Re: Takofanes, where is he?
http://forums.champions-online.com/showthread.php?t=86769
Here is a post with a labeled map I found. When a hero has spawned a column of red light shots down from the sky and illuminates the portal until he is defeated. If there is a group there waiting for him, it might not last long, but it helps. Also, don't forget that you can change instances by clicking on the zone name on the mini-map. This will help you find one where the timer is not quite as long if you are waiting for one (with the new timers, probably not a big deal)
Hope this helps.