The Howling Eye (Hard)

Hard mode version of the Garuda trial. An 8-player encounter with emphasis on managing adds and protecting stone pillars.

Garuda

The Lady of the Vortex with enhanced abilities and stricter mechanics.

Phase 1

Mechanic	Type	Description
Downburst	Cleave	Frontal cone attack - tank faces Garuda away from party
Friction	AoE	Wind burst at random player that damages nearby pillars
Wicked Wheel	AoE	Circle attack around Garuda - maintain distance
Slipstream	Cleave	Line attack with stun risk - move behind then back in front
Mistral Song	Raidwide	Teleports to north and fires wave - hide behind stone pillars

Add Phases

Mechanic	Type	Description
Razor Plumes	Adds	Spawn after Mistral Song - kill quickly to save pillars
Satin Plume	Adds	Can put party to sleep - prioritize killing
Spiny Plume	Adds	Builds stacks on tank - swap before 3 stacks

Notes:

• Tank should position Garuda at the north side of the arena
• Keep Garuda away from pillars to prevent Wicked Wheel damage
• Don’t stand near pillars unless actively hiding behind them
• Kill Razor Plumes immediately to preserve your cover

Tips:

• Stone pillars are your lifeline - protect them
• Focus Satin Plumes first to prevent party-wide sleep
• Tank positioning is critical for this fight
• Main tank keeps Garuda north, facing away from party and pillars