The Call to Arms event has arrived in Destiny 2, bringing the coveted Avant-Garde title for dedicated Guardians. Running from November 11 to November 25, 2025, this limited-time competitive event offers eight standard triumphs plus one hidden gilding challenge. Whether you’re a completionist or just want to showcase your achievements before the Renegades expansion, here’s your complete roadmap to unlocking and gilding the Avant-Garde seal.
What Is the Avant-Garde Seal?
The Avant-Garde seal consists of eight objectives for the standard version, with an additional secret task for gilding. This title celebrates your participation across all Call to Arms activities, from PvE Portal missions to competitive PvP matches. Once unlocked, you can equip it as a visible badge of honor beneath your Guardian’s name.
Table of Contents
Destiny 2 Standard Seal Requirements (8 Triumphs)
Completing these eight tasks unlocks the base Avant-Garde title. Each triumph is straightforward but requires consistent engagement throughout the two-week event.
| Triumph | Objective | How to Complete |
|---|---|---|
| Mortal Coil | Register score in The Coil | Complete Coil activity with Close Danger & Protection modifiers |
| Groundproof | Register score in Proving Grounds | Complete Proving Grounds activity through Event Hub |
| Deep in the Zone | Register score in Zone Control | Finish one Zone Control PvP match |
| Nice and Salty | Register score in Salt Mines | Complete Salt Mines Solo Ops activity |
| Helio There | Register score in Heliostat | Finish the Exotic Mission from Event Hub |
| Hept Harmonies | Collect all 7 event weapons | Attune weapons with Devrim Kay and complete activities |
| Loot Grabber | Open 5 daily chests | Log in on 5 separate days and claim chest at Tower |
| Track Star | Complete Event Track | Reach Rank 40 through Daily and Weekly challenges |
Pro Tip: Start with the “Armament Protocol” quest from Devrim Kay before attempting any activities, as this unlocks access to the event’s full features.
Detailed Triumph Walkthroughs
Activity-Based Triumphs (Mortal Coil, Groundproof, Nice and Salty, Helio There)
These four triumphs simply require registering a score in specific Portal activities. Access them through the Event Hub’s “Play” section. Complete activities with the two modifiers—Close Danger Trade-off and Protection—active. You don’t need high scores; any completion counts.
Deep in the Zone (PvP Requirement)
Zone Control represents the event’s PvP component. If you typically avoid Crucible, don’t worry—one completed match is all you need. Focus on capturing zones rather than eliminations to help your team and finish quickly.
Hept Harmonies (Weapon Collection)
This triumph demands the most grinding. Attune weapons from Devrim Kay and complete activities that reward bonus engrams and Call to Arms weapon engrams. The seven weapons include Ribbontail (Trace Rifle), Folded Root (Rocket Launcher), Romantic Death (Grenade Launcher), Submersion (Combat Bow), and three others. Prioritize activities marked with weapon engram rewards.
Track Star (Rank 40 Grind)
Complete Daily and Weekly challenges in the Event Hub to reach Rank 40. With two weeks available, you’ll need to play nearly every day. Daily challenges reset every 24 hours and often involve weapon-specific kills, so coordinate with your attuned weapon choice.
Gilding Challenge: 310 Placement Points
The hidden triumph for gilding requires serious competitive effort. Accumulate 310 Placement Points and earn all five reward tiers by tracking progress in the scoreboard tab of your Event Hub. Your placement points come from high activity scores relative to other players.
Strategy for Maximum Points:
- Play during off-peak hours for better percentile rankings
- Focus on activities you perform best in
- Use optimal loadouts with meta weapons
- Run activities with coordinated fireteams when possible
The scoreboard displays your current tier progress and total points earned. Keep checking it to gauge whether you’re on track for the 310-point goal.
Time-Sensitive Tips
With only two weeks to complete everything, efficiency matters:
- Daily Login Priority: Grab your daily chest immediately for Loot Grabber progress
- Weapon Attunement: Change your attuned weapon at Devrim Kay to match daily challenges
- Activity Selection: Focus on activities that progress multiple triumphs simultaneously
- Weekend Push: Reserve your most intensive grinding for weekends when you have more time
For additional Destiny 2 strategies and event guides, check out our coverage of seasonal activities and best farming methods. Official details about Call to Arms are available on Bungie’s website.
FAQs
Q: Can I complete the Avant-Garde seal after the Call to Arms event ends?
No, the Avant-Garde seal is exclusive to the Call to Arms event running November 11-25, 2025. After November 25th, you cannot earn any triumphs or complete remaining objectives. If you haven’t finished by the deadline, you’ll need to wait for the event to potentially return in future seasons.
Q: Do I need to complete activities on higher difficulties for the seal triumphs?
No, difficulty doesn’t matter for most seal triumphs. Simply registering a score by completing activities counts toward objectives like Mortal Coil, Groundproof, and others. However, playing on higher difficulties may help you earn better placement percentiles for the 310 Placement Points gilding challenge, as scores typically scale with difficulty.
