Tracking down every Notorious Mark in Final Fantasy 16 allows players to test their combat skills while earning valuable rewards. Among the late-game bounties, The Grim Reaper hunt stands out as an engaging Rank A challenge against the formidable Prince of Death. Finding this elusive opponent requires completing key side quests before traveling to the outer coast of Sanbreque.
Unlocking The Grim Reaper Hunt Board Bounty
To make The Grim Reaper appear on Nektar's Hunt Board, players must first reach the final stages of the main campaign. You must complete the side quest Under New Management and its sequel in Northreach to reveal the bounty. Once both objectives are fulfilled during the Back to Their Origin quest, the mark becomes available.
Checking the Hunt Board at the Hideaway after finishing these quests confirms that the target is ready for tracking. Players should make sure Clive is properly equipped with strong Eikonic abilities and healing items before setting out.
Where to Find the Prince of Death Location
After accepting the bounty, fast travel to the Northreach obelisk situated in the Holy Empire of Sanbreque. Head west across the region toward the open fields surrounding Cape Orsiere. The Prince of Death spawns on a grassy hill located directly east of the Westwatch structure.
As you approach the designated peninsula, the towering boss will be clearly visible standing in the open area. Approaching the creature will trigger the encounter, initiating a high-stakes duel on the cliffs.
Combat Strategies for Defeating The Grim Reaper
The Prince of Death is a level 40 reaper-style adversary that utilizes tricky attack patterns and delayed scythe strikes. Players must time their precision dodges carefully because dodging early usually leaves Clive exposed to heavy damage. The boss will also launch three consecutive energy projectiles from a distance, requiring sustained focus.
When the mark drops below half health, he begins executing a deadly teleporting combo called Soul Harvest. Maintaining distance during this windup allows you to safely evade the incoming slashes before counterattacking with high-stagger Eikonic abilities.
Rewards for Completing The Grim Reaper Hunt
Felling this dangerous enemy yields generous rewards, including 15,000 gil, 45 Renown, and substantial experience points. Furthermore, the defeat grants Clive a rare piece of Darksteel, a crucial crafting component required for late-game weapon creation. Completing the hunt brings you one step closer to unlocking the trophies associated with clearing all Notorious Marks.
