The Traveler

"Legends say The Traveler sacrificed itself to save us. The mysterious sphere still hangs where it made its last stand, low above the Earth, keeping silent watch."

- Narrator of the Reveal Trailer

The Traveler is a mysterious, city-sized sphere in Destiny that hangs low over the Earth.

History
The Traveler's origins are unknown. When it arrived, humanity first discovered it on Mars. It sparked a Golden Age of humanity that allowed humans to migrate from Earth to colonize other planets within the Solar System. Some speculate that the Traveler is a large vessel; others that it is a sentient being or artificial intelligence and some may even consider it a deity, but as of yet its true nature is unknown.

The Traveler is credited with humanity's survival during the Collapse of the Golden Age. After the Traveler sacrificed itself to save humanity, it remained in low orbit over the Earth. The City was built in its shadow and under its protection, where its inhabitants are temporarily safe from the threat of the Darkness.

Exploratory video discussing the Traveler's intentions: Destiny - Secrets of the Traveler

Gameplay
The Traveler grants some of its mysterious powers to the Guardians that take the form of usable abilities in-game. Ghosts, the personal artificially intelligent companions of Guardians, were made by the Traveler itself in its dying breath. Within the Tower, the Speaker acts as the representative of the Traveler.

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