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== Mission ==
== Mission ==
=== {{UL|Agree to form a task force}} ===
=== {{UL|Agree to form a task force}} ===
==== {{UL|Hunt Devouring Earth creatures}} ====


'''Briefing'''
'''Briefing'''


Freeing me from the [[Devouring Earth]] has slowed the [[Hamidon|Hamidon's]] plans, but I fear it has not stopped them.  Above all, the Devouring Earth seek the power to bend nature to their will;  with me gone, they have sought out other victims.  The creatures have taken several heroes with strong ties to nature, and will soon try to devour them.  The heroes are held in an underground lair, guarded by a giant [[Crystal Titan]].  Those heroes must be rescued.  I hope you will aid me in this task.  Before you can begin, you must throw the Devouring Earth off balance.  Will you strike against the Devouring Earth?  Will you put them under the Wild Hunt and leave them reeling and afraid?
Freeing me from the [[Devouring Earth]] has slowed the [[Hamidon|Hamidon's]] plans, but I fear it has not stopped them.  Above all, the Devouring Earth seek the power to bend nature to their will;  with me gone, they have sought out other victims.  The creatures have taken several heroes with strong ties to nature, and will soon try to devour them.  The heroes are held in an underground lair, guarded by a giant [[Crystal Titan]].  Those heroes must be rescued.  I hope you will aid me in this task.  Before you can begin, you must throw the Devouring Earth off balance.  Will you strike against the Devouring Earth?  Will you put them under the Wild Hunt and leave them reeling and afraid?
'''Mission Acceptance'''


Good.  Then so begins the Wild Hunt.  Stalk them, strike them, hunt them here in their false Eden!  This will likely draw them away from their underground prison;  then you may creep in  and free the captured heroes.
Good.  Then so begins the Wild Hunt.  Stalk them, strike them, hunt them here in their false Eden!  This will likely draw them away from their underground prison;  then you may creep in  and free the captured heroes.
'''Unnecessary Solicitation'''
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{{Mission Objective|Entrance=|Primary=Hunt Devouring Earth creatures|Secondary=Defeat 200 Devouring Earth|Additional=|Completion=You have defeated enough of the Devouring Earth to distract them.}}
{{Mission Objective|Entrance=|Primary=Hunt Devouring Earth creatures|Secondary=Defeat 200 Devouring Earth|Additional=|Completion=You have defeated enough of the Devouring Earth to distract them.}}
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{{Enemy Devouring Earth}}
{{Enemy Devouring Earth}}


==== {{UL|Speak with the Woodsman}} ====
{{Mission Objective|Entrance=|Primary=Speak with the Woodsman|Secondary=|Additional=|Completion=}}
{{Mission Objective|Entrance=|Primary=Speak with the Woodsman|Secondary=|Additional=|Completion=}}


'''Briefing''' [[Woodsman]]
{{Mission Briefing|Contact=Woodsman|Text=
Now is the time to end the hunt and begin the rescue.  I can show you the way, but within the depths of the Devouring Earth's subterranean warrens, you alone must face the terrible hordes.  The Hamidon has created a great Crystal Titan in which to house the power he hopes to siphon from the captured heroes.  To win you must smash down the walls to the Titan's lair, defeat it, and free the heroes.  But be wary.  The Hamidon's servants will protect the walls and the Titan itself.
 
Listen.  The Crystal Titan's prismatic powers are devastating;  but there is a secret.  The Greater Devoured beasts that live above the great lake of acid have evolved a defense against the Titan's prismatic powers.  It is a gelatinous substance that coats their skin and dampens the worst of the crystal's vibrations. Gather this substance, and it may protect you from the Titan's power.  You must hurry!  Within four hours, the captive heroes will be no more!}}


Now is the time to end the hunt and begin the rescue.  I can show you the way, but within the depths of the Devouring Earth's subterranean warrens, you alone must face the terrible hordes.  The Hamidon has created a great Crystal Titan in which to house the power he hopes to siphon from the captured heroes.  To win you must smash down the walls to the Titan's lair, defeat it, and free the heroes.  But be wary.  The Hamidon's servants will protect the walls and the Titan itself.
==== {{UL|Defeat Titan and rescue heroes - 4:00:00}} ====
'''Unnecessary Solicitation'''


