Diablo 4 Season 7 Rootholds: How To Explore This Dungeon To Get Rewards?

Recently, everyone’s attention must have been focused on the upcoming Diablo 4 Season 9. Since players have been complaining about the boring endgame content, the developers have been working hard to bring more interesting challenge modes to players to win back lost players. And an important new feature launched in the latest Season 9 PTR may break the current bad situation of the endgame and bring new possibilities for Diablo 4 to regain its vitality. This is Escalating Nightmare Dungeons. Escalating Nightmare is an endgame activity that connects three Nightmare Dungeons with random attributes to increase the difficulty and obtain more generous rewards. In the end, players will start the final boss battle with Astaroth. In a new endgame battle full of challenging mechanisms, you will face Mephisto’s Acolyte and Amalgam. This battle will be a great test of your character build and strategy, but the rewards are definitely worth your struggle! How To Enter Escalating Nightmare? So how do you enter these Escalating Nightmare Dungeons? Let’s take a look! To start these dungeons, you need to prepare some Escalation Sigil. These Sigils can be dropped from Horadric Strongrooms. Sigil functions similarly to Infernal Hordes Compass, and it will automatically open the first Nightmare Dungeon in the series. After completing this dungeon, a portal will be generated that will teleport the player to the second dungeon. When we complete the last dungeon, players will be able to open a new boss battle through the portal. Horadric Strongrooms are another new feature added in Season 9 PTR, which is a kind of micro-dungeons in Nightmares and Escalating Dungeons. They offer limited-time challenges with powerful enemies and obstacles, and finally a boss battle. But taking the time to complete Strongroom is definitely worth it, because not only will you get a Horadric Cache and Horadric Attunement, but you will also have the chance to get a powerful Elixir. Even if you don’t need Elixir right now, it can still earn you a ton of Diablo 4 Gold, as these consumables are in high demand on the market. How To Run Escalating Dungeon? To get back to the point, you can get these Escalation Sigils from Horadric Strongrooms. Once you find Sigil, you can right-click on it like any other Nightmare Dungeon Sigil, and that will open Escalating Dungeon. However, unlike Nightmare Dungeon, Escalating Dungeon does not end after you defeat the first boss of the first dungeon. When you complete the first dungeon, you’ll get loot like in a normal Nightmare Dungeon. However, you’ll be teleported to the next dungeon via a pillar, and there are three dungeons in total, with an Astaroth boss fight at the end. Dungeon Affixes Also, it’s worth noting that the affixes in Escalating Dungeon are randomized each time, meaning that when you start a new dungeon, there will be new affixes. The number of both positive and negative affixes increases as you run the dungeon, and they stack as you progress, meaning that the first dungeon will have one negative and one positive affix, and by the third dungeon you’ll have three of each. I guess that’s where the name Escalating comes from. However, the difficulty doesn’t really change between dungeons, because if you have a good enough character to farm Torment 4 difficulty, you shouldn’t have any trouble killing monsters even in the third dungeon. Once you complete a dungeon, you’ll get similar loot to a normal Nightmare Dungeon. But at the end of the dungeon, there will be a pillar that you can click on to reach the second floor or the second dungeon of Escalating Nightmare. Also, this pillar will tell you the random affixes you’ll see in the next dungeon. Astaroth Boss Fight Once you complete the third dungeon, the pillars will reappear, but this time you’ll be taken to Astaroth’s Lair, where the final battle will take place. And, as we mentioned before, you can find Horadric Strongrooms in these Escalating Dungeons, just like in regular Nightmare Dungeons, and you can always tell which affixes will affect your current dungeon by looking at the map. In my experience, Astaroth boss drops a lot of loot, including a lot of crafting materials, such as Obducite. Additionally, there will be special affixes that affect Astaroth loot drops, however, these are random and you can’t change them as needed. Whether this will bring new fun to your dungeon runs or put us in a new cycle of endless farming is still unknown. But if you want to get an advantage in your dungeon runs, it is absolutely necessary to get some high-level gear and resources, and here are some iGMeet coupon codes that may help you! Final Thoughts That’s it, that’s all we know about Escalating Nightmare Dungeons in Season 9 so far. To be honest, running multiple Nightmare Dungeons in a row like this and having a special battle at the end is indeed an update that the community has been calling for a long time.  However, some people may worry that running multiple Nightmare Dungeons in a row will become awkward and boring, but some people think that Escalating Nightmare system should bring a breath of fresh air when running dungeons and greatly simplify the entire process. In any case, let us look forward to what this new season update will bring!

