Excavation Site: Wetlands
A subterranean and sunken quarry labyrinth located in the southern Wetlands near Whelgar's Excavation and Thelgen Rock. Unearthed ancient Titan relics, ravenous thicket raptors, marsh crocodiles, and colossal insect horrors create a treacherous mid-level dungeon with 14 brand-new quests across Alliance and Horde.
5-Player Dungeon
26 – 31
Southern Wetlands [47, 56] (Stone: [53, 65])
4 Encounters
14 Quests (9 Alliance / 5 Horde)
~45–60 Minutes
Saltspine
28 EliteA massive prehistoric crocolisk lurking submerged beneath the sunken marshwaters of the dig site basin. Applies devastating decaying rots.
Inflicts a crippling 30-minute rotting disease that drains Stamina and Spirit by 15% and inflicts intermittent nature ticks.
Snaps jaws down on primary target, dealing heavy physical damage and shearing armor by 20% for 12 seconds.
Sweeps rear tail dealing physical damage and knocking back players positioned behind the boss.
Role Strategy Matrix
Keep Saltspine faced sideways along the bank so the party avoids Tail Sweep. Be prepared for armor reduction spikes.
Priests, Paladins, or Shamans must cleanse Muculent Rot immediately. Keep tank topped above 75%.
Position at maximum flank range. Never stand directly behind Saltspine's tail or step into surrounding deep mud.
Notable Encounter Drops
Saltscale Girdle
Mail Waist (+7 Str, +5 Sta)
Supple Bellyskin Leggings
Leather Legs (+8 Agi, +6 Sta)
Glinteye Slippers
Cloth Feet (+7 Int, +5 Sta, +4 Spell Power)