Listen.  The Crystal Titan's prismatic powers are devastating;  but there is a secret.  The Greater Devoured beasts that live above the great lake of acid have evolved a defense against the Titan's prismatic powers.  It is a gelatinous substance that coats their skin and dampens the worst of the crystal's vibrations. Gather this substance, and it may protect you from the Titan's power.  You must hurry!  Within four hours, the captive heroes will be no more!
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{{Mission Objective|Entrance=Fearless and determined, you enter the depths of the Devouring Earth's underground labyrinth in search of the captive heroes.|Primary=Defeat Titan and rescue heroes - 4:00:00|Secondary=Break through the rock wall.|Additional=** Break through the mold wall
{{Mission Objective|Entrance=Fearless and determined, you enter the depths of the Devouring Earth's underground labyrinth in search of the captive heroes.|Primary=Defeat Titan and rescue heroes - 4:00:00|Secondary=Break through the rock wall.|Additional=** Break through the mold wall
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'''Notable NPCs'''
'''Notable NPCs'''
* 2 Quarries {{Named|Faction=Devouring Earth|Type=Quarry}}
* [[Quarry]] x 2 ([[Monster]])
* [[Rock Wall]] (Archvillain)
* [[Rock Wall]] ([[Archvillain]])
* [[Mold Wall]] (Archvillain)
* [[Mold Wall]] ([[Archvillain]])
* [[Crystal Titan]] (Monster)
* [[Crystal Titan]] ([[Monster]])
* [[Gale (NPC)|Gale]] (NPC Ally)
* [[Gale (NPC)|Gale]] (NPC Ally, [[Boss]])
* [[Quill]] (NPC Ally)
* [[Quill]] (NPC Ally, [[Boss]])
* [[Slate]] (NPC Ally)
* [[Slate]] (NPC Ally, [[Boss]])
* [[Tundra]] (NPC Ally)
* [[Tundra]] (NPC Ally, [[Boss]])


{{Bug|Gale, Quill, Slate, and Tundra, after being rescued, will not follow the other Heroes due to some unknown bug.  However, if enemies are led to them, they will still engage in combat.}}
{{Bug|Gale, Quill, Slate, and Tundra, after being rescued, will not follow the other Heroes due to some unknown bug.  However, if enemies are led to them, they will still engage in combat.}}
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== Strategy ==
== Strategy ==


This is one of the most difficult Trials in the game. Besides the battle with the actual Crystal Titan, the descent is very tough and littered with enemies. 'Descent' is the right word, because the journey begins by falling down several holes in the ground; heroes who can teleport and fly are very helpful here.
Due to the nature of the unique map within the Eden Trial, heroes who have [[Stealth]], [[Flight]] or [[Teleport]] will possess advantages over the rest of the team.  The journey begins by descending through several holes in the ground.
 
Once the team reaches a large cavern with a [[Quarry]] and a different colored wall at the end, the team may choose to defeat the Quarry, or go for the [[Rock Wall]].  While the wall itself does not attack players, it does summon rock-class Devouring Earth.  About halfway through, another Quarry will be alerted.  The team may choose to defeat it, or distract it and continue attacking the Rock Wall.  Summoned enemies may summon [[Devouring Earth#Cairn|Cairns]] which severely boost the wall's damage resistance. A quick [[bind]] players can do to target these cairns may prove helpful: '''/bind X "targetname Cairn"''', where '''X''' is the key to bind it to. Alternatively, a macro may be made instead: '''/macro XXX "targetname Cairn"''', where '''XXX''' is the name of the macro button.
 
Once players defeat the Rock Wall, there will be a winding passage, going down.  There will be an open room with water and two bridges.  Cutting across the middle of the water will aggro fewer of the enemies. Continue down the passages until there is another open room with another wall, the [[Mold Wall]]. [[Devouring_Earth#Lichen_Colony_.28Sniper.29|Lichen Colonies]] in this room exist, they will spurt out [[Devouring_Earth#Lichen_.28Minion.29|Lichen]] that hurt when in big groups. [[Stealth]] will be useful here to get past them to the Mold Wall.  If not, then watch out for [[Devouring_Earth#Devouring_Swarm|Devouring Swarms]] that live on the ceiling.  These must be dealt with immediately, as their stings last much longer than normal [[Underling]]-class Swarms. The Mold Wall is much like the Rock Wall; it does not directly attack players, but instead summons Fungi-class Devouring Earth along with [[Boss]]-class [[Devouring_Earth#Greater_Devoured|Greater Devoured]]. Take care of them quickly, until there are only Fungi left, then attack the wall.