Cataclysm Druid has always been the most powerful build in Diablo 4, and this hasn’t changed much since the departure of Witch Powers in Season 7. Season 8’s Cataclysm Druid Build is still S-Tier endgame build, and Druid players must be very happy that the game content has not changed in the past few months. However, because of the adjustments before each season, following season 7 Cataclysm Druid Build will not give you the best gaming experience, so you’d better learn how to build the season 8 Cataclysm Druid. Pros And Cons Pros Large area damage Farming Diablo 4 gold and advancing activities quickly Cons Need to pay attention to the duration of the buff High equipment requirements Cataclysm Druid Equipment 2 Handed Mace: Aspect of the Changeling’s Debt. Damage is increased when you poison an enemy with Ursine or attack a controlled enemy with Werewolf. Helm: Tempest Roar. Storm Skills will become Werewolf Skil. Chest: Shroud of False Death/ Mad Wolf’s Glee. If you do not damage any enemy for 2 seconds, you will become invisible and move faster. Gloves: Runeworker’s Conduit Aspect. Critical Strikes of Storm Skills will release Lightning Bolt to nearby enemies. Pants: Stormshifter’s Aspect/Aspect of Fevered Mauling/Juggernaut’s Aspect. When you cast Hurricane, your Shapeshifting Skills level increases by 5 levels. Boots: Rakanoth’s Wake/Stormshifter’s Aspect/Wildbolt Aspect. When you cast a skill that requires a cooldown, you will explode and cause fire damage to the surrounding area. Amulet: Aspect of Apogeic Furor/Aspect of Electrified Claws. Increases ultimate damage and resets its cooldown after reaching 10 stacks. Ring 1: Airidah’s Inexorable Will. Pulls enemies closer after using the ultimate. Ring 2: Mjölnic Ryng. Gains unlimited Spirit and increases damage after using Cataclysm. For a Cataclysm Druid Build to run smoothly, you need to maximize the duration of Cataclysm and reduce its cooldown. Tempest Roar, Mjölnic Ryng, Stormshifter’s Aspect, and Airidah’s Inexorable Will are a must. Mjölnic Ryng provides unlimited resources for the passive Endless Tempest, while Airidah’s Inexorable Will and Stormshifter’s Aspect reduce the cooldown of Cataclysm. Gems Weapon Gems: Grand Ruby increases Suppression damage. Armor Gems: Grand Sapphire increases Willpower damage. Jewelry Gems: Grand Amethyst for Shadow Resistance, Grand Ruby for Fire Resistance, Grand Sapphire for Cold Resistance. Runeword Igni + Xa: Stores sacrifices, increases maximum health. Bac + Yom: Yom can petrify enemies. Cataclysm Druid Skills Maul: Transforms into a bear-man and attacks the enemy in front of you. Enhanced Maul allows you to increase your Base Life by 3% after focusing. Pulverize: Transforms into a bear-man and strikes the ground, causing area damage. Enhanced Pulverize and Primal Pulverize suppress enemies and reduce their damage. Debilitating Roar: Transforms into a bear-man and roars, reducing enemy damage. Enhanced Debilitating Roar and Innate Debilitating Roar can increase your health and damage. Earthen Bulwark: Create a rock barrier over 3 seconds that absorbs damage. Enhanced Earthen Bulwark makes you unstoppable while the skill is active. Hurricane: Summons hurricane that damages nearby enemies. Enhanced Hurricane and Savage Hurricane can slow enemies and reduce their damage. Cataclysm: Ultimate skill, summons a storm that lasts for 8 seconds, knocks back enemies, and also damages them with lightning. Prime Cataclysm and Supreme Cataclysm can extend the duration of this skill and make enemies hit by lightning vulnerable. Ursine Strength: Key Passive. You need to release Hurricane and Earthen Bulwark first to stack the buffs, and then release Cataclysm after the buffs are fully stacked to burst out tremendous damage. If enemies are grouped together, you can destroy them instantly, so this build farms gold fast. Boss Powers Main Power Ashava’s Poison Breath: Hitting an enemy that is receiving damage over time will cause a large amount of poison damage to them. Secondary Modifiers Belial’s Eye Beams: Gain 2 seconds of invisibility after using the main power. Sinerat’s Flames: Elemental resistance increases the damage of that element. Hatred’s Embrace’s Haste: Shadow resistance increases critical strike chance. Urivar’s