In Eternal Strands, the acquisition of powerful Weave Strands and high-tier loot is normally contingent upon victorious boss fights. And each boss fight presents a unique puzzle, requiring strategic thinking and skillful execution to expose and harvest the boss’s vulnerable locus point. This guide breaks down each boss fight, detailing the specific steps to dismantle armor, exploit weaknesses, and ultimately claim the rewards for a successful harvest. From towering titans to agile aerial predators, learning the intricacies of each battle is essential for any aspiring Eternal Strands adventurer.
Harvest All Bosses Weave Strand
All boss locus points must be harvested in Eternal Strands to obtain powerful Weave Strands and Legendary loot. Each boss is different, with a unique challenge that requires specific strategies to expose and harvest their vulnerable locus. From dismantling armor on the Ark of the Stricken Earth to strategically damaging the wings of flying bosses like the Ashpeak Drake and Highland Iceclaw, players must learn and adapt to each encounter. Successfully harvesting all boss locus points not only grants access to valuable resources but also unlocks the “Shining in Every Hue” achievement, marking a true mastery of the game’s combat system.
Ark Of The Stricken Earth
Ark of the Stricken Earth is the first boss you’ll face in Eternal Strands. However, in this initial encounter, the Titan is in a weakened state, serving as a way to introduce players to the game’s mechanics.
To defeat Ark of the Stricken Earth, you must first expose its locus point, which is hidden beneath its chest plate. This requires dismantling the Titan’s armor by removing six rivets securing the chest plate.
How to Remove the Armor of the Ark Of The Stricken Earth
- Climb the Titan – Make your way onto the massive creature, navigating toward its upper body.
- Destroy the Rivets –
- Four rivets are located on the shoulder pads.
- Two are hidden inside the chest plate.
- Expose the Locus – Once all six rivets are removed, the chest plate will come off, revealing the Titan’s locus point.
How to Harvest the Weave Strand of the Ark Of The Stricken Earth
With the locus exposed, approach it and begin the harvesting process. This will weaken the Titan further, bringing you closer to victory. Stay alert, as the boss may still attempt to resist even in this vulnerable state.
Ashpeak Drake
Ashpeak Drake is a powerful, fire-type flying boss vulnerable to ice-based attacks and abilities. To defeat it, you’ll need to expose its locus point, which only appears when the boss is in flight.
How to Expose the Locus Point of Ashpeak Drake
- Target One Wing – Start by damaging one of its wings to limit its mobility.
- Be careful! If you damage both wings, the boss will be grounded, and the locus point will remain hidden.
- Avoid the Barrel Roll – If neither wing is destroyed, the Drake will perform a barrel roll when you climb on top, making it harder to stay mounted.
- Destroy the Horns –
- Mount the Drake’s head and break two horns on its head.
- Then, destroy two more horns on its neck.
- Wait for Takeoff – Once the horns are destroyed, latch onto its back and wait for the Drake to take flight. The locus point will only be revealed while it’s airborne.
How to Harvest the Weave Strand of Ashpeak Drake
Once the locus point is exposed mid-flight, position yourself carefully and begin harvesting it before the Drake has a chance to shake you off. Stay focused and use your abilities strategically to finish the battle.
Rewards:
- Weave Strand: Dragon’s Breath
- Legendary Item Drop: Dragon Scale
Brenning Glasstail
Brenning Glasstail is a formidable foe covered in thick fur and ice crystals. To harvest its locus point, you’ll need to weaken it first by removing these defenses.
How to Expose the Locus Point of Brenning Glasstail
- Burn Off the Fur – Use Dragon’s Breath or nearby environmental fire sources to burn away the fur on its head.
- Destroy the Ice Crystals – Attack and shatter all the ice crystals on Glasstail’s body. Doing so will also drop Blackshard Crystals as a reward.
- Bait the Mid-Range Attack – Stand at mid-range and lure Glasstail into attacking.
- It will leap forward in an attempt to grab you.
- Dodge at the right moment to stun the boss, leaving it vulnerable.
How to Harvest the Weave Strand of Brenning Glasstail
Once stunned, climb onto Glasstail’s head and begin harvesting the locus point before it recovers. Be quick and precise to secure your rewards.
Rewards:
- Weave Strand: Ice Wall
- Legendary Item Drop: Glass Tail Fur
Highland Iceclaw
The Highland Iceclaw is a massive, ice-type flying boss with harvesting mechanics similar to Ashpeak Drake. Its locus point is only accessible while it’s in flight, so careful strategy is required.
How to Expose the Locus Point of Highland Iceclaw
- Damage One Wing – Attack and weaken only one of its wings to keep it airborne.
- Avoid damaging both wings, or it will be grounded, preventing the locus from appearing.
- Unlike Ashpeak Drake, Iceclaw won’t perform a barrel roll as long as one wing is intact, making it safer to stay on.
- Crack Both Claws – Target and damage both of its claws until they visibly crack, signaling that you’re making progress.
- Climb Onto the Bird – Once the claws are weakened, mount the Highland Iceclaw and navigate to its back.
How to Harvest the Weave Strand of Highland Iceclaw
With the Iceclaw still in flight, move toward its locus point on its back and begin harvesting before it has a chance to shake you off. Stay balanced and act quickly to secure your rewards.