Once you get to a huge room with a Quarry or 4 and a different-colored wall at the other end, stop and rest before attacking. The '''Rock Wall''', which is Arch-villain level, sits there and lets you pound on it while it summons rock-based enemies. About halfway through a Quarry will be alerted, which a Tanker should taunt and engage (backed up by a healer) while the others continue pounding on the wall. Watch out for the lieutenant-class rocks that arrive; they can summon [[Devouring Earth#Cairn|Cairns]] which severely boost the wall's damage resistance. A quick [[bind]] you can do to target these cairns will be quite helpful: '''/bind y "targetname Cairn"'''. If you want, make it a Macro and set it on auto, but otherwise, keep clicking it.
Along the way players may have collected the unique [[Inspirations|Inspiration]], [[Inspirations#Ambrosia|Ambrosia]]. This Inspiration is essential for the final part of the task, as it protects from the substantial damage from Crystal Titan. Try to collect as much as you can (look for three or more per player) because each Inspiration only lasts 60 seconds. Alternatively, players may have stockpiled [[Inspirations#Defense_Inspirations|Defense Inspirations]] instead in order to reach the 45% defense [[Soft Cap]], and rely on that instead of taking damage.  Bear in mind [[Monster]]-class enemies (which the Crystal Titan falls into) get slight bonuses for accuracy, even with Soft Cap working against them.


When you get past the Rock Wall, there will be a winding passage, going down, down, down. You will come to an open room with water and 2 bridges. Try to cut across the middle of the water, which will aggro fewer of the enemies. Continue down the passages until you reach another open room with, yes, another wall. The main problem in this room is the Lichen Colonies, enemies that spurt out tons of Lichen that hurt when in big groups. If you can use Group Invisibility past them, to a safe place close to the Mold Wall, then you will have knocked one bad part out of your journey. If your comrades have collected any Swarms that live on the ceiling, deal with them immediately. These aren't the lowly Underling rank Swarms, these are like boss class Swarms, whose stings last for a very long time. Once you have that taken care of, attack the wall, which will spawn Fungi and Greater Devoured. The Fungi won't prove to be too much, but the Greater Devoured cause havoc. Take care of them quickly, until there are only Fungi left, then attack the wall.
The [[Crystal Titan]] itself is in a huge chamber with a large lake, atop a central island with ramps spiraling up the sides. At the far end of the room are the four captured heroes that form part of the mission objectives. The heroes, once freed, do not need to be led out of the mission, or even survive. Between the players and captured heroes, lies the Crystal Titan along with literally hundreds of crystal-based Devouring Earth enemies. Players should use travel powers to find the captured heroes and save them first.


Along the way you will have collected the unique [[Inspiration]], [[Inspirations#Ambrosia|Ambrosia]], when you defeat Greater Devoured in the lake with the twin bridges. This Inspiration is essential for the final part of the task, as it protects from the substantial damage from Crystal Titan. Try to collect as much as you can (look for 6 or more PER PLAYER) because as always, each Inspiration only lasts 60 seconds.
Players may also choose to clear out the room of Devouring Earth, as they will be aggroed by any attack on the Crystal Titan, or ignore them and hope to defeat the Crystal Titan as fast as possible.


The Titan itself is in a huge chamber with a large lake, atop a central island with ramps spiraling up the sides much like the Tower of Babel. At the far end of the room are the four captured heroes that form part of the mission objectives. The heroes, once freed, do not need to be led out of the mission, or even survive, and their additional damage is welcome. Unfortunately, between you and the heroes, and the Titan, there are literally hundreds of crystal-based Devouring Earth enemies (Geodes etc). These need to be cleared out, because the entire lot of them are aggroed by any attack on the Crystal Titan.
Once players start their assault on the Crystal Titan, players should use Ambrosia or other Inspirations as required, as the Titan will attack anyone within its large range . Each Ambrosia will only last one minute, so renew as necessary. Depending on team makeup, the battle may be fast (within a minute), or slow (more than five minutes).


