All Fractured Peaks Stronghold locations in Diablo 4

In Diablo 4, there are a total of three Strongholds scattered around the game’s first area, Fractured Peaks: Malnok, Kor Dragan, and Nostrava. Each of these Strongholds have their own storyline along with different enemies to defeat. After finishing the Stronghold event, you’ll gain access to a new public space, which can include things like vendors, a Waypoint, or even some side quests. Continue reading to find out what Strongholds are and where to find them in the Fractured Peaks region.

Each of the three Strongholds in Fractured Peaks also has an Altar of Lilith, which will provide you with a stat boost and some renown.

You can see the locations of Malnok, Kor Dragan, and Nostrava on the map below, or click through to our full interactive map.

Malnok Stronghold

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Malnok is located to the east of Kyovashad, the city at the center of Fractured Peaks.

1. Proceed to the center of Malnok to find the source of the storm.
2. Defeat all of the Ice Clan Stormcallers which are indicated on the map by a skull icon.
3. Return to the center of Malnok, and defeat the remaining Ice Clan members.
4. Slay Frosthorn, Ice Clan Champion.
5. Light the Wanderer’s Shrine which is indicated on the map by a diamond icon to turn the Stronghold into a public space.

Kor Dragan Stronghold

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The Kor Dragan Stronghold is located above Menestad in the northern section of the Fractured Peaks.

1. Enter Kor Dragan from the southwestern entrance.
2. Purge the vampiric corruption, large red orbs, by first destroying the smaller orbs that branch off. Follow the branches to find the lesser vampiric corruption and get rid of them, allowing you to attack the original. Be aware that the larger balls will unleash a boss for you to defeat.
3. Destroy the Vampiric Aberration which be found in the northern area of the Stronghold.
4. Enter the archives to face off against Nilcar, the Forgotten Bishop.
5. Light the Wanderer’s Shrine indicated on the map by a diamond to open up the Stronghold.

Nostrava Stronghold

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The Nostrava Stronghold can be found to the west of Kyovashad.

1. Make your way to the chapel in Nostrava and speak with Priestess inside.
2. Defeat the crazy villagers that attack you.
3. Travel to a nearby home in the village, and destroy the Demonic Effigies found inside. There are five total Demonic Effigies with one being in each home.
4. Return to the chapel to face off against Negala, Torvala, and Kozira.
5. Rekindle the Wanderer’s Shrine.