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Diablo 4: Vessel of Hatred (D4)

How to Beat Kor Dragan Stronghold

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How to Beat the Kor Dragan Stronghold - Diablo 4

Kor Dragan is one of the three Fractured Peaks Strongholds in Diablo 4 (Diablo IV) that players can clear out to earn various rewards. Read on to learn how to beat the Kor Dragan Stronghold, including tips on how to beat Nilcar, Forgotten Bishop and a full walkthrough.

Kor Dragan Stronghold Overview

Stronghold Information

Kor Dragan Stronghold Details
Location Northeast of the Menestad Waypoint, on the north side of Sarkova Pass.
Boss Name Nilcar, Forgotten Bishop
Rewards & Unlocks ・100 Fractured Peaks Renown
・Kor Dragan Barracks Dungeon
・The Gathering Legions Event

Kor Dragan Stronghold Location

Rewards for Completing Kor Dragan Stronghold

In addition to earning random loot and Renown in the region, you unlock the following rewards for completing the Kor Dragan Stronghold:

Unlocks Kor Dragan Barracks Dungeon

Kor Dragan Barracks is one of the dungeons available to players after completing the Kor Dragan Stronghold.

Access to The Gathering Legions Event

The Gathering Legions Map Marker - Diablo 4

You will also have access to The Gathering Legions world event located in the center of the stronghold. This is where you can farm for Murmuring Obols and legendary loot!

Kor Dragan Stronghold Walkthrough

How to Clear Kor Dragan Stronghold
・Explore Kor Dragan
・Purge Kor Dragan of vampiric corruption
・Slay the remaining Sanguine Knights
・Destroy the Vampiric Aberration
・Delve into the Archives
・Slay Nicar, the Forgotten Bishop
・Rekindle the Wanderer's Shrine to concquer Kor Dragan

Destroy the Vampiric Corruption in the Area

Find and destroy the Vampiric Corruption found throughout the stronghold. These things are protecting a Vampiric Incubator, and you cannot progress unless you destroy them first. After getting rid of a Vampiric Corruption, kill the group of enemies that appear.

Destroy the Vampiric Incubator

Next, destroy the Vampiric Incubator which can be found near the center of the encircled area. It will also be marked on your minimap with an icon. When you destroy it, be prepared to battle an Elite Knight.

There are two more Vampiric Incubators in the stronghold. To progress, you will have to repeat and destroy the corruption and the other two incubators.

Go to the Room Beside the Church

Once all the Vampiric Incubators are destroyed, go to the room beside the church and destroy the Vampiric Abberation blocking the way. The hallway will lead to a room where you battle Nilcar, the Forgotten Bishop. Read the following tips down below to know everything you need to beat Nilcar.

How to Beat Nilcar, Forgotten Bishop

Move Away From His Blood Bullets

From time to time, Nilcar will attack you with Blood Bullets, a move that shoots fast and deadly projectiles. This is Nilcar's most dangerous move so move away to the side and dodge if you have to. This attack can deplete your health quickly if you are not careful.

Kill the Sanguine Monster First

As the fight progresses, Nilcar will unleash a Sanguine monster from the incubators in the room. Three of them will be summoned one by one throughout the battle. Prioritize killing the Sanguine as they appear since they can overwhelm you if all three are present.

Take note that Nilcar can revive the Sanguine after a certain period of time, so deal as much damage as you can to him while they are down.

Avoid the Hellbinder's Area or Destroy It

One of the Sanguine monsters can spawn a Hellbinder that shackles you and restricts your movement. You cannot dodge Nilcar's Blood Bullets when it shackles you, resulting in a quick death. To stop this, avoid the Hellbinder's area as much as possible. If you get stuck in it, quickly destroy it to get out.

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