Bath and body magic refers to the transformative effects that taking care of our bodies and indulging in bath rituals can have on our overall well-being. The act of taking a bath goes beyond just getting clean; it is a chance to disconnect from the outside world and focus on self-care. When it comes to bath and body magic, there are different aspects to consider. First, there are the physical benefits of taking a bath. The warm water helps to relax our muscles, ease tension, and promote better sleep. It can also improve blood circulation and have a positive effect on our skin, leaving it feeling softer and more moisturized.
And that’s a trend that arises quite frequently when playing The Witch Queen. While just about every inch of the content added does everything right, its shortcomings are instead defined by what isn’t there. That’s embodied perfectly by the complete lack of additions both to Destiny’s PvP modes and the PvE/PvP hybrid mode Gambit. Once you step out of the excellent campaign and new content around it, which you’ll almost certainly need to do during the grind to the endgame, you’ll find that absolutely nothing has been added to Crucible – no new game modes and not a single map. This isn’t a new trend either as Bungie has largely left their PvP options rotting on the vine, even removing a whopping eleven maps from their playlists without replacing them and going on almost two years without adding a new one. Similarly, Gambit has had its maps reduced to just four, and only minor changes have been made to it over the years despite it being easily the least enjoyable mode Destiny has.
I didn t think it possible, but by God, Bungie actually managed to tell an impressively good story in Destiny alongside all that too, and that just warms my Stasis-frozen heart. Bungie has said it plans to bring the other subclasses into parity over the next year or so, but in the meantime the meta remains very much imbalanced in a way that discourages you from using half of the abilities on offer.
It can also improve blood circulation and have a positive effect on our skin, leaving it feeling softer and more moisturized. Moreover, bath and body magic extends beyond the physical realm. It has psychological and emotional benefits as well.
New to Destiny 2 and want to buy content but don’t know where to start? Is Steam/PSN/Xbox Store having a sale and you’re ready to pull the trigger? Here’s a guide on understanding Bungie’s complicated slate of content offerings (March 2022)
With the Witch Queen release, I’ve once again been seeing a lot of questions about what to buy, so here’s a quick guide to currently available Destiny content to help you make an informed decision. Note that this has unfortunately only gotten more complicated since I last wrote a version of this almost a year ago , so this will be slightly longer as it requires a little more context and explanation.
How many Destiny 2 expansions/DLCs are there, and what are they?
In order of release, we have:
- Destiny 2 (Red War Campaign)
- Curse of Osiris
- Warmind
- Forsaken
- Shadowkeep
- Beyond Light
- The Witch Queen
The first four campaigns have been vaulted and are no longer in the game. The base version of Destiny 2 is free, so that leaves Forsaken Pack (no campaign), Shadowkeep, Beyond Light, and Witch Queen available for purchase. Bungie 30th Anniversary Pack is also available paid DLC, but it’s not a traditional story expansion.
Help me out here. What’s the difference between the 4 available expansions?
Destiny is all about continually moving forward, and as such the most recent expansion will always have the most relevant content for increasing your character’s level and building out your arsenal. Shadowkeep and Beyond Light have campaigns that won’t help much with leveling, while Witch Queen will give you the newest gear as you play through the campaign and includes multiple activities that will help you reach the maximum power level (1560 as of this writing).
Ok, it sounds like there’s no reason to own the old expansions. Why should I consider them?
Forsaken Pack, Shadowkeep, and Beyond Light still have relevant content, including strikes, dungeons, raids, and exotic weapons and armor. If you want to play end game content at all, you will miss out on having all the available exotics to use, and the weekly Nightfall strike won’t be playable if it is a week that the strike is from one of these three DLCs. Beyond Light also has the Stasis subclass to unlock. If you’re into Destiny lore and storytelling, you also may miss not having played through the campaigns.
Ok, so what should I buy?
My personal recommendation is to buy Witch Queen first, and if it hooks you and you find yourself playing all the time and getting serious about end game content, then buy Forsaken Pack, Shadowkeep, and Beyond Light once you’ve been hooked. Witch Queen is an excellent starting point for new players as it includes the best campaign Bungie has ever made for Destiny and the writing and story is arguably as good as it has ever been. If you skip the older DLCs, you’ll miss out on a few references here and there to story from those campaigns, but that’s going to happen anyways since there are references to events from D1 and from D2 stories that aren’t in the game anymore. If you’re pretty confident you’re ready to go “all in” on D2, then go ahead and get all 4.
What about other editions of the game? And what about seasons?
Let’s cover seasons first. In addition to major expansions, Destiny runs on a seasonal model to keep new content coming between major releases. Seasons run on a roughly 3 month schedule. Owning the season pass gives you access to exclusive cosmetic items, exotic weapons, seasonal activities, and quests. Earning the seasonal cosmetic items can only be done during the season as it requires earning XP for the 100-level battle pass. Once the season ends, if you didn’t earn the levels needed to unlock everything, there’s no way to get them (although you can still retrieve items you earned but didn’t claim). However, the seasonal activity, loot and, story content sticks around until the next expansion is released (Lightfall, which as of this writing is at least a year away). If this past year is any indication, once the new expansion launches, all content related to seasons will be removed unless they choose to add one of the activities to the Vanguard playlist like they did with Season 13 Battlegrounds recently, but strikes and activities in the playlist are already free for everyone. Seasons cost 1000 Silver to purchase, which works out to roughly $10.
