Sentinel of Rkugamz – Darkshade Caverns I Boss

Overview

Sentinel of Rkugamz is the final boss encountered in Darkshade Caverns I . This boss has several different mechanics depending on which colour it changes to during the fight, so the group needs to pay attention and react accordingly.

The tank should keep the boss controlled while the group watches its colour changes. The Sentinel can switch between different attacks, including a powerful spinning phase, while Dwarven spiders can enter the fight and heal the boss if they are allowed to reach it.

Mechanics

Colour Changes – The Sentinel of Rkugamz changes colour throughout the fight, and the colour tells you what type of mechanic is coming next. Pay attention to the boss rather than simply attacking it, because each change requires a different reaction from the group.

Red Phase – When the Sentinel turns red, it becomes aggressive and focuses on attacking its target. The tank should maintain control of the boss and be ready to block its incoming attacks while keeping it positioned safely for the rest of the group.

Green Phase – When the Sentinel turns green, Dwarven spiders will enter the fight. These spiders can heal the boss if they are allowed to get close enough to it.

Keep the Sentinel away from the healing spiders and kill them as quickly as possible. If the spiders reach the boss and begin healing it, allowing them to remain there will simply restore health and extend the fight.

Blue Phase / Spin – When the Sentinel turns blue, it will begin its spinning attack. During this mechanic the boss spins around the room and can deal a LOT of damage to anyone caught by it.

Do NOT chase the boss while it is spinning. Pay attention to where it is moving and stay out of its path. The group should concentrate on staying alive until the mechanic has finished rather than trying to remain underneath the boss for damage.

The tank cannot simply hold the Sentinel still during this mechanic, so everyone needs to watch the boss themselves. Give it space, avoid the Spin and reposition once it has finished.

The Sentinel will continue changing between these behaviours throughout the fight. Watch its colour, react to the mechanic that follows and make sure the healing spiders are never allowed to freely restore the boss's health.

Tips & Strategy

• Tank: Keep the Sentinel controlled and away from the healing spiders whenever they appear.
• DPS: Kill the healing spiders quickly and prioritise staying safe during the Spin.
• Healer: Watch the boss's colour changes and keep the group covered as the mechanics change.
• Everyone: Watch the colour of the Sentinel, stay clear of the Spin and do not allow the spiders to heal the boss.