Surviving Encounters in Wind Mountains Territory

Identify Faction Hostilities

Unlike the dwarves of the west and the Red Mountains, the Wind Mountains clan is an evil faction aligned with the forces of Sauron. Before approaching an imposing stone fortress in the Wind Mountains, consider your character's race and standing:

• Wind Mountains dwarves will attack Humans and Elves on sight without warning.
• They remain neutral toward other dwarven factions, allowing dwarf players to pass near their settlements unless provoked.
• If you are allied with the forces of Sauron, you can approach their settlements, interact with their smithies, and recruit armored Wind Mountains warriors.

Counter the Wind Mountains Crossbower

When attacking or bypassing a fortified Wind Mountains stronghold, you must prepare for their specialized defense force:

• Watch high battlements for the lethal Wind Mountains Crossbower unit.
• Carry a sturdy shield to deflect incoming high-damage bolts when advancing through open mountain passes.
• Use natural stone cover and terrain dips to close the distance against Crossbowers before taking on the armored axe-wielding guards stationed at the fortress gate.