‘Destiny 2’ lore primer: recapping the story ahead of ‘The Witch Queen’

A quick refresher on Destiny 2’s complex story so far.

The Witch Queen, Destiny 2’s long-awaited expansion set to tie together storylines dating back to the original Destiny, debuts Feb. 22, 2022. It’s poised to be one of the series’ biggest releases to date, as it will give Guardians their first encounter with the mysterious Taken witch, Savathûn.

Whether you’re a New Light or just need a refresher on the events leading up to the present, this synopsis offers a snapshot view of the game’s complex storyline up through Season of the Lost.