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| Location | Vault of the Loom |
Malphas, Keeper of the Vaults is a Boss in Diablo 4. Malphas, Keeper of the Vaults is located at Vault of the Loom. Malphas, Keeper of the Vaults is the first stationary boss introduced in the game. Instead of directly facing Malphas, Keeper of the Vaults himself, players confront an immovable construct that he controls, positioned at the center of the boss area. Throughout the battle, Malphas, Keeper of the Vaults deploys various traps to impede players' progress as they strive to overcome this new adversary. Bosses are special Enemies that can be defeated to complete Quests, progress through the game, and to acquire special Equipment. However, there are Bosses not-related to the main quests and can be found as a side activity or even roaming the world.
Diablo 4 Malphas, Keeper of the Vaults Location & Information
- Locatad in the Vault of the Loom
- Players need to complete the Season 3 story questline to gain access to the new player hub, the Gatehall in Kehjistan. Then, they can access the Vault of the Loom, where they will encounter Malphas, Keeper of the Vaults.
Malphas, Keeper of the Vaults Rewards in Diablo 4
Diablo 4 Malphas, Keeper of the Vaults Strategies
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Diablo 4 Malphas, Keeper of the Vaults Strategy Writeup
Malphas employs a diverse range of attacks, each demanding careful attention and strategic maneuvering. Here's a breakdown of some of his notable attacks:
During the encounter with Malphas, players must confront a diverse range of attacks that demand careful attention and strategic maneuvering. One of his notable tactics involves summoning hulking Constructs into the arena. To effectively counter this, players are advised to prioritize eliminating elite variants promptly, as they pose the risk of unleashing buffs or executing devastating area-of-effect attacks.
Malphas also employs Chaotic Constructs, hurling them as projectiles that target both the arena and individual players. Navigating this onslaught requires nimble movement, with players needing to adeptly dodge the incoming Constructs to avoid sustaining damage. Another formidable move in Malphas' arsenal is the Chakram Barrage. Preceding this attack, blazing Chakras encircle him before shooting outward. Players must identify safe zones and seize vulnerability periods to unleash counter-attacks strategically.
Malphas showcases his might with the Infernal Stomp, slamming the ground and creating a shockwave that deals fire damage. To minimize the impact of this move, players need to time their dodges carefully, ensuring they evade the brunt of the attack. The battle intensifies with Molten Pools, where molten rock erupts from the ground, causing continuous fire damage. Staying mobile is crucial during this phase, requiring players to move quickly to avoid getting singed by the fiery eruptions.
Players must also contend with the Crumbling Platforms, as the arena platforms crack and crumble. To navigate this hazard, staying mobile and adjusting positioning becomes imperative to find safe zones amidst the disintegrating platforms. Malphas further raises the stakes with the Chaotic Onslaught, combining Construct summoning with Chakram Barrage and Infernal Stomps. Surviving this frenetic onslaught demands prioritized dodging, utilization of crowd control, and strategic unleashing of high DPS bursts during vulnerability windows.
The climax of the battle arrives with Infernal Annihilation, a devastating final attack where Malphas channels infernal energy for a massive explosion. To avoid instant defeat, players are advised to deploy invulnerability skills or shields during this critical moment.
Elemental Phases
Malphas switches between elemental phases, each with its unique set of challenges. Pay attention to the appearance of attacks on the arena floor to identify the current phase.
Attacks & Counters
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| Poison Phase | |
| Lethal Pools: Conduits create lethal pools of poison on the ground. | Watch for green hazards and adjust movement to avoid poison pools. |
| Poisonous Conduit Blast: Conduits release blasts of poison in specific patterns. | Recognize the blast patterns and move to safe areas |
| Venomous Clouds: Malphas generates clouds of venom that move slowly across the arena. | Evade by moving away from the path of the venomous clouds |
| Lightning Phase | |
| Red Lightning Strikes: Red lightning targets specific areas | Identify safe zones, and move away from targeted areas |
| Chain Lightning: Malphas unleashes chain lightning that jumps between players | Spread out and avoid standing close to teammates to minimize chain lightning damage |
| Thunderous Shockwave: Malphas releases a shockwave of electricity in a radial pattern | Move to a safe distance from the epicenter of the shockwave |
| Frost Phase | |
| Ice Shards: Malphas summons sharp ice shards that travel across the arena. | Move laterally or use a dash ability to avoid the ice shards |
| Frozen Ground: Ice patches cover parts of the platform, slowing movement | Avoiding the frozen ground areas |
| Frost Nova: Malphas releases a freezing wave, encasing players in ice | Keep a safe distance when you notice the casting animation and break free from the ice promptly |
| Fire Phase | |
| Rotating Fire Traps: Malphas summons rotating fire traps that expand across the arena | Precisely evade by identifying safe zones between the traps |
| Linear Fire Trails: Linear fire trails extend from Malphas in specific patterns | Move quickly and navigate through the gaps to avoid getting hit |
| Infernal Stomp: Malphas slams the ground, creating shockwaves of fire | Time your dodge to avoid the shockwaves |
Diablo 4 Malphas, Keeper of the Vaults Lore
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Diablo 4 Malphas, Keeper of the Vaults Notes & Trivia
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