WoWMay 1, 2023 4:00 pm CT

All of the bosses in Aberrus, the Shadowed Crucible, Dragonflight’s second raid

By Nick Marino

Season 2 of Dragonflight begins May 9 with the arrival of Dragonflight’s second raid, Aberrus, the Shadowed Crucible. Aberrus was Neltharion’s secret laboratory underneath the Dragon Isles where he conducted covert experiments during his life, and it remained hidden until now, becoming the central point of the conflict between the Primal Incarnates and the Sundered Flame.

The entrance to Aberrus can be found in the northernmost area of Zaralek Cavern, the new underground zone available in patch 10.1. Aberrus features nine total boss encounters. When it goes live, the Normal, Heroic, and Mythic difficulties will be immediately available alongside the first wing of LFR, with each subsequent wing of LFR releasing on a 2-week staggered schedule thereafter.

LFR Release Schedule

Wing 1, Week of May 8 – The Discarded Works: Kazzara, the Hellforged, The Amalgamation Chamber, The Forgotten Experiments
Wing 2, Week of May 22 – Fury of the Giants: Assault of the Zaqali, Rashok the Elder, the Vigilant Steward, Zskarn
Wing 3, Week of June 5 – Neltharion’s Shadow: Magmorax, Echo of Neltharion
Wing 4, Week of June 19 – Edge of the Void: Scalecommander Sarkareth

Kazzara, the Hellforged

“Although Neltharion would not use them himself until much later, he experimented with elementium plating in the early days of Aberrus. The end result of elementium and shadowflame was Kazzara, who was deemed far too unstable to release. Driven mad by the excruciating pain of her elementium plates, she now serves as the guardian of the Shadowed Crucible.”

Encounter Strategy and Breakdown:

Item Level Drops:

LFR – 402
Normal – 415
Heroic – 428
Mythic – 441

Unique Item Drop:

Screaming Black Dragonscale – Primary Stat Trinket

The Amalgamation Chamber

“The Eternal Blaze burns with the heat of a thousand suns, while the essence of Shadow blooms with darkness incarnate. Although exceptionally powerful on their own, when combined, they surge with the unchecked might of shadowflame, creating a whirlwind of ultimate destruction.”

Encounter Strategy and Breakdown:

Item Level Drops:

LFR – 402
Normal – 415
Heroic – 428
Mythic – 441

The Forgotten Experiments

“The development of the Dracthyr produced many iterations, some more successful than others. Early versions of the experiment proved far too volatile to destroy. Kept dormant for thousands of years, these creations have now awakened, and seek to test their prowess against the champions of Azeroth.”

Encounter Strategy and Breakdown:

Tier Set Token:

Hands

Item Level Drops:

LFR – 405
Normal – 418
Heroic – 431
Mythic – 444

Assault of the Zaqali

“Led by Warlord Kagni, the Zaqali warband has launched an all-out assault against the Shadowed Crucible in search of their missing Elder, Rashok. Brutal and ruthless, Kagni is willing to employ any tactic to succeed.”

Encounter Strategy and Breakdown:

Item Level Drops:

LFR – 402
Normal – 415
Heroic – 428
Mythic – 441

Rashok, the Elder

“Imprisoned within Aberrus for a millennia, the Zaqali elder Rashok has been perpetually drained of the raging flame within him to power Neltharion’s twisted laboratory. Existing on the edge of death for so long has driven the elder mad. Should he break free, his vengeance will scour the Shadowed Crucible’s halls.”

Encounter Strategy and Breakdown:

Tier Set Token:

Legs

Item Level Drops:

LFR – 405
Normal – 418
Heroic – 431
Mythic – 444

Unique Item Drop: Djaruun, Pillar of the Elder Flame – 2H polearm

The Vigilant Steward, Zskarn

“Long ago, Zskarn was tasked with testing the mettle of Neltharion’s experiments. Only the most powerful would pass muster and keep their lives. The latest visitors to the Shadowed Crucible have attracted his unwavering attention—but his approval will be much harder to earn.”

Encounter Strategy and Breakdown:

Tier Set Token:

Chest

Item Level Drops:

LFR – 408
Normal – 421
Heroic – 434
Mythic – 447

Magmorax

“Raised from a pup by Neltharion, the only thing stronger than the loyalty of Magmorax is his appetite. The lava hydra guards the passage into the deepest chambers of the Shadowed Crucible, keeping his master’s secrets safely hidden from prying eyes.”

Encounter Strategy and Breakdown:

Tier Set Token:

Helm

Item Level Drops:

LFR – 408
Normal – 421
Heroic – 434
Mythic – 447

Echo of Neltharion

“Tucked away in the depths of the Shadowed Crucible, Neltharion’s sanctum was a place of refuge and research for the Earth-Warder. Some say that echoes of his powerful presence still linger here, contemplating the future of the Black Dragonflight and how to obtain the power to ensure its success.”

Encounter Strategy and Breakdown:

Tier Set Token:

Shoulders

Item Level Drops:

LFR – 411
Normal – 424
Heroic – 437
Mythic – 450

Unique Item Drop: Class Trinkets

Neltharion’s Call to Chaos – Demon Hunter, Evoker, Mage, Paladin Warrior
Neltharion’s Call to Suffering – Death Knight, Druid, Priest, Rogue
Neltharion’s Call to Dominance – Hunter, Monk, Shaman, Warlock

Scalecommander Sarkareth

“As leader of the Sundered Flame, Scalecommander Sarkareth broke away from the rest of the dracthyr to forge a new future. He has since led his forces to Aberrus, intent on claiming the legacy he believes rightfully belongs to his kind, and is willing to do anything to obtain it.”

Encounter Strategy and Breakdown:

Item Level Drops: