Abyss Kraken Quest (March 2026) Ultimate Beginner Guide

Updated by Sunny Kaushik
February 10, 2026
Gaming

So, you’ve finally reached the endgame, and the deep sea is calling your name. The Abyss Kraken is widely considered one of the most challenging hurdles in the current meta, testing not just your gear, but your patience, your rotation, and your team’s ability to communicate. I’ve spent the last week diving into the abyss, dying more times than I’d like to admit, to bring you the most comprehensive guide on how to finish these quests.

In this article, I’m going to walk you through every single quest in the Abyss Kraken chain, from the initial scouting missions to the final showdown with the beast itself. Whether you’re here for the loot, the glory, or just to clear your quest log, I’ve got you covered. We’ll cover the prerequisites, the step-by-step walkthrough, and the advanced strategies you need to master this content.

Before we dive deep, here is a quick overview of the quest chain you are about to face:

Quest Chain Overview

Quest Name	Type	Main Objective	Recommended Level
Echoes of the Deep	Exploration	Find the Abyssal Entrance	Level 80+
Baiting the Beast	Gathering	Collect 30 Deep-Sea Essence	Level 80+
The Sunken Armada	Dungeon	Clear the Sunken Ruins	Level 85+
Call of the Kraken	Boss Fight	Defeat the Abyss Kraken	Level 90+
Master of the Tides	Challenge	Defeat Kraken on Hard Mode	Level 90+

Prerequisites and Preparation

Before you even think about stepping foot in the Abyss, you need to make sure you are prepared. This isn’t content you can just brute force with under-leveled gear. Based on the latest data from the community and official 2026 patch notes, here is what you need to have ready.

Gear and Stats

The Abyss Kraken deals massive Hydro damage and applies a “Crushing Pressure” debuff.

Resistance: Aim for at least 40% Hydro Resistance.
Defense: Your Defense stat should be above the soft cap for your class to survive the tentacle slams.
Damage Per Second (DPS): The enrage timer for the Kraken is strict. You need a minimum Gear Score of 15,000 to attempt this comfortably.

Consumables

Don’t be stingy with potions. Here is the loadout I recommend:

Deep Sea Elixirs: Provides immunity to drowning effects.
Blast Powders: Essential for stunning the Kraken during its “Ink Cloud” phase.
High-Grade Health Potions: You will need at least 50.

Part 1: The Prelude Quests

The journey begins long before you see the boss. The first two quests are designed to unlock the dungeon and gather the necessary items to summon the monster.

Quest 1: Echoes of the Deep

This is an exploration quest. Many players get stuck here because the entrance is hidden.

Travel to the Southern Coast. Look for the shipwreck near coordinates (X: 450, Y: 720).
Interact with the Glowing Bottle. This triggers a cutscene.
Follow the Ghost Ship. Do not attack the ghosts; just follow the ship until it crashes into the reef.
Locate the Cave Entrance. It is behind the waterfall created by the crash.

Pro Tip: If you don’t see the Ghost Ship, you need to complete the previous regional story arc first. Check your quest log for “The Pirate’s Legacy.”

Quest 2: Baiting the Beast

Now that you know where the dungeon is, the game wants you to grind a bit. You need to collect 30 Deep-Sea Essences.

Where to farm: The best spot is the Coral Reef just outside the dungeon entrance.
Strategy: Pull groups of 3-4 mobs at once. They have low health but hit hard. Use AoE (Area of Effect) skills to clear them quickly.
Drop Rate: The drop rate is approximately 20%. Expect to spend about 30-40 minutes here depending on spawn competition.

Related Guide: If you are struggling with DPS, check out our Best DPS Builds 2026 to optimize your damage output.

Part 2: The Sunken Armada Dungeon

Once you have the essences, return to the quest giver to unlock The Sunken Armada. This is a 4-player dungeon that serves as the gauntlet before the boss.

Mechanics to Watch Out For

This dungeon introduces two mechanics that will appear again in the boss fight:

Current Shifts: The water flow changes direction every 60 seconds. Swimming against the flow slows your movement speed by 50%. Always swim with the current to traverse rooms quickly.
Pressure Plates: Some doors require two players to stand on plates simultaneously. Coordinate with your team.

Boss: The Drowned Admiral

This mini-boss teaches you how to handle the Kraken’s grab mechanics.

Attack Pattern: He will shout “Board the ship!” and charge a player.
Counter: When he charges, do not dodge backwards. Dodge sideways (strafe). If you get grabbed, a teammate must hit the glowing orb on the Admiral’s back to free you.

Part 3: The Main Event – Abyss Kraken Fight

This is what you came here for. The Abyss Kraken is a multi-phase fight that requires perfect execution. I’ve broken down each phase below so you know exactly what to do.

Phase 1: The Tentacle Garden (100% – 70% HP)

In this phase, the Kraken is submerged. You only see its tentacles.

Target: Focus on the glowing suckers on the tentacles.
Avoidance: Watch for the “Ink Sprays.” The Kraken will telegraph this by turning the ground black. Get out of the circle immediately.
Strategy: Don’t waste your ultimate cooldowns here. The Kraken takes reduced damage in this phase. Just whittle it down steadily.

Phase 2: The Emergence (70% – 40% HP)

The Kraken rises from the water. This is where the real fight begins.

