The Kurast Undercity is a time-attack, multi-level dungeon introduced in Diablo 4's "Vessel of Hatred" expansion. Located beneath the city of Kurast, this dungeon challenges players to navigate through its depths within a set time limit, battling various enemies and bosses to earn valuable rewards.
To access the Kurast Undercity, players must complete the "Reunion" quest in the "Vessel of Hatred" campaign, after which the dungeon becomes available for repeated runs.
Before entering the dungeon, players can offer Tributes at the Spirit Brazier in the Kurast Bazaar to modify the run's difficulty and influence the types of rewards. Additionally, Bargains allow further customization by spending resources to guarantee specific affixes on the loot obtained.
Tributes can be obtained through multiple in-game activities:
Timed Runs: Players start with a limited amount of time to complete each run. Defeating specific enemies, known as Afflicted Monsters, and destroying Afflicted Structures can extend this timer, allowing for deeper progression.
Attunement System: Activating Spirit Beacons within the dungeon summons waves of enemies tethered to the beacon. Eliminating all tethered foes rewards players with Attunement points, enhancing the quality of loot received at the end of the run.
Unique Bosses: Each district within the Kurast Undercity culminates in a boss fight. Notable bosses include Alia in the Ziggurat District, Yoche in the Temple District, and Longtooth in the Caves District.
To access the Kurast Undercity, players must complete the "Reunion" quest in the "Vessel of Hatred" campaign, after which the dungeon becomes available for repeated runs.
Tributes and Bargains
Before entering the dungeon, players can offer Tributes at the Spirit Brazier in the Kurast Bazaar to modify the run's difficulty and influence the types of rewards. Additionally, Bargains allow further customization by spending resources to guarantee specific affixes on the loot obtained.
Types of Tributes:
- Tribute of Ascendance (Resolute):
- Effect: Increases the chance of obtaining Uniques and Mythic Uniques upon dungeon completion.
- Source: Rarely found in Whisper Caches.
- Tribute of Radiance (Resolute):
- Effect: Enhances the likelihood of acquiring Ancestral Legendaries and Runes.
- Source: Can be obtained from various in-game activities.
- Tribute of Growth:
- Effect: Increases the chance of obtaining specific crafting materials.
- Source: Drops from certain in-game events and activities.
- Tribute of Harmony:
- Effect: Provides a balanced chance of receiving various reward types, including gear and materials.
- Source: Available through participation in diverse game events.
Acquiring Tributes:
Tributes can be obtained through multiple in-game activities:
- Nightmare Dungeons: Completing these challenging dungeons may reward players with Tributes.
- Helltide Events: Participating in Helltide events and opening Mystery Chests using Aberrant Cinders can yield Tributes.
- Whisper Caches: Completing tasks for the Tree of Whispers and opening the resulting caches may grant Tributes.
- The Pit: Running The Pit dungeon offers a chance to acquire Tributes, making it a viable farming method.
Key Features of the Kurast Undercity
Timed Runs: Players start with a limited amount of time to complete each run. Defeating specific enemies, known as Afflicted Monsters, and destroying Afflicted Structures can extend this timer, allowing for deeper progression.
Attunement System: Activating Spirit Beacons within the dungeon summons waves of enemies tethered to the beacon. Eliminating all tethered foes rewards players with Attunement points, enhancing the quality of loot received at the end of the run.
Unique Bosses: Each district within the Kurast Undercity culminates in a boss fight. Notable bosses include Alia in the Ziggurat District, Yoche in the Temple District, and Longtooth in the Caves District.
- Alia, Kurast's End: Found in the Ziggurat District, Alia employs mechanics involving waves of blood and shadow, requiring players to navigate damage zones carefully.
- Yoche, The Golden: Located in the Temple District, Yoche's attacks include floor-darkening effects and rotating hazards, necessitating strategic positioning.
- Longtooth, The Wretched: Residing in the Caves District, Longtooth utilizes poison clouds and charging attacks, challenging players to manage area denial and timing.
Tips for Completing the Kurast Undercity
- Optimize Your Build for Speed and Damage:
- Prioritize abilities and gear that boost movement speed and damage output. This approach allows you to clear enemies swiftly and progress through the dungeon more efficiently.
- Prioritize abilities and gear that boost movement speed and damage output. This approach allows you to clear enemies swiftly and progress through the dungeon more efficiently.
- Manage the Timer Effectively:
- The dungeon's timer starts at 100 seconds. Extend this by defeating Afflicted enemies and destroying Afflicted Structures, which grant additional time. Focus on these targets to maintain a comfortable time buffer.
- The dungeon's timer starts at 100 seconds. Extend this by defeating Afflicted enemies and destroying Afflicted Structures, which grant additional time. Focus on these targets to maintain a comfortable time buffer.
- Activate Spirit Beacons for Attunement:
- Engage with Spirit Beacons to spawn enemy waves. Clearing these waves increases your Attunement level, enhancing the quality and quantity of rewards upon completion. Aim to reach Attunement Rank 4 for maximum benefits.
- Engage with Spirit Beacons to spawn enemy waves. Clearing these waves increases your Attunement level, enhancing the quality and quantity of rewards upon completion. Aim to reach Attunement Rank 4 for maximum benefits.
- Utilize Tributes and Bargains Wisely:
- Before entering the dungeon, offer Tributes at the Spirit Brazier to modify rewards and difficulty. Additionally, apply Bargains to target specific loot outcomes. Be mindful that certain Tributes may impose penalties, such as reduced starting time or decreased potion drops.
- Before entering the dungeon, offer Tributes at the Spirit Brazier to modify rewards and difficulty. Additionally, apply Bargains to target specific loot outcomes. Be mindful that certain Tributes may impose penalties, such as reduced starting time or decreased potion drops.
- Prioritize High-Value Targets:
- While clearing all enemies can be beneficial, prioritize Afflicted enemies and Spirit Beacons, as they directly impact your timer and Attunement. Avoid spending excessive time on low-value targets that don't contribute significantly to your objectives.
- While clearing all enemies can be beneficial, prioritize Afflicted enemies and Spirit Beacons, as they directly impact your timer and Attunement. Avoid spending excessive time on low-value targets that don't contribute significantly to your objectives.
- Prepare for Boss Encounters:
- Each district culminates in a boss fight with unique mechanics. Familiarize yourself with these mechanics to strategize effectively. For instance, Alia in the Ziggurat District utilizes blood and shadow waves, requiring careful positioning.
- Each district culminates in a boss fight with unique mechanics. Familiarize yourself with these mechanics to strategize effectively. For instance, Alia in the Ziggurat District utilizes blood and shadow waves, requiring careful positioning.
- Balance Risk and Reward:
- While aiming for higher Attunement levels and engaging in additional events can yield better rewards, ensure you manage your time effectively to avoid the dungeon's timer expiring before completion. It's crucial to balance the pursuit of rewards with the necessity of finishing the dungeon in time.
- While aiming for higher Attunement levels and engaging in additional events can yield better rewards, ensure you manage your time effectively to avoid the dungeon's timer expiring before completion. It's crucial to balance the pursuit of rewards with the necessity of finishing the dungeon in time.
