Welcome to our comprehensive “FFXIV: Alexander: Gordias Raid Guide,” your ultimate companion to conquering one of Final Fantasy XIV’s most iconic raid series. Dive into the steam-powered labyrinth of Alexander and prepare to face its formidable mechanical foes. In this guide, we’ll break down each encounter, providing essential strategies and tips to vanquish the relentless Oppressor, formidable Faust, adaptive Living Liquid, intricate Manipulator, and finally, the enigmatic Alexander Prime. Get ready to enhance your raid prowess and lead your team to victory in this thrilling mechanical odyssey!

FFXIV: Alexander: Gordias Raid Guide#

Oppressor#

Welcome, Warriors of Light! Ready to face the mighty Oppressor in the Alexander: Gordias raid? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered with everything you need to know. This guide breaks down what to expect and how to conquer this formidable boss.

Setting the Stage#

The Oppressor is the first boss in the Alexander: Gordias raid. It’s a large mechanical foe that will test your raid group’s coordination and awareness. The fight includes a mix of tank mechanics, high damage phases, and key positioning requirements.

Key Mechanics#

1. Double Drill Cannons

   • What it does: The Oppressor targets the main tank with a powerful frontal attack. Tanks should use cooldowns to mitigate the damage.
   • What to do: Tanks, face Oppressor away from the group. Healers, be prepared to top off the tank immediately after the attack.

2. Catch Mecha-Rats

   • What it does: Summons adds called Mecha-Rats that head towards each tower in the arena.
   • What to do: DPS should quickly take out the Mecha-Rats before they reach the towers. Healers and tanks can assist if DPS is lacking.

3. Sonic Howl

   • What it does: A raid-wide AoE attack that deals moderate damage to everyone.
   • What to do: Healers need to prepare AoE heals for the team. Everyone should pop a defensive cooldown if they have one.

4. Oppressor 0.5

   • What it does: At 50% health, Oppressor spawns a duplicate of itself, commonly called Oppressor 0.5.
   • What to do: Split the team to handle both Oppressors. Tanks should grab their respective Oppressor and position them apart to avoid overlapping attacks.

The Dance#

Here’s how you should navigate the dance of Oppressor’s key mechanics:

• Phase 1 (100%-50%):

  • Focus on keeping Oppressor turned away from the group.
  • Deal with Mecha-Rats quickly.
  • Heal through Sonic Howl and prep for the transition to Phase 2.

• Phase 2 (50%-0%):

  • Split the raid into balanced groups to handle both Oppressor and Oppressor 0.5.
  • Tanks keep the bosses separated.
  • Don’t get complacent with adds—keep eliminating Mecha-Rats.
  • Mitigation is crucial; make sure healers are aware of both Sonic Howls and tank busters.

Frequently Asked Questions#

Q: What if our DPS is struggling with Mecha-Rats?#

A: If DPS can’t keep up, tanks and healers should help out. Use quick skills to whittle down their health.

Q: How do we know when Oppressor 0.5 is coming?#

A: Oppressor 0.5 appears when Oppressor’s health reaches 50%. You can’t miss it—prepare to split and manage two bosses.

Q: What if we keep wiping to Sonic Howl?#

A: Make sure all players are using defensive cooldowns and healers are on top of their AoE heals. Adjust your team’s position to maximize healing range.

Final Tips#

• Communicate: Keep clear communication, especially during Phase 2.
• Cooldowns: Use them smartly. Tanks, don’t be shy to rotate your cooldowns for drill cannons and add phases.
• Practice makes perfect: The fight can be chaotic, especially with two bosses. Keep at it, learn the mechanics, and soon Oppressor will be a rusted heap at your feet.

Good luck, and happy raiding!

FFXIV: Alexander: Gordias Raid Guide#

Faust#

So, you’ve stepped into Alexander: Gordias and you’re facing the first real challenge: Faust. This guy is a DPS check boss, meaning he’s here to make sure your group can pump out enough damage before you move on to the real fight. Let’s break down this encounter so you can smash through it with ease.

Setting Expectations#

• Role Requirements: Make sure you have the typical raid setup—two tanks, two healers, and four DPS.
• Positioning: Tanks in front, DPS and Healers in the back.

Overview of Abilities and Mechanics#

1. **Explosive Knuckle#

- This is a big punch aimed at the main tank. It deals massive physical damage, so healers need to keep an eye on the tank's health bar.

2. **Touchdown#

- Faust jumps up and crashes down, dealing high AoE damage. Everyone needs to be ready to heal up quickly after.

3. **Power Surge#

- Faust will buff himself, making his attacks hit harder. Tanks might want to pop cooldowns when this happens to make sure they don’t get chunked too hard.

4. **Adds#

- Throughout the fight, Faust will spawn small adds. DPS need to focus on these little guys to keep them from overwhelming the healers. Burn them down quickly before switching back to Faust.

Strategy Tips#

For Tanks#

• Stick to your tanking positions: Main tank holds Faust while the off-tank picks up any adds.
• Use your cooldowns wisely, especially when Faust uses Power Surge or right before Explosive Knuckle.

