Here we present a straightforward method to farm beasts using the Temple of Chaos. The essential item for this method is the green inscribed Ultimatum, the quest version obtained from the Chimera boss in Act Three. A crucial detail is that the trial does not need to be completed; only the first three stages are necessary since the goal is to farm beasts. Exiting early by portal is sufficient to finish the run.
Upon entering the trial, players will have the option to select modifiers. The preferred modifier is rare monsters, which adds an extra modifier to each beast encountered. This increases the chance of finding beasts with desirable modifiers that benefit the player’s build. There are four beasts available for capture within this area.
Stoneclad Gorilla
The Stoneclad Gorilla is the first beast visible on screen. This beast is capable of a powerful slam and a top-rope jump attack, making it effective for stunning enemies and clearing packs. However, it is somewhat slow, so adding speed enhancements such as haste or enraged auras significantly improves its performance. The Stoneclad Gorilla consumes a considerable amount of spirit reservation, a common trait among larger beasts, which must be considered when using other minions or skill reservations alongside companions.
Crested Behemoth
The Crested Behemoth is another impressive beast with a hyperbeam attack and a double 180-degree kickout slam. It deals significant damage and has a large life pool, with some captures reaching approximately 100,000 life, making it very tanky. While it remains slow even with haste and enraged effects, it is still very useful for maneuvering and clearing screens. Players should consider balancing speed and survivability when using this beast.
Trial Modifiers and Farming Strategy
In the second stage of the trial, there is another chance to obtain the rare monster modifier. Although luck may vary, players should carefully avoid negative modifiers that can disrupt their build’s mechanics, such as “enemies cannot be stunned,” which may interfere with certain skill setups like Bone Shatter. Prioritizing rare modifiers remains the main goal.
As the timer runs low, monster spawn rates increase, offering more opportunities to encounter rare beasts. It is important to capture or kill these quickly to avoid missing optimal beasts. Additionally, this farming method can yield currency and socketed items useful for early league starts or first character runs.
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Third Stage and Additional Beasts
The third stage offers yet another opportunity to find rare monster modifiers, usually yielding three to four additional rare beasts. It is essential to monitor modifiers carefully to select beasts that best suit the player’s build.
Among the beasts available here are the Saberic Bat and the Scoot Lizard. The Saberic Bat has projectile and poison breath attacks, which compensate for its slower speed by applying debuffs such as corrosion. The Scoot Lizard deals moderate damage with swipe and slam attacks and can remain effective through higher levels with proper modifiers.
Beast Characteristics Overview
| Beast | Key Skills | Spirit Reservation | Speed | Usefulness |
| Stoneclad Gorilla | Big slam, top-rope jump | High | Slow | Good for stunning and clearing packs |
| Crested Behemoth | Hyperbeam, 180 kickout slam | High | Slow | Very tanky, high damage |
| Saberic Bat | Fire breath, poison breath, stomps | Moderate | Moderate | Projectile and debuff support |
| Scoot Lizard | Swipes, slam | Low | Moderate | Decent damage, good longevity |
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Resetting the Trial for Continuous Farming
After completing the third round, the challenge is not finished by fighting the boss. Instead, open a portal to return to the encampment. From there, head northeast to the waypoint without opening the menu unnecessarily, and then travel back to the Temple of Chaos.
This method allows resetting the instance by selecting the waypoint and the Temple of Chaos again, accessing the instance manager, and choosing a new instance to reset the zone. Returning to the altar and reopening the Ultimatum will generate a fresh Temple of Chaos to continue farming beasts efficiently.
