Complete Destiny 2 Orientation Quest Guide – All Sacred Emergence Molt & Ghost Locations
If you’ve found yourself stumbling across cryptic symbols and spectral whispers in the Edge of Fate expansion for Destiny 2, then you're likely already knee-deep in Orin's Orientation Quest — formally titled Sacred Emergence. This side quest unravels a set of mysteries tied to the enigmatic Nine and features nine hidden symbols scattered across Neomuna.
This guide is your definitive companion — a complete walkthrough that details every Sacred Emergence Molt, Ghost location, and all Nine Symbols you must commune with to complete Orin’s powerful and poetic journey.
Whether you’re a lore hound or chasing those final triumphs, let’s decode the Nine, together.
🗝️ Where the Journey Begins: Initiating Sacred Emergence
To embark on the Orientation side quest, you’ll first need to head to The Stacks, a gritty urban sector of Neomuna where secrets pulse beneath neon lights. If you’ve already completed the bulk of the campaign and gained access to the full map, then fast traveling to The Stacks is the easiest way to begin.
Once you land, keep your eyes peeled for Loi, who’ll be near the quest marker. Walk up, interact, and the Sacred Emergence side quest will unlock. Orin’s voice echoes as your Ghost interprets eerie signals — your task: find the Nine’s symbols and learn their message.
🌌 The Significance of the Nine Symbols
What exactly are these symbols?
Each one represents a fragment of communion with the Nine — otherworldly beings who’ve long influenced the Destiny mythos from the shadows. These aren’t collectibles in the traditional sense. They’re echoes, left in hidden corners of the world for those tuned into the frequency of the unknown.
You’ll need to locate nine specific sites, interact with their symbolic projections, and commune with the Nine to progress.
The catch? They're extremely well hidden — unless you’ve got a guide like this.
🌀 Symbol One: Beneath The Stacks’ Lower Levels
Once you’ve triggered the quest, turn your attention to Symbol #1, which lies not far from where you begin.
How to find it:
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From the Stacks fast travel point, head straight down the alley and take the sharp left turn past the neon-lit structure.
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Enter the building and descend the staircase into the lower access tunnels.
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Here, grab the Relocator Cannon — a handy piece of tech you’ll need to access several locked zones throughout this quest.
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Use the cannon to open the portal, step inside, and proceed through the door.
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At the top of the staircase, tucked behind a stack of debris and bags, you’ll see the first glowing symbol shimmering against the wall.
Commune with it, and the Nine stir.
🔥 Symbol Two: The Tunnel of Sparks and Shadows
Our next destination keeps us close to the Stacks but takes us underground.
Here’s the route:
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Begin again at the Stacks, then head toward the tunnel entrance near the graffiti-covered pillar.
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If you’ve finished the main campaign, the gate should already be open.
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Descend into the dark tunnel, past the collapsed corridor and pipes.
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Look for a Matter Spark, if needed, to activate the tunnel’s next section.
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Once you move into the final room, the second symbol will be waiting on a far wall, partially obscured by light reflections.
A quick communion here draws you deeper into the Nine’s mindstream.
🌿 Symbols Three, Four & Five: The Path Through Assimilated Easement
Things begin to spread out now. The next batch of symbols can be found by navigating into Assimilated Easement — a zone brimming with cyber-organic overgrowth and hidden pathways.
Symbol Three:
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Fast travel to the Assimilated Easement.
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Immediately pivot 180° and walk back toward the ledge.
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Drop down to a lower platform, where a fractured conduit juts out of the wall.
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The symbol is nestled behind the conduit — use your Ghost if needed to highlight it in tight corners.
Symbol Four:
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From the same easement, push deeper into the interior complex.
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Follow the hallway with crimson lighting until it opens into a cathedral-like chamber.
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High above on a support beam, the symbol is faint but visible.
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Use your jump or grapple to access it.
Symbol Five:
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Head toward the Assimilated Emanation zone, accessible only after progressing through the campaign.
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Expect a large enemy presence here — waves of Taken and Vex often swarm the area.
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In the central arboretum, where a pulsating tree dominates the space, look directly beneath its glowing canopy.
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The symbol lies embedded in the roots, surrounded by shimmering flora.
The Nine's message is beginning to take form — pieces are merging.
🌁 Symbol Six: Tree of Communion
Symbol Six tests both your movement skills and combat reflexes.
Here’s how to find it:
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Launch from the Assimilated Emanation fast travel point.
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Navigate toward the lower facility where spore-like mist emanates from the vents.
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Upon entering the large chamber, be ready — enemies will pour in from every angle.
