Dark Citadel Center Wing: Dominion of Zagraal Guide

This is a guide for the Dominion of Zagraal in the Dark Citadel of Diablo 4 Vessel of Hatred (D4). Read on to learn the core mechanic of the Dominion of Zagraal, a guide for the puzzles and boss fights, and a walkthrough for each encounter!

Dominion of Zagraal Puzzle and Core Mechanics

Center Wing Puzzles and Mechanics
Core Mechanic: Counterspell Experimental Gateway Portals Boss Mechanic: Sigils

Core Mechanic: Counterspell

1. Kill a Spell Guardian to obtain a Counterspell Stone.
2. Use any skill to Counterspell Soul Orbs from bosses and to open a portal.

The Counterspell is a recurring mechanic throughout the Dominion of Zagraal. To do this mechanic you need to kill a Spell Guardian and obtain a Counterspell stone to deflect a Soul Orb.

Experimental Gateway Portals

1. Step on the pedestals to dispel the barriers to the portals.
2. Enter the portals and deposit the Ward Stones to the Sealing Wards.
3. Enter the portal leading to the Exalted Cloister.

In the Experimental Gateway area, you need to step on the pedestals to use the portals. Afterwards, kill the elites and deposit their Ward Stones in the Sealing Wards.

Boss Mechanic: Sigils

1. Charge all four Soul Siphons by standing near each one.
2. Deposit your marked sigil to its designated Siphon.

During the final boss fight, you need to charge each Soul Siphon by standing near one. Following this step, you then need to deposit your Sigil to the Siphon with its marking.

Dominion of Zagraal Boss Fights

Dominion of Zagraal Walkthrough
How to Beat Vorshok and Hurstt How to Beat Zagraal

How to Beat Vorshok and Hurstt

Vorshok and Hurstt Boss Guide
1	Kill the Spell Guardians that spawn during the boss fight to obtain a Counterspell Stone.
2	Wait for either Vorshok or Hurstt to cast a Soul Orb then use any skill to counterspell and enter the portal to the spirit realm.
3	Kill the boss in the spirit realm then use the portal to head back to the Spiritcaller's Sanctum.
4	Repeat steps 1 to 3 for the remaining boss.

Use the Counterspell mechanic to send Vorshok and Hurstt to the spirit realm. Afterwards, head to the portal to teleport into the spirit realm where you can damage and kill Vorshok and Hurstt.

How to Beat Zagraal

How to Beat Zagraal
1	Enter the portal to the spirit realm and deplete his health.
2	Once Zagraal becomes invincible, step on the pedestals found on the north side of the area to dispel the barrier around the conduit. Activate the conduit to open a portal and send Zagraal back to the throne room.
3	Slay the enemies in the area to activate the Soul Siphons.
4	Zagraal will pull you and a Sigil will appear on top of your head. Charge the Soul Siphons then deposit the Sigils to their respective Siphons.
5	Kill the Spell Guardians that appear and use the Counterspell mechanic when Zagraal uses a Soul Orb to send him back to the spirit realm and begin the damage phase..
6	Repeat steps 2 to 5.

Zagraal's mechanic revolves around the Counterspell mechanic with the addition of dispelling barriers, charging Soul Siphons, and depositing Sigils.

Dominion of Zagraal Walkthrough

Dominion of Zagraal Full Guide

Dominion of Zagraal Rewards

Severed Head of Zagraal

You'll receive the Severed Head of Zagraal once you defeat him in the Dark Citadel. The Severed Head of Zagraal is a quest item required for the Dark Citadel Community Challenge.

Khazra Armor Cosmetic

After clearing the Dominion of Zagraal, there's a high chance of obtaining any of the Khazra armor cosmetics, which you can consume to add a transmog option to your armor pieces!

Legendary Cache

You'll also get a Cache that can give you several legendary items, crafting materials, and Citadel coins.

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