The Corruption of the Aspects is a hauntingly beautiful draconic mount, a vision of what Azeroth's protectors might have become had N'Zoth's corruption gone unchecked. Its twisted form, pulsating with void energies, and the mournful echo of its roar make it a favourite among collectors who appreciate mounts with a dark, apocalyptic aesthetic. The flavour text speaks to its grim alternate reality: "With N'Zoth's triumph, what started with Galakrond comes to fruition. With the Aspects gone, the corruption of their species is complete." For collectors who value prestige and a connection to the deeper lore of World of Warcraft, this mount is a true trophy — a glimpse into a nightmare timeline where the Old Gods have won.
Introduced in patch 11.1.5 "Undermine(d)", the Corruption of the Aspects is the ultimate prize for those willing to plunge into the twisted streets of the Horrific Visions. This mount isn't locked behind luck or low drop rates — it's a straightforward currency grind that rewards persistence above all else. The dark alternate-timeline dragon is a stark reminder of what could have been, and obtaining it requires a commitment to mastering the Visions' mechanics, optimising your routes, and stacking currency bonuses through masks and crystals. For collectors who appreciate a clear goal and the satisfaction of watching their progress bar fill up, the Corruption of the Aspects represents a challenging but fair journey through one of WoW's most atmospheric pieces of content.
The Corruption of the Aspects is purchased from Torie in Dornogal for 40,000 Displaced Corrupted Mementos. This is a 100% guaranteed acquisition — there is no RNG involved, no rare spawns to camp, and no low drop rates to overcome. Simply farm the currency and buy the mount. No achievement or reputation is required to make the purchase.
To access the Horrific Visions and begin farming Displaced Corrupted Mementos, visit the Horrific Vision Hub in Dornogal, located just near the Coreway.
Displaced Corrupted Mementos drop from monsters, chests, and from completing objectives inside Horrific Visions. The amount of currency you earn depends on several factors:
The Odd Crystals are small items you can pick up from the floor of Horrific Visions. They can be handed in to Zarhaal, who is located in both versions of the Horrific Visions.
There are a total of 10 Odd Crystals located throughout each Horrific Vision. The more crystals you hand in at once, the higher the amount of Displaced Corrupted Mementos you are rewarded with:
| Crystals | Displaced Corrupted Mementos |
|---|---|
| 1 | 20 |
| 2 | 45 |
| 3 | 75 |
| 4 | 110 |
| 5 | 150 |
| 6 | 185 |
| 7 | 245 |
| 8 | 300 |
| 9 | 360 |
| 10 | 425 |
Below are images showing the spawn locations of all the Odd Crystals in both versions of the Horrific Visions:
Orgrimmar
Stormwind
Orgrimmar:
/way #2403 53.5 82.0 C Inside first hut on the right /way #2403 49.4 68.7 C Hidden behind boxes /way #2403 48.7 83.8 C In the bank, behind the counter /way #2403 57.7 65.1 C Inside Transmog hut /way #2403 57.6 58.6 C Inside Orphanage /way #2403 60.4 55.1 C Inside Leatherworking hut /way #2403 57.9 48.6 C Inside hut behind Inquisitor /way #2403 33.4 65.7 C Center building, bottom floor /way #2403 35.4 69.4 C Top floor of building /way #2403 37.9 84.5 C Behind pillar in hut behind Embassy /way #2403 38.5 80.7 C Inside Embassy /way #2403 65.8 50.6 C Inside cacti /way #2403 68.2 42.9 C Underneath bridge /way #2403 67.0 37.4 C Inside Auction House /way #2403 63.9 30.4 C Go right behind Rexxar's building /way #2403 38.9 49.9 C Left in the big tent /way #2403 41.7 44.8 C Inside first hut on the right /way #2403 48.4 44.1 C Up the hill /way #2403 51.0 45.2 C Between pillar and boxes
Stormwind:
/way #2404 53.0 51.9 C Hidden left of the Cathedral Entrance /way #2404 58.4 55.1 C On Top of a Hill /way #2404 64.6 30.9 C Corner Behind Boxes /way #2404 62.7 37.0 C Corner by the Middle Forge /way #2404 63.4 41.7 C Corner by Chest Spawn /way #2404 67.3 44.7 C Beside Boss Forge /way #2404 69.0 73.1 C Behind Inquisitor, Left of Stairs /way #2404 62.0 76.9 C Behind Mail Muncher Mailbox /way #2404 66.1 75.7 C Behind Destroyed Cart /way #2404 60.4 68.8 C In Corner in Alleyway /way #2404 75.6 53.4 C Bar, Upper Level /way #2404 75.6 64.6 C Behind Mail Muncher Mailbox /way #2404 74.6 59.2 C Middle Area Behind Boxes /way #2404 76.5 68.5 C Behind Stables by Shaw /way #2404 47.4 81.6 C In Transition House Behind Counter /way #2404 44.2 87.9 C On Upper Walkway in Corner /way #2404 47.7 89.4 C On Platform Above Upper Walkway /way #2404 52.4 83.4 C In Transition House Behind Counter
To efficiently farm Displaced Corrupted Mementos, follow these strategies:
Optimal Number of Masks: For efficient farming, activate 2–4 masks. This is the optimal balance between clear speed and the currency bonus. Activating 5+ masks slows down the run and increases the risk of failure, which is not worthwhile for farming purposes.
Clearing Strategy:
How Much Time Will It Take?
Earning 40,000 Displaced Corrupted Mementos is a significant grind. With optimal farming (4 masks, all side zones cleared, all 10 crystals collected), you can expect to earn approximately 2,000–3,000 Mementos per hour, depending on your efficiency. This translates to roughly 15–20 hours of farming to reach the mount. However, this will vary based on your gear, spec, and familiarity with the Visions.
The final step is to purchase your well-earned mount rewards in exchange for your Displaced Corrupted Mementos. The vendor Torie is located in the Horrific Vision Hub in Dornogal, just a little south of the Coreway.
Farming 40,000 Displaced Corrupted Mementos requires efficiency and consistency. The right addons can help you track crystals, optimise routes, and maximise your currency per run.
Pro tip: Use HandyNotes with the Visions of N'Zoth plugin to see all crystal locations at a glance. Combine it with ZamestoTV or Crystal Vision Tracker to track your crystal collection progress in real-time.
