How to Beat Strike Boss: Protheon, Modular Mind (The Inverted Spire)

Master the Inverted Spire strike in Destiny 2 by learning how to defeat the Modular Mind, Protheon. This guide covers Protheon's mechanics and effective strategies for victory.

Stats / Weaknesses:

• Boss: Protheon, Modular Mind
• Location: The Inverted Spire Strike, Nessus
• Weaknesses: Protheon is vulnerable to all damage types when its shield is down. Its elemental affinity changes throughout the fight, so be prepared to adapt.
• Resistances: Protheon gains resistances to damage types it is currently channeling.

Phases:

1. Phase 1: Void Affinity
   Protheon will primarily use Void abilities. Its shield will be Void. Destroy the shield to make it vulnerable.
2. Phase 2: Solar Affinity
   Protheon will shift to Solar. Its shield will become Solar. .
3. Phase 3: Arc Affinity
   Protheon will shift to Arc. Its shield will become Arc. .
4. Phase 4: Final Stand
   Protheon will begin rapidly cycling through all three damage types. Continue to destroy its shields and deal damage until it is defeated.

Strategy:

• Damage Types: Always be aware of Protheon's current elemental affinity. Equip weapons and abilities that counter its current shield. For example, if it's Void, use Solar or Arc weapons.
• Shield Breaking: The key to this fight is quickly breaking Protheon's elemental shield. Coordinate with your fireteam to focus fire on the shield.
• Add Control: Throughout the fight, Vex Minotaurs and Goblins will spawn. Prioritize taking them out to avoid being overwhelmed, especially when Protheon is shielded.
• Super Usage: Use your Super abilities when Protheon is vulnerable after its shield has been broken for maximum damage.
• Cover: Utilize the cover available in the arena to avoid Protheon's powerful attacks, especially its Void/Solar/Arc beams and ground slams.
• Teamwork: This fight is significantly easier with a coordinated fireteam. Call out Protheon's current element and coordinate damage phases.