Round 4: Seht’s Flywheel – The Control Guardian
Overview
The Control Guardian is one of the easiest fights in the Maelstrom Arena but can be dangerous if you don’t move correctly. The boss alternates between two simple phases – moving and standing still. Knowing when to stay close and when to move away is all that matters.
Mechanics
Movement Phase – When the boss is moving, it emits high shock damage around itself. The only safe spot during this time is directly under the boss. Stay underneath it at all times while it’s moving to avoid taking any damage.
Standstill Phase – When the boss stops, get out from underneath it immediately. The area beneath the boss becomes extremely dangerous, and it will also fire projectiles around the room that land where you stand. Keep moving and avoid the incoming blasts.
Add Waves – Each time the boss stops, a Spider Dwemer and a Sphere Dwemer will spawn. Kill these quickly to prevent unnecessary damage or confusion during the next phase.
Sentries – Additional Dwemer Sentries appear throughout the fight. Deal with them fast or they will enrage, gain a damage shield, and fill the room with more area attacks.
Tips & Strategy
- Stay underneath: You are completely safe while the boss is moving.
- Back away: The ground under the boss becomes lethal when it stops.
- Kill adds fast: Don’t let Spider or Sphere Dwemer pile up.
- Use synergies: The healing chalice is a life-saver if your health dips.