- Arise Crossover Beast Raid spawns on the new Jungle Island behind Kandama, featuring the Beast Monarch boss.
- The Beast Monarch is extremely tanky — the 5% per-minute melee perk is the reliable way to deal damage.
- Defeating 25 Beast Monarchs unlocks the GM+ Jungle Monarch unit, one of the strongest units in the game.
- Raids drop big experience now — the Beast Raid boss alone awards roughly 2,000 XP.
- Raid timers: spawns every 30 minutes on weekends, every hour on weekdays.
Beast Raid Overview & Location
The Beast Raid arrived in Arise Crossover alongside the new Jungle Island update, introducing the Beast Monarch — the latest monarch boss after Frost and Shadow. The raid also brings Iron Wolves, new relics, and a questline that rewards a GM+ unit for dedicated farmers.
Video Highlights:
- Beast Monarch located on Jungle Island behind Kandama
- 5% per-minute melee perk is the key to melting the boss
- GM+ Jungle Monarch unlocked after 25 Beast Monarch kills
- Raids buffed to drop significantly more experience
- Desert Infinite floors now extend past wave 100
The raid spawns on Jandama's neighboring Jungle Island (look behind Kandama). Many players miss the icon at first — if you don't see it, rejoin or fly around the back of the island. The raid consists of waves of Iron Wolves and Nightfall enemies, ending with the Beast Monarch himself.
The Jungle Island raid icon sometimes fails to load. If it is missing, physically fly to the area behind Kandama — the raid still runs even without the map marker.
Raid Enemy Breakdown
| Enemy | Role | Kill Requirement (Quest) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iron Wolves | Trash mobs | 100 | Fast to clear, spawn in packs |
| Nightfall/Red Knight units | Mid-tier mobs | 300 | Most numerous requirement |
| Beast (Jungle) Monarch | Raid boss | 25 | Extremely tanky, 46 DC health tier |
| World Event Boss (Kaiju Island) | Side content | 1+ | Drops units and quest credit |
How to Defeat the Beast Monarch
The Beast Monarch's defense is far above most players' damage output — even maxed shadow teams dealing 10+ UD struggled to dent him at launch. The health value was later shrunk, but the boss remains a tank-check encounter.
There is a perk that makes your melee attacks deal 5% of the boss's total health per minute. This works regardless of your sword quality — every minute, a chunk of HP disappears. With enough time, this can kill anything in the raid.
Damage Strategy Comparison
| Strategy | Damage Output | Reliability | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shadow team DPS | Low–Moderate (1–2 UD) | Poor at launch | Maxed units, damage titles |
| 5% melee perk | 5% boss HP per minute | High | Any melee weapon, patience |
| Group of 10+ players | Very high (stacked 5% ticks) | High | Coordinated group |
| Level 375 talents + GM+ unit | High (20+ UD sustained) | High | Late-game build |
For solo players, the melee-perk route is the most practical option. Unequipping high-damage gear does not significantly help — the boss scales to your power, so stacking drop-rate luck and just surviving with the perk ticking is the smarter play.
Locate the Raid
Fly to Jungle Island behind Kandama. Set your spawn nearby and wait for the raid timer (30 min weekends / 1 hour weekdays).
Clear the Trash Waves
Kill Iron Wolves and Nightfall enemies for quest credit. Each cycle spawns a limited number per island, so plan multiple runs.
Equip the Melee Perk
Swap out damage loadouts for survivability and drop luck. The perk does the heavy lifting against the Monarch.
Outlast the Boss
Keep meleeing while the 5% ticks accumulate. Survive roughly 10–20 minutes depending on your group size.
Claim Rewards
Kill count credits toward the 25-kill GM+ quest. Stack drop luck — the Beast Monarch can drop a relic granting XP buff and bonus shadow damage.
Rewards: GM+ Jungle Monarch & Relics
The main prize of the Beast Raid is the GM+ Jungle Monarch unit, unlocked after defeating 25 Beast Monarchs (plus 100 Iron Wolves and 300 Nightfall units). Even standard M-rank drops of the Monarch arrive pre-leveled and hit extremely hard.
