However, as a result of his experiences and losses, Saladin has been hardened from them all. Edit: Shaxx is not an Iron Lord. "You have to move." Because Saladin stood unmoving. Though Lord Saladin wouldn't take an active part in the operation concerning the surprise return of the Leviathan, the personal craft of the former emperor of the cabal, Calus, he nonetheless advised Empress Caiatl when she ordered her fleet to blockade the massive vessel as it hanged derelict near the Moon. When the House of Devils uncovered SIVA and unleashed it upon the Cosmodrome, Saladin worked with The Young Wolf to end the threat of SIVA for good and begin a new generation of Iron Lords. However, like Shaxx, Saladin respects all the classes of Guardians. Iron Banner is back again for Season 13 of Destiny 2 with a quest called Saladin's Gauntlet. Confronting the Young Wolf, Saladin criticized them for being among those using Stasis and Zavala for not punishing those who did. Efrideet noted there was no dignity in letting the entire village die either. Saladin wished to fight a dragon, which transformed the creature into a giant dragon that breathed fire. [36] Saladin remained angry at how the conflict ended and was convinced the armistice would be broken by Caiatl. Be sure to read the sidebar rules and check our FAQ for your question before posting. Amused, Efrideet dodged and tripped him as he approached before departing. Saladin noted that without their home system to resupply them, the Cabal could no longer wage war as effectively and continue resistance against humanity. Segoth derided them as "Iron Wolves", causing Saladin to shout at him to cease his insults, although Perun admitted she liked the moniker. Saladin repeatedly spoke out against having the Fallen inhabit the Last City, which ultimately lowers his status amongst the Guardians, both old and new. The Iron Lords Living Lords Hunters Efrideet Titans Saladin Forge Other The Guardian Deceased Lords Hunters Gheleon Saladin conducted his interrogation in a cell within the City's wall that overlooked the wilderness outside the City. Lord Saladin quickly got to work as a Bracus on the Empress's War Council, discovering that the Cabal are more disorganized than originally believed. It's just a title. Just watched the latest fireteam chat episode and Bungie confirmed that Saladin does have a Ghost. Things come to a head during the assault on the Moon when Crow, instead of showing up to help, goes to the H.E.L.M. I think he was referring to the old trailer that we've had for a while. With the Faction's coup exposed, New Monarchy and Dead Orbit gathered what supplies and supporters they had left and fled the Last City upon Dead Orbits fleet, while the Future War Cult was disbanded, some of its members defecting to join the Vanguard. Efrideet left Earth and joined a group of Lightbearers at an undisclosed location to explore new ways to use the Light without violence. Zavala was unsure that all of Caiatl's followers would accept such a challenge, but Saladin warned that they might also lose and warned that he did not believe Caiatl would thank them for their diplomacy while holding a knife to their throat. Saladin admitted he did not and questioned why Felwinter was still tolerated. However, despite proving himself and having the Empress's support, many would still object to having the Iron Lord a member of Caiatl's War Council, leading an entire Cruiser to defect from the Empress's fleet. He questioned if that mission was why she wished to leave the City, reminding her that she had been the one to bring him there, but Efrideet noted that while she was glad to have done that she could no longer continue fighting and wished to find a new way forward. Despite being famously serious, Saladin does have moments of humor, mostly with old friends like Efrideet. The Iron Lords would have Ghosts. When an alliance of the Fallen Houses threatened the safety of the Last City, Saladin was selected to lead the City's defence during the upcoming battle alongside his students Lord Shaxx and Commander Zavala. [4] Efrideet's aim proved true and Saladin destroyed the Walker, saving Patch Run. By clicking 'Accept', you agree to the updated policies documented at, Our policies have recently changed. Seems that the Iron Lords were chosen in their prime as well, but nothing to back that up. Saladin befriended three other Risen who did not follow the Warlord's path; Radegast, Jolder, and Perun. When Caiatl is informed, she demands Crow's life in accordance with Cabal justice, but Zavala defends him. `#${standardizeBungieGlobalCode(userDetail.user.cachedBungieGlobalDisplayNameCode)}` : ""}`}}. In addition to dealing with the Nightmare of Ghaul's taunts, Saladin would attempt to provide condolences and comfort to his old student when he was being plagued by the Nightmare of Safiyah, the apparition of the woman who once served as a surgeon under him and fell in love with Zavala. . The Rezyl Azzir card "Before These Walls" touches on that when it points out that Rezyl was what would eventually become known as Titan. The Rezyl Azzir card "Before