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Reputation inWorld of Warcraft: Dragonflighthas been approached differently from past expansions. Each of the four main reputations now hasRenowntied to it, the same system that Covenants once possessed in Shadowlands, and the unending World Quests have been swapped out for world content and different events to reward Renown.
One of these many events is known as theSiege on Dragonbane Keep, a recurring event every few hours in which a host of players can participate. Not only is it a new way of increasing your reputation, but it also rewards you with crafting reagents and gear. Here’s what you need to know if you want to take part in the next Siege.
How To Unlock Dragonbane Keep
This event is considered an endgame event, and as such, you likely won’t run into it while you’re leveling through the Dragon Isles for the first time. Instead,you can turn your attention to Dragonbane Keep once you’ve hitmax leveland begin concerning yourself with Renown grinds.
to unlock the Siege for the first time, you simply need to do quests that reward you withValdrakken Accord reputation.Upon hittingRenown Five, a small dragon namedFlapswill appear at your sideto offer you the questTo Dragonbane Keep!and point you in the direction of where the event begins.
Description
Main Quests
Following the main storyline throughout the Dragon Isles, especially inThaldraszus, will reward you with Valdrakken Accord reputation.
Side Quests
There are several storylines around the Dragon Isles that involve directly assisting the dragons. These will, more often than not, give Valdrakken Accord reputation.
World Quests
Completing any world quest throughout the four zones that is labeled with “Valdrakken Accord” will net you reputation accordingly.
After you’ve completed this quest on one of your characters,the event will be unlocked for your entire account, allowing your alts to do it as long as they’ve completedThe Last Eggtenderquest in The Waking Shores.
Dragonbane Keep Location
The Siege will commence nearthe southern edge of The Waking Shores and be marked by a small horn iconsimilar toThe Grand Hunt. Here, you’ll find several NPCs belonging to theObsidian Outcastsfaction, including Boss, the leader of the event.
Once it begins, players will travel alongside these NPCs to the real Dragonbane Keep zone, located just north of the original encampment andjust south of the Obsidian Citadelwhere Wrathion and Sabellian are located.
How To Complete Dragonbane Keep
The Siege functions on atwo-hour timer, beginning at the top of every odd hour. This is based on your currentRealm time, which can be checked via the small clock above your minimap.
The event itself is tiered intofive different stages, using the same format as many scenarios in World of Warcraft. Throughout each of the five stages, you’ll have to work together with other players to take downrare and elite Djaradin mobsthat threaten the Obsidian Outcasts.
Stage One
Dragon Wagon
Protect the giant hornswogBeefand the rest of the Obsidian Outcasts from approaching Djaradin as they venture toward Dragonbane Keep.
Periodically, a handful of Djaradin mobs willspawn around the caravan. Take them out while looking for lava slugs namedBeef Snacks. These will grant you a special ability tomake Beef move faster and increase your Versatility.
Stage Two
Home On The Battlefield
Upon reaching Dragonbane Keep, set up abase campfor the Obsidian Outcasts.
Clear out the hostile Djaradin mobs whileclicking on the yellow silhouettes of tents and barricadesuntil the completion bar reaches 100 percent.
The Big Push
Push toward Dragonbane Keep while razing the Djaradin enemy forces.
You’ll want to seek outtwo special mobs, Wyrmeater and Scalepiercer,who aren’t far from the base camp. After they’ve been defeated, continue to fight against the lesser mobs until the completion bar reaches 100 percent.
Stage Four
Fighting Fire With Fire
Eliminate the head of the Djaradin stationed at Dragonbane Keep,The Grand Flame.
Continue moving westward until you come across a bridge over lava that is densely packed with mobs. Clear these out while avoiding their AoE attacks and defeat The Grand Flame standing on the other side.
Stage Five
Controlled Burn
Step foot inside Dragonbane Keep and do battle withInferna the Bound.
Behind The Grand Flame is a doorway into the Keep.Descend the stairs into the basementof the building and fight Inferna the Bound.
Inferna the Bound isn’t the hardest boss fight, and with a sizable group, it may take onlytwo or three minutes to down the final boss. However, there are a handful of mechanics to watch out for to avoid unnecessary damage.
Defeating Inferna the Bound will complete the Siege on Dragonbane Keep, and you’ll automatically receive your rewards once it is done. After the event is concluded, you’ll find that the Obsidian Outcasts will temporarily move into Dragonbane Keep until the timer resets.
Dragonbane Keep Rewards
As is the case with many of the world events in Dragonflight, you’ll be able to earn the automatic rewards from being in the vicinity as it ends, gifting you with50 Valdrakken Accord reputationand aDragonbane Keep Strongbox.
Once per week
Per subsequent completion
Due to the nature of the rewards given, it’s recommended that youcomplete the Siege at least once every weekto earn the epic version of the Dragonbane Keep Strongbox. After this, you can continue to farm the lesser Strongboxes, though the rewards aren’t quite as potent.
