Shaders & Emblems

Learn about Shaders and Emblems in Destiny 2. Discover how to obtain, apply, and manage these cosmetic items to customize your Guardian's appearance.

This section of the Destiny 2 guide covers Shaders and Emblems. These are cosmetic items that allow players to customize the appearance of their Guardian's armor and ships. Shaders change the color and texture of armor, while Emblems are displayed on player profiles and Ghost shells.

Obtaining Shaders:

• Shaders can be obtained as rewards from completing activities such as Strikes, Crucible matches, and public events.
• They can also be purchased from various vendors, including Tess Everis in the Tower.
• Some shaders are tied to specific expansions or seasonal content.

Obtaining Emblems:

• Emblems are often awarded for completing challenging activities, triumphs, or specific collections.
• They can be found in collections, raid rewards, and from certain quests.
• Some special emblems may be obtained through promotions or special events.

Applying Shaders and Emblems:

• Shaders can be applied to individual armor pieces through the character screen.
• Emblems can be selected and changed from the Collections tab in your character's inventory.

Managing your Collection:

• Players have a dedicated Collections tab where they can view all the Shaders and Emblems they have unlocked.
• Shaders can be dismantled for Glimmer or Legendary Shards.