The Gates

Walkthrough

 * Examine the Darkened Crevice at (G-8) in Woh Gates with at least three party members who possess a Tuft of golden fur or have already beaten the mission.
 * Alter Egos do not count and cannot be used in the fight.
 * Enter Cirdas Caverns (U) from the Darkened Crevice to battle several waves of Pustulous Umbrils.
 * The Tuft of golden fur is lost upon entry.
 * It must be reobtained by if you fail.

The Battle

 * Buffs wear on entry.
 * Targets:
 * Several waves of Pustulous Umbrils
 * They use standard Umbrils' monsters skills, which means they inflict many status effects on every target nearby, such as paralysis, curse, and bind.
 * The waves begin a few seconds after entering; this is a very short period of time for buffs.
 * You are assisted by the following NPCs:
 * Arciela
 * Uses the following weapon skill: Dynastic Gravitas
 * Casts Haste, Protect V, and Shell V on herself, party members, and the other NPCs
 * Noble Warrior
 * Uses the following weapon skills: Into the Light, 12 Blades of Remorse, Vehement Resolution, Camaraderie of the Crevasse, Arduous Decision
 * Darrcuiln
 * Uses the following weapon skills: Starward Yowl, Howling Gust
 * Resolute Leafkin x2
 * They use standard Leafkin monster skills.
 * The NPCs can be buffed and healed with Blood Pact: Wards.
 * After the battle, you receive a cutscene with Arciela, Morimar, and Darrcuiln, and the next mission begins.