Beast Raid Reward Table
| Reward | Source | Value | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| GM+ Jungle Monarch | 25-kill quest | ~1.9 DC base damage, outdamages previous GM units | ★★★★★ |
| Jungle Relic | Beast Monarch drop | XP buff + 58% shadow damage | ★★★★☆ |
| M-rank Jungle Monarch | Direct boss drop | Strong mid-game unit, below White Flame | ★★★☆☆ |
| Raid XP | Boss kill | ~2,000 XP per kill | ★★★★☆ |
| Mounts (Blister Toad, Wolf) | Codes / raid events | Mobility only | ★★☆☆☆ |
GM+ Jungle Monarch
- Highest tested DPS of owned GM units
- ~13.8 UD over 15 seconds vs 12 UD for older units
- Essential for Desert Infinite progression
Jungle Relic
- XP buff scales to 19.5% when maxed
- 58% extra shadow damage
- Equip when claiming quests for bonus XP
Titles & Subtitles
- Level 375 unlocks Shadow General / Tidal Fusion
- Dual-title system: main + subtitle slots
- +2–3 levels from titles = massive damage jumps
Jumping from ~14 UD to 20+ UD damage unlocks Desert Infinite participation. Groups typically require 7–10 UD minimum, and this unit puts you well above that threshold — and its damage only grows with new titles.
Farming Route & Level 375 Path
Reaching level 375 and clearing the new content pairs naturally with Beast Raid farming. Raids now drop dramatically more experience, making them the fastest leveling loop in the game alongside quests and the Infernal Castle (now past floor 100).
Efficient Farming Schedule
| Activity | XP Rate | Time Cost | Priority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beast Raid boss | ~2,000 XP/kill | 5–20 min | High |
| Winter/Ant raids | ~700 XP/boss | 2–3 min | Medium |
| New island quests | Free levels per quest | 10–15 min | High |
| Infernal Castle (to floor 100) | Titles + 2 free levels | Long | Very High |
| Desert Infinite (floor 100+) | Relic + Desert Monarch title | Group content | Late-game |
Stack drop chance (up to 500%+) before Beast Monarch kills. The boss can drop both the unit and the relic — with 25 kills required for the quest, your odds of completing the relic collection are strong.
Key milestones while farming:
- Level 375 talents unlock hybrid builds and dual-title equipping — the biggest power spike in the update.
- Desert Monarch title (clear floor 100) grants +2 levels, roughly a 25% damage increase on its own.
- Pop an XP potion when claiming quests; relic XP buffs apply to quest turn-ins.
Preparation Checklist
Before You Farm the Beast Raid:
- Reach level 375 and unlock new talents
- Obtain the 5% per-minute melee perk
- Stack drop luck gear before boss kills
- Clear Jungle Island quests for free levels
- Grind 100 Iron Wolves and 300 Nightfall kills
- Join a group of 10+ for faster Monarch kills
- Equip XP relics when claiming quest rewards
Even with the GM+ unit, Desert Infinite rounds are hard to join — most hosts demand 7+ UD damage. Clear floor 100 to earn titles, then lead your own group instead of waiting for invites.
FAQ
Q: Where does the Beast Raid spawn in Arise Crossover?
The Beast Raid spawns on Jungle Island, located behind Kandama. The map icon is sometimes bugged and fails to appear, so fly to the island directly if you can't find the marker.
Q: How do I kill the Beast Monarch if my damage is too low?
Use the perk that deals 5% of the boss's total health per minute through melee attacks. Your sword quality barely matters — you just need to survive while the damage ticks accumulate, typically 10–20 minutes depending on group size.
Q: How many Beast Monarch kills do I need for the GM+ unit?
Defeating 25 Beast Monarchs (plus 100 Iron Wolves and 300 Nightfall units) completes the quest and awards the GM+ Jungle Monarch, currently one of the highest-DPS units available.
Q: Is the Beast Raid good for leveling?
Yes. After the XP buff, the Beast Raid boss drops roughly 2,000 experience per kill, and other raids award around 700. Combined with XP relics and potions, it is one of the fastest routes to level 375.