The Monument of Triumph update introduces several new Materials to Destiny 2, including Strange Signal, which plays an important role in the new Distortion system.
Unlike most materials that are simply exchanged for rewards, Strange Signal is used to uncover hidden caches guarded by powerful enemies across distorted destinations.
Learning how to obtain and use it properly will help you earn more rewards and get the most out of the Monument of Triumph content.
How To Get Strange Signal?
Strange Signal is automatically created once you collect 50 Strange Matter from Distortion-affected destinations and activities.
You may only hold one Strange Signal at a time, preventing additional Strange Matter from immediately converting while one is already in your inventory.
Instead, any extra Strange Matter you collect will be stored and automatically converted into a new Strange Signal once the current one has been used.
How To Use Strange Signal?
While Strange Signal is in your inventory, it will mark a location on your map where a hidden reward chest can be found.
Traveling to the marked location will reveal a powerful combatant that must be defeated before you can unlock the chest and claim its rewards.
Opening the chest consumes your Strange Signal, and if enough stored Strange Matter has accumulated, another one will automatically be created.
Best Way To Farm Strange Signal
The best way to farm Strange Signals is to focus on collecting Strange Matter through Public Events, defeating enemies, opening chests, and gathering destination materials in distorted areas.
If you already have a Strange Signal, continue farming instead of using it immediately, since any additional Strange Matter you collect will continue to be stored.
Once you’ve built up a healthy reserve of stored Strange Matter, clear the marked encounter and immediately begin working toward your next Strange Signal.
Verdict
Strange Signal is a unique Material that turns your progress in Distortions into opportunities for even greater rewards.
Its automatic conversion from Strange Matter and storage system makes it easy to keep farming without worrying about wasting collected resources.
Whether you’re chasing new gear or simply making the most of Distortion activities, understanding how Strange Signal works will make your farming much more efficient.