These Walls" touches on that when it points out that Rezyl was what would eventually become known as Titan. Much like his own students, Saladin has a prideful, stubborn streak, as he normally doesn't back down from a fight and doesn't apologize easily. Briefing the Young Wolf on the progress of the conflict, Saladin admitted that he did wish the situation was not as it was, but that he had seen similar scenarios play out too often in the Dark Age. Despite the ritual succeeding and Osiris was indeed returned, Savathn managed to escape. [17], One year after the events of the Taken War, the Fallen and the House of Devils managed to unearth SIVA, and their Splicers tried to harness the technology. Saladin gave Fera a wolf talisman and asked her to protect the villagers and others she found. Saladin eventually began to host Iron Banner events in the Last City's Crucible as a memorial to the sacrifices of the Iron Lords and to remind Guardians of their legacy. The Psion inflicted a sense of vertigo upon him, but Saladin steadied himself and warned the Psion that they would find their comrades eventually but that they could save their own life now by answering. However, Shaxx did not acknowledge the fallback order and instead advanced with his fireteams. Maybe when the other iron lords fell he survived but his ghost did not? Without ammo, Saladin was at a loss of what to do, with the Walker being out of range of his Light powers and the time it would take to climb down surely dooming the village. As the task force continued mop-up operations against Cabal dissidents, Saladin questioned Osiris about his true goals for proposing the armistice, suggesting that perhaps he only did so to placate Zavala while other more decisive options were explored behind the Vanguard's back. Shax has one, but it's different from everyone else's. Saladin would win all the rites, including against a bodyguard to another member of the council, leading an impressed Empress Caiatl to promote Saladin as a Valus. She ordered him to turn around and show the rest of the gathered Iron Lords, shocking them, and Efrideet walked back to her comrades and informed him that he would not be allowed to continue using the Ghost in such a manner and would need to put it out of its misery. Not to mention he would be taking a very fucking big risk being in the field in COMBAT without a Ghost to revive him. Osiris reported all fireteams were accounted for, and Saint credited the Titan Elriq for helping him save eight Guardians during dozens of charges against the Fallen. Together, they declared themselves the Iron Lords and vowed to bring an end to the rule of the Warlords. As the Guardians worked in containing the Nightmares that have begun to infest the Leviathan and sever the connections Calus was seeking to make with the Lunar Pyramid, accomplishing in severing two connections, and became time for Caiatl herself to deal with the Nightmare of Dominus Ghaul, Saladin would find himself taunted by the Nightmare, denouncing him as unworthy to join the cabal's War Council as an equal. [18] After destroying the remnants and the chamber, the Guardian returns to Felwinter Peak, where Saladin gifts them a newly forged sword and names them the first of a new generation of Iron Lords. He compared Caiatl and her commanders to the Warlords of old, using honour as nothing more than currency for fear, and that they could not trust or negotiate with anyone with such a mindset. After returning to Felwinter Peak, Efrideet listened as Felwinter revealed his true reason for wanting to secure Shaxx's stronghold: a Seraph Bunker beneath the fortress that contained clues to where the Warmind Rasputin was hiding valuable Golden Age technology. [29], The Psions soon made their move with the device and attempted to assassinate Commander Zavala in the Last City, but the Titan managed to fell his assassin. Also i thought it was badass that Lord Saladin rushed into battle against SIVA Fallen knowing now that he has no Ghost,and his next death will be his last. Wait, who's the third? I don't know if Lord Saladin's grimoire entry was written before the rest of the Iron Lords story was written but apparently Lord Saladin trained both Shaxx and Zavala.. A hero to the City and a legend in his own right, Saladin Forge led the City's defense during the Battle for the . Being a Guardian means being a servant to the Vanguard/Tower/City. motion capture stunt Animation Department Casting Department Maggie Brown . Regardless if they were Guardians or Not. [quote]Just watched the latest fireteam chat episode and Bungie confirmed that Saladin does have a Ghost. Upon hearing that Saladin Forge and several other Lightbearers were banding together in a new organization dedicated to stopping the fighting between Risen Warlords, Efrideet sought out Saladin to request permission to join them. While watching the ROI trailer it occurred to me that Lord Saladin was using a torch to light his patrol of the Cosmodrome wall, not a Ghost. After assisting in the liberation of the The Last City, Efrideet once more departed Earth and rejoined her secret