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Your goal is to reach the central tree, the same arboreal structure mentioned earlier.
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The symbol is carved into the trunk, but will not be active until all enemies are cleared.
Once the space is silent, commune again — the Nine whisper something ancient.
🧊 Symbol Seven: The Curtiled Divide’s Hidden Niche
The seventh symbol brings us into the frigid zone known as the Curtiled Divide.
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Travel to the Divide’s closest landing point and begin moving toward the elevated balcony with the twin pylons.
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Head to the right of the main platform and duck beneath the overpass — a space easily missed by even seasoned Guardians.
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There, tucked behind a generator and discarded armor crates, the symbol glows faint blue.
Symbol seven feels heavy — as if its echo carries regret.
🔧 Symbol Eight: Pipe Jumping at August Bethl
Now we’re entering parkour territory. Symbol Eight lies in a precarious spot in August Bethl, a vertical maze of suspended pipes and shadowed ledges.
Finding it requires precision:
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Begin once more at the Curtiled Divide, then head westward into the towering infrastructure of Bethl.
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Hug the left-hand wall, keeping an eye out for interlocking steel pipes.
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Jump across the pipes carefully — a fall here means restarting the sequence.
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At the final stretch, a broken platform juts out toward a circular fan vent.
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The eighth symbol is hovering just above this platform, glowing like a silent star.
Touch it, and Orin’s tone shifts — less curiosity, more clarity.
🏛️ Symbol Nine: The Aonian Campus Secrets
Our final symbol lies in Aonian Campus, a cerebral zone packed with tech relics, lab ruins, and secret corridors.
To retrieve it:
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Fast travel directly to Aonian Campus, then walk toward the Central Academy building.
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Enter through the main atrium — it’s quiet here, unsettlingly so.
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In the central room between two imposing pillars, the final symbol rests, as if waiting for centuries.
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This symbol pulses stronger than the rest, drawing your Ghost into a glow.
Upon communing, a brief vision flickers — the Nine have acknowledged you.
🎇 Completing the Sacred Emergence Quest
With all nine symbols discovered and communed with, it’s time to wrap the quest.
Return to The Stacks, back to the exact location where you began the Orientation. The quest marker will prompt a final interaction: “Invoke the Nine.”
Your Guardian stands, glowing with knowledge and resonance. Orin’s voice speaks with solemnity, revealing truths she’s uncovered through these signs.
And just like that, Sacred Emergence is complete.
But its impact? That lingers.
🧠 Bonus Lore: What Is the Sacred Molt?
Throughout the quest, sharp-eyed Guardians will notice subtle references to a “Sacred Molt” — this isn’t a physical item but rather a metaphorical molt of understanding. Orin, once a shadowed emissary of the Nine, sheds layers of ignorance through each communion.
It’s your journey too. Every symbol is a metaphor — of transformation, of emergence, of what it means to serve something larger than light or dark.
🎮 Final Thoughts: The Nine Are Listening
Sacred Emergence isn’t just a checklist-style quest — it’s a story, a pilgrimage, and a bridge between realities. Whether you’re here for loot, lore, or just the completion mark, remember this:
Each symbol is more than a waypoint.
Each whisper is more than static.
And every moment you spend uncovering them? It draws you closer to the Nine — and yourself.
🧾 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Where does the Sacred Emergence quest begin in Destiny 2?
A: The quest starts at The Stacks on Neomuna. Speak to Loi near the fast travel point to begin Orin’s Orientation Quest.
Q: How many symbols are there in the Sacred Emergence quest?
A: There are nine total symbols scattered across Neomuna. Each one represents a communion point with the Nine.
Q: Do I need to complete the main campaign before starting this quest?
A: While you can begin the quest early, some zones like Assimilated Emanation and August Bethl require campaign progression to access.
Q: What is the Relocator Cannon and how do I use it?
A: The Relocator Cannon is found early in the quest and is used to activate specific portals. It’s key to accessing Symbol 1.
Q: What is the “Sacred Molt” mentioned in the quest?
A: The Sacred Molt is a symbolic concept tied to Orin's transformation and communion with the Nine—not a tangible item.
Q: What happens after I collect all nine symbols?
A: Return to The Stacks and invoke the Nine at the original quest site. This completes Orin’s Orientation and unlocks lore and progress rewards.
Q: Are there enemies near the symbols?
A: Yes, several symbol locations, especially in Assimilated Emanation, are guarded by enemies. You may need to clear them to proceed.
Q: Can I redo the Sacred Emergence quest?
A: No. Once completed, the quest cannot be repeated. However, it contributes to overall triumph and lore progression in Edge of Fate.
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