Lobbed Bombs reduces ultimate cooldown, while Blackmailer’s Sabotage increases your survivability. Outlaw Sharpshooter’s Eye and Harbinger of Hatred’s Volley increase your damage. These Boss Powers can also be very useful. Mercenaries Mercenaries can only be unlocked if you own DLC. Main Mercenaries can fight and provide support, providing powerful buffs. Reinforcement Mercenaries only help you in certain situations. It's like you have extra skills, so they are very useful, and you can hire them using gold. Here are the recommended mercenaries: Main Mercenary: Varyana, Berserker Skills: Cleave, Recklessness, Whirlwind, No Escape Reinforcement: Raheir, Shieldbearer Reinforcement Ability: Crater Opportunity: Maul Elixirs Druids need survivability, and the armor and health boost provided by equipment alone is sometimes not enough, so you can make some elixirs with gold and materials. Hardcore players especially need them. Elixir of Fortitude: Increases maximum health by 10%. Reddamine Buzz: Increases maximum health by 650. Song of the Mountain: Increases armor. Blessed Guide: Increases Willpower. Soothing Spices: Increases resistance to all elements. Cataclysm Druid Build has high damage, strong survivability, and a relatively simple skill roll sequence, so even novice players can easily accumulate a lot of damage. I believe that players who have played Cataclysm Druid Build will find it difficult to get used to other Druid builds any more.

Each act in Diablo 4 is fascinating with its rich story and challenges. They are not a short and simple adventure. In fact, they are designed to be quite substantial and varied, and it usually takes more than one night to complete the entire content. The length of each act varies, which also means that some parts may be more time-consuming or more challenging than others, but overall the whole storyline is full of appeal and players can enjoy the process of each link. It is worth noting that Diablo 4 also contains numerous side quests to explore, and completing these quests can sometimes earn Diablo 4 Gold, which is also helpful for improving the strength of the character. However, it is recommended that you should focus on completing the main quests first. The character level cap is 50 before the main quest, so directly jumping into the side quests may cause progress to be blocked. Below, I will take you to understand the overall ranking of each act. 6. Act 3 The third act is the only chapter in Diablo 4 that feels boring to players, and it is also the longest act in the entire game. It contains 16 main quests that may just let players run from one location to another, lacking substantial content and depth. This design makes the game boring in this part, and players can’t even be blamed for choosing to play podcasts to kill time, because the story itself seems meaningless. However, this chapter is not completely without highlights. There are some interesting characters that need to be developed, such as Lillith and Elias. Their story background and motivations could have added more depth and appeal to the game. However, instead of using these more lengthy acts to provide players with more background information about these two opponents, it ends up feeling like a waste of time. This may be because the development team focused too much on the development of the storyline during the creation process, and ignored the playability and fun of the game. 5. Act 4 The fourth act is a relatively compact chapter in Diablo 4, consisting of six main quests, which provides players with enough content to make an informed judgment. In stark contrast to the lengthy third act, the pace of this chapter is significantly accelerated, which is very beneficial for maintaining the player’s interest and motivation. Many characters that appeared in the early stages of the game appear again in this chapter, bringing players a familiar yet fresh experience. The last battle is a duel with Andariel, and this boss battle is particularly important because it involves multiple characters from the previous acts. If more time is given to unfold the stories of these characters, the entire chapter may be richer and more fascinating. For players who are eager to advance the plot, you may be surprised at how quickly you complete this chapter. In addition, Mounts are also introduced in the fourth act, which provides great convenience for players when traversing the vast game world, especially horses are very useful for long-distance travel. 