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Torment Stag Guide
Extended Torment Stag boss guide: phases, adds, Smite windows, and loot for Preludes 15.
Boss Context
Torment Stag anchors Soulframe's open-world boss loop in Preludes 15 — a spectral elk testing parry discipline and add control. Clears drop Tempers used in Talisman upgrades and gate ghost quest completion.
Phase Breakdown
Phase one: charge and parryable swipes — Tethren Smite focus. Phase two: duplicate clones — Sirin marks identify real stag. Phase three: enrage with tighter windows but higher Smite payoff. Oscelda handles revive-intensive shadow rains.
Recommended Composition
Four-player standard: Tethren DPS, Sirin debuff, Oscelda support, Ode Tempest or flex AoE. Consumables: heals, ghost resistance tonic, stamina pots for dodge learners.
Learning Path
Practice phase one solo before group enrage. Watch hoof telegraph colors — ghost-phase attacks need Nightfold active. Repeat weekly for loot tables per current lockout rules in patch notes.