Ah, adventurer! So you seek the path to Upper Blackrock Spire, eh? A wise decision, as UBRS holds some truly valuable gear and is a crucial stepping stone to even greater challenges in World of Warcraft Classic. But unlike simply strolling into other dungeons, UBRS requires a special key – the Seal of Ascension. Don't fret, for I shall guide you through every twist and turn of this attunement questline. Get ready for an epic journey!
The Quest for the Seal: Your UBRS Attunement Guide
Getting into Upper Blackrock Spire isn't just about showing up. It's an attunement questline, a rite of passage that proves your worth. This guide will walk you through the entire process, step-by-step.
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Step 1: Embarking on Your Journey - The Unadorned Seal
Alright, hero, let's kick things off! Before you even think about starting a formal quest, you need to find a crucial drop. This can sometimes be the most time-consuming part, so patience is key!
What you need to find:
- Unadorned Seal of Ascension: This seemingly simple item is your first hurdle. It drops from any Dragonkin enemy within the Lower Blackrock Spire (LBRS) dungeon. While it's not a 100% drop, it's generally considered to have a decent chance from most mobs.
Where to find it:
- Lower Blackrock Spire (LBRS): This is the sprawling dungeon located within Blackrock Mountain. You'll be spending quite a bit of time here. Just enter LBRS and start clearing trash mobs, particularly those that are Dragonkin. Keep an eye out for this drop!
Tip: You can start farming this item even before you formally pick up the quest. If you're running LBRS for other reasons (like leveling or gear), keep this in mind and roll on any Unadorned Seal that drops!
Step 2: The First Encounter - Meeting Vaelan
Once you have that precious Unadorned Seal of Ascension in your bags, it's time to find your quest giver. This NPC is a bit hidden, so pay attention!
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Locating Vaelan:
- Inside LBRS: Head into Lower Blackrock Spire.
- Initial Path: Go up the stairs on the right side of the entrance.
- Leap of Faith (almost): Jump off the ledge to the southeast.
- Through Hordemar City: Proceed through the area known as Hordemar City.
- The Stony Ramp: Look for a stony ramp leading upward to your left, just past the first group of mobs near some candlesticks.
- Vaelan's Disguise: Climb this ramp. You'll find Vaelan crouching on an edge. He will initially be disguised as a Scarshield Infiltrator. Don't attack him! Simply approach him, and he will transform into the friendly quest NPC, Vaelan.
Accepting the Quest:
- "Seal of Ascension": Vaelan will offer you the quest "Seal of Ascension." Accept it without hesitation! This officially kicks off your attunement journey.
Step 3: The Gemstone Hunt - Conquering LBRS Bosses
With the quest accepted, Vaelan will instruct you to gather three specific gemstones from bosses within LBRS. This might require multiple runs of LBRS, as the drops are not guaranteed. Each gemstone has approximately a 1 in 5 chance of dropping.
The Bosses and Their Gems:
- Highlord Omokk:
- Gemstone: Gemstone of Spirestone
- Location: Highlord Omokk is typically found deeper within LBRS.
- War Master Voone:
- Gemstone: Gemstone of Smolderthorn
- Location: War Master Voone is another prominent boss in LBRS.
- Overlord Wyrmthalak:
- Gemstone: Gemstone of Bloodaxe
- Location: Overlord Wyrmthalak is often found in the later parts of the dungeon.
Important Note: These gemstones are group loot. Make sure you communicate with your party that you are on the UBRS key quest and that you need these gems. It's common courtesy to let the person on the key quest have priority rolls on these items.
Step 4: Forging the Seal - A Dragon's Breath
Once you have all three gemstones and the Unadorned Seal of Ascension, return to Vaelan in LBRS (the same spot you found him in Step 2). He will give you the Unforged Seal of Ascension and the Orb of Draconic Energy. Now, prepare for an expedition to Dustwallow Marsh!
Journey to Dustwallow Marsh:
- Target: You're heading to the lair of an elite dragon named Emberstrife. Emberstrife's cave is located south of Onyxia's Lair in Dustwallow Marsh.
- Group Up! You cannot solo this part. Bring a small group (a tank and a healer are highly recommended). Do not be in a raid group – you need to be in a standard party. If you are a pet class, dismiss your pet before the encounter, as it can interfere with using the Orb.
The Forging Process:
- Place the Unforged Seal: Before engaging Emberstrife, place the Unforged Seal of Ascension on the ground at the location where you plan to fight him. You do this by clicking on the item in your inventory.
