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Dungeon - Dragonflight
Neltharus
4 encounters, 42 boss abilities and 25 drops, with the Adventure Guide’s own ability and strategy notes for each fight. Every drop links to its item page; tradeable drops carry a live Auction House price.
Beneath the Obsidian Citadel lies Neltharus, home of the black dragonflight's hoard and the secrets behind their legendary forging. When the djaradin woke from their slumber, they chose Neltharus as the point of entry for their attack. Surprised to find it deserted, they quickly laid claim to its secrets for themselves... as well as the rest of the Obsidian Citadel.
Quick Facts
| Type | Dungeon |
|---|---|
| Expansion | Dragonflight |
| Encounters | 4 |
| Boss abilities | 42 |
| Drops | 25 |
| Item level | 62 to 250 |
| Tradeable drops | 0 |
| Difficulties | Normal, Heroic, Mythic |
Difficulties and Lockouts
Neltharus has 6 difficulties in the game data: Mythic saves you to a weekly lockout; Normal, Heroic, Mythic Keystone, Timewalking and Follower can be run again at any time.
| Difficulty | Players | Level range | Lockout |
|---|---|---|---|
| Normal | 5 | 10 to 70 | None |
| Heroic | 5 | 70 | None |
| Mythic | 5 | 70 | Weekly |
| Mythic Keystone | 5 | None | |
| Timewalking | 5 | 10+ | None |
| Follower | 5 | 10 to 70 | None |
Mythic+ timer, Neltharus: 33:00 (+2 at 26:24, +3 at 19:48).
Loot Table Value
Every one of Neltharus’s 25 drops is Bind on Pickup, so none of this loot can ever reach the Auction House. The table below the bosses is the complete reward list; its value is item level, not gold.
Where It Is
The entrance to Neltharus is in The Waking Shores at 25.4, 56.8.
Burning Ascent Fishing HoleDragonscale BasecampDreamsurgeObsidian Citadel and Dragonbane KeepRuby Life PoolsSiege on Dragonbane KeepWaking Shores RallyEntrance 25.4, 56.8The Waking Shores, from the game’s own world map art. The framed marker is the Adventure Guide entrance; gold diamonds are the zone’s landmarks.
3D Model
First-party render from the game files. Model © Blizzard Entertainment.
Instance Map
The Adventure Guide places 4 bosses of Neltharus on 2 maps. Numbers follow the encounter order; each links to that fight below.
Neltharus
1Chargath, Bane of Scales3Magmatusk4Warlord Sargha- 1 Chargath, Bane of Scales 43.2, 66.6
- 3 Magmatusk 66.9, 63.6
- 4 Warlord Sargha 52.2, 86.9
Neltharus
2Forgemaster Gorek- 2 Forgemaster Gorek 33.9, 65.7
Encounters
NNormalHHeroicMMythic
Forgemaster Gorek
As one of the Djaradin's most distinguished craftsmen, Forgemaster Gorek now resides in his sweltering chamber of the black dragon barracks. There, he harnesses the igneous power of the massive forge to construct deadly weaponry.
Abilities & Strategy
Overview
Those who interrupt the Forgemaster's work will be met with deadly weapons and raining fire. Periodically, Gorek forges a Blazing Aegis during Might of the Forge and hurls the infernal shield at players in a spectacle of flames.
Tank
- Blazing Aegis triggers eruptions in four directions around the target's location.
- Heated Swings inflicts massive Physical and Fire damage.
Damage Dealers
- Blazing Aegis triggers eruptions in four directions around the target's location.
- Forgestorm inflicts heavy Fire damage to players struck.
Healer
- Blazing Aegis triggers eruptions in four directions around the target's location.
- Might of the Forge and Blazing Hammer inflict heavy damage to the party.
Might of the Forge
Loot
6 drops · item level 250 · 6 slots (Chest, Hands, Held In Off-hand, Legs, One-Hand, Waist) · all Bind on Pickup
Chargath, Bane of Scales
This veteran dragon hunter's title was given ages ago as a mark of legend. While the Qalashi hunters under his command train, he plans their next offensive and awaits with eager anticipation the opportunity to display his expertise.
Abilities & Strategy
Overview
As an expert in hunting winged beasts, Chargath utilizes Grounding Spears rigged with Grounding Chains to lock his foes down. Upon reaching 100 energy, Chargath unleashes Fiery Focus on his target. During this time, Chargath loses sight of his surroundings and falls vulnerable to Fetter.
Tanks
- Fiery Focus inflicts heavy damage and can be interrupted with Fetter.
