Destiny 2 - Thread of Discussion

SolvableKnave

Sequels represent the start of a new adventure for every player, with new worlds to explore, new stories to tell, new powers to acquire, new loot to earn, and much more. This led us to a decision that would enable us to serve both the game and the player’s best interests: Destiny 1 power, possessions, and Eververse-related items and currency will not carry forward. They will, however, remain accessible to you in Destiny 1.

We know that, just like us, you have grown fond of the Guardians you’ve created, so we do plan to preserve your character personalization. We are going to recognize the dedication and passion you’ve shown for this world. Specifically, the class, race, gender, face, hair, and marking selections for all characters that have achieved Level 20 and completed the Black Garden story mission will carry forward. We also plan to award those veteran accounts with honors that reflect your Destiny 1 accomplishments.

We believe this is the best path forward. It allows us to introduce the major advancements and improvements that all of us expect from a sequel, ensuring it will be the best game we can create, unencumbered by the past. We’re looking forward to sharing more details with you later this year for how we will honor your legacy in the future.

So, Destiny 2 is, so far, on course for a release this year. We know next to nothing about it, apart from our characters Race and appearance choices being carried forward, and some inference that the Cabal will be the main antagonists, based on a Mega Bloks leak. (It's also a personal hope that we see a Cabal based Raid)

I believe they are using a new game engine which will improve and speed up the process of adding new / moving existing terrain assets, which was a serious impediment in D1. (It was reported that it could take hours to just open up a game map file before even beginning to move/add assets).

One thing I do expect to see though, is the continuation of their Live Action Trailers, of which we've 3:

Destiny Official Trailer - Law of the Jungle

Destiny Live Action Trailer - Become Legend

The Taken King - Evils Most Wanted

General consensus here is E3 will be the launching stage for D2, so until then Guardians, hear the City's prayer and remember: You have been a refuge for us, a tower of strength against the enemy. Do not falter now lest the End of Days descend upon us.