Amon the Undying Boss (The Aitiascope)

Master the Amon the Undying boss fight in Final Fantasy XIV: Endwalker's The Aitiascope dungeon. Learn mechanics like Dark Forte, Thundaga Forte, and Curtain Call.

Stats / Weaknesses:

• Amon the Undying has numerous mechanics that require precise positioning and reaction.
• Vulnerability stacks are applied when hit by mechanics, increasing damage taken from subsequent attacks.

Phases:

1. Initial Phase: Amon begins with Dark Forte (Tankbuster), followed by Thundaga Forte (conal AoEs with currents), Strophe/Antistrophe (line AoEs from gates), Left/Right Firaga Forte (cleaves), and Eruption Forte (large circle AoE).
2. Curtain Call: Amon's ultimate attack. It starts with two Eruption Fortes, then Shiva appears at 50% cast to drop ice crystals. Players must hide behind these crystals to survive the instant KO.
3. Post-Curtain Call: Amon may summon two gates during Strophe, requiring more careful positioning for dual line AoEs. Curtain Call remains the primary threat.

Strategy:

• Dark Forte: Tanks must use Shields and defensive cooldowns.
• Thundaga Forte: Observe the conal AoE currents. Stand on the slower current first, then switch to the faster one after it resolves.
• Strophe and Antistrophe: Initially, one gate appears. Stand to the sides to avoid the line AoEs. Later in the fight, two gates may appear, requiring more precise safe spots.
• Left/Right Firaga Forte: Be aware of Amon's left and right, not your camera's perspective, to dodge the cleaves.
• Entr’acte: This is an arena-wide attack. Heal through it and use Shields if necessary. Avoiding other mechanics will reduce its impact due to Vulnerability stacks.
• Eruption Forte: Move out of the large circle AoE marker promptly.
• Curtain Call: Avoid the initial Eruption Fortes. When Shiva appears, move behind the ice crystals she creates before the cast finishes to survive the instant KO.
• General Tips: Pay close attention to Amon's attack patterns and cast bars. Effective positioning and timely use of defensive abilities are crucial for survival. Avoiding all mechanics is key to minimizing damage from Entr’acte.