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Blackrock Mountain is a zone between the Burning Steppes and the Searing Gorge, linking the two regions. This zone is deceptively small, and appears empty when first entered - however, it was at one point, without doubt, among the most dangerous places in Azeroth. It is hotly contested; between the forces of Ragnaros and his Dark Iron servants on one side, and the black dragon Nefarian and his orc minions on the other. This is one of the most important areas in the World of Warcraft lore.

It contains four instances:

• Blackrock Depths - a 5-man instance, aimed for levels 50-60. A prelude to Molten Core. Necessary for attunement into Molten Core.
• Molten Core - the seat of Ragnaros, the first 40-man instance in the game.
• Blackrock Spire - a 10-man instance divided into two areas commonly referred to as "Lower Blackrock Spire" and "Upper Blackrock Spire". However, the portion of the instance designated as Lower Blackrock Spire must be completed as a 5-man party to receive credit for the quests. A quest chain starting in Lower Blackrock Spire will grant players access to the upper section of the Spire. A prelude to Blackwing Lair. Necessary for attunement into Blackwing Lair.
• Blackwing Lair - a 40-man instance, next in line after Molten Core in difficulty. From the throne of Blackwing Lair, Nefarian oversees the machinations of the Blackrock Orcs and the Black Dragonflight.