Once the room is (relatively) clear of crystal DE, you can start your assault on the Crystal Titan. The [[melee]] members of your team will need to pop an Ambrosia, as the Titan will attack anyone within its large range. Ensure that you all have flashing warnings for the expiry of Inspirations (right click the icon effects and ensure "Do not blink" is unchecked), as each Ambrosia will only last 1 minute. Since the battle is long (Ambrosia does not protect against status effects like sleep and hold), there is often the need for 5 or 6 per battle.
Once the Crystal Titan is defeated, [[Devouring_Earth#Titan_Shard|Titan Shards]] will be spawned. They are fairly dangerous by themselves and Ambrosia provides no damage resistance to them.


When you defeat the Titan, beware of the Titan Shards that are spawned at the defeat. They are fairly dangerous by themselves and Ambrosia provides no damage resistance to them! You can then pick either 7 reward merits or a [[Crystal Titan Origin Enhancements|Titan Enhancement]] (level 40-43).
Players can then pick either 7 reward merits or a [[Crystal Titan Origin Enhancements|Titan Enhancement]] (level 40-43).


[[Category:Trials and Task Forces]]
[[Category:Trials and Task Forces]]

Revision as of 14:30, 4 October 2009

Overview

Task Force
Eden Spire Trial
File:The Woodsman.jpg
Contact Woodsman
Zone Eden
Suggested Team Size 4 players
Coordinates (2590, 370, 3515)[Copy]
Level Range 39-41
Merits 7
Badge Badge trial zone 01.png Liberator
Enemy Groups
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The Eden Trial is a hero Trial that takes place in Eden. The contact for this trial is Woodsman. The trial consists of a hunt followed by a single four-hour timed door mission.

Bug! There is currently a bug in starting this Trial. The leader of the group must be within the level range, otherwise the trial will not start, though the group will no longer be disbanded as it previously did.


Template:MeritAward

Introductions

Initial Contact

You cannot brave these dangers alone. Come back with at least three other heroes.

You need at least 4 members on your team, all of them at least Level 39. If they are over Level 41, they will be automatically exemplared to Level 41 for the duration of the Task Force.

Mission

Agree to form a task force

Hunt Devouring Earth creatures

Briefing

Freeing me from the Devouring Earth has slowed the Hamidon's plans, but I fear it has not stopped them. Above all, the Devouring Earth seek the power to bend nature to their will; with me gone, they have sought out other victims. The creatures have taken several heroes with strong ties to nature, and will soon try to devour them. The heroes are held in an underground lair, guarded by a giant Crystal Titan. Those heroes must be rescued. I hope you will aid me in this task. Before you can begin, you must throw the Devouring Earth off balance. Will you strike against the Devouring Earth? Will you put them under the Wild Hunt and leave them reeling and afraid?

Mission Acceptance

Good. Then so begins the Wild Hunt. Stalk them, strike them, hunt them here in their false Eden! This will likely draw them away from their underground prison; then you may creep in and free the captured heroes.

Unnecessary Solicitation

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Mission Objective(s)

  • Hunt Devouring Earth creatures
    • Defeat 200 Devouring Earth

You have defeated enough of the Devouring Earth to distract them.

Enemies

Devouring Earth

Speak with the Woodsman

Mission Objective(s)

  • Speak with the Woodsman

Briefing

Now is the time to end the hunt and begin the rescue. I can show you the way, but within the depths of the Devouring Earth's subterranean warrens, you alone must face the terrible hordes. The Hamidon has created a great Crystal Titan in which to house the power he hopes to siphon from the captured heroes. To win you must smash down the walls to the Titan's lair, defeat it, and free the heroes. But be wary. The Hamidon's servants will protect the walls and the Titan itself.

Listen. The Crystal Titan's prismatic powers are devastating; but there is a secret. The Greater Devoured beasts that live above the great lake of acid have evolved a defense against the Titan's prismatic powers. It is a gelatinous substance that coats their skin and dampens the worst of the crystal's vibrations. Gather this substance, and it may protect you from the Titan's power. You must hurry! Within four hours, the captive heroes will be no more!

