Destiny 2 Guide: How to Upgrade Crafted Weapons up to Tier 5
In brief
The Monument to Triumphs update now lets you upgrade your crafted weapons up to Tier 5 in Destiny 2. Discover the essential steps to access your weapons, the different upgrade levels, and the resources needed to reach Tier 5, then add enhanced traits.
With the Monument des Triomphes update that has just arrived in Destiny 2, crafted weapons have been updated and can now be upgraded up to Tier 5! Here are the steps to follow to carry out these upgrades.
Accessing your crafted weapons
Open your vault or your inventory to find your crafted weapons. Check for the presence of a red Deepsight icon to be sure the weapon is upgradable. Select the weapon to display it with its details and any available upgrade options.

The upgrade steps in detail
Here are the steps to follow:
Step 1: Choose your upgrade level
Weapons can be upgraded from Tier 1 to Tier 5. Each level requires dedicated resources:
- Tier 1 to Tier 3: these upgrade levels are freely accessible, so all players can do them for free with their weapons.
- Tier 4 and Tier 5: these levels are also within reach, but require different resources such as Enhancement Prisms and Ascendant Alloys.
Step 2: Access to the Enclave
To carry out Tier 4 and 5 upgrades, you need to go to the Enclave, and use the resources you have in your possession. Once there, you'll be able to interact with the stations to activate the upgrade process.
Step 3: Add enhanced traits
After reaching Tier 5, you'll have the option to add enhanced traits to your weapons.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I know if my weapon can be upgraded to Tier 5?
What materials do I need to upgrade to Tier 5?
Where do I need to go to upgrade my weapon to Tiers 4 and 5?
What's the point of reaching Tier 5?
Key takeaways
- Tiers 1 through 3 are free and accessible to all players without any special resources.
- Tiers 4 and 5 require Enhancement Prisms and Ascendant Alloys.
- The Enclave is the go-to place to perform Tier 4 and 5 upgrades on your crafted weapons.
- At Tier 5, you unlock the ability to add enhanced traits to your weapons.
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