4. Act 1 The first act contains 19 main quests, which not only bring players into fierce battles faster but also provide players with flexible game order choices. There is an epilogue before the battle begins. In the short prologue, the protagonist wakes up in a dark woods and prepares to embark on a journey to Kyovashad. From here, players are allowed a certain amount of freedom in the order in which they complete the quests. For example, some may complete Acts 2 and 3 before completing the introductory chapter. A key highlight of this act is that it introduces players to some of the key characters in the game, with Neyrelle’s story being particularly prominent. Her bond with her mother and her backstory gives the character a deep emotional foundation, allowing players to become more engaged with her journey. 3. Act 2 In Diablo 4’s second act, players will face 17 main quests. The climax of this act is the battle against the greatest enemy of the main quest, Astaroth. This epic boss battle is not only a contest of strength, but also a conflict of emotions. There is a fascinating thread in the story that tells of Donan’s relationship with two druids and their journey together to defeat Astaroth when they were young. Unfortunately, over time, the two druids came under the influence of Lilith, who brought Astaroth back for this decisive battle. Donan’s tragedy is that Astaroth was brought back using his son as a vessel, which makes Donan take on the stakes of the end of the world on a more personal level. This deep emotional entanglement and moral dilemma adds more depth and complexity to the game. 2. Act 5 In Diablo 4’s fifth act, players will face 22 main quests. This act is a major turning point in the game, uniting the characters from the first half and really allowing the story to begin to develop. Although it is a long chapter, numerous events occur, and players need to move to various corners of the map to complete various quests. A major focus of this chapter is Elias and his apparent immortality. Players will encounter Tree of Whispers and eventually help find Elias’s weakness. This process is full of challenges and surprises, and gives players a deeper understanding of Elias’ true identity. “Beneath the Wine-Dark Sea” quest is a particular highlight of this chapter. In this quest, players are teleported to Epiphysis via a coffin, and this teleportation method is reminiscent of the weirdness of Diablo’s fantasy aesthetic. Even though it’s dark, sometimes players are transported to another world by lying in a coffin, which adds to the mystery and interest of the game. Also Read: Long-Term Diablo 4 Promotions & Giveaways - Real And Valid 1. Act 6 Although the number of quests included in Diablo 4’s Act 6 is relatively small, with only ten main quests, this chapter is undoubtedly the climax of the entire game. In this act, players will go deep into the heart of Hell while enjoying cinematic visuals and narrative techniques. For players who criticized the previous acts for perhaps lacking purpose and depth in expanding the world and lore, Act 6 provides a swift and powerful turn. In this chapter, the character of Lilith finally gets some much-needed character development, and her motivations and backstory become clearer and more engaging. Especially her conversation with Inarius. In the second stage of the boss battle with Lilith, Lilith destroys parts of the game area, making the battle space smaller and smaller until there is almost no room to move. After spending a long time with characters such as Donan, Neyrelle, and Lorath, Act 6 makes players feel that they are a united team fighting together against the armies of Hell. Knowing this basic information will help you better prepare for the upcoming challenges. In addition, in order to complete these activities more easily, you can pay attention to Giveaway channel in iGMeet discord, which will release information about Diablo 4 related products from time to time. Remember to be more active in the discord group.

