Borderlands 4: Shadow of the Mountain Walkthrough
Your complete guide to completing the Shadow of the Mountain mission in Borderlands 4. Follow our step-by-step walkthrough to claim your rewards!
Shadow of the Mountain Mission Overview
This is a complete walkthrough for the Shadow of the Mountain mission in Borderlands 4. Follow our detailed objectives guide to clear the mission efficiently and claim your rewards.
Mission Details
- Location: The Low Leys, Cuspid Climb
- Given By: Joyless Stellan
- Prerequisites: Complete "The Auger Uprising" mission
- Difficulty: Moderate
Shadow of the Mountain Walkthrough: Complete Objectives Guide
List of Objectives
- Find Defiant Calder
- Reach Calder's Office
- Return to Belton's Bore
Find Defiant Calder: Borderlands 4 Mission Guide
Starting at Belton's Bore
To start the mission, head to Belton's Bore, located in the southern part of The Low Leys. Upon arriving, help the Augers kill the Order forces.
Speaking with Joyless Stellan
After killing the Order, speak to one of the Auger leaders, Joyless Stellan. He will then direct you to find Defiant Calder.
Locating Defiant Calder
From there, head southeast to The Lambent Mines in the eastern part of Cuspid Climb. You can use the Digirunner to drive to your destination.
Once you're in The Lambent Mines, the Defiant Calder will be under attack by Order forces. Help him and defeat them. Talk to the Defiant Calder afterward.
Follow the Defiant Calder and wait for him to bring down the force field to Clavehome. Enter and make your way to Calder's office.
Reach Calder's Office: Borderlands 4 Mission Strategy
Setting Up Signal Beacons
In the first area, approach the force field to the north. Calder will ask you to take the signal beacons on the right side of the area and set them up on the power sources near the force field and on the bridge in the middle. Be careful, as you will be fighting enemies along the way!
Navigating the Circle Platform
With the force field down, continue through the mines going northwest until you reach a red-lit area with a circular platform above. Use your grappling hook to climb up and reach the next force field.
Second Area Signal Beacons
Place the first signal beacon near the stairs, then enter the door on the right to reach the room behind the red force field. A Pinhead will drop down as soon as you enter the room.
Go through the newly opened doorway and interact with the switch on the control panel to access the dig chamber.
Third Area Signal Beacons
Enter the door on the right and cross the dig chamber heading southwest. Climb up to the platform on the right to hack the first beacon. Proceed further and hack the second beacon near the next force field.
This will then lead you to an area with vending machines, giving you a chance to prepare before the boss fight against Skyspanner Kratch.
Boss Fight: Skyspanner Kratch
When you're ready, slide down the chute on the right and defeat Skyspanner Kratch.
This flying boss summons red balloon bombs that explode on impact and smaller Kratches that chase you. Take advantage of the open arena and stay mobile to avoid its attacks.
Accessing Calder's Office
After defeating Skyspanner Kratch, head northeast to Calder's office. Interact with the panel above the door to hack and open it.
Taking the Relic
Enter the office and take the relic from the table. It glows bright purple, so it shouldn't be hard to miss.
Return to Belton's Bore: Completing the Mission
After getting the relic, return to Belton's Bore and approach the Defiant Calder at the gate entrance.
Wait for the gate to open, then follow the Defiant Calder through the halls of Belton's Bore.
Placing the Relic
After the cutscene, place the relic on the table to complete the mission.
Borderlands 4 Shadow of the Mountain Gameplay Video
Shadow of the Mountain Rewards
Main Mission Rewards
- Base Reward: EXP, Cash, Eridium
- Weapon Reward: Pistol (Blue to Purple Rarity)
Additional Potential Loot
- Skyspanner Kratch unique drop: Kratch's Wing (Legendary Shield)
- Mine-specific enemies can drop rare mining equipment mods
- Hidden chests throughout the mines containing weapons and gear
Borderlands 4 Shadow of the Mountain Pro Tips
- Before the boss fight, make sure to use the vending machines to stock up on ammo and health. Skyspanner Kratch is a challenging opponent that requires plenty of resources.
- Corrosive weapons work particularly well against the mechanical enemies found throughout the mines.
- Explore off the main path to find hidden chests containing valuable loot and Eridium.
- If you're having trouble with the platforming sections, consider respeccing into skills that improve mobility or equip gear with jump height bonuses.