The arrival of FFXIV’s new deep dungeon, Eureka Orthos, is one of the most exciting parts of patch 6.35 for FFXIV, as the roguelike-inspired spin on the MMORPG offers some of the most unique experiences in Final Fantasy 14. While It can be quite daunting, one of the best players in this mode has shared some useful Eureka Orthos tips and tricks to help you get through one of the toughest dungeons in FFXIV.
“Angelus Demonus” is a FFXIV Deep Dungeon Specialist and recently showcased this mode during the AGDQ 2023 Speed Event. He also soloed “Palace of the Dead” and “Heaven on High” in all 19 assignments; quite an amazing feat, considering that Purge alone can take over a dozen hours for a single attempt, and is considered one of the hardest challenges in the entire game.
“I definitely find my astrologer clearing the Palace of the Dead, which I’m proud of,” Angelus told the FFXIV Community Team, citing “almost 5-6 months of travel after 19+ attempts to get that clear.” like his last solo. . clear for PotD. He recounts some of his most heartbreaking moments, like accidentally jumping into a seductive trap on the 193rd floor while playing as a dragon. “I had a good laugh about it, even though it meant about 12 hours of climbing 193 stories fell apart haha.”
So what does Angelus Demonus recommend for those new to solo deep dungeons? Community resources top the list, from written guides like Maygi’s Palace of the Dead guide to Angelus’ own YouTube channel that includes full live tutorials. But also: “Do the work that gives you the most pleasure! You have a long road ahead of you for your first solo title; it would be so much more fun to do it your way.
It also stresses the importance of being prepared to fail. Speaking specifically about Eureka Orthos, he notes that “the number of enemies that can kill you with a single shot is insane, and I feel like this deep dungeon requires a lot more knowledge than hoping you can react pretty quickly with more knowledge. In.” Therefore, learning is the most important thing, although even if you have a strategy, you still need to execute it almost perfectly to survive.
Aside from the level of sophistication, Angelus notes that “a remarkable amount of care and thought has gone into the design of the Eureka Orthos.” He says the design of the caves reminds him of the Palace of the Dead, but “it looks so pretty with the different colors of glass and the bright lighting.” To top it off, he gives a special nod to the music, noting a moment where a muted version of “Tumbling Down” plays, making it seem like the players above Eureka Orthos are fighting Cerberus in a Crystal alliance raid. Tower.
Angelus Demonus concludes by saying, “The solo deep dungeon community is small but growing at an incredible rate. If you have any questions or need tips and strategies, the community is always ready to help and share as much information as possible. Good luck there!”
If you’re still not sure which FFXIV race to choose in Eureka Orthos, our handy guide will help you pick your favorite. If you prefer a slightly more leisurely pace, our FFXIV Island Sanctuary guide will help you make the most of the farming game’s side activities, which have proven to be one of the post-Endwalker highlights.
Source : PC Gamesn
