Lords Mobile Dark Nest Calculator
Here's a comprehensive table summarizing all you need to know about Darknests in Lords Mobile:
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Basics | - Must be in a guild to attack3 |
| - Can only be attacked by rallies (minimum 2 participants)3 | |
| - Scouting/attacking doesn't disable Shield or activate Battle Fury3 | |
| Levels | - 5 Darknest levels (1-5)3 |
| - 25 Dark Essence levels3 | |
| - 5 Dark Essence Grades (Common, Uncommon, Rare, Epic, Legendary)3 | |
| Location | - Level 1: Areas 1-3 |
| - Level 2-3: Areas 1-4 | |
| - Level 4: Areas 2-4 | |
| - Level 5: Areas 3-53 | |
| Scouting | - Always scout first1 |
| - Look for single troop type nests (easiest to beat)1 | |
| - Don't fear anti-scout nests (may have highest level essence)1 | |
| Rally Planning | - Choose appropriate rally leader (all stats inherit from leader)2 |
| - Set correct formation and troop composition2 | |
| - Use appropriate heroes and war familiars2 | |
| Troop Composition | - Follow counter chart: Infantry > Ranged > Cavalry > Infantry3 |
| - For levels 1-4: Use 2 troop types that counter Darknest composition3 | |
| - For level 5: Use single troop type for higher success chance3 | |
| Heroes | - Use heroes that boost specific troop type, not general army boosts3 |
| - Reset talents to match troops being sent2 | |
| Siege | - Generally not needed, especially for lower levels1 |
| - Consider small percentage (10%) for mixed T3/T2 rallies1 | |
| Rewards | - Win to get Dark Essence3 |
| - Higher essence level generally means better loot (but not guaranteed)1 | |
| Tips | - Use army ATK boosts and other relevant buffs2 |
| - Change to appropriate battle gear before rally2 | |
| - Set daily time for consecutive Darknest rallies2 |
This table provides a comprehensive overview of Darknest mechanics, strategy, and tips for successful rallies in Lords Mobile