History of Karnstein Armlets

Karnstein Armlets are Exotic Warlock gauntlets.

Overview

Vampire's Caress: melee and finisher final blows instantly grant Cure and Restoration for a short duration. Bungie introduced these effects in Update 7.3.0 (November 28, 2023); the older health-restoration description is obsolete.

Acquisition

Bungie’s July 15, 2025 Update 9.0.0.1 made Novel Focusing for Exotic armor from past expansions available immediately, without a Rahool rank reset. The previously listed 23-Legendary Shards Xûr price is historical and is not a current price guide.

Sources

• Bungie item definition: Karnstein Armlets — current perk text.
• Bungie, “Destiny 2 Update 7.3.0” — November 28, 2023, Cure and Restoration update.
• Bungie, “Destiny 2 Update 9.0.0.1” — July 15, 2025, past-expansion Exotic armor focusing.