Shade of the Archmage
| NPC reference | |
|---|---|
| NPC type | Dungeon boss |
| Zone | City of Dalaran |
| Faction | Not recorded |
| Level | Not recorded |
Shade of the Archmage is Forever creature 246020.[1]
Encounter identity
The archived Forever client 1.60.1.70291 associates encounter 3303 with City of Dalaran, map 2959.[2] This association does not supply a tested route or a mandatory encounter order.
Preparation
Spread for Bounding Mana; avoid close Arcane Explosion.[3] These are written-guide observations, not wiki-tested timings or guaranteed behavior in every beta build.
Independently checked spell records
- Mass Polymorph (1303598): The linked tooltip describes nearby enemies becoming unable to attack or cast for up to 8 seconds. It lists a 1.5-second cast and Magic dispel type.[4]
The links identify the spell records cited by the guide. A tooltip does not establish encounter cast frequency, target-selection rules or all interrupt restrictions.
Database-listed equipment
| Item | Equipping level | Type / slot |
|---|---|---|
| Archmagister's Faceted Pendant | 30 | Necklace / Neck[5] |
| Violet Sorcerer's Mantle | 30 | Cloth / Shoulder[6] |
| Ponderous Orb | 30 | Off-hand / Held In Off-hand[7] |
These individually inspected records name the creature as their drop source. Drop percentages and current loot eligibility have not been verified by the wiki.
Evidence still needed
Build-tagged encounter testing; Verified loot eligibility and drop observations
Record the Forever build, observation date, and a source or screenshot. Update the article and remove only the tasks your evidence resolves.
City of Dalaran · Dungeon checklists · Dungeon loot
- ↑ Forever creature 246020, reviewed 10 October 2026; exact capture build unreported.
- ↑ Forever DungeonEncounter; archived export retrieved 9 October, row reviewed 10 October; reviewed 10 October 2026.
- ↑ Riyani’s written Forever dungeon guide, updated 9 October; reviewed 10 October 2026. Gameplay build unreported.
- ↑ Forever spell 1303598, reviewed 10 October 2026; exact capture build unreported.
- ↑ Forever item 273049, reviewed 10 October 2026; exact capture build unreported.
- ↑ Forever item 273051, reviewed 10 October 2026; exact capture build unreported.
- ↑ Forever item 273052, reviewed 10 October 2026; exact capture build unreported.