group. ". Wu Ming quickly changed the topic and asked what she was doing later, and as she quickly grabbed and downed a drink from behind the bar Efrideet revealed that the Iron Lords were going to assault a group of Fallen causing trouble at Boyle Pass, sarcastically asking if he wished to join. [14], Efrideet's departure prompted Lord Saladin Forge to take over her Iron Banner responsibilities. The relationship between Saladin and the Young Wolf became strained when his pupil began utilizing Stasis, as Saladin was adamantly opposed to any wielding of the Darkness. Silimar rejected that term, deciding fated fit better, but Saladin suggested indefensible also worked. However, she did wish to discuss a previous conversation they had about the Speaker's search for a potential successor. All Guardians were once dead. A few weeks ago, we witnessed an argument between Crow and Lord Saladin that outlined the ethical dilemma. Lady Efrideet is a female Hunter, and the youngest of the Iron Lords. "I am the lone sentry. He told Efrideet to meet them at Dwindler's Ridge and when she questioned how many of them there were he smirked and answered "a few". Ward . Post, Download on the AppStore Although the heavy fire pushed them back, their shields protected them, and the Iron Lords returned fire, quickly cutting down the trapped enemy. Zavala convinces her to aid the Vanguard in fighting back against the Lucent Brood, and Saladin, originally skeptical of an alliance with the Cabal but sickened to see the Hive wield the Light, oversees a joint Vanguard-Cabal operation to capture Lucent Brood leaders for Psions to interrogate. The one Felwinter kept losing. As they spoke, a Fallen Skiff roared by and dropped a Walker into the field between the village and bunker. Saladin however states that is where the similarities end, as he has seen Caiatl lead her people with purpose and conviction, traits he has not seen in the former emperor, but Calus retaliates with the knowledge of how eager Saladin used to be in slaughtering her troops when Caiatl first arrived and wondered what that says about his own convictions which leaves the Iron Lord unable to respond. After the Iron Banner event concludes, players may still be able to launch into a Tower that still shows Iron Banner decorations, but Lord Saladin . He has the title Lord,but it not and "Iron" Lord. Saladin argues for the greater good; the Vanguard has a responsibility to protect Earth and her . Soliciting/Plagiarism/Phishing/Impersonation, This site uses cookies to provide you with the best possible user experience. Saladin was outraged at this underhanded tactic and ordered their efforts redoubled against the Cabal in revenge. (cinematic director) Film Editing by Bungie Casting By Timothy Cubbison Art Department Sound Department Visual Effects by Stunts Dominic Kinnaird . SALADIN: Find me again at the Iron Temple, Young Wolf. The fifth was him . After reaching an accord with the Cabal Empire, the Last City became plagued by a Vex simulated Endless Night that was draining the cities power, leading to fear and paranoia to spread amongst it's citizens. [7] When she arrived, Efrideet discovered Warlord Citan and two other Risen attempting to rob the bar and threatening Wu Ming. Directed by Jason Jones Writing Credits Cast (in credits order) Produced by Music by Cinematography by Matthew A. The in-game lore is just the tip of the iceberg. Saladin agreed with the plan but declared that he expected that all Felwinter would do is buy them time to deal with the Fallen and then return in force. Interesting, since you become a Guardian by dying and being revived by a Ghost, so did Saladin die? Saladin realized that he had made the wrong choice and started killing Fera's men. Welcome to DestinyLore! Individuals who were raised by the ghosts before the city existed were known as the Risen, Lord Saladin and the other Iron Lords/Iron Wolves were Risen who decided to follow the knights code of chivalry and protect the innocent. It's possible that he doesn't have one at all, hence why there are only 3 Iron Lords left. It doesn't have to do with having a Ghost. Iron Lords were the first guardians before there were Guardians. Leaning forward, Saladin issued a warning to the Young Wolf to ensure that they did not fall prey to their hubris while using Stasis, or it would not be the Darkness that came for them. He was particularly close to the Iron Lord's leader, Radagast, who became his mentor while Jolder became his closest companion among the Iron Lords. However, after reintegrating the subminds, Malahayati and Charlemagne, into the Warmind, Ana Bray would develop an unconventional method in restoring Rasputin at a quicker rate: the Ghost of the Iron Lord Felwinter, Felspring. After The Guardian stops Caiatl's forces from attacking Savathun's ship, Saladin - along with Zavala and Crow - meet with the empress in the Tower to placate her ire over the battle. That indicates it's possible for the living to become Guardians, so long as a Ghost deems them worthy. Saladin entered the building and found Fera, now a grown woman and a packmaster. Crow