Conan Exiles offers a brutal sandbox world where only the strongest survive the hazardous environments and ancient terrors. Among the most challenging end-game challenges is the Well of Skelos, a fiery dungeon buried deep within the northern volcano biome. Successfully navigating this treacherous area rewards brave exiles with rare obsidian crafting knowledge and the final artifact needed to complete the game's main storyline. Preparing for this journey requires high-tier gear, heat protection, and a clear understanding of the environmental dangers ahead.
Finding the Entrance to the Volcanic Depths
Locating the entrance requires players to travel to the extreme northern edge of the map into the active volcano zone. The dungeon portal itself sits directly in the center of the volcanic caldera, surrounded by rivers of lethal molten lava. Exiles can access the central platform by crossing the massive obsidian chains or finding the hidden paths along the rocky ridges. Ensuring your character has maximum heat resistance through specialized armor or consuming cooling beverages is absolutely mandatory before stepping near the entrance.
Navigating the Serpentman Ruins Within
Once inside the instance, the environment transitions into the crumbling ruins of an ancient Serpentman civilization. The dungeon path winds through narrow stone corridors heavily guarded by obsidian-weapon-wielding votaries and aggressive reptilian enemies. Players must stay mindful of their positioning during combat to avoid falling off the ledges into the subterranean lava lakes below. Proceeding carefully and pulling enemies in small groups will ensure your survival through the preliminary chambers.
Defeating the Degenerate Boss and Claiming Rewards
The final chamber houses the Degenerate, a powerful ancient boss utilizing dangerous magical attacks and summoning waves of defensive minions. Moving constantly to avoid area-of-effect spells is the most effective tactical strategy for achieving victory. Defeating this boss unlocks the highly coveted recipes for crafting composite obsidian armaments. Additionally, players can harvest the final glowing artifact from the central pedestal to progress their ultimate escape from the Exiled Lands.