Fractal Guides
Fractals are 5 player instanced content where players face various encounters beset with random game-changing features. Fractals progress players from low-tier introductory content into a higher tier, much more difficult variants of the same maps. Agony resistance (attribute unique to this game mode) is required to progress to higher tiers of Fractals.
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What are Fractals? How do I get started? How do I progress? If you have any questions about Fractals this guide will aim to answer all of them!
Normal Modes
Map represents the first part of the attack on the hidden Aetherblade base in Lion's Arch as encountered during Living World Season 1.
First fractal containing only underwater content, including a final boss fight and some shape-shifting race-style sections.
Very quick boss fractal that represents the fight against Mai Trin from the hidden Aetherblade base as encountered during Living World Season 1.
The Chaos Fractal is the start of the Arkk NPC arc. This map, as the name suggests, is a mix of multiple other maps: Cliffside, Urban Battlefield, Snowblind, Uncategorized, Molten Furnace and Aetherblade
The fractal introduces a unique mechanic of carrying and using Cultist Hammer to progress through the map. Jumping skills might come in handy here.
Go treasure hunting with new allies and find out why the Deepstone Vault has been abandoned for centuries.
Map represents part of the limited time dungeon Molten Facility as encountered during Living World Season 1.
Map represents the first part of the attack on the Molten alliance Weapons facility during Living World Season 1.
Escape the cursed island that is the final resting place of the pirate queen Captain Arabella Crowe.
Traverse icy areas to confront legendary shapeshifting shaman. Movement-heavy fractal with some unique mechanics.
Explore the solid ocean and confront the Jade Maw within
Banish evil spirits from a dangerous swamp, make sure to bring a lot of movement skills and stability.
Play as an Asura trying to stabilize Thaumanova Reactor, a relatively easy and short fractal that benefits from some movement skills and teamwork.
Spearhead the assault on the oasis of Sunspear!
Ascend an unknown asuran structure floating around in the mists.
Delve deep into an underground Dredge facility.
Welcome to Fractal where knockbacks will be one of your main enemies. Relatively easy map, that can be punishing if you won't bring proper classes.
Go into the volcano to confront condition-heavy end boss, bring reflects and cleanses.
Second of Arkk storyline fractals, takes place within the Tower of Nightmares (Living World season 1) before it was destroyed.
The last part of the Arkk storyline takes place in the Shattered Observatory where Arkk has been messing with the mists.
Sunqua Peak should be a peaceful place, But something here is wounded, and the elemental spirits need your help to heal their home.
A new threat emerges in the aftermath of the Jade Wind. Captain Thess and his Serpent Clan salvage crew arrive at the wreck of a trade convoy that recently departed for the Harvest Temple. Their search for fellow Luxon survivors leads them beneath the petrified sea, unaware of the growing evil that awaits them.
Immediately following the foundation of the Astral Ward, Eparch finally returned to Tyria to strike back against Isgarren's "betrayal"–this time, with a full entourage. Help Isgarren, Mabon, and Dagda navigate the crumbling halls of the Wizard's Tower and push the Kryptis back where they came from.
Challenge Modes
First of Challenge Mode Fractals, fights rely heavily on stability and benefits from fast CC. Fights may seem chaotic for newcomers, but this guide will make it very easy.
Introduction to the Shattered Observatory Challenge Mode Fractal
The third Challenge Mode of fractals, introduces Ai a canthan sorcerer, mechanics are tougher and introduces an entirely new half to the fight
Skip straight to a punishing final boss fight in Silent Surf Challenge Mode, where mechanics hit harder, and precision is key. Coordination is crucial to survive the intense battle that awaits.
Lonely Tower Challenge Mode raises the stakes with tougher mechanics and new phases. Swift execution and precise orb management are essential to overcome the escalating challenges
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