How to Beat The Holy City of Aratum Mission in Doom: The Dark Ages

Updated: 11 Jun, 2025 • 0 • min read

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Hey, Doom Slayer!

Feeling stuck in the Holy City of Aratum mission? I get you. This level is not your usual run ‘n gun stuff. It's big, bold, and brings something totally new—you get to ride a freaking dragon! Yes, a real, fire-spitting Cyber Dragon.

Sounds awesome, right? But if you don’t know what you’re doing… it can feel crazy and confusing fast.
Don’t worry. This guide is here to hold your hand, keep things simple, and make sure you enjoy every second of this awesome ride.

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Let’s Start with the Cyber Dragon—Your New Best Friend

First things first. You start this chapter in the Dragon's Den, where the game teaches you to fly.

You’ll learn to:

Boost like a rocket
Climb high or swoop low
Fire your autocannon to blast bad guys in the sky

It’s like being in your own little Doom version of How to Train Your Dragon. Except scarier. And louder.

Important tip:
Don’t rush this part.
Take a few minutes to fly around and get comfortable. The better you handle your dragon now, the easier every crazy fight later will be.

The Big Titan Fight – Your First Real Test

So you fly out of the Den, all proud on your dragon... and BOOM—a giant, ugly Titan demon blocks your way.

He’s guarding an energy barrier, and he won’t let you pass.

But here’s the secret to winning:

Circle around him while shooting. Don’t get close.
Boost away when he stomps or throws fire.
Keep firing with your autocannon whenever you get a chance.

Once this giant beast falls, the barrier drops.
Congrats! You’re officially flying into the Holy City of Aratum.

The Real Fun Starts – Cleaning Up the Sky!

Your next big job?
Take down four Hell Carriers flying above the city.

Each Carrier works like this:

Shoot from above—take out their defense turrets.
Land your dragon on top of the Carrier.
Hop off and fight on foot (time for shotguns, swords, and all that fun stuff).
Collect secrets—like gold, rubies, and new weapon skins.
Get back on your dragon and fly to the next Carrier.

Pro gamer tip:
Don’t forget to check every corner when you land. The good stuff (like extra rubies and codex pages) hides where you least expect it!

Exploring the City – Secrets Everywhere!

Once the Carriers are toast, you can finally explore the giant city itself. And oh boy, it’s full of surprises.

Here’s what you need to do:

Fly through the city’s towers and bridges.
Find secret landing zones (you’ll get bonuses for finding these!).
Shoot down flying Hell Fighters (those sneaky ships zooming around).
Destroy creepy demon cult circles (they give gold and other goodies).

Let’s break down the extra challenges:

1. Layover Challenge

Find and land at two secret spots hidden high and low in the city.
What you get: rubies, weapon skins, health boosts, gold.

2. Cat & Mouse Challenge

Shoot down three flying Hell Fighter ships that try to dodge you.
What you get: extra points and bragging rights.

3. Countercult Challenge

Destroy three weird cult circles glowing on rooftops.
What you get: gold bonuses.

Cool tip:
Don’t speed around randomly. Take it slow. Look up, down, everywhere. These secrets are easy to miss if you rush.

Ground Battles on the Hell Carriers – Get Ready to Fight!

When you land on each Hell Carrier, you’ll fight classic Doom-style battles:

Shielded enemies (use the Cycler or Super Shotgun to break through)
Big demons guarding secrets
Hidden areas holding codex pages, weapon skins, and even rubies

What you’ll find on each Carrier:

Carrier 1: Health upgrade, gold, blue keycard
Carrier 2: Codex page, Cycler weapon
Carrier 3: Super Shotgun upgrade, Serrat toy, ruby
Carrier 4: Final ruby, red keycard, lots of gold

When you clear one, hop back on your dragon and soar to the next. Feels great, right?

The Big Finale – The Heart Chamber Boss Battle

Ready for the grand finale?
Welcome to the Heart Chamber—the creepiest part of the mission.

What’s inside?

Tons of enemies like Pinky Riders and Mancubi (those big, fat fire-throwers)
A mini-boss that’s fast and deadly
A small, tight arena where you need to dodge like crazy

Pro survival tips:

Clear small enemies first—they drop health packs when they die.
Use your Cycler and Super Shotgun to deal heavy damage fast.
Stay moving—never let yourself get trapped.

If you win (and you will!), you get to watch the awesome cutscene and unlock some serious game progress.

Don’t Forget the Upgrades!

You’ve probably collected:

Gold (240 total)
Rubies
Health and ammo boosts
Weapon skins
Codex pages

Before the big fight, visit the Sentinel Shrine and spend your loot.
Upgrade your shotgun, Cycler, and shield—trust me, you’ll need them.

One More Thing – Complete All Side Challenges for Extra Rewards!

Want 100% mission completion? Do these too:

* Find both secret landing spots (Layover Challenge)
* Blast all three Hell Fighter ships (Cat & Mouse Challenge)
* Smash all three cult circles (Countercult Challenge)

Why?
You’ll unlock special gold bonuses, rubies, and even a rare Nightmare weapon skin. Plus—it feels awesome.

Helpful Real-Life Tips (Because Everyone Needs a Hand Sometimes)

*Explore slowly. Take your time. The city is huge and easy to get lost in.
*Don’t ignore fast-travel unlocks. They let you return and grab missed items.
*Use your Cyber Dragon to spot secrets. Fly high—those hidden ledges and towers are easier to see from up there.

Quick & Friendly Summary (So You Remember Everything):

Learn to fly your dragon.
Beat the Titan guarding the barrier.
Take down all four Hell Carriers.
Explore the city for hidden goodies.
Do all the secret side challenges.
Upgrade everything before the final boss.
Win the Heart Chamber fight and smile big.

So... Are You Ready to Rule the Holy City?

If you follow this guide—you’ll totally crush this mission.

No more getting stuck. No more wondering “Where’s that ruby?”
Just smooth flying, awesome fights, secret treasures, and victory.

So jump on your Cyber Dragon and show the demons who’s boss.

Good luck, Doom Slayer. You’ve got this.

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