The Division 2 / Exotic Assault Rifle
How to Get Eagle Bearer in The Division 2
Eagle Bearer is a legendary raid-exclusive exotic assault rifle featuring the Tenacity talent that splits incoming damage and grants devastating headshot buffs. Unofficial fan guide by Raigulus.
Eagle Bearer at a Glance
| Type | Exotic Assault Rifle |
|---|---|
| Talent | Tenacity |
| Source | Dark Hours Raid (weekly lockout) |
How to Unlock It
Eagle Bearer drops exclusively from the Dark Hours raid, the first 8-player raid introduced in The Division 2. The drop is RNG-based and each character can only attempt it once per week due to the raid lockout. Assemble a competent 8-player group, learn the boss mechanics, and run it weekly for the best chance. Multiple characters increase your odds since each gets a separate weekly attempt.
Tenacity, Explained
Tenacity fundamentally changes how you take damage. Instead of receiving the full hit instantly, you absorb 50% immediately and the remaining 50% is dealt as a bleed effect over 10 seconds. This effectively gives you a second chance to heal or kill the source before the full damage lands. Headshot kills during this window grant a +35% damage buff that lasts 10 seconds, rewarding aggressive precision play.
Build Tips
Eagle Bearer is a powerhouse in both PVP and PVE DPS builds. The damage buff from headshot kills stacks with other damage multipliers, making it lethal in skilled hands. Negotiator's Dilemma pairs well since it spreads damage to marked targets while you fish for headshot kills. In PVP, the Tenacity bleed delay can bait opponents into overcommitting. For full setups see tested Division 2 builds.
FAQ
- Is Eagle Bearer still raid-locked?
- Yes, Eagle Bearer only drops from the Dark Hours raid. There is no alternative acquisition method, and the raid has a weekly lockout per character.
- How does Tenacity handle incoming damage?
- Tenacity causes you to receive 50% of damage immediately while the remaining 50% is dealt as bleed over 10 seconds. This effectively lets you survive burst damage that would otherwise kill you.
- Can I farm Eagle Bearer with multiple characters?
- Yes, each of your characters can complete the Dark Hours raid once per week for a chance at Eagle Bearer. Running with 4 characters maximizes your weekly attempts.
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