Cassius Morten
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A former respected commander of the Calphade army. His exceptional skill earned him the rank of captain and the nickname 'Silver Armor'. Fights with a morningstar and paladin shield at Calphade Castle.
Difficulty
hard
Type
story boss
Region
Hernand
Level
30
How to Find
Appears during the quest "Traitor".
Strategy
- 1Single health bar but exceptional shield defense
- 2Follows a routine: Shield Charge + Morningstar Smash, then Shield Bash + Four Swing Combo
- 3Four Swing Combo is unblockable — sidestep and counterattack during recovery
- 4Bait Shield Charge toward pillars, then use Nature's Grasp to hurl debris for environmental damage
Rewards
Shield of Betrayal
Images
Cassius Morten — boss encounter
Related Quests
Traitor
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Last updated: March 2026