) are relatively easy to locate, and this article will highlight some of the best sources for finding them.
Top Lost Sectors for Powerful Taken in Destiny 2
For players seeking powerful Taken, Lost Sectors scattered throughout Destiny 2 are excellent resources. While they may not be the most efficient farms, their accessibility makes them appealing. In The Final Shape expansion, six Lost Sectors feature powerful Taken enemies:
| Lost Sector Name | Location |
| Hallowed Grove | The Sludge, European Dead Zone (EDZ) |
| Cavern of Souls | The Sludge, European Dead Zone (EDZ) |
| Chamber of Starlight | Rheasilvia, The Dreaming City |
| Aphelion’s Rest | The Strand, The Dreaming City |
| The Forgotten Deep | The Landing, The Pale Heart |
| The Broken Deep | The Impasse, The Pale Heart |
The best Lost Sectors for farming are those located in the Pale Heart, as they typically contain at least two powerful Taken enemies. During the Legend/Master difficulty rotation, this number can increase significantly.
Farming Lost Sectors is straightforward. For simpler areas, like those in the EDZ, players can disregard minor enemies and head straight for the boss. In more complex Lost Sectors, particularly those in the Pale Heart, players can largely bypass lesser enemies. Although there are progress gates to navigate, succeeding through them rewards players with additional Taken foes. However, this may require extra time to complete the sector.
For example, I could complete a run of Hallowed Grove in about 30 seconds. Factoring in the time to fast travel back to the landing zone and reach the Lost Sector again, a single completion took around a minute. In contrast, Pale Heart sectors might take up to three minutes to finish, especially when including the run back. Repeating these short, somewhat monotonous activities can be a tedious endeavor.
Best Dungeons, Raids, and Exotic Missions Featuring Taken Enemies
The Taken play a prominent role in several endgame activities within Destiny 2. Players can encounter at least three powerful Taken enemies in the following activities:
| Activity Name | Activity Type | Launch Location | DLC Required |
| Shattered Throne | Dungeon | The Dreaming City | The Forsaken Pack |
| Prophecy | Dungeon | Legends Director Tab | None |
| Last Wish | Raid | The Dreaming City | The Forsaken Pack |
| Warlord’s Ruin | Dungeon | The EDZ | Witch Queen Dungeon Key |
| The Whisper | Exotic Mission | Legends Director Tab | None |
Among these five activities, the Prophecy Dungeon stands out as the most accessible option, featuring two Taken bosses along with a plethora of powerful Taken Ogres in the final encounter. The Whisper offers a good alternative, providing a simpler experience with a significant number of powerful Taken in its concluding section, though players must navigate a frustrating platforming segment to reach it.
Accessing the remaining activities typically requires a purchase, and while all of them are justified in terms of value, if I had to recommend one, it would be The Forsaken Pack. This bundle grants access to the Shattered Throne, a prime farming location that features three powerful Taken right at the start, along with the Last Wish Raid, which maintains a high reputation among players for its quality and challenge.
Farming Taken in Strikes, Activities, and World Sources
The Destiny 2 universe offers a variety of locations filled with Taken enemies. However, locating the powerful variants can be more challenging. Players can rely on Public Events in Neomuna or the EDZ for a speedy gathering of enemies, but we are focusing on reliable farming spots.
Unfortunately, many activities that spawn powerful Taken can be hit or miss due to time limitations, enemy distribution adjustments, or randomness in enemy appearances. Nevertheless, there are still some viable options.
| Activity Name | Activity Type | Location | Restrictions |
| The Corrupted | Strike | The Dreaming City | None |
| Lake of Shadows | Strike | EDZ | Reduced Taken presence; final boss is Taken. |
| Hypernet Current | Strike | Neomuna | DLC locked; reduced presence, final boss is Taken. |
| Blind Well | World Event | The Dreaming City | Taken available only during a specific week in a three-week cycle. |
| Dares of Eternity | Arena activity | Eternity | Taken appear randomly in four encounter rounds. |
| Overthrow | World activity | The Pale Heart | DLC locked; Taken prevalent but not guaranteed every encounter. |
| Gambit | Ritual activity | Gambit Director node | Taken guaranteed during Primeval round; powerful kill not guaranteed. |
| Enemies move against one another (Taken present) | World event | The Dreaming City | Random event at the gates of the Blind Well. |
Your choice of farming method will depend heavily on the time and availability of Taken activities. When it’s Taken week in the Dreaming City, it’s the optimal choice, while The Corrupted strike is consistently a reliable source, especially in higher Nightfall levels. The free Dares of Eternity often includes at least one Taken round per run, although it offers no guarantees. For players owning The Final Shape DLC, the Pale Heart presents an excellent opportunity for gathering Taken, with Overthrow serving as a comfortable alternative for farming Exotic Class Items.
Your ultimate decision will hinge on how much you’re willing to grind. Changing activities periodically can help mitigate boredom and infuse some variety into your gaming experience. Access to paid DLC may present a barrier, but Bungie has simplified the process of acquiring older content through the Legacy Collection, which bundles a selection of activities from past expansions into a single convenient purchase. This bundle often goes on sale, although its standard price of $70 (around €66) may be prohibitively high for some players.
Fortunately, a number of free sources for powerful Taken exist, so players are not obligated to spend money unless they choose to. Regardless of your strategy, head out and show those Taken who’s in charge!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What are powerful Taken in Destiny 2?
Powerful Taken are elite enemies characterized by yellow health bars found throughout various activities in Destiny 2. They provide a greater challenge and are often required for specific quests and bounties.
Where can I find powerful Taken enemies?
You can find powerful Taken enemies in various Lost Sectors, dungeons, and strike activities across the game, particularly in places like the Dreaming City and The Pale Heart.
How can I efficiently farm powerful Taken?
The most efficient way to farm powerful Taken is to focus on specific Lost Sectors or strike missions that consistently spawn powerful enemies. Activities like the Prophecy Dungeon and The Corrupted strike are particularly effective.
Are there any activities that guarantee powerful Taken spawns?
While many activities may feature powerful Taken as part of their enemy pool, they are not always guaranteed. However, activities like The Corrupted and the Prophecy Dungeon frequently provide opportunities to encounter them.
Do I need to pay for any DLC to encounter powerful Taken?
Some activities featuring powerful Taken do require payment for specific expansions, such as The Forsaken Pack for accessing the Last Wish raid and Shattered Throne dungeon. However, there are free options available as well.