Rewards:
- Weave Strand: Frost Mine
- Legendary Item Drop: Iceclaw Full Grain
Ark Of The Living Flame
Ark of the Living Flames is a towering boss with multiple circular points that must be destroyed to reveal its locus point.
How to Expose the Locus Point of Ark Of The Living Flame
- Target the Circular Points – Look for the five circular weak points located on:
- Two behind its feet
- One near the left elbow
- One on the chest
- One at the top of its staff
- Destroy the Plates – Inside these points, you’ll find Refined Seranite.
- Use ranged attacks for safer destruction or melee attacks if you prefer close combat.
- Extinguish the Hat Flame – Once all plates are destroyed, the flames on its hat will go out, signaling that the locus point is now accessible.
How to Harvest the Weave Strand of Ark Of The Living Flame
With the flame extinguished, climb onto Ark of the Living Flames’ hat and begin harvesting the locus point before it reignites. Be quick to secure your rewards.
Rewards:
- Weave Strand: Ember’s Servant
- Legendary Item Drop: Cinder-Infused Lining
Rehnland Sledgewyrm
Rehnland Sledgewyrm has the most straightforward harvesting process in Eternal Strands. To reveal its locus point, you simply need to destroy its glowing frills when it charges up for an attack.
How to Expose the Locus Point of Rehnland Sledgewyrm
- Target the Glowing Frills – The Sledgewyrm’s frills will light up before it attacks. Destroy them to weaken the creature.
- Frills are located on:
- All four legs
- Its back
- Its tail, which has three separate sections (be sure to break them all).
- Frills are located on:
- Reveal the Locus – Once all frills are destroyed, the locus point will appear on the tail.
How to Harvest the Weave Strand of Rehnland Sledgewyrm
Simply interact with the locus point on its tail to harvest it. Since this boss doesn’t require climbing or complex mechanics, it’s a quick and easy harvesting process.
Rewards:
- Weave Strand Upgrade: Weaver’s Grasp
- Legendary Resource: Iron Leather
Ark Of The Forge
This powerful enemy requires strategic armor removal and precise timing to expose its locus point. Be prepared for its Berserk Mode, where it becomes most vulnerable.
How to Expose the Locus Point of Ark Of The Forge
- Remove the Shoulder Armor – Climb onto its left shoulder and locate the two clasps holding the armor in place:
- One clasp is on the front.
- The other is on the back.
- Destroy both clasps to remove the armor.
- Trigger Berserk Mode – The boss will glow red when it enters Berserk Mode, signaling an increase in power and aggression.
- Wait for the Hammer Slams – During this phase, it will slam its hammer into the ground three times.
- Destroy the Cores – On the third slam, quickly destroy the four cores surrounding the hammer. This will reveal the locus point.
How to Harvest the Weave Strand of Ark Of The Forge
Once the locus is exposed, climb onto its shoulder and harvest it before the boss regains control. Timing is key, so act fast to secure your rewards.
Rewards:
- Weave Strand Upgrade: Molten Barrage
Ark Of The Winter Tide
Ark of the Winter Tide is heavily covered in ice armor, and destroying it in the correct order is the key to revealing its locus point. Be quick, as the ice regenerates, especially on its hands.
How to Expose the Locus Point of Ark Of The Winter Tide
- Break the Ice Armor in Order – Start by destroying the armor on its legs first.
- Leave the Hands for Last – Work your way up, but avoid breaking the armor on the hands too soon.
- The ice on the hands regenerates the fastest, so you’ll need to destroy it right before moving in for the harvest.
- Be Swift – If you take too long, the ice may reform, forcing you to break it again.
- Destroying All the Armor – Once all the ice armor is shattered, the locus point will be revealed.
How to Harvest the Weave Strand of Ark Of The Winter Tide
When the locus is exposed, jump up onto the boss and start grabbing it before the ice reform takes place. This requires quick timing and speed to get the reward.
Rewards:
- Weave Strand: Winter Gauntlet
Surgeborn Herald
The Surgeborn Herald can only be defeated by harvesting its locus point, making this battle a test of both strategy and mobility. You’ll need to remove its armor, use environmental abilities to climb, and restrain its movements to succeed.
How to Expose the Locus Point of Surgeborn Herald
- Destroy the Armor – Before anything else, break away its armor to weaken the boss.
- Freeze the Gaseous Parts – Use Ice Wall to solidify the Herald’s gaseous body, making it climbable.
- Use Kinetic Stream for Mobility – This ability can launch you onto the boss, helping you move into position.
- Reveal the Locus – Once all the armor is gone, the locus point will appear on its face.
- Restrain the Free Arm – The boss will attempt to swap its sword between hands.
- Use Ice Wall to freeze the free arm, either pinning it to the ground or binding it to its own body.
- If the arm is not restrained, it will pull you away when you attempt to harvest.
How to Harvest the Weave Strand of Surgeborn Herald
With the locus exposed and the free arm restrained, use Kinetic Stream to float toward its face. Quickly interact with the locus point before the Herald can break free.
Rewards
- Legendary Loot: Elder Husks and Emerald Lucent
- Weave Strand Upgrade: Kinetic Stream
- Achievement: Shining in Every Hue (earned after harvesting all boss locus points)
