With the Dragon Valley update just one week away, anticipation is building for the soon-to-be-released Sword of Ssaulabi. Although it requires expensive materials, the weapon boasts performance to match, and many players have already gathered all the necessary components—save for the Ash of Asitazio—and are waiting to craft it. Just as the Heine update introduced the village of Heine, we can expect this update to bring new villages as well. Historically, the Dwarf Castle, Underworld Castle, and Welldone Village were updated alongside Dragon Valley.

※ This information is based on the original Lineage update for Dragon Valley; please note that there may be differences in the Classic version.

■ The Dwarf Castle, Underworld Castle

Located beneath Dragon Valley, Underworld Castle is the primary habitat of the dwarves. Known as the center of the 'Iron Gate' dwarf guild and a castle capable of exerting influence over Welldone Village, it is accessed via the underground path connected to the entrance of Dragon Valley. By following the path from the first basement level, you can reach Underworld Castle. Outside the castle, along the path, you will find Ibelbin, who crafts the Sword of Ssaulabi and Dragon Scale Armor. If you continue past Ibelbin along the path to the second basement level, you will reach the siege zone of Underworld Castle.

Because Ibelbin is located outside the castle, you can use the crafting system regardless of the siege status. We can look forward to seeing if he appears in this update to craft the Sword of Ssaulabi and Dragon Scale Armor. However, Dragon Scale Armor might not be added yet, as one dragon still remains.

■ Welldone Village: Preparing to Climb the Volcano

The new 'Welldone Village' appeared at the foot of the volcano. Situated close to the Fire Dragon, some were disappointed to find a humble settlement of fences and huts rather than the grand fortress they expected to protect the residents, but despite its appearance, it is a highly practical village.

Because the village is small, most shops are close by, making it convenient to manage your inventory. While the map shows the general merchant is located slightly apart at the top of the village, the NPCs are clustered together. Like in Heine, you can sell most items to NPC shops, which reduces the burden when picking up various loot. In later patches, Ibelbin was moved here; it will be interesting to see where he appears this time.