New Mechanic: Hydro Pump. The Kraken targets a random player with a high-pressure water beam. This beam follows the player. Kite it around the arena to avoid other party members.
Adds: Small “Kraken Spawn” enemies will appear. Tanks must pick these up immediately. If they reach a healer, they explode.
DPS Window: When the Kraken rears up to slam the ground, it is stunned for 3 seconds. Unleash your burst damage here.

Need help controlling your character better? Read our guide on Improving Mechanical Skill in RPGs.

Phase 3: The Abyssal Vortex (40% – 0% HP)

The enrage phase. The arena shrinks as a vortex pulls you toward the center.

One-Shot Mechanic: The Kraken will suck everyone toward the center. You must spam your dodge roll to resist the pull.
The Grind: If you get pulled into the center mouth, you are instantly swallowed and killed.
Final Push: Save all your “Invincibility” buffs and “Resurrection” scrolls for this phase. It is a race against time.

Advanced Strategies and Pro Tips

Now that you know the mechanics, how do you actually beat it? Here are the advanced tips I learned from the top raiders on the Discord server and Reddit community.

1. The “Corner Strat”

For ranged DPS and Healers, position yourselves in the corners of the map during Phase 2. This minimizes the distance you have to run when the “Ink Cloud” covers the center of the arena. It gives you more time to DPS.

2. Interrupting the Ultimate

In Phase 3, the Kraken begins charging “Tsunami,” a wipe mechanic. You can actually interrupt this! The game allows for 3 interruptions during the fight. Save your stun skills (Shield Bash, Kick, etc.) strictly for this moment. It saves the raid from a guaranteed wipe.

3. Consumable Management

Don’t pop your “Blast Powder” at the start of the fight. Use it when the Kraken reaches 45% HP, right as Phase 3 starts. The stun gives you precious seconds to reposition without getting sucked into the vortex.

4. Class Specifics

Warriors/Tanks: Keep your shield up. The “Crush” debuff stacks; if it hits 5 stacks, you take double damage. Rotate defensive cooldowns.
Mages/Ranged: prioritize killing the adds in Phase 2. Do not attack the boss if adds are up.
Healers: Pre-shield the tank before the “Slam” attack in Phase 2. It hits harder than anything else in the game.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

After analyzing dozens of failed runs (and a few successful ones), here are the top reasons groups fail:

Greeding for Damage: DPS players often refuse to stop attacking to dodge mechanics. Dead DPS do zero damage. If you see the ink, move.
Ignoring Adds: In Phase 2, ignoring the small Kraken Spawns usually leads to the healer dying, which causes a chain wipe. Kill the adds first!
Wasting Cooldowns: Using your ultimate in Phase 1 is a waste. The boss has high damage reduction. Save it for Phase 2 or 3.
Poor Communication: If you are grabbed by a tentacle, call it out on voice chat. “I’m grabbed! Break me out!”

Rewards and Loot

Why go through all this trouble? The rewards for the Abyss Kraken are currently some of the best in the game as of March 2026.

Kraken’s Eye: A rare material used to craft the legendary Tier 3 weapons.
Abyssal Armor Set: Has a set bonus that increases your swimming speed and water resistance.
Gold: The boss drops approximately 5,000 gold per run, making it a decent money farm if you can speed-run it.

Check out our Gold Farming Guide 2026 for other ways to get rich.

Troubleshooting

Q: The quest giver isn’t giving me the quest.
A: Ensure you have completed the previous regional quest line, “Tides of War.” Also, check your inventory to ensure you don’t already have the quest item “Old Sea Chart” taking up a slot.

Q: I can’t see the Kraken in Phase 3.
A: This is a visual glitch. Lower your graphic settings to “Medium” or “Low” if the game becomes too laggy during the vortex effect.

Q: The Kraken keeps one-shotting me.
A: You are likely standing in the “Deep Sea Pressure” zone (the dark blue water on the ground). Move to the lighter “shallow” water to reduce incoming damage.

FAQ’s

How long does it take to finish the Abyss Kraken quest line?

It depends on your gear level and team. For an average player, it takes about 4-6 hours to complete the prerequisite quests and the dungeon. Learning the boss fight can take several days of attempts.

Can I solo the Abyss Kraken?

No. The quest “Call of the Kraken” requires a party of 4 players to enter the instance. The mechanics are designed around group coordination.

What happens if I die during the boss fight?

If you die, you can respawn outside the boss room and run back in, as long as at least one party member is still alive. However, if the entire party wipes, the boss resets to full HP.

Is the Abyss Kraken quest seasonal?

As of the 2026 roadmap, this is permanent endgame content. However, the rewards may be updated or buffed in future patches, so doing it now gives you a head start on the meta.

Do I need to do the dungeon every time I fight the Kraken?

No. Once you unlock the “Call of the Kraken” quest, you can enter the Kraken’s Lair directly via the portal at the Sunken Ruins entrance.

Conclusion

The Abyss Kraken is a true test of skill in 2026. It’s frustrating, difficult, and chaotic—but that feeling of victory when the beast finally sinks beneath the waves is unmatched. By following this guide, preparing your consumables, and communicating with your team, you’ll be finishing these quests in no time.

Good luck, adventurers, and may your loot rolls be legendary.