The Abyssal Threat

The Nihilith invasion left permanent scars on Eldranis. Their chaotic energies corrupted the land, creating dungeons that continue to manifest across the realm. Understanding these threats is crucial for any aspiring delver.

Types of Dungeons

• Abyssal Blooms: Temporary manifestations that bloom and wither (days to weeks)

• Sanctified: Temple-cleared dungeons, safer but less rewarding

• Stabilized: Former blooms that took permanent root

• Ancient Ruins: Pre-Cataclysm sites touched by the Void

• Elder Depths: The legendary long-standing dungeons with direct Abyss connections

For detailed information on each type, see the Dungeon Classification Guide.

Guild Accord Regulation

Getting Licensed

Every legal delver needs a Guild Accord license. Registration includes:

• Background verification

• Experience review

• Competency testing (for higher-tier dungeons)

Access Methods

• Standard Licensing: Register and pay fees

• Auction Rights: Bid for access to valuable new discoveries

• Exploration Rotas: Scheduled access to shifting dungeons

• Emergency Contracts: Rush jobs for immediate threats

License Tiers

• Novice Delver: Access to Abyssal Blooms and Sanctified dungeons

• Journeyman Delver: Add Stabilized dungeons

• Master Delver: Access to Ancient Ruins and minor Elder Depths

• Legendary Delver: Unrestricted access to all dungeon types

The Delver's Keystone

Your magical ID card and survival tool. Every licensed delver receives a personalized keystone that:

Core Functions

• Access Control: Opens Guild-regulated dungeon entrances

• Party Synchronization: Link keystones for shared maps and communication

• Emergency Beacon: Call for rescue if things go wrong

• Progress Tracking: Records your delving history and reputation

Keystone Synchronization

Always sync before entering a dungeon! This ensures:

• Shared map updates as you explore

• Communication through keystone pulses

• Group cohesion during dungeon shifts

• Emergency location tracking

Sync Points

Look for these magical anchors within dungeons:

• Recalibrate your keystone to current layout

• Often mark safe zones or checkpoints

• Critical for navigation in shifting dungeons

The Elder Depths (Major Permanent Dungeons)

These legendary dungeons have plagued Eldranis for generations:

Safe Zones & Settlements

Safe Zones

Rare sanctified areas within dungeons offering:

• Rest and Recovery: Enhanced healing and spell recovery

• Keystone Recalibration: Update your maps and sync

• Supply Caches: Left by previous delvers or the Guild

Known Safe Zones:

• Sanctum of Echoes (Endless Abyss): Memory-touched sanctuary

• Warding Lantern: Glowing beacons that repel corruption

Dungeon Towns

Permanent settlements within major dungeons:

• Deepforge (Endless Abyss): Dwarven forge-town using magma flows

• Others exist but locations are closely guarded secrets

Black Market Warning

Illegal Access Methods

The Guild strongly warns against:

• Counterfeit Keystones: Often malfunction catastrophically

• Secret Entrances: Unregulated and extremely dangerous

• Forged Documents: Heavy penalties if caught

• Illegal Teleportation: Unstable and may strand you

Criminal Organizations

• Black Delvers: Unlicensed mercenaries operating illegally

• Smuggling Rings: Bribe officials and use hidden routes

• Shadow Brokers: Connect illegal delvers with access methods

Guild Accord Enforcement: Severe penalties including equipment confiscation, heavy fines, and permanent licensing bans.

Before Your First Delve

• Obtain Guild Accord license

• Purchase/receive Delver's Keystone

• Form party and sync keystones

• Research your target dungeon type

• Prepare appropriate gear and supplies

• File exploration plan with Guild Accord

During Exploration

• Maintain keystone sync with party

• Look for sync points and safe zones

• Document discoveries for Guild reports

• Monitor dungeon stability (for Abyssal Blooms)

• Respect other delving parties' claims

After Delving

• Report findings to Guild Accord

• Submit cores for evaluation and payment

• Update party reputation and licensing status

• Plan for equipment maintenance and restocking