Defeat Titan and rescue heroes - 4:00:00

Unnecessary Solicitation

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Mission Objective(s)

Fearless and determined, you enter the depths of the Devouring Earth's underground labyrinth in search of the captive heroes.

  • Defeat Titan and rescue heroes - 4:00:00
    • Break through the rock wall.
    • Break through the mold wall
    • Bring down the Crystal Titan

You have freed the captive heroes before the Hamidon could drain their powers

Notable NPCs

Bug! Gale, Quill, Slate, and Tundra, after being rescued, will not follow the other Heroes due to some unknown bug. However, if enemies are led to them, they will still engage in combat.

Enemies

Devouring Earth

Badge

Completing the Prisoners of Eden trial from The Woodsman awards the Liberator Badge.

Badge

You have freed the captured heroes, preventing them from becoming devoured.

Debriefing

The threat is ended, and the captives have been freed. Do not grow complacent, though, my young friend. The Devouring Earth hunger for power, and are sure to try again. Should they seek to corrupt nature's power once more, speak with me and I shall aid you.

Strategy

Due to the nature of the unique map within the Eden Trial, heroes who have Stealth, Flight or Teleport will possess advantages over the rest of the team. The journey begins by descending through several holes in the ground.

Once the team reaches a large cavern with a Quarry and a different colored wall at the end, the team may choose to defeat the Quarry, or go for the Rock Wall. While the wall itself does not attack players, it does summon rock-class Devouring Earth. About halfway through, another Quarry will be alerted. The team may choose to defeat it, or distract it and continue attacking the Rock Wall. Summoned enemies may summon Cairns which severely boost the wall's damage resistance. A quick bind players can do to target these cairns may prove helpful: /bind X "targetname Cairn", where X is the key to bind it to. Alternatively, a macro may be made instead: /macro XXX "targetname Cairn", where XXX is the name of the macro button.

Once players defeat the Rock Wall, there will be a winding passage, going down. There will be an open room with water and two bridges. Cutting across the middle of the water will aggro fewer of the enemies. Continue down the passages until there is another open room with another wall, the Mold Wall. Lichen Colonies in this room exist, they will spurt out Lichen that hurt when in big groups. Stealth will be useful here to get past them to the Mold Wall. If not, then watch out for Devouring Swarms that live on the ceiling. These must be dealt with immediately, as their stings last much longer than normal Underling-class Swarms. The Mold Wall is much like the Rock Wall; it does not directly attack players, but instead summons Fungi-class Devouring Earth along with Boss-class Greater Devoured. Take care of them quickly, until there are only Fungi left, then attack the wall.

Along the way players may have collected the unique Inspiration, Ambrosia. This Inspiration is essential for the final part of the task, as it protects from the substantial damage from Crystal Titan. Try to collect as much as you can (look for three or more per player) because each Inspiration only lasts 60 seconds. Alternatively, players may have stockpiled Defense Inspirations instead in order to reach the 45% defense Soft Cap, and rely on that instead of taking damage. Bear in mind Monster-class enemies (which the Crystal Titan falls into) get slight bonuses for accuracy, even with Soft Cap working against them.

The Crystal Titan itself is in a huge chamber with a large lake, atop a central island with ramps spiraling up the sides. At the far end of the room are the four captured heroes that form part of the mission objectives. The heroes, once freed, do not need to be led out of the mission, or even survive. Between the players and captured heroes, lies the Crystal Titan along with literally hundreds of crystal-based Devouring Earth enemies. Players should use travel powers to find the captured heroes and save them first.

Players may also choose to clear out the room of Devouring Earth, as they will be aggroed by any attack on the Crystal Titan, or ignore them and hope to defeat the Crystal Titan as fast as possible.

Once players start their assault on the Crystal Titan, players should use Ambrosia or other Inspirations as required, as the Titan will attack anyone within its large range . Each Ambrosia will only last one minute, so renew as necessary. Depending on team makeup, the battle may be fast (within a minute), or slow (more than five minutes).

Once the Crystal Titan is defeated, Titan Shards will be spawned. They are fairly dangerous by themselves and Ambrosia provides no damage resistance to them.

Players can then pick either 7 reward merits or a Titan Enhancement (level 40-43).

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