Diablo 4 Dry Steppes
Diablo IV utilizes an open world structure with five unique regions. These are Kehjistan (specifically its northern desert region), Scosglen, the Dry Steppes, the Fractured Peaks, and the swamplands of Hawezar. Each of these areas will be 10–20 times larger than even the largest areas in Diablo III. Each of the regions are connected, and players can traverse the areas without interruption. The geography of the regions shifts in accordance with this. For instance, if a player heads south from the Fractured Peaks to Hawezar, they will see a series of waterfalls, as snowmelt feeds the swamps.
D4 Dry Steppes Locations How to get to Dry Steppes?
The Dry Steppes is a desert wasteland region within Sanctuary. It is located south of Scosglen, west of the Fractured Peaks and north of Kehjistan. Major terrain features within the Dry Steppes are desolate grasslands, deep canyons and salt flats. The Dry Steppes are home to barbarians, mercenaries and cannibalistic blood mages. Known locations within the Dry Steppes include the Ruins of Qara-Yisu and Orbei Monastery.
Dry Steppes location on map
The Dry Steppes sit between Scosglen to the north and Kehjistan to the south on the western side of Diablo 4's playable landmass.
The Dry Steppes is a geographic area in Sanctuary, located south of Scosglen, west from the Fractured Peaks, and north of Kehjistan.
Known Locations
The Dry Steppes are one of five major geographic regions to be explored in Diablo IV.
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Dry Steppes Environment
The unforgiving, harsh environment of the Dry Steppes is home only to the hardiest—or desperate—souls. Be warned; the denizens of this land will do anything to survive, resorting to anything from petty banditry to savage cannibalism.
Dry grassland and rocky cliffs define this area, which lies nestled between Scosglen and Fractured Peaks. Featuring lava rivers, white sandy beaches, and multicolored geothermal pools inspired by Yellowstone National Park, it isn’t the most hospitable location, but a troop of barbarians managed to settle here after the decimation of their former home, Mount Arreat. In terms of threats, cannibal hordes terrorize caravans transporting precious water to towns, so expect to see mercenary parties protecting these transports from attacks. The Dry Steppes also features the salt flats biome where people have dug deep into the Earth, something Mueller points out as not being the best idea in this world while teasing a broader story for players to uncover.
Development
Initially, the Steppes were concieved as grasslands. The decision was made to add dark rocks that complement the pale blonde and rusty grasses. To help provide extra visual interest in the region, the Environment Art team created a salt flats biome.
Lore
The Dry Steppes are a harsh and rugged wilderness, consisting of amber grasslands, deep canyons, and wide salt flats dotted with geysers of boiling water. Vegetation is rare, and what vegetation there is consists of poplar and saxaul trees.
The Steppes are an incredibly dangerous place to live, and only the most ruthless or most desperate call them home.
History
The Dry Steppes gave rise to native civilization(s). At some point, Zakarum established a presence in the region. The Zakarum architecture was more distinct and refined than the native one, and in addition to Orbei Monastery, established a number of storage and keep-sake areas.
By the Reign of Enmity, the Steppes were ravaged by war due to the power vacuum Malthael created when he decimated Sanctuary. The Zakarum's storage sites and keep-sakes were laid to waste, and Orbei Monastery fell into ruin.
Many years ago, the Cannibals appeared in the Steppes and spread their terror into lands beyond. However, other groups still operate within the Steppes, trying to win the hearts and minds of the people living there. With Lilith's return, the darker side of mankind became more dominant, and many in the Steppes gave into it, giving into the darkness for more power and turning to cannibalism.
Trivia
- Based on the nature of its flora, the Dry Steppes could be considered analogous to Central Asia.
Diablo 4 Dry Steppes Towns
Region: Dry Steppes
Inhabitants: Barbarian people
Architectural elements:
- Canopy and domed tents
- Dusty, sandy roads
- Clay brick structures
- Baskets and metal jars
Color palette: Tan, brown, and maroon
Weather: Misty
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