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Phoenix is a respawnable mini-boss encountered in Borderlands 3.

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What is the location of Phoenix's lair in Borderlands 3? toggle section
In Borderlands 3, the lair of Phoenix, a unique Rakk, is situated on a small plateau near The Splinterlands' entry point. This site is part of Sir Hammerlock's Legendary Hunt. Following its first and second resurrections, Phoenix is renamed Reborn Phoenix and Legendary Phoenix respectively. The creature has a higher likelihood of dropping items such as Malak's Bane, Deathless, and Phoenix Tears.
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What is the significance of the names 'Reborn Phoenix' and 'Legendary Phoenix' in Borderlands 3? toggle section
In Borderlands 3, the Phoenix, a unique Rakk and respawnable mini-boss, undergoes name changes with each resurrection. It becomes the 'Reborn Phoenix' after the first resurrection and the 'Legendary Phoenix' after the second. These name changes indicate an increase in the Phoenix's strength and resilience, as it can reportedly resurrect more than three times, gaining more hit points and damage output each time. The Phoenix is also known for its increased likelihood to drop items like the Malak's Bane, Deathless, and Phoenix Tears.
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What items does Phoenix have an increased chance to drop in Borderlands 3? toggle section
In Borderlands 3, the Phoenix enemy is more likely to drop the legendary artifact, Phoenix Tears. This artifact can be obtained from any suitable loot source, but the Phoenix in The Splinterlands on Pandora has a higher drop rate. It's uncertain if the Phoenix's ability to resurrect more than three times influences the loot drops.
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Who is the target of Sir Hammerlock's Legendary Hunt in Borderlands 3? toggle section
The target of Sir Hammerlock's Legendary Hunt in Borderlands 3 is the Phoenix, a unique creature located in The Splinterlands. Known for its multiple resurrections, the Phoenix evolves into Reborn Phoenix and subsequently Legendary Phoenix, each stage increasing its power.
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What happens after Phoenix's first and second resurrection in Borderlands 3? toggle section
In Borderlands 3, the Phoenix enemy can resurrect more than three times, each time gaining increased hit points and damage output. The impact on loot drops from these additional resurrections is uncertain. Additionally, some characters possess special skills that enhance their abilities during the Fight For Your Life mode.
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Background

Phoenix is a unique Rakk with a lair located on a small plateau not far away from the entry point to The Splinterlands. It is a target of Sir Hammerlock's Legendary Hunt.

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Strategy

Main article: Legendary Hunt (The Splinterlands)

Notes

  • After the first resurrection, it is renamed to Reborn Phoenix, and to Legendary Phoenix after the second.
  • Phoenix (enemy) may drop these items at the following chances:
  • The Phoenix can reportedly sometimes resurrect more than three times, with an increase in hit points and damage output. It is unclear whether or not this is intentional and/or if it increases loot drops.