I've seen people fail on multiple steps of the quest, being non 60 and trying to solo things they can't possibly solo, etc. The trigger mobs have considerable respawn times, which is probably why Divinity wasn't willing to help you and let you loot. The 8th ring is where you can lose all your progress though, and you have my condolences. Everyone should do their research and be realistic about their character's abilities before they attempt to solo any part of the ring quest, but much more so for the 8th ring event.
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[60 High Priest] Eadric
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