The Comprehensive Guide to Ttokrrone in Final Fantasy XIV

Introduction

Ttokrrone is a powerful raid boss introduced in Final Fantasy XIV: Shadowbringers. This guide will provide an in-depth overview of the encounter, including its mechanics, strategies, and rewards.

Mechanics

Phase 1

• Geas of the Rending Tail: Ttokrrone lunges at a random party member, dealing heavy damage.
• Volcanic Eruption: Eruptions occur randomly on the ground, dealing moderate damage and inflicting Vulnerability Up.
• Shadowmoon: A large orb spawns at the center of the arena, casting a shadow over the outer edges. Players must move into the shadow to avoid being petrified.
• Geas of the Wicked Eye: Ttokrrone fixes a gaze on a random party member, casting Apocalypse.

Phase 2

• Geas of the Hungry Maw: Ttokrrone summons a swarm of adds. Players must defeat these adds to remove the Geas.
• Scalding Bile: Ttokrrone vomits a stream of bile, dealing moderate damage and inflicting Vulnerability Up.
• Shadowmoon Orb: Similar to Phase 1, a Shadowmoon orb spawns, but this time it moves around the arena.
• Geas of the Blackened Wing: Ttokrrone creates a black wing that spins around the arena, damaging and knocking back players.

Phase 3

• Geas of the Final Sting: Ttokrrone's tail grows in size and deals heavy damage to players who touch it.
• Supernova: Ttokrrone charges up a massive explosion that covers the entire arena. Players must find safe spots behind pillars to avoid being killed.
• Shadowmoon Blast: The Shadowmoon orb explodes, petrifying all players who are not in the shadow.
• Geas of the Azure Fang: Ttokrrone summons a giant fang that targets random party members, dealing immense damage.

Strategies

• Positioning: Position the party in a way that allows for easy movement and avoidance of mechanics.
• Interrupting Apocalypse: Interrupting Apocalypse will significantly reduce its damage output.
• Dealing with Shadowmoon: Move into the shadow as soon as it appears to avoid petrification.
• Defeating Geas Adds: Focus on quickly defeating the Geas adds to remove the Geas from the targeted party member.
• Finding Safe Spots: Locate the safe spots behind pillars during Supernova and position party members accordingly.

Rewards

• Ttokrrone Earrings of Striking (Tank)
• Ttokrrone Earrings of Aiming (DPS)
• Gae Bolg (Weapon)
• Ttokrrone Minion

Tables

Table 1: Ttokrrone Damage Mitigation

Table 2: Ttokrrone Weaknesses

Table 3: Ttokrrone Drop Rates

Humorous Stories

Story 1:

A group of players were fighting Ttokrrone when one of the healers accidentally cast Cure on the boss instead of the tank. The tank, unaware of this, pulled the boss into the group, causing a party wipe.

Lesson: Always pay attention to your target when casting spells.

Story 2:

Another group of players were struggling with Shadowmoon. One of the players, in a panic, ran into the opposite shadow, getting petrified.

Lesson: Don't panic and always move into the correct shadow.

Story 3:

As a group of players were defeated by Supernova, one of them declared, "Well, that was fun. Let's do it again!"

Lesson: Even in defeat, there's always room for humor.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Standing in Volcanic Eruptions: These eruptions deal significant damage and can quickly stack up.
• Ignoring Geas Adds: Leaving the Geas adds alive will increase Ttokrrone's damage output.
• Not Interrupting Apocalypse: Apocalypse is a devastating spell that can wipe the party if not interrupted.
• Failing to Position Party Members Correctly: Incorrect positioning can make it difficult to avoid mechanics and can lead to party wipes.
• Not Using Safe Spots During Supernova: Supernova deals immense damage and can easily kill players who are not protected by safe spots.

FAQs

• What is the recommended item level for Ttokrrone? 520+
• How many players are required to fight Ttokrrone? 8
• Is Ttokrrone solo-able? No
• What is the best class composition for Ttokrrone? 2 tanks, 2 healers, 4 DPS
• Where can I find Ttokrrone? The Dying Gasp (Extreme)
• What are the best tips for defeating Ttokrrone? Coordinate with your party, interrupt Apocalypse, and manage the Geas adds effectively.
• What is the most important mechanic to watch out for? Supernova
• How long does the Ttokrrone fight typically take? 10-15 minutes