Original Dragon Nest Thread

As far as I remember, there's only a chance to downgrade at +8 and higher.

Yes, this is a probable double post, but eh.
EDIT: Thanks for the merge, Ray.

THE DRAGON NEST OPEN BETA CONTINUES!

The Open Beta Period has been extended and a ton of new content will be added for you to enjoy on August 11!
See what’s happening now:

NEW DUNGEON

Minotaur’s Nest

• Features
• Level 24, 4-player Abyss dungeon.
• Located at the Ashen Ruins (Carderock Pass -> Ashen Ruins).
• Complete any level 16 Abyss dungeon to receive the entry pass [Red Army Commander Seal]
from the Dimensional Rabbits.
• Receive the “Red Alert” quest (level 24) from NPC Deckard in Carderock Pass.
• Players will need to be level 24 and possess the entry pass to access the Nest.
• Players will not consume any Empowerment Points.
• Players will be able to resurrect only 5 times.

• Bosses
• Boss: level 24 General Ummanba
• Sub-Boss: level 24 General Umhar & Umjaba
• Elite: Dark Elves, Orc Shaman, Orc Commander

• Rewards
• Minotaur’s Nest will drop and reward its unique items: Minotaur Horn, Leather, and Hoof.
Players will be eligible to craft the Elf Queen’s set (Minotaur’s set) from these unique items
rewarded only in the Minotaur’s Nest.
• Minotaur’s Nest will drop and reward various Epic items.
• Minotaur’s Nest will drop and reward various materials for crafting Epic items.

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Full patch notes here.