- Magma Wave travels out in a straight line in front of Chargath.
Healers
- Dragon Strike inflicts high damage and causes the target to bleed.
- When broken, Grounding Chain will cause Slag Eruption.
Damage Dealers
- When tripped, Grounding Chain will apply Fetter to the tripped target.
- Grounding Spear leaves behind Erupted Ground where it strikes the floor.
- When broken, Grounding Chain will cause Fetter.
Grounding Spear
On Mythic difficulty, Chargath throws a Grounding Spear on up to 3 players.
Erupted Ground
Grounding Chain
Fetter
On Mythic difficulty, 3 stacks of Fetter stuns Chargath and increases his damage taken by 50% for 15 sec.
Slag Eruption
Fiery Focus
If interrupted early, Chargath gains Fetter for an extended effect, taking 50% increased damage for 15 sec.
Loot
5 drops · item level 250 · 5 slots (Feet, Finger, One-Hand, Trinket, Wrist) · all Bind on Pickup
Magmatusk
The djaradin discovered many of Neltharion's secrets while plundering Neltharus. An experimental potion gone awry created Magmatusk, a behemoth of a mammoth bent on sheer destruction.
Abilities & Strategy
Overview
Magmatusk builds Magma energy during battle, triggering Volatile Mutation upon reaching 100 Magma. Every time Volatile Mutation is triggered another Magma Tentacle will grow, empowering Magmatusk's abilities.
Tanks
- Blazing Charge releases a Lava Wave for every application of Magma Tentacle on Magmatusk.
- Magma Eruption's duration is increased for every application of Magma Tentacle on Magmatusk.
Healers
- Blazing Charge releases a Lava Wave for every application of Magma Tentacle on Magmatusk.
- Magma Eruption's duration is increased for every application of Magma Tentacle on Magmatusk.
Damage Dealers
- Blazing Charge releases a Lava Wave for every application of Magma Tentacle on Magmatusk.
- Magma Eruption's duration is increased for every application of Magma Tentacle on Magmatusk.
Loot
5 drops · item level 250 · 5 slots (Back, Legs, One-Hand, Shoulder, Trinket) · all Bind on Pickup
Warlord Sargha
Leader of the Qalash djaradin, Warlord Sargha has been in search of anything that would increase the power of her clan and help take down their draconic enemies. In the hoard at the heart of Neltharus, she may have found exactly what the djaradin need.
Abilities & Strategy
Overview
Warlord Sargha hurls Molten Gold at players, leaving Hardened Gold upon expiration. Upon reaching 100 Molten energy, Warlord Sargha begins channeling Magma Shield on herself. Players can search through the treasure piles for magic items to aid in damaging the shield.
Tanks
- The surrounding treasure piles contain magic items that can help to deplete Magma Shield.
- Flame Eruption inflicts heavy damage during Magma Shield
Healers
- The surrounding treasure piles contain magic items that can help to deplete Magma Shield.
- Flame Eruption inflicts heavy damage during Magma Shield
Damage Dealers
- The surrounding treasure piles contain magic items that can help to deplete Magma Shield.
- Raging Embers leave a trail of Burning Ground.
- Flame Eruption inflicts heavy damage during Magma Shield
Magical Implements
Loot
9 drops · item level 62 to 250 · 6 slots (Chest, Hands, Head, Shield, Trinket, Two-Hand) · all Bind on Pickup
Achievements
8 achievements tied to Neltharus, worth 70 achievement points in total.
Mythic: Neltharus Guild RunDefeat Warlord Sargha in Neltharus on Mythic difficulty while in a guild group.10- NeltharusDefeat Warlord Sargha in Neltharus.10
- Heroic: NeltharusDefeat Warlord Sargha in Neltharus on Heroic difficulty or higher.10
- Mythic: NeltharusDefeat Warlord Sargha in Neltharus on Mythic or Mythic Keystone difficulty.10
Knowledge is... Preserved?Defeat Chargath, Bane of Scales while burning less than 15 books in Neltharus on Mythic difficulty.10
Ready for Raiding VIIIDefeat Forgemaster Gorek without being struck by Forgestorm, Forgefire, Blazing Eruptions, another player's Blazing Aegis, or the final slam of Heated Swings in Neltharus on Mythic difficulty.10
Liquid Hot MagmaDefeat Magmatusk after it has been mutated with Draconic Tincture in Neltharus on Mythic difficulty.10- Keystone Hero: NeltharusComplete Neltharus at Mythic Level 10 or higher, within the time limit.Max Level Unlock: Teleport to Neltharus
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