So You Wanna Dive into Mythic Dungeons, Huh? Let’s Not Wipe on the Basics First.
You’ve hit max level in The War Within Season 2. Now you want challenges and loot. Welcome to Mythic Dungeons, or M+. Forget heroic dungeons. Mythic is where things heat up. But before you rush in, let’s cover the basics. You don’t want to keep falling flat on your face.
Pre-requisites? More Like Pre-PAID-requisites (Just Kidding… Mostly)
First, you can’t enter a Mythic+ dungeon straight off the leveling train. There are a few steps, but they are simple.
- Level Cap is Your Friend: You must be level 80. No exceptions. Think of it like a nightclub bouncer. Under level? No entry.
- Keystone, My Dude: You wouldn’t go out without your wallet, would you? Your Keystone serves as your entry ticket. No Keystone, no party.
So, where do you get this Keystone? You earn it. Complete a regular Mythic dungeon to receive one. It’s your initiation into the Mythic world. After that, a Keystone will be granted, possibly by a spirit or loot chest. Details aren’t clear, but you will get one.
Starting Your Mythic+ Adventure: It’s Easier Than Assembling IKEA Furniture
You have your Keystone and your max level. Next, gather a party of brave companions. Let’s start the dungeon crawl.
- Keystone Holder, You’re Up: Only one person needs a Keystone to start a Mythic+ dungeon. If you’re that person, congratulations, you’re in charge!
- Mythic Difficulty, Obviously: Before entering the dungeon portal, ensure the difficulty is set to Mythic. It’s like checking the oven before cooking – crucial.
- Font of Power? More Like Font of “Oh Crap”: Once inside and your Keystone is applied (by clicking the Font of Power), brace yourself. The real adventure begins.
This Keystone isn’t just a key; it controls the dungeon and its difficulty. For example, a Keystone for “Throne of the Tides +5” means you’ll tackle that dungeon at Mythic+ level 5. Easy peasy, right?
Mythic+ Rating: Because Bragging Rights Are Important
You’re smashing through Mythic+ dungeons. You dodge mechanics and sometimes carry your team. But how do you show you’re not just lucky? Enter Mythic+ Rating. It’s like a DPS meter for dungeon skill—a nudge on the back or a boot, based on your score.
Aiming for 2000 Rating: The “Not Completely Terrible” Benchmark
If you dive into PUGs – that’s “Pick-Up Groups” for the newbies – a Mythic+ Rating of 2000 is vital. It says, “I have some idea of what to do.”
Getting to 2000 isn’t hard, but it does need some dedication. Complete each dungeon in the current Mythic+ rotation at a +15 level during both Tyrannical and Fortified weeks. Pro tip: the rating system is flexible. No need to nail +15s perfectly. Struggle with one? Overachieve elsewhere! A +14 can be balanced by a +16 in another dungeon. Averages matter.
Pushing to 2500 Rating: Now You’re Getting Serious
A 2500 Mythic+ Rating? That’s when eyes turn your way. You’re conquering dungeons now, not just clearing them. To hit this goal, focus on The War Within dungeons with higher keys. Higher keys yield more rating, especially if you beat the timer. Timers can be your best friend or worst foe.
Rating Factors: Timer is King
Want to boost your Mythic+ Rating? Simple: beat the dungeon timer. This is crucial. Missing the timer is like arriving late for a raid – frowned upon and less rewarding. Fail to meet the timer and risk a zero rating. That stings.
Why Your Rating Might Be MIA: Dungeon Timers
You finished a dungeon and no rating increase? What happened? Most likely, the timer got you. Exceed the timer too much and face the consequences. Speed matters in Mythic+. Take too long, and you receive nothing but repair bills.
Item Level: Dress to Impress
Let’s discuss gear. Item level (ilvl) isn’t everything, but stepping into a Mythic+ dungeon in questing greens resembles bringing a Nerf sword to a dragon fight. You won’t do well. Here’s about what gear you should aim for.
Mythic +2: Baby Steps with Baby Gear
For Mythic +2 dungeons, expect item level drops around 639 to 649. This isn’t top-tier raid gear but a decent upgrade from heroic dungeon loot. It’s a solid start to get you going and snag some upgrades.
