The Octopus Cave instance is a part of the rAthena project where players must defeat the Disgusting Octopus and his minions. This guide will walk you through the steps to successfully complete the instance.

• Base Level: 130 or higher.
• Must be in a party.
• Only the party leader can initiate the instance.

1. Talk to Starfish in mal_dun01 (151, 235):

1. The party leader must speak to Starfish to initiate the instance.
2. Ensure your party is formed before starting. Solo players cannot enter.

2. Instance Creation:

1. Starfish will check if you are the party leader. If your party meets the requirements, Starfish will open the Octopus Cave instance.
2. You will need a special pick to enter, so make sure you have one ready.

Once inside the instance, you will encounter several challenges:

1. Octopus Legs:

1. Defeat the Octopus Legs scattered throughout the cave. There are four key areas where the legs appear:
   • Leg 1: (20, 114)
   • Leg 2: (88, 190)
   • Leg 3: (307, 215)
   • Leg 4: (372, 131)
2. Defeating the legs in these areas will allow you to progress.

2. Octopus Henchmen:

1. After dealing with the legs, you will encounter waves of Octopus Henchmen.
2. Be prepared to clear several waves before facing the boss.

1. Final Battle:

1. The Disgusting Octopus will appear as the final boss of the instance.
2. During the fight, the Octopus will spawn additional legs and henchmen to attack your party. Defeat them while focusing on the boss.

2. Defeating the Boss:

1. Coordinate with your party to defeat the Octopus. Be cautious of its powerful attacks and constant summoning of additional enemies.

1. Return to Starfish:

1. After defeating the Disgusting Octopus, return to Starfish to complete the instance and collect your rewards.

2. Exit the Instance:

1. Use the exit portals or speak to the Starfish to leave the instance after claiming your rewards.

• Teamwork: Coordinate with your party to manage the waves of enemies and the boss.
• Healing: Bring plenty of healing items, as the fight with the Disgusting Octopus can be challenging.
• Cooldown: After completing the instance, there will be a cooldown period before you can re-enter.

Good luck on your quest to defeat the Disgusting Octopus!