As for the various game editions, there are two bundled versions currently available: the Legacy Collection and the Witch Queen Deluxe Edition. The Legacy Collection includes all 3 of the old expansions (Forsaken Pack, Shadowkeep, Beyond Light), while Witch Queen Deluxe Edition includes Witch Queen, all 4 of this year’s season passes (Seasons 16-19), and 2 dungeons that will be released later this year. There’s also the Bungie 30th Anniversary Pack that was released in December, and there’s a second Witch Queen Deluxe Edition bundle that includes it as well. Note that you can only purchase a season pass individually while the season is active, so getting access to Season 16 story, activities, exotics, and quests after it ends in late May can only be done by purchasing Witch Queen Deluxe Edition that includes all 4 seasons (Bungie has never sold access to old seasons individually). We also don’t know how much it will cost to buy the 2 dungeons individually, as Bungie hasn’t announced the price yet but has stated that they are not a part of the season passes and can only be obtained through the Deluxe Edition or purchasing them separately .
Do my purchases transfer between platforms? With Cross-Save/Cross-Play, sometimes I play on different platforms.
Official DLC purchases made on a platform store do not give you access to the same content on another platform. This is due to the way platform vendors handle DLC content licenses, as, for example, Microsoft is not going to honor a purchase you made on PlayStation Network. However, since seasons are purchased with in-game currency, seasonal content can be accessed on any platform once you’ve purchased the season.
Ok, but what about cost? This is starting to sound expensive if I want to go “all-in”.
Finally, I’m going to list all current (March 2022) retail prices of all bundles and individual content pieces below in USD in an attempt to make it easy to see everything in one place and be able to compare how much a bundle saves you over buying things piecemeal. I’m also listing notable pieces of content that are included in each DLC. Note that sales do happen often enough on the various platforms that you will almost certainly be able to buy older pieces of content at a discount if you’re patient.
Individual DLCs
Forsaken Pack - $20
- Forsaken-Era Exotics
- Shattered Throne Dungeon
- Last Wish Raid
- Shadowkeep Campaign
- Shadowkeep-Era Exotics
- Pit of Heresy Dungeon
- Garden of Salvation Raid
Beyond Light - $30
- Beyond Light Campaign
- Stasis Subclass
- Beyond Light-Era Exotics
- Deep Stone Crypt Raid
The Witch Queen - $40
- Witch Queen Campaign
- Witch Queen-Era Exotics (all exotic armor released from WQ launch until Lightfall will require WQ ownership, plus exotic weapons tied to Witch Queen story quests)
- Vow of the Disciple Raid
Bungie 30th Anniversary Pack - $25
Dares of Eternity Matchmade ActivityThis activity is actually available for free- Exclusive Cosmetic Items
- Grasp of Avarice Dungeon
- Gjallarhorn Exotic Rocket Launcher
Current Season Pass - 1000 Silver ($10)
- Seasons Typically Include:
- Matchmade Seasonal Activity
- Week-to-week unlocking story content
- 100-level Battle Pass that includes exclusive Armor Ornament set, Ghost Shell, and Sparrow, in addition to various other rewards
- Exotic Weapon Quest
Bundles
Legacy Collection - $60
- Forsaken Pack
- Shadowkeep
- Beyond Light
The Witch Queen Deluxe Edition - $80
- The Witch Queen
- Season Passes for S16, S17, S18, S19 (all seasons from WQ until Lightfall launch)
- 2 Dungeons (coming sometime between now and Lightfall)
The Witch Queen Deluxe Edition + Bungie 30th Anniversary Bundle - $100
- Includes all content from WQ Deluxe Edition
- Includes Bungie 30th Anniversary Pack
Current Season Pass - 1000 Silver ($10)
Taking a bath gives us an opportunity to slow down, be present in the moment, and practice mindfulness. By utilizing bath products with soothing scents, we can create a sensory experience that calms the mind and helps to reduce stress and anxiety. It can also be a form of self-expression and a way to nurture our self-esteem, as we take the time to care for and pamper our bodies. In addition to the act of bathing itself, the products we use during our bath rituals can add an extra layer of magic. Bath salts, bath bombs, oils, and scrubs enhance the overall experience, making it more luxurious and enjoyable. These products often contain ingredients that provide specific benefits, such as essential oils for relaxation or exfoliating agents for smoother skin. Incorporating these products into our bath routine can amplify the magical effects on both our body and mind. Overall, bath and body magic is about creating a sacred space and time for ourselves to unwind, rejuvenate, and reconnect with our bodies. It is a reminder of the importance of self-care and the impact it can have on our overall well-being. By incorporating bath rituals and using indulgent products, we can tap into the transformative powers of this practice and experience the magic it brings into our lives..
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