If you’re headed into Trials of Osiris this weekend and your goal is that flawless 7-0 run, you’ll want more than just reflexes and a good team. You’ll need gear that pulls its weight, and right now, the meta provides some clear standouts. In this article we’ll walk you through the top loadouts for this season, explain why they’re working, and how to slot them into your strategy.
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What the data actually says
Before we pick specific weapons, it’s worth grounding ourselves in what the stats show for Trials right now. Thanks to the analytics service Charlemagne v1.8 (via Warmind) we have a solid snapshot.
Here are some highlight figures:
- Everburning Glitz – about 21% of top 10 usage
- Last Thursday – about 15% usage
- Rose – about 12% usage
- Aisha’s Embrace – about 18% usage
- Igneous Hammer (Adept version) – about 18% usage
- Unwavering Duty – around 45% of top 10
In short: these weapons are showing up a lot when players succeed in Trials. That means you ignore them at your peril.
A caveat: while usage is high, win-rate data by specific roll is harder to come by in publicly accessible form. Use this as guidance, not gospel.
Loadout strategy: go with roles, not just names
It’s tempting to simply pick what everyone else is using, but meta shifts and map rotation matter. Here are some guiding principles to build around: • Primary (Kinetic): you’ll want a weapon with consistent damage and range that works for both awkward peeks and open planes. • Energy (Elemental): this is where niche advantages happen. Think elemental mismatches, range/cadence synergy, or perks that reward precision. • Power (Heavy/Special): games often come down to a few trade rounds or a clutch heavy pickup. Have something reliable, ideally with area or burst impact. • Team synergy: share what covers weaknesses. If one teammate runs close-range shotgun, you might lean more range or agility. • Roll customization: perks matter. If you have a weapon but the roll is weak, consider targeting something better.
Top Loadout Picks
Kinetic Slot: Everburning Glitz
This auto rifle is topping the list, and for good reason. It’s in about 21% of the top 10 kinetic slot picks.
Why it stands out: • As a Rapid-Fire Auto we’re not talking super-snappy 140 pulses or hand-cannons, but a consistent platform that rewards smart positioning and sustained pressure. • It has strong perk options like Kinetic Tremors and Zen Moment for recoil control. • Because many players are running longer peeks or open map sight-lines, a stable auto rifle bridges short-to-mid range nicely.
Roll recommendation (for Trials): • Barrel: Smallbore or Arrowhead Brake • Mag: Flared Magwell or Ricochet Rounds • Perk 1: Zen Moment • Perk 2: Kinetic Tremors or Tap the Trigger
When to pick it: maps with mid-to-long engagements where you can hold angles rather than glitch into a close-quarters slugfest.
Energy Slot: Aisha’s Embrace
Second only to Igneous Hammer in usage for Energy slot.
Why it works: • Aisha’s Embrace (a Scout Rifle) has strong community consensus for Trials thanks to its precision instrument perk, which drops time-to-kill when landing crits. • Because many opponents now expect pulse rifles or autos, a high-tier scout gives you a different cadence, catches players off guard. • The roll options support stability and precision, which is critical in a mode like Trials where every shot counts.
Roll recommendation: • Barrel: Arrowhead Brake or Corkscrew Rifling • Mag: Ricochet Rounds for stability • Perks: Precision Instrument, Snapshot Sights • Mod: Add for handling or aim-speed to ensure you can hit first in duels
When to pick it: maps with longer sight-lines, or when your team is playing slower, controlling angles rather than rushing. If your team is aggressive and close-range, you might switch to something more shotgun or SMG oriented.
Power Slot: Unwavering Duty
Dominating the Power slot usage at around 45% means this one is very safe.
Why it stands out: • In Trials, heavy or special pickups often decide rounds. Having a reliable heavy is a big leverage point. • Unwavering Duty is a Rocket Launcher and offers high burst potential. When a team sneaks a revive or tries to hold a small angle, this weapon allows you to punish. • Because fewer players reliably pick up heavy in each round, your heavy plays are more impactful.
Roll recommendation: prioritize tracking mods or impact and range perks so you don’t mess up a clutch. Having a shot-in-the-dark pick that fails in a tight round is worse than having no heavy at all.
Sample Build: Putting It Together
Let’s craft a sample “go-to” loadout based on the above. Suppose you and your fireteam are going for a controlled, map-aware strategy on a map like Javelin-4 (tight mid lanes plus longer outside lanes) where flexibility matters.
• Kinetic: Everburning Glitz (stability and range roll) • Energy: Aisha’s Embrace (precision scout) • Power: Unwavering Duty (heavy launcher) • Armor/Subclass: Choose a subclass that gives mobility and survivability (for Titans: Code of the Protector with ballistics vest and overshield, for Hunters: Gambler’s Dodge builds) • Strategy tip: Two team members hold mid-angles with the auto rifle, one rotates with the scout rifle. Heavy should be held until the enemy either uses theirs or you have map control for a pick.
What if you don’t have the exact meta drop?
Not everyone has flawless drops or perfect rolls yet. Good news: you can adapt. If you lack Everburning Glitz, use: • Last Thursday (kinetic) – still about 15% usage • Rose (kinetic) – about 12% usage • For energy slot: Forgiveness – about 18% usage
The principle: aim for weapons that show up in the top usage pool and pick good rolls. Avoid gear that’s outdated or never shows up in usage stats.
Final Thoughts
If you treat Trials like a chess match with angle control, timing, and punishing mistakes rather than a pure run-and-gun spree, you’ll elevate your chances of a flawless card. The weapons above give you tangible advantages this season, backed by real usage data, not just hearsay.
Remember: a weapon doesn’t auto-win you rounds. Your awareness, rotations, team calls, and clutch decision-making still matter more. But when your loadout isn’t holding you back, you can focus on those human factors.
Gear up smart. Communicate clearly. And perhaps this weekend you’ll step into the Lighthouse.
