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Mission: Lord of Mordor
Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor

Mission: Lord of Mordor

Follow this guide to complete the 'Mission: Lord of Mordor' in Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor. Learn how to defeat Bagabug the Sneak and The Tower.

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Follow this guide to complete the 'Mission: Lord of Mordor' in Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor. Learn how to defeat Bagabug the Sneak and The Tower.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Once you have all five Warchiefs and are ready to face the remaining Black Captains, proceed to the mission start located on the southern end of the western-most docks in Watcher’s Landing.
  2. 2
    A smuggler will meet with Marwen and Lithariel, who have conscripted smugglers to transport you and your Uruk army.
  3. 3
    After exchanging farewells with Talion, set sail for your destination.
  4. 4
    Upon landing, you will encounter an Uruk named Bagabug the Sneak. After his speech, battle will commence.
  5. 5
    Bagabug is immune to stealth and ranged attacks and possesses 'No Chance' and 'Deadly' Strengths. Avoid letting him attack you with javelins.
  6. 6
    Defeat Bagabug and collect his Rune.
  7. 7
    Head south-east with your surviving Uruks to continue the assault.
  8. 8
    Enter a fort and navigate through the courtyard to the keep.
  9. 9
    A disembodied voice will speak to Talion, identified by Celebrimbor as The Tower.
  10. 10
    The Tower engages in mind games before appearing and making offers. He reveals that Celebrimbor chose you as a host and can end the possession.
  11. 11
    The Tower vanishes, and you must hunt him down within eight minutes.
  12. 12
    Locate The Tower's simulacrums in the courtyard. Your objective is to Stealth Drain him, which depletes about a quarter of his health per attempt.
  13. 13
    Repeat the Stealth Drain process three times.
  14. 14
    You will be called back to the keep by an illusion of your deceased wife, revealed to be The Tower.
  15. 15
    Approach The Tower, who will reveal himself. You must succeed at a QTE by holding the (Circle) button to counter his brand.
  16. 16
    Upon successful counter, Talion will neutralize and defeat The Tower.
Tips
  • Bagabug the Sneak is a threat if not dealt with quickly; do not allow him to attack from a distance.
  • Stealth Draining The Tower is a core mechanic for this part of the mission. Practice this technique if needed.
  • The final QTE is very simple; be ready to press the indicated button.
  • The Tower Crumbles achievement/trophy.

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