Here is our guide on the Boss Rush mode (Trial Paths) inLost Ark, focusing on how it works, and the basic requirements needed to unlock it.

Boss Rush mode is also called Trial Paths inLost Ark

As the name suggests, Boss Rush is challenging content where you need to defeat bosses appearing one after another in stages under a time limit. You can play Boss Rush inLost Arksolo or with a party of up to 4 players max.

Note that while the mode was called Boss Rush in the Korean and Japanese versions ofLost Ark, the mode is called Trial Paths in the official English localization ofLost Ark. But most players still refer to it as Boss Rush.

Once you start Boss Rush mode and leave the battle waiting area, you can’t change your Skills, Battle Items, or Equipment, so make sure to fully prepare before starting. You can’t use potions either, but if a party member dies, you can revive them after waiting for a little bit.

When you just finished a stage, before moving to the next stage, you can interrupt your run with the UI on the top left part of the screen.

Furthermore, there are three different Boss Rush modes you can take on: Corridor of Silence, Corridor of Trials, and Corridor of the Sun. You need the corresponding ticket to challenge a specific Boss Rush.

Lastly, when you’re nearing the time limit of a stage, all players will get some buffs to help you out. However, the buffs will disappear when you move on to the next stage. The higher the stage you reach, the bigger the rewards you’ll get at the end.

Rewards in Boss Rush/Trial Paths

Rewards in Boss Rush mode most notably include Skill Gems. These are very important inLost Ark’s endgame as they have very powerful passive buffs, such as skill cooldown reduction.

Common requirements needed to unlock Boss Rush (Trial Paths) inLost Ark

If the quest “[Guide]Boss Rush/trial paths” isn’t unlocked yet, it means you need to complete the Main Quest Ealyn’s Gift first,a North Vern Main Quest line which is found in Vern Castle.

Once you’ve done all these requirements, you’ll be able to play Boss Rush/Trial Paths. Note that even if you unlocked Boss Rush yourself, you’re able to’t match with players or friends who didn’t unlock it yet.