Rogues lack natural defensive advantages, so they must rely on skills to provide the necessary protection. In Diablo 4 Season 5, Rogue's lack of defense can be made up by acquiring the Shroud of Kendras, a unique item that provides damage immunity and has an explosive effect that not only protects the player but also damages enemies. In addition, effective management of Primary Resources is also very important for Rogues. If it ends up with very high damage output, it is usually worth using skills or abilities that consume resources to achieve this goal. Beastfall Boots is such a unique item that can use your energy to transform Rogues’ skills into powerful attacks. In this guide, I will show you how to obtain and effectively use Shroud Of Khanduras and Beastfall Boots. How To Get Shroud Of Khanduras Unique? Shroud Of Khanduras is one of the 15 unique items introduced in Diablo 4 Season 5. Participating in Infernal Hordes wave-based activity has proven to be the best way to do this. To obtain Infernal Compass that opens the way into Infernal Hordes, players must first complete the seasonal quest chain called Eyes of the Enemy to obtain your first Infernal Compass. In each wave, killing a certain number of enemies will trigger Aetheric Events, which summon stronger enemies. After defeating these powerful enemies, you will obtain the necessary Burning Aether. Once you have enough Burning Aether, you can use 20 and 60 Burning Aether respectively in Spoils of Equipment or Spoils of Greater Equipment chests in Infernal Hordes. At the end of the event, after defeating Fell Council, players will use the accumulated Aether to open the treasure chest, increasing the chance of obtaining Shroud Of Khanduras. Upgrading your Infernal Compasses can increase Burning Aether income. Upgrading Infernal Compasses with Abyssal Scrolls will unlock stronger enemies and more waves of activities, thereby increasing the output of Aether. For players who want to challenge higher difficulties, it is recommended to equip enough items with Diablo 4 Gold first. Besides passing Infernal Hordes, you can also obtain this item by defeating enemies in World Tier 3 and World Tier 4. In addition, completing endgame activities such as defeating World Bosses, completing Gathering Legions, or challenging Nightmare Dungeons can also obtain this item. In particular, Grigoire, Galvanic Saint, has Shroud Of Khanduras in the loot pool, so challenging it will give you a higher chance of obtaining Shroud Of Khanduras. Using Stygian Stones to summon Tormented Grigoire will provide the best loot drop rate. How To Get Beastfall Boots Unique? There are also many ways to obtain Beastfall Boots. During Season 5, players can try to obtain this equipment by opening treasure chests or defeating random enemies in World Tier 3 and World Tier 4, but the chance of obtaining it this way is relatively low. To increase your chances, it is recommended to participate in endgame activities such as defeating World Bosses, completing Gathering Legions, or challenging Nightmare Dungeons. In order to complete these activities more easily, you can follow Giveaway channel in iGMeet discord, which will release product giveaway information from time to time. Remember to be active in the discord group. As part of Beast in the Ice loot pool, each defeat of this Ladder Boss significantly increases the chance of Beastfall Boots dropping, which is much higher than the random drop rate in Sanctuary. However, this challenge requires reaching World Tier 4 and obtaining specific summoning materials in advance. In addition, choosing to fight Tormented difficulty with Stygian Stones can increase the probability of obtaining specific unique items. Stygian Stones require players to complete Pit activities multiple times to collect. Shroud Of Khanduras Unique Effect & Affixes When Rogues equip Shroud Of Khanduras and use it, they will gain 2 seconds of damage immunity, but Evade cooldown will increase by 3 to 9 seconds accordingly. If you successfully Evade during Dark Shroud, you will leave an explosion at the location, dealing 450 to 1350 shadow damage and pulling enemies closer. In addition, this chest armor provides additional attribute bonuses based on its affixes: + [57.0-75.0]% Non-Physical Damage + [2-3] to Dark Shroud + [46.5-60.0]% Shadow Resistance Beastfall Boots Unique Effect & Affixes After each Ultimate skill used by Rogues equipped with Beastfall Boots, the next Core Skill will consume all Energy, and the damage will be increased by 0.25% to 0.75% for each Energy point consumed. In addition, after Cooldown ends, 25 Energy will be restored. This unique equipment also brings additional attribute bonuses: + [2 - 4] to Agile + [12 - 20] Maximum Resource [8.0 - 12.5]% Ultimate Cooldown Reduction + [10.5 - 17.5]% Movement Speed These strategies can help players obtain the unique items they need. Remember, upgrading your Infernal Compasses and using Stygian Stones to challenge more challenging enemies can significantly increase your chances of obtaining these unique items. As your equipment improves, don’t forget to enjoy the exciting battles and rich rewards during the game. I wish you good luck in the world of Diablo 4 and get the loot you desire!