For Healers#

• Keep an eye on the tanks during Explosive Knuckle and Power Surge. These abilities can put a huge strain on tank health.
• Be ready for burst AoE healing after Touchdown. It’s a raid-wide AoE that can catch you off guard.

For DPS#

• Burn down the spawn adds ASAP. They can get out of control and wipe the raid if left unchecked.
• Maintain high DPS on Faust. Remember, he’s a DPS check—a steady flow of damage is key here.

Team Coordination#

To nail this fight, everyone needs to be on the same page. Communication is crucial. Here are some quick pointers for team coordination:

• Call Out Buffs: Tanks should announce when they’re using major cooldowns, so healers can time their heals.
• Adds Focus: DPS should call out when they switch to adds so everyone focuses them down quickly.
• Cooldown Rotations: Plan out when raid-wide cooldowns and buffs are being used for maximum efficiency during the encounter.

Recap and Moving Forward#

Once Faust is down, pat yourselves on the back because you’ve just cleared the first major hurdle in Alexander: Gordias. This encounter sets the pace for all the mechanical footwork you’ll need in the next fights. Remember, communication and teamwork are your best friends here. Now, get ready for what’s next, because Alexander doesn’t pull any punches!

Happy raiding! 🎮🛡️

Living Liquid: A Test of Coordination and Awareness#

Alright, Warriors of Light, you’ve made it to Living Liquid! This encounter from the Alexander: Gordias raid is one of the trickiest in Final Fantasy XIV, but don’t worry. We’ve got your back. Here’s everything you need to know to make it through this liquid nightmare.

Phase 1: The Liquid Hand and Friends#

Living Liquid starts with just the boss, but brace yourselves. At 90% health, the boss will summon an extra hand called “Liquid Hand”. These two need to be tanked separately. Let your tanks know that both the boss and hand deal strong physical damage.

• Tanks: Pick up Living Liquid and Liquid Hand as soon as they appear. Swap them when one of you gets the “Fluid Swing” tank buster.
• Healers: Be prepared for heavy tank damage. Use cooldowns when the tank busters come out.
• DPS: Focus your attacks on Living Liquid first and help bring it to 50% as fast as possible.

Here’s the key mechanic to note: “Fluid Strike” and “Hand of Pain”. If these abilities hit the same target twice in a row, it’s a wipe. Tanks should be vigilant in swapping targets.

Phase 2: Puddles and Proteans#

When the boss reaches 50% health, it transforms into Liquid Rage and spawns multiple puddles on the field. These puddles quickly turn into adds that need dealing with fast.

• All roles: Spread out to avoid overlap, as spawning adds in the same spot can be deadly.
• DPS: Burst down the adds quickly before they overwhelm the party.
• Healers: Each add detonation causes raid-wide damage. Be ready with AoE heals.

The Protean Wave mechanic kicks off here. It targets random players with lines of damage. Players should spread out in a fan shape to avoid hitting each other. Positioning is key!

Phase 3: Liquid Gaol Love#

When Living Liquid reaches 30% health, things get messier. The boss splits into two again: Living Liquid and Liquid Hand come back with a vengeance.

• Debuff Mechanics:
  • Fluid Gaol: Traps a player in a bubble. Leave a DPS with strong single-target damage to free them.
  • Cascade: Heavy damage plus the spread of debuffs. Handle Fluid Hand and Living Liquid carefully.

Flexing with final phase: The Processor#

At 10% health, the real insanity begins as the Liquid becomes “Liquid Processing.” In this form, it combines earlier mechanics with added unpredictability.

Both Liquid entities start casting “Embolus”, which spawns large moving orbs that must be kited away from the group.

• Tanks: Maintain control and manage kite paths.
• DPS: Prioritize bringing down Liquid Processing before the room is swamped with Embolus.
• Healers: The latter phase is a healing check. Use potent heals, keep an eye on the tank and be ready to pop cooldowns.

Tips for Success#

• Communication is Key: Ensure all players call out when they’re targeted by critical mechanics like Gaol and Protean Wave.
• Proper Positioning: Correctly spreading for Protean prevents unnecessary damage and keeps the team healthier.
• Cooldown Management: Coordinate defensive cooldowns, especially through Cascade and tank swaps.

With these strategies, you’ll be able to tackle Living Liquid without feeling like you’re drowning in mechanics. Get in there and show that boss who’s the real boss!

FFXIV: Alexander: Gordias Raid Guide#

The Manipulator#

Alright, adventurers! You’ve made it deep into the Alexander: Gordias raid. Now it’s time to face the Manipulator, the final boss of this section. This mech isn’t messing around, so let’s dive into how to take it down.

The Basics#

Level: 60
Item Level Requirement: 170+
Party Setup: 2 Tanks, 2 Healers, 4 DPS

Manipulator has a lot of mechanics to handle, so everyone needs to stay on their toes. Communication and positioning are key here.

Phase 1: Right Hand#

As soon as Manipulator’s health drops below 100%, it will summon an add called Right Hand. Tanks should immediately grab this and keep it away from the group. Right Hand does a frontal cleave attack called Hand of Pain – so keep it faced away from the party to avoid unnecessary damage.

