The only progress players have, aside from their level progression, [i]is[/i] their gear. That's it! With that in mind, I [i]guarantee[/i] you that everyone will start back at lvl1 in Destiny 2. So, if gear isn't going to be upgradable, [i]why the hell would Bungie publicly state that their plan was that your character would carry over[/i]?? Think about it. :P