So; around the launch of Black Armoury, I made a post looking at the different themes of 17 of the major events in Destiny's universe, starting with the Golden Age and ending with Black Armoury (link to that post here --> https://www.bungie.net/en/Forums/Post/250759724?sort=0&page=0 ). Well, since then, many new things have occurred and I thought that during the typical Spring drought, why not revisit some old topics (which is what I plan to do over the next few weeks going into Season 11, seeing if anything can be wrapped up/updated). So, what topics will we cover? Pretty much anything of importance up until now: - Season of the Drifter - Season of Opulence - The Luna Incident (Shadowkeep) - The Chaos at the Sundial (Season of Dawn) - The Almighty crisis (Season of the Worthy) Now, whilst that's not a lot of events (considering that the previous post had 17), I think it only makes sense to do it now, as we're likely headed towards a new more darker time in the franchise (from a theme and story perspective). So, without further ado, what are the themes of the last 5 events? [b]Season of the Drifter: Truths[/b] Now, I know a very easy one to use could be "A side should always be chosen", but I think that Truths fits this season so much better. For starters, we learned many new things from people finally being honest with us. Shin Malphur being Dredgen Vale. Drifter's truth about his past. The documents of the Vanguard kept secret for years regarding many things. The story of the Nine. So many truths were revealed during this season, of which some might deem very strange or outlandish especially of the Shadows of Yor and how the Praxic Order operate; but truths nonetheless. [b]Season of Opulence: The Gift of Life[/b] Now, this season did have me a bit perplexed at first. What was the theme of a Season where we helped an egotistical exiled emperor clear out his basement, kill a giant bather made exclusively to wear a Hive crown and celebrate Solstice of Heroes? The Gift of Life is a special one and kinda works ironically well with Calus; A being so concerned about prolonging his own life so he can watch all others be decimated in the end by a Nothing. Ghalran was brought into this world to wear the Crown of Sorrows and become the Shadow of the Hive for Calus to then be put down by beings that can be constantly resurrected. We also celebrated the Solstice of Heroes once again. An event meant for us to celebrate our survival of the Red War, and remember those who died during it, linking back to that theme. [b]The Luna Incident: Darkness lies in wait around every corner[/b] I'd argue this one is pretty self explanatory. We already knew a major Hive presence occupied Luna, but the fact that a dormant pyramid was there, shows how little we know, and how our enemies are around every corner. Add the fact that the Vex invasion effort on the moon, with the Black Garden gate under the Luna Battlegrounds, and the theme here makes a lot of sense. [b]The Chaos at the Sundial: Time is a Virtue[/b] Now, I knew this one would have to be about the past. Or Time at the least. And to say Time is a Virtue in this season I feel is very accurate. Not just on a story basis, but also how it worked out in game. The major events we went through: Saving Saint-14, traversing the Corridors of Time and the Empyrean Foundation, we needed time to complete them. And when we did we were rewarded. The return of Saint-14. The wielding of Bastion. The return of Trials. But there was also the actual incident at the sundial. When Ozletc, Tazaroc and Niruul invaded the Sundial, making our efforts during the Red War pointless. We were able to utilise the Sundial and invade these futures, destroy the psions and destroy our enemies hopes of a Cabal Victory. We had the virtuous benefit of the Sundial as well to avert these defeats. [b]The Almighty Crisis: Trust [/b] A lot of people have criticised this season for it's lack of sense (among over things). But if you take this whole theme of Trust and apply it to the major events or things that we've been told, this idea of trust really does link it all together. Let me explain: During our first bunker completion in the EDZ, Ana and Zavala say this if you talk to them: Zavala: [quote]We give our lives for the City. On the Moon. In the Black Garden. Rasputin hasn't so much as glanced in our direction. I've failed to protect our people before and must bear that responsibility. Be ready. The City doesn't look to Rasputin for protection. For good reason. If it comes to it, we Guardians must be the ones to make a hard choice… Truth be told, I don't believe Rasputin even knows what sacrifice is.[/quote] Ana: [quote]Rasputin can do this. Trust me. I understand Zavala has his doubts. I've stood on those walls. I've seen what looked like the end. He's… he has a lot of people relying on him. The Almighty will be knocked out of the sky. We won't let you down.[/quote] This shows the two perspectives. Both perspectives of trust, albeit from different sides. Ana knows she can trust Rasputin. She's been working with him for the past two years. He's saved her many times as shown through the Legacy pre-release when Rasputin stops the rogue Warsats from killing Ana and Jinju. And then there's Zavala, who has no reason to trust Rasputin after the events of the Battle for Site-6 and the events of the Warmind Campaign. Frankly I don't blame him for not wanting to trust something that has been called "the Tyrant". But then we move to the Io bunker. Zavala knows of the oncoming threat of the Pyramids, although not to the scale Rasputin knows and witnessed during the Collapse. It's here that Zavala see's why Rasputin is doing what he's doing. Why he has to be this powerful force. He doesn't want to fail humanity again. Same can be said about Zavala. He feels that he failed the city when the Red Legion attacked. The two share much in common. Enough to see that their bitterness towards each other is needed to be put aside, and that trust is needed in order to survive. And then we get to the Lie. Rasputin now deems it's time to be honest. Reveal what happened in the plaguelands many many years ago. And we see he's ashamed of it. To kill Felwinter, the one he called a son. All so this secret about him being part warmind, wouldn't get out. The fact is, he wept because of his own actions. Not literally, but there was clearly sorrow. But Rasputin feels he trusts us and Ana enough to reveal this secret to them. The two who have helped him so much over the years, the two he can fully trust. That's how this all fits together. Through Trust. "Worlds end. And when yours does, make sure you have a partner you can rely on." —The Drifter