Key Attacks:

• Hand of Pain: Frontal cleave. Tanks need to face this away from everyone else.
• Swindler’s Wainscot: Random AoE circles on the ground. Avoid these!

Phase 2: Left Hand#

Once Right Hand is down, you’ll deal with Left Hand. Similar tactics apply here. The big attack to watch out for is Hand of Parting, which causes knockback. Positioning is key to avoid getting knocked into danger zones.

Key Attacks:

• Hand of Parting: Knockback attack. Everybody needs to position themselves to avoid being pushed into hazards.

Phase 3: Adds and More Adds#

With both hands down, Manipulator will summon Additional Adds. They come in waves, and it’s crucial to manage them quickly to avoid being overwhelmed.

Key Adds:

• Shockwave Pulsars: These will cast Power Surge, which increases their stats. Prioritize killing these first!
• Electrochargers: Cast Electric Discharge, targeting random players with chain lightning. Players should spread out when these are active.

Final Phase: Manipulator Himself#

After the adds are defeated, it’s time to finish off the Manipulator. He will continue to use the mechanics from the previous phases but with increased frequency. Stay alert and dodge AoEs. The tanks will need to keep swapping aggro due to the Photon attack, which reduces health to 1 HP.

Key Attacks:

• Photon: Reduces tank’s HP to 1. Tanks need to swap aggro after this and healers need to top them off quickly.
• Wave Cannons: Large line AoEs. Dodge these or get hit for massive damage.
• Double Rocket Punch: Instant kill if not mitigated. Tanks need to use cooldowns and swap immediately after the hit.

Quick Tips for Success#

1. Stay spread out during the adds phase to avoid chain lightning damage.
2. Tanks should be communicative and prepared to swap aggro when needed.
3. Watch your positioning especially during knockback attacks and AoEs.
4. Focus DPS during the adds phase to avoid getting overwhelmed.

And remember, it’s all about staying cool under pressure. Keep these mechanics in mind, communicate with your team, and the Manipulator will fall. Good luck out there, Warriors of Light!

Alexander Prime: A Comprehensive Guide#

So, you’re ready to face Alexander Prime in Final Fantasy XIV. This is the final boss of the Alexander: Gordias raid series, and it’s not an easy task. Don’t worry, though—we’ve got all the details you’ll need to take down this mechanical menace in style.

The Basics#

Before diving into the fight, make sure your team is prepared. Communication and positioning are crucial here.

• Roles: 2 tanks, 2 healers, 4 DPS
• Item Level: Aim for at least i170 to make sure you aren’t too squishy.

Phase 1: The Warm-Up#

The fight starts off with Alexander Prime using relatively simple attacks:

Almighty Judgment: This is a heavy-hitting tank buster. Make sure the main tank uses their cooldowns, and healers should be ready to throw in some big heals.

Divine Spear: Random raid members will be targeted with purple markers. You’ll need to spread out to avoid overlapping damage.

Holy Bleed: This is an unavoidable AoE attack that does damage to the entire raid. Healers, get ready to AoE heal everyone up.

Phase 2: A Bit More Chaotic#

Things get a lot more interesting in this phase:

Chastening Heat: Targets a random player with a huge beam attack, leaving behind a fire puddle. The targeted player should run to the edge of the arena to drop the puddle safely away from the raid.

Broken World: This ability splits the arena into safe zones and danger zones. Make sure to move to the designated safe spot quickly.

Divine Judgement Volts: This attack places two large AoEs on the ground that explode after a short time. Move out of these to avoid taking damage.

Phase 3: Watch Your Step#

Alexander Prime introduces more mechanics here, and they come at you fast:

Sacrament: A giant cross-shaped AoE that covers most of the arena. The safe zones are pretty small, so make sure to position yourself properly to avoid it.

Ancient Quaga: A mega-AoE that deals massive damage to the entire raid. Healers, you’ll need to time your mitigation abilities and healing cooldowns to keep everyone alive.

Temporal Stasis: This freezes all players in time, then releases you in the exact position you were in when it started. Shortly after, Alexander follows up with several mechanics in quick succession. Remember where you were and dodge accordingly once the stasis ends.

Final Phase: The Big Finish#

Alexander Prime really ramps it up now. All previous mechanics will repeat with some added twists.

Mega Holy: This deals extremely high raid-wide damage. Healers should use all available cooldowns and mitigate damage as much as possible.

Almighty Judgment (Upgraded): This powerful tank buster now leaves a damage-over-time effect on the main tank. Use tank swaps to manage the debuff.

Divine Spear and Holy Bleed (Upgraded): These will occur more frequently now, putting extra pressure on your healers and requiring fast reactions from everyone.

Tips and Tricks#

• Communicate: Make sure you’re calling out mechanics and positioning in voice chat if possible.
• Cooldowns: Tanks and healers should coordinate their cooldowns to mitigate as much damage as possible, especially during Almighty Judgment and Mega Holy.
• Positioning: Pay attention to your position relative to the boss and other players. Missteps can be fatal here.

Now you’re ready to take on Alexander Prime and bring home that sweet, sweet loot. Good luck, Warriors of Light, and may the Echo be with you!