I figured it out. You have to do it as he is running away.
I can’t get a Singed Griffon Feather from Kailani the Foolhardy. You are suppose to be able to get it for a recipe for the Baby Book collection but it is not available. I have tried multiple times but can not get it at any point during the event.
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