These aren't just your standard skeleton forts with a fresh coat of lava. Rare has established two massive, permanent strongholds that serve as tactical hubs for Flameheart's forces. For players, this means the most dangerous region on the map just got significantly more profitable—and much more vertical.
The standout addition here is the focus on traversal. These garrisons are designed with ramparts that encourage active movement, featuring new ziplines that allow crews to fly between battlements. It's a welcome change of pace for island combat, shifting the meta away from simple bottlenecking at doorways and toward high-mobility skirmishes. If you're planning to siege these locations, you'll need to master the lines to keep up with the defenders or make a quick escape with your loot.
Speaking of loot, these locations are being framed as high-risk, high-reward ventures. Considering the constant threat of volcanic eruptions in the Roar, adding a fortified garrison into the mix creates a chaotic environment where environmental hazards and NPC defenses collide. For veteran sailors who felt the Roar had become a bit too quiet, these permanent structures provide a much-needed reason to head back into the fog and fire. Season 18 Act 3 is live now, so ready your planks and prepare for a heated welcome.
Soren