How to catch Quillmane (without ranger track)

[Frysk]

With the new mechanics it will be very hard without track. If you are determined to do this with a mage, I'd recommend posting for a ranger partner who wants the cloak as well, and farming two. You'll know instantly when Quill is up (thanks to mage pet) and have a good chance of being first there (with ranger track and SoW). Still need some luck or good hearted people in zone.