WoW: The War Within Delves Explained

Written by Dante Uzel on 23 August 2024 21:30

Source: World of Warcraft

Delves are a new type of PvE content in The War Within, designed for solo players or small groups to explore and conquer dangerous underground locations. Here’s everything you need to know about Delves, from unlocking and completing them to rewards and locations.

Unlocking Delves

Main Storyline Requirement: Begin the main storyline for The War Within. Automatic Unlock: The first Delve, Earthcrawl Mines, will become available when you reach Freywold Village. Initial Quest: Complete the quest “Delve into the Earth” to access your first Delve.

Completing Delves

Gameplay: Each Delve features unique themes and bosses. Typical tasks include killing mobs, rescuing individuals, or facing bosses.

Solo or Group Play:

Solo: You can complete Delves alone with an AI companion.

Groups: Small groups of 2-4 will have a seasonal companion; groups of 5 must venture alone.

Companion: Level up your companion, currently Brann for this season. Enhance their abilities with Curios and choose their role as a Healer or DPS.

Boons: Gain special powers for each Delve. For instance, in Earthcrawl Mines, defeating the Invasive Species mob grants Fungal Footpads for a healing double jump, useful for navigating spider webs.

Delve Tiers

Delves have multiple tiers reflecting their difficulty and rewards:

Tier 1: Automatically available upon unlocking Delves. Tiers 2-3: Unlock upon reaching level 80. Tier 4 and Beyond: Earned after completing the main campaign and equipping at least level 548 gear. Completing higher tiers unlocks progressively more challenging content up to Tier 11.

Rewards from Delves

Rewards vary by difficulty and include:

Loot: Ranges from Heroic to Mythic+ rarity.
Quest Items: Essential for various quests.
Resources: Such as Undercoins and Resonant Crystals.
Cosmetics and Personal Loot: Aligned with your class.
Weekly World Events: Extra rewards from participating in these events.
Great Vault System: Access exclusive collectibles like Delve-themed mounts.
Achievements: Unlock specific tasks related to Delves.

Delve Locations

Here’s a list of Delve locations across The War Within:

Isle of Dorn:

Earthcrawl Mines Kriegval’s Rest Fungal Folly

Hallowfall:

Skittering Breach Nightfall Sanctum The Sinkhole Mycomancer Cavern

The Ringing Deeps:

The Waterworks The Dread Pit

Azj-Kahet (Pending Availability):

The Spiral Weave Tak-Rethan Abyss The Underkeep Zekvir’s Lair

Tips for Success

Preparation: Make sure your gear is up to par for the tier you are tackling.

Strategy: Familiarize yourself with the mechanics of bosses and encounters.

Companion: Optimize your companion’s role and Curios to match the Delve’s challenges.

Whether you’re going solo or teaming up, Delves offer exciting new challenges and substantial rewards. Enjoy exploring the depths and enhancing your gear and achievements!

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