Mythic 0: Gearing Up for Real
Before considering Mythic+, run some regular Mythic 0 dungeons first. Recommended item level? For meta classes, aim for 585+. But for most players, 580+ works best. If you’re DPS, shoot for the upper end of that range. Tanks and healers can sometimes manage with lower levels like 570s if skilled, but PUGging often prefers higher levels.
+15 Keys: The 620 ilvl Requirement
Thinking about +15 keys? DPS specs should have at least 620 ilvl gear. Tanks and healers can have more leeway. But DPS must deliver damage, which means good gear is vital. Low item level might lead to group declines, not personal—just efficiency.
Lockouts and Resets: Weekly, Daily, and Chaos
Lockouts and resets are the confusing rules of dungeon loot. Let’s clarify how it works in Mythic and Mythic+.
Mythic Dungeons: Once a Week
Regular Mythic dungeons follow a weekly lockout. You can loot each boss only once weekly. Kill a boss and hope for loot (RNG can be fickle), and that’s it for that boss until the weekly reset.
Mythic+ Dungeons: Weekly Reset
Mythic+ dungeons reset weekly like regular dungeons. However, this reset does not affect your Mythic Keystones directly. Your Keystone doesn’t vanish or reset. Weekly resets only change affixes and available rewards.
Mythic 0 Dungeons: Daily Dose of Delight
Here’s the twist: Mythic 0 dungeons have a daily lockout now. You can only loot each boss in a Mythic 0 dungeon once daily. This change means more opportunities for loot every day.
In previous expansions, Mythic 0 had a weekly lockout. If you want to farm Mythic 0 for gear, run them daily. You cannot loot bosses multiple times in one day. It’s a daily loot chance, not an all-day feast.
Mythic+ Rating Rewards: Shiny Loot and Bragging Rights
What do you earn from Mythic+ dungeon runs besides a bit of pride? Rewards await! Some are rather nice.
2000 Rating Rewards: Mounts, Titles, and Gear
Reaching the 2000 Mythic+ Rating grants the “Keystone Master” achievement. Plus, you get a Diamond Mechsuit mount. Who doesn’t want to ride in style? Also, you gain the “Mark of the Spelunker Supreme” and item level 571+ gear. Great for dungeon crawling.
2500 Rating Rewards: Hero Status and Visual Upgrades
If you bring your rating to 2500, you earn “The War Within Keystone Hero: Season One.” A heroic title indeed! This achievement unlocks the Luminous Nerubian Catalyst Stone for all characters. It gives a visual effect for some Tier Sets. Gear glows, which makes dungeon runs look better.
3000 Rating Rewards: Dominating in Style
If you reach a 3000 M+ rating, you get “The War Within Keystone Legend” achievement. Plus, you earn the Enterprising Shredder mount. More mounts equal more status in WoW. And this one shreds, both literally and figuratively.
Gilded Harbinger Crests: Crafting Glory
Now let’s explore crafting materials. Gilded Harbinger Crests exist in The War Within. How do you acquire them?
Getting Gilded Harbinger Crests: Sources
You can find Gilded Harbinger Crests through:
- Mythic Nerub-ar Palace: Raiding still matters.
- Mythic Keystone Dungeons (+8 and above): Higher keys yield better crests.
- Delves (Tier 8 and above): Solo content can also reward.
- Rated PvP (Possibly): Rumors suggest some crests appear in Rated PvP.
Nascent Gilded Harbinger Crests: Upgrading
Once you gather enough Gilded Harbinger Crests, visit Llande in Dornogal. He trades Gilded Harbinger Crests for Nascent Gilded Harbinger Crests. It’s like upgrading to a better version. What can you do with Nascent Gilded Harbinger Crests? Likely crafting. The material cycle continues.
Valorstones: Upgrading Gear
Valorstones return as the currency for gear upgrades. They are back with Mythic+ dungeons as a source.
Valorstone Acquisition: M+ Dungeons
Mythic+ dungeons grant Valorstones. The amount may change slightly, but expect about 75 Valorstones per run if someone boosts their Mythic+ rating. Complete a dungeon for a base of 52 Valorstones and an extra 23 if your party gains a Mythic+ rating during the run. Invite friends to climb together—it helps everyone!
This guide covers Mythic Dungeons in The War Within. Now go, grab your Keystone, and try to avoid dying too much. Happy crawling!