- Weaken Emberstrife: Engage Emberstrife and damage him down to approximately 10% health. Be very careful not to kill him! If you accidentally kill him, you'll have to wait for him to respawn.
- Mind Control: Once Emberstrife is around 10% health, stop attacking. Use the Orb of Draconic Energy on him. This will mind control the dragon.
- Flames of the Black Flight: While controlling Emberstrife, you will gain a special action bar. Use the fourth ability on this bar, "Flames of the Black Flight." Make sure Emberstrife is facing the Unforged Seal on the ground when you cast this, as it's a frontal cone ability.
- Loot the Forged Seal: If done correctly, the Flames of the Black Flight will interact with the Unforged Seal on the ground, and you will be able to loot the Forged Seal of Ascension from the spot where you placed the Unforged Seal.
Step 5: The Final Attunement - Your Key to UBRS
With the Forged Seal of Ascension in hand, your journey is almost complete!
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Returning to Vaelan (Again!):
- Back to LBRS: Head back into Lower Blackrock Spire and find Vaelan once more at his hidden spot.
- Turn In: Turn in the "Seal of Ascension" quest with the Forged Seal of Ascension.
Your Reward:
- Seal of Ascension (Ring): Vaelan will reward you with the Seal of Ascension ring! This isn't just a ring with some decent stats (+10 Fire, Frost, and Nature resistance); it is your key to Upper Blackrock Spire!
Step 6: Entering Upper Blackrock Spire
Now that you possess the legendary Seal of Ascension, you are ready to enter UBRS!
The UBRS Entrance:
- Inside LBRS: The entrance to Upper Blackrock Spire is located within Lower Blackrock Spire.
- Path to the Door: Enter LBRS. Go up the left side of the first set of stairs. Then, turn left again. You will see a large, locked door.
- Equip and Open: To open this door, the player with the Seal of Ascension (you, hopefully!) must have the ring equipped. Simply approach the door with the ring on, and it will open.
- Unequip (Optional): Once your party is safely inside UBRS, you can unequip the Seal of Ascension and put your regular gear back on. The ring only needs to be equipped to open the door, not to remain inside.
Congratulations, adventurer! You have successfully completed the rigorous attunement process and now possess the key to Upper Blackrock Spire. Prepare for even greater challenges and richer rewards within its fiery depths!
Frequently Asked Questions about the UBRS Key
Here are 10 common questions about getting the Upper Blackrock Spire key, with quick answers to help you on your way:
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How to start the UBRS key quest?
You start the UBRS key quest by finding the Unadorned Seal of Ascension as a random drop from Dragonkin enemies in Lower Blackrock Spire, and then taking it to Vaelan within LBRS.
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How to find Vaelan in LBRS?
Vaelan is disguised as a Scarshield Infiltrator on a ledge in Hordemar City, accessible by jumping off a southeastern ledge after the first right stairs in LBRS and following a stony ramp up to the left.
How to get the three gemstones for the Seal of Ascension?
The three gemstones (Spirestone, Smolderthorn, and Bloodaxe) drop from Highlord Omokk, War Master Voone, and Overlord Wyrmthalak respectively, within Lower Blackrock Spire.
How to make Emberstrife forge the Seal of Ascension?
To make Emberstrife forge the Seal, you must damage him to about 10% health in Dustwallow Marsh, then use the Orb of Draconic Energy to mind control him, and finally use his "Flames of the Black Flight" ability on the Unforged Seal placed on the ground.
How to find Emberstrife in Dustwallow Marsh?
Emberstrife's cave is located in Dustwallow Marsh, typically found south of Onyxia's Lair.
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How to open the UBRS door once I have the key?
Equip the Seal of Ascension ring and simply approach the locked door to Upper Blackrock Spire, which is located inside Lower Blackrock Spire (up the left stairs, then turn left).
How to get into UBRS without the key?
Generally, you cannot. At least one person in your party must possess and equip the Seal of Ascension to open the door. Rogues cannot pick the lock.
How to avoid accidentally killing Emberstrife?
Stop all damage when Emberstrife is around 15-20% health and have your party ready to cease attacks immediately before you use the Orb of Draconic Energy.
How to deal with the non-guaranteed gemstone drops?
Be prepared to run Lower Blackrock Spire multiple times. Communicate with your group about needing the gems and ask for priority rolls.
How to use the Seal of Ascension after opening UBRS?
Once the UBRS door is open and your party is inside, you can unequip the Seal of Ascension and put your preferred ring back on. You only need it equipped to open the door.
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