How to Beat The Corrupted Warden

Conquer The Corrupted Warden in Schedule I. Exploit its fire damage weakness and vulnerability to burn, avoiding its Shield Charge and heavy melee swings.

Location: 'Forgotten Prison' (Verdant Expanse, main quest boss).
Weakness: Fire Damage, Vulnerable to Burn.
The Corrupted Warden is a heavily armored, reanimated guard.

Phase 1 (100%-70% Health):

The Warden uses slow, powerful melee swings and a 'Shield Charge'.

• Heavy Swing: A wide, slow arc. Easy to dodge, but deals massive damage if it connects.
• Shield Charge: Charges across the arena. Dodge to the side at the last moment.
• Ground Pound: Creates a small AoE around itself.

Stay mobile, get behind it after its attacks, and land a few hits. Vanguards can block its swings, but watch your stamina.

Phase 2 (70%-40% Health):

The Warden gains 'Corrupted Aura' and 'Chain Pull' abilities.

• Corrupted Aura: Deals continuous 'Poison' damage to anyone in melee range. Stay out of melee or use Antidotes.
• Chain Pull: Throws a chain that pulls you towards it, followed by a heavy attack. Dodge the chain or be prepared to dodge the follow-up.

This phase encourages ranged combat or quick hit-and-run tactics. Apply Fire damage to inflict 'Burn' and chip away at its health.

Phase 3 (40%-0% Health):

The Warden becomes enraged, increasing its attack speed and adding 'Summon Corrupted Minions'.

• Enraged State: All attacks are faster and deal more damage.
• Summon Corrupted Minions: Summons 2-4 'Corrupted Guards'. Clear these quickly as they can interrupt your attacks.

Focus all your damage on the Warden, using your strongest abilities. If you have a build with high burst damage, this is the time to use it.

Rewards:

'Warden's Heart' (Legendary Crafting Material), 'Corrupted Warden's Greatshield' (Legendary Shield), 'Warden's Blade' (Legendary Sword).