Quest Progression to Face the Firewyrm King
To confront the Firewyrm King, known as Velgar, you must first progress through the “Dragon Slayer” main questline. This journey begins in Bramblemead Valley. Seek out the Wise Old Man in the church located in this region. He will inform you about Velgar, a formidable, poison-spewing dragon.
Your initial task from the Wise Old Man will be to gather Antlers. If you do not possess any, you will need to hunt deer in the world to acquire them. Once you return with the Antlers, the Wise Old Man will direct you to find Cathan, an experienced hunter who ventured to defeat Velgar alone. You’ll be pointed towards a castle to learn more about Cathan’s whereabouts.
The next step involves visiting a castle in the central part of Bramblemead Valley. At the top of this castle, you will find Cathan’s Journal. Reading it reveals a message indicating Velgar’s presence at the fortress. After this encounter, you must proceed to the Dragonkin Vault in the Whispering Swamp, following the directions found in Cathan’s Journal. Inside the vault, you will encounter Spitfoot, who will inform you that Cathan betrayed the goblins and moved on to Gornfell in the Fractured Plains.
Report back to the Wise Old Man, who will speculate that Cathan may have discovered a method to combat Velgar. Your next objective is to follow Cathan’s trail to Gornfell. Journey to the Fractured Plains region and locate Velgar’s Tower, which will be marked on your map. Within the tower, you will face various Garou enemies. After defeating them, speak with Cathan’s Ghost. The ghost will explain how the Garou captured and sacrificed him to Velgar, and crucially, will provide you with the recipe for a Challenge Horn, an essential item for summoning the dragon.
Crafting the Challenge Horn
The Challenge Horn is a critical item required to summon Velgar, the Firewyrm King. To craft it, you will need specific materials:
- 1x Dragon’s Tooth
- 1x Bloodwood Sap
- 5x Bronze Bars
Dragon’s Teeth can be obtained from dragon carcasses found in the Stormtouched Highlands. You will need an Iron Pickaxe to extract this item. Bloodwood Sap is a rare resource, exclusively found from Bloodwood Trees located in the Bloodblight Swamp region. Bronze Bars are crafted by smelting Copper Ore and Tin Deposits. You can find Copper Ore and Tin Deposits in areas like the Fractured Plains. To smelt these, you will need a Furnace, which can be built after gathering clay from the Whispering Swamp and building a Kiln. Once you have all the necessary components, craft the Challenge Horn.
With the Challenge Horn in your possession, travel to Velgar’s High location. Ascend to the very top of this area. Place the Challenge Horn on the designated pedestal to summon the Firewyrm King, Velgar, initiating the battle.
Combat Strategy Against the Firewyrm King
Velgar, the Firewyrm King, employs three primary attacks that you must be prepared to counter. Understanding these attacks and preparing accordingly will significantly increase your chances of victory.
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Slam and Spike Attack: Velgar’s first attack involves a slam that can stun you, followed by spikes erupting from the ground, causing additional damage. To defend against this, utilize the Win shield to cover yourself. This shield will provide protection against the incoming damage and mitigate the stun effect.
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Poison Meteor: During this attack, Velgar takes flight and unleashes a barrage of poison rain. It is crucial to dodge out of the way of the falling meteors and avoid making contact with the toxic puddles they create on the ground. Maintaining mobility and awareness of your surroundings is key during this phase.
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Poison Breath Attack: Velgar can also unleash a powerful Poison Breath attack that inflicts severe damage if you are caught in its path. To prepare for this, ensure you have Weak Antipoison Potions or Anti-Poison Food. These items will minimize the health damage sustained from this particular attack. You can craft Weak Antipoison Potions using Harralander, Bittercap Mushrooms, and Swamp Tar, all of which can be collected in the Whispering Swamp.
Equipping the Anti-Dragon Shield, whose recipe is obtained from the Dragonkin Effigy in the Whispering Swamp Vault, is also highly recommended for its defensive properties against dragon attacks.
Rewards for Defeating the Firewyrm King
Upon successfully defeating the Firewyrm King, Velgar, return to the Wise Old Man to complete the “Dragon Slayer” quest. As a reward for your triumph, you will receive a Tome. This Tome grants a significant experience boost, adding 500 XP to your Magic, Ranged, and Attack skills. Additionally, you will be rewarded with the blueprint for the Dragonblight Shield and the Dragon Visage crafting material, which can be used for further crafting endeavors.
FAQ
What is the Firewyrm King’s name? Velgar is the name of the Firewyrm King.
Where do I start the quest to fight the Firewyrm King? You start the “Dragon Slayer” quest by speaking to the Wise Old Man in Bramblemead Valley.
What items do I need to craft the Challenge Horn? You need 1x Dragon’s Tooth, 1x Bloodwood Sap, and 5x Bronze Bars to craft the Challenge Horn.
How do I get Dragon’s Tooth? Dragon’s Tooth can be obtained from dragon carcasses in the Stormtouched Highlands using an Iron Pickaxe.
What is the best defense against Velgar’s Poison Breath attack? Using Weak Antipoison Potions or Anti-Poison Food will help minimize damage from Velgar’s Poison Breath attack.