TL;DR
- Sisters of Carnage requires 8-16 player teams with specific role coordination
- Manaan Stronghold costs 8.375M credits or 7K CC for full personal unlock
- Deepwater Essentials Bundle at 1,540 CC provides optimal decoration value
- Operation success depends on understanding twin droid attack patterns
- Strategic stronghold unlocking saves significant credits and Cartel Coins
SWTOR’s latest content update introduces the formidable Sisters of Carnage operation, challenging players with intense 8 or 16-player team combat scenarios. This high-stakes battle pits your squad against the legendary twin-sister droids Aivela and Esne, whose coordinated attacks require precise tactical execution to overcome.
Success in this operation demands understanding the unique mechanics of each sister droid. Aivela specializes in area denial and environmental hazards, while Esne focuses on direct assault and disruption abilities. Teams must maintain constant communication and assign specific roles to handle the sisters’ synchronized attack patterns.
Common mistakes include underestimating the sisters’ enrage timers and failing to properly position tanks for phase transitions. Advanced players recommend bringing at least two dedicated healers and utilizing crowd control abilities during the final burn phase when both sisters activate their ultimate abilities simultaneously.
Following the intense operation battles, players can retreat to the serene aquatic environment of the Manaan Retreat Stronghold, available for both personal and guild acquisition. The pricing structure offers flexibility with credit and Cartel Coin options to suit different player preferences.
Personal stronghold acquisition begins at 2.5 million credits or 2,500 Cartel Coins, while guild acquisition requires 15 million credits. Full personal unlocking demands 8.375 million credits or 7,000 Cartel Coins, with guild strongholds reaching 32.4 million credits for complete access.
Optimization tip: Consider purchasing the initial stronghold with credits and using Cartel Coins for room unlocks, as this often provides better value. The average completion time for fully decorating a Manaan Stronghold ranges from 15-25 hours depending on your decoration collection and credit reserves.
Strategic planning for your Manaan Retreat should prioritize functional rooms first, then move to aesthetic enhancements. This approach ensures you gain practical benefits from your investment while building toward your ideal stronghold design.
The Cartel Market specials for the week of July 11, 2017, feature exclusive Manaan-themed items perfect for customizing your new aquatic sanctuary. These limited-time offerings provide both practical and cosmetic enhancements for your stronghold experience.
Deepwater Essentials Bundle: Stronghold Decoration Pack (1,540 Cartel Coins now)
This comprehensive decoration collection provides everything needed to transform your Manaan Retreat into an authentic underwater haven. Each bundle contains carefully curated items that capture the essence of Manaan’s unique aesthetic and cultural elements.
Bundle contents include:
1 Manaan: Fountain of Tranquility – Creates a serene water feature with ambient sounds
1 News Kiosk: Most Wanted – Functional decoration that displays bounty information
1 Aquarium: Laa Scalefish – Displays native Manaan marine life with animated swimming patterns
1 Aquarium: Faa Scalefish – Complementary aquarium with different fish species
1 Explorer Supplies Set – Practical storage solution with thematic appearance
Additionally, players can acquire the exotic Nexu Cat companion, a formidable feline that serves as both decoration and status symbol. This rare acquisition demonstrates your dedication to collecting the most prestigious Manaan-themed items available.
Action Checklist
- Assemble 8 or 16-player team with balanced roles for Sisters of Carnage
- Study twin droid attack patterns and assign specific counter-strategies
- Purchase Manaan Stronghold base (2.5M credits or 2,500 CC)
- Acquire Deepwater Essentials Bundle for optimal decoration value
- Progressively unlock stronghold rooms using credit-saving strategies
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