Retail boss

Mindflayer Kaahrj

This eldritch creature was captured in the depths of Ulduar, ensared as it lapsed into a catatonic state after the defeat of Yogg-Saron. Since Dalaran arrived at the Broken Isles, the monstrosity has mysteriously awakened, and only the powerful wards of the Violet Hold keep its powers in check.

Abilities Loot

Abilities

What it does.

From the adventure guide, with tank, healer and damage notes.

Overview

Mindflayer Kaahrj attacks the party with his Shadow Crash and Hysteria spells. At 80% and 40% health, Mindflayer Kaahrj casts Eternal Darkness, ushering in a swathe of Faceless Tendrils to repeatedly damage party members.

Damage Dealers

Avoid Shadow Crash.
Defeat Faceless Tendrils summoned by Eternal Darkness.

Healers

Avoid Shadow Crash.
Be aware that tanks take significant damage from Doom.

Tanks

Avoid Shadow Crash.
Doom inflicts significant damage.

Eternal Darkness

Amplified Darkness

Shadow Crash

Collapsing Shadows

Hysteria

Doom

Loot

What it drops.

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Mindflayer Kaahrj loot
Item	Slot	Type	Main stat
Hood of Ancient Evil	Head	Cloth	Intellect
Chain of a Hundred Maws	Neck	Armor	—
Mantle of the Abyss	Shoulder	Mail	Intellect / Agility
Tunic of the Underworld	Chest	Leather	Intellect / Agility
Despair-Bound Armplates	Wrist	Plate	Intellect / Strength

Source

Where this data comes from.

Read from Blizzard's official World of Warcraft API.

Data from Blizzard’s official World of Warcraft API, retrieved Oct 5, 2026, 2:24 PM UTC. World of Warcraft and its game data are © Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. NeedBeforeGreed isn’t affiliated with or endorsed by Blizzard.

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