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Condition Soulbeast Gameplay Guide

Published Oct 30, 2022 Updated Aug 28, 2024
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Bristleback and Warthog are quite similar in overall damage output. Bristleback offers noticably more burst and fits the profile of this build, which is why it is the recommended option.

Whenever Breakbars need to be dealt with, it is recommended to choose Warthog. Note that Warthog's should be left on-demand for Breakbars.

Ideally you have allies nearby that are hitting your target when activating and , but it's also important not to delay the burst combo.

During short split phases, it can be a good idea to stay on the Axe + Torch set in order to burst faster. Do note that more damage on split phases will contribute to overall faster boss kills.

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General Soulbeast Tips

Hybrid Soulbeast is mostly a Condition oriented build, but is exceptionally good at this encounter for providing a lot of Power damage burst as well.

Try to stick close to Vale Guardian at all times as it moves quickly and has a small hitbox. Be reactive when you see appear to avoid getting teleported.

Since Vale Guardian has lower Armor, the rotation should be executed as fast as possible to maximize Power damage.

Split Phase

Go to Red Guardian unless there are already a few players there. Finish off its Breakbar with to be ready in the correct weapon set for the next phase.

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General Soulbeast Tips

Bristleback can be beneficial here as with many other encounters, but contributing to the Breakbar should always be a higher priority.

As there is no inherent safety against , make sure to Dodge if there is no Stability. Also be sure to step out of Ghastly Prison, even if it means cancelling .

Breakbar Phase

Use without interrupting your burst. will likely align with the Breakbar, but do not delay it unless you know it is about to come up.

Split Phase

Use to slow down Charged Souls.

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General Soulbeast Tips

Sabetha will teleport away from the platform frequently. Make sure to burst quickly whenever she is present. You can burst each of the other primary targets once, but it may be a good idea to save the second burst until she returns for better cleave.

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General Soulbeast Tips

As a burst-oriented build, Hybrid Soulbeast can still perform decently on this encounter.

Stay in the Axe + Torch set if Slothasor is about to go Invulnerable before each Breakbar. Conditions can be applied as soon as the Breakbar appears, but gauge how fast the group can finish it off before bursting.

Breakbar Phase

Use and . Towards the end of the Breakbar, begin the burst rotation so that also contributes to the Breakbar. This allows for burst while Slothasor is standing still.

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General Soulbeast Tips

Hybrid Soulbeast can perform rather well despite not being a Power build.

If the group has high damage, or is going for many stacks of Compromised, conditions may be too slow to ramp up during the burn phase. It can be good to focus on Axe skills as they provide more direct damage.

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General Soulbeast Tips

Make sure to save for her Breakbar.

Use to Remove conditions from yourself and allies.

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General Soulbeast Tips

Always get in a safe position before starting the burst. Keep in mind that the player with Claim may want to move the boss around to deal with mechanics.

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General Soulbeast Tips

If you are able to time Unnatural Signet you can delay your burst until the effect is applied, since this build is focused on burst.

It should be easy to keep up damage even when having to move away from the boss. Find a safe position as to not trigger .

Split Phase

Stay on the Axe + Torch set unless the group is going to take a while before making it back to Deimos.

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General Soulbeast Tips

Dhuum should be a simple encounter where this build can deal a lot of damage. Take note of the timings for both and . The boss will usually not be moved outside of these mechanics.

Soul Split

Use to remove Torment from your party.

Stay on the Axe + Torch set until you can get close to Dhuum again. The cleave and range of Axe should make it easy to clear Deathlings in the meantime.

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General Soulbeast Tips

Hybrid Soulbeast is a great damage dealer at this encounter due to its high burst and consistent damage output.

It is certainly possible to move out with a Pillar after the main burst, but staying in Cardinal Adina's hitbox is ideal if you are afforded the opportunity.

Split Phase

has good damage and a short Cooldown, which is good for taking down Hand of Eruption or Hand of Erosion faster.

While can be used as an emergency Reflect, it is best saved for the boss phase.

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General Soulbeast Tips

This build will be able to output most of its burst before the Repulsion Field.

Breakbar Phase

Make sure to use , and on the Breakbar.

can optionally be used to boost Flash Discharge's Breakbar damage.

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General Soulbeast Tips

There should be plenty of time between phases to deal high damage with this build. There are not many things to consider as the build does not bring much special utility.

Warthog is taken to help with Breakbars.

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