remorsefully states he was wrong about him and expresses how he is sorry but Saladin leaves stating that while he respects him for sticking to his convictions, let this event be a lesson: doing what one believe is right doesn't absolve them of consequences of those actions. [35] The plan ultimately worked, and Caiatl's champion Ignovun fell to the Young Wolf and their fireteam. To combat this threat, Ikora Rey had the Guardians reach out to the one being that could help: Mithrax of the House of Light. He ordered them to hit the Cabal hard to ensure they never attempted to steal from the Vex again. They found a dozen minor local Warlords had arrived to side with Shaxx against the Iron Lords, but as the two sides entered a tense standoff Shaxx dismissed his reinforcements, having agreed to allow his people to be evacuated but still refusing to join the Iron Lords. Efrideet softly said that it was hardly even a village, but Saladin retorted that they lived a noble life. After the destruction of the SIVA Crisis, Saladin Forge knighted The Guardian and names them the first of the new generation of Iron Lords setting out to rebuild the Iron Lords and once again create a beacon of hope for the Last City. The fourth was the poor Ghost having a borderline mental breakdown because of all the psychic fuckery. Iron Banner in Destiny []. As the Warlord's Ghosts materialized to resurrect their Guardians, Efrideet aimed her hand cannon at them and demanded that they leave without their Guardians, who would be returned to them if they followed the Iron Decree. However, the virus claimed the Iron Lords, and Saladin was one of the only two to survive.[11][12]. The Iron Lords would have Ghosts. His duties was taken over by Lady Efrideet, and the Iron Banner was at the Iron Temple on Felwinter Peak. He told her no, so she refused to join, causing Saladin to concede that they may run out of ammo again. This would prove to be a wise decision on Saladin's part, as the House of Salvation intercepted their communications and learned of their plan, sending a raid force to destroy or acquire Felspring's remains. She found him atop a cliff near the small village of Patch Run and assisted him in dispatching a group of Fallen, but the two ran out of ammunition during the fight. There goes that theory For what it's worth, I enjoyed speculating on this while we still could. . [21] Further, Saladin did not approve of how the conflict with the Cabal was handled, ending with an armistice, nor how the Vanguard allowed the House of Light to be granted sanctuary within the Last City, as he didn't trust either the Cabal or the Fallen. Osiris agrees with the plan and Ana speaks with Lord Saladin, who while wary of the Warmind, agrees to allow them access to Felspring's remains within the Iron Temple. [8] As the three Warlords surrounded her, Efrideet declared that both Felwinter Peak and the End of the World were Iron Lord territory, but Citan threatened that he had an army and a fireteam of Risen prepared to take it from them and that Felwinter would pay for joining them. Take a minute to review our Code of Conduct before submitting your post. Saladin however, while about as unnerved with keeping the Hive in such a state, the Iron Lord believes the Hive don't deserve their sympathy. Saladin commanded the city's southern walls from the Fallen assault, which nearly overwhelmed the Guardian's defences several times. Throughout the operation, Saladin is tasked by Zavala with offering guidance to Crow, who is still grappling with the truth of his past self's crimes. Just watched the latest fireteam chat episode and Bungie confirmed that Saladin does have a Ghost. Should a player obtain a "We Ran Out of Medals" medal in an Iron Banner match in. However, Silimar declared that it was like them, being reborn every time they fell and that one day it would not fall and they would know the time was right. Since the original Iron Lords were not Guardians. 3 4 4 comments Best Add a Comment By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. Alarmed, he asked where they were now, but she reassured him none had made it to the village. and something else for Crow, stating if he is half as smart as he think he is, he will find it. They are the same type of beings as we, they just didn't call themselves guardians at the time. Saladin would even get into a heated conversation with Caiatl's father, Calus, who commends his daughter forging an alliance with the Guardians, recognizing their kinds potential, just as he did. He complimented them on their first victory over Caiatl's forces on Nessus and noted that Osiris had informed him that they had interrupted a Cabal ritual known as the Rite of Proving, which Osiris had compared to the Crucible, although Saladin did not see the similarities. Her enclave cut off communication during the crisis, so Efrideet joined the resistance against the Red Legion in the guise of a refugee and participated in the assault to reclaim the Last City and kill Ghaul. Well, Shin Malphur got the Ghost of Jaren Ward after Ward was killed by Dregden Yor, and became a Gunslinger Hunter.