Overview
World bosses are not solo content. This composition splits your group into three clear roles — tank, DPS, and support — so the boss focuses the tank while everyone else does their job uninterrupted.
Coordination beats raw power here. A disciplined raid with assigned roles will out-perform a bigger, disorganised blob every time.
Ships
Tank — holds boss aggro and eats the big hits.
DPS core — sustained damage on the boss.
Support — repairs and buffs the raid.
Modules by Slot
| Slot | Module | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Defense | Citadel Armor V | On the tank — survive boss alpha hits. |
| Weapon | Plasma Cannon IV | On DPS — high sustained hull damage. |
| Defense | Repair Nanites II | On support — keeps the tank alive. |
| Utility | Command Bridge IV | Fleet-wide coordination buff. |
Commander
Oryn's command bonuses lift the entire raid's output and survivability, which matters far more in a long boss fight than any single-ship specialist would.
Required Technologies
- Citadel Armour V
- Repair Nanites II
- Fleet Command IV
How to Play This Build
- 1
Assign roles before the pull
One tank, one support, the rest DPS. Everyone must know their job before engaging.
- 2
Tank pulls first
The Iron Fortress engages alone to lock boss aggro before DPS opens up.
- 3
DPS holds threat
DPS waits a beat after the pull so the boss does not turn on them. Then commit fully.
- 4
Support triages
Keep repair nanites on the tank; only heal DPS if the boss switches target.
- 5
Manage mechanics
Spread for AoE, focus adds when they spawn, and never let the tank drop without a peel ready.
Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- +Reliably clears world bosses
- +Role clarity beats disorganised blobs
- +Scales with raid discipline
Weaknesses
- −Requires coordination and voice comms
- −Falls apart if the tank dies
- −Useless in PvP — too slow and specialised
Hard Counters
- ⚠PvP gank squads (the raid is not built to fight players)
- ⚠Mechanics that punish stacking if the group ignores them
Budget Alternative
Replace the Horizon Platform support with a Frigate Mk.I running Repair Bot II and drop one Kraken. Slower kills, but a viable raid before you field a dedicated support platform.
FAQ
How many players do I need for a boss raid?
The composition works with a coordinated group of five hulls covering tank, support, and three DPS. Discipline matters more than headcount — a tight five beats a sloppy ten.
What happens if the tank dies?
The boss switches to a soft target and the raid usually collapses. Always keep a peel or a backup tank ready, and have support prioritise the tank above all else.