Tracing the Stars quest - Destiny 2
The Tracing the Stars quest has players searching for Atlas Skews, among other things, in Destiny 2.
Tracing the Stars is a new quest in Destiny 2 introduced with Season of the Lost. This quest has players doing some work for Queen Mara Sov, including, for Part 1, gallivanting around the Dreaming City in search of Atlas Skews.
Last updated on September 1, 2021.
Tracing the Stars quest – Part 1
The Tracing the Stars quest in Destiny 2 is available part of the way through the Season of the Lost campaign. Tracing the Stars can be collected from the Wayfinder’s Compass Calibration station in the H.E.L.M.
Step 1: Speak with Queen Mara Sov
Go through the portal in the H.E.L.M. and chat with Queen Mara Sov.
Step 2: Collect Atlas Skews in Divalian Mists
Now, you will need to collect Atlas Skews from around the Dreaming City. There are five in total, spread out across the area. These are all in the Divalian Mists area, so no need to venture to Rheasilvia or The Strand. As you get close to an Atlas Skew, you will see a diamond waypoint appear.
Divalian-Rheasilvia Path, Lower Cliffside
The first Atlas Skew is over the edge of the cliff that leads to Rheasilvia. This is near where one of the Dreaming City cats is located.
Divalian-Cimmerian Path, Central Cave
This Atlas Skew is in the center of Divalian Mists, in a cave that is right below the plateau that leads to the Blind Well.
Drowned Bay Alcove
Enter the Bay of Drowned Wishes to find this Atlas Skew. As you enter the main area of the Lost Sector, stick to the right-hand side to spot the skew.
Spine Oracle Orrery
This Atlas Skew is at the top of the Orrery in the Spine of Keres. This area is found by starting at the Divalian Mists, going straight ahead, and then through the caves on the left-hand side. Jump across the gaps and enter the large building. Jump up the platforms to reach the top of the orrery.
Distant Spine Island Tree
The last Atlas Skew is also in the Spine of Keres. This one is along the little islands on the far top-left side of the map. You can work your way around the orrery building to get here. With this last one collected, you can move on to the next step.
Step 3: A Hollow Coronation
Launch the quest, A Hollow Coronation, from the H.E.L.M. Go through the portal and deposit the Atlas Skews on the device on the left.
Step 4: Return to the H.E.L.M.
Go back to the HELM and interact with the Wayfinder’s Compass Calibration machine. You will receive a new weapon for your efforts as well as a promise that Queen Mara Sov will let you know when she's found more Atlas Skews. This will conclude Tracing the Stars Part 1.
Tracing the Stars – Part 2
After completing the first part, Tracing the Stars Part 2 will be available from the Wayfinder’s Compass in the H.E.L.M. Collect the quest and then set off on the first step.
Step 1: Speak with Mara Sov
Travel through the portal in the H.E.L.M. and speak with Mara Sov.
Step 2: Find Atlas Skews in Strand, Garden of Esila and Aphelion’s Rest
You’ll now need to track down five more Atlas Skews in a few areas of the Dreaming City. They will be located in the Strand, Garden of Esila, and “nearby Lost Sectors”, which means Aphelion’s Rest.
Stand Towering Statue
The first Atlas Skew is found at the top of the huge statue in The Strand. As you enter the Strand, go to the area where the Public Event takes place and climb up the curving rock to reach the top.
Strand Gazebo Statue
This Atlas Skew is found behind the large gazebo overlooking The Strand – it’s also where Petra Venj hangs out. Work your way up to the gazebo and then jump around the back to find the skew.
Aphelion Brazier
This Atlas Skew is at the very end of the Aphelion’s Rest Lost Sector in the Dreaming City. Fight through the Lost Sector until you reach the boss, then look behind the brazier above the chest to find the skew.
Garden Waterfall
This Atlas Skew can be found in the Garden of Esila, an area to the left of The Strand. As you enter the Garden, stick to the right-hand side until you come across the waterfall, which is where you’ll find the skew.
Garden Bridge Tree
Another Atlas Skew can be found in the Garden of Esila, this time near the large tree that’s across the bridge. You will need to work your way through the Garden, around the perimeter, until you reach the tree that’s over the bridge. Alternatively, you may be able to jump up to it from below with some tricky jumping.
Step 3: A Hollow Coronation
With the five Atlas Skews collected, you can now continue through to the Hollow Coronation to place the skews and listen to the recording. This mission is launched via the H.E.L.M. map.
Step 4: Return to the H.E.L.M.
Head back to the H.E.L.M. and interact with the Wayfinder’s Compass vendor station to debrief with Mara. This will complete Tracing the Stars Part 2.
Tracing the Stars – Part 3
Tracing the Stars Part 3 will be available from the Wayfinder’s Compass station in the H.E.L.M. upon completing the previous part. Pick it up under the “Quests” section.
Step 1: Speak with Mara Sov
Go through the portal in the H.E.L.M. and chat with Queen Mara Sov.
Step 2: Collect Atlas Skews in Rheasilvia
You will now need to find five Atlas Skews in Rheasilvia, an area in the north of the Dreaming City.
Rheasilvia Secluded Statue
This first Atlas Skew is in Rheasilvia, to the right of the main building over on the rocky outcropping. You will need to go around the rocks and jump across the gap before climbing up the mountain to reach it.
Rheasilvia Lower Level
This Atlas Skew is down by the Chamber of Starlight Lost Sector in Rheasilvia. As you enter the area from Divalian Mists, stick to the right-hand side and drop down to a lower level to spot the skew.
Rheasilvia Temple Overlook
The third Atlas Skew is out the front of the main building in Rheasilvia. Go to the left of the building to a large rocky hill. On top of the hill will be the skew.
Harbinger Sidehall Statue
The fourth Atlas Skew is in Harbinger’s Seclude, the main building in Rheasilvia. Continue through the main building until you reach the open cavern with the temple on the right-hand side and the cliff on your left (with the Season of the Hunt Wrathborn Lure spot nearby). Go inside the temple to spot the skew.
Harbinger Ahamkara Skulls
The final Atlas Skew is deep inside the Harbinger’s Seclude, the main building in Rheasilvia. Continue through the building until you get to the open cavern with the temple on the right. Pass through this area to the next room and go down the spiral stairs. Drop down the circular hole in the floor to enter a large chamber, the skew will be near the wall of statues.
Step 3: A Hollow Coronation
Launch the Hollow Coronation quest via the H.E.L.M. and then place the Atlas Skews in the appropriate area. Listen to the story and then head back to the Wayfinder’s Compass station.
Step 4: Return to the H.E.L.M.
Go back to the H.E.L.M. and use the Wayfinder’s Compass station to speak with Mara Sov.
Tracing the Stars – Part 4
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With the Tracing the Stars quest completed, you’ll be one step closer to acquiring more powerful gears in Destiny 2: Season of the Lost. Be sure to check out the Shacknews Destiny 2 Guide for more coverage of this season and next.
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