Holmgang in Novice training ground

Date & Time: oct. 29 2019. 4.11am
Frequency: infinte
World name: exodus
Character name: dahlia nacht
Retainer name: na
NPC name: axe wielding training partner
Monster name: axe wielding training partned
Class/Level: conjurer 15
Party or solo: solo
In-game time: 11.11am
Area and coordinates: the fold (6.3, 6.1)
Housing: na
Steps:
1. Enter novice training level one (evade attacks)
2. Fail to escape iron tempest because holmgang lasts longer than it takes to cast. (“Think youcan dodge us both”)
3. Continuously repeats.
It’s impossible to complete because of the extended length of holmgang makes it keep the player immobile through the attack.

PS4 Specs:
Model# CUH-7115B

Exact same thing happening here. Being held down longer than normal. Cannot complete quest under any circumstances

Faced the same issue today. Previously debuff worked 6 seconds, but now 8.
https://youtu.be/yQbVZQwCdUw?t=85

https://i.imgur.com/p3YT4aT.png

You can bypass this by speaking to the guide at the same time the axe guy try to pull you. This will result in you staying near the guide, stuck for 8 sec, but at least you ll dodge his attack and be able to complete the mission. If needed I can make a video.