I keep running into regular mobs (NON EPs) that feel even more difficult that actual EP's in my solo climb.

There are no prompts saying "An evil presence sends a shiver down your spine."
This is not a quest as sneaky is dead and I am currently up against two that spawned.
These fights almost feel like sneaky fights...
I am not in a trap door.
These regular mobs are much tougher than the actual EPs that are spawning.
I am playing on easy mode, if that makes any difference..

Anyone else running into this??

Are you at a corner of the map? Sounds like the objective "Four Corners".

i dont have testet it today but maybe this "+24% to Experience Cap" is the reason.

This! My bad guys, Disney set me straight.. xD