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Discover everything you need to know about All Act 3 bosses guide in Path of Exile 2 and how to defeat and find them.
Path of Exile 2 has received an initial release on December 6, 2024. There is a total of 12 distinct Classes, each granting its own uniqueness in the game. Use the best class to defeat all 11 bosses in Act 3. Specific bosses drop consumables that permanently boost your spirit when used. Some bosses in Act 3 have unblockable attacks that can pose a challenge. Not all of these bosses are required to beat for the story as there are some optional bosses as well. You’ll also have to worry about the arena, as there will be totems that will shoot projectiles at you. In this guide, we’ll discuss all Act 3 bosses and where & how to kill them.
Act 3 Overview in POE 2
Players in Act 3 are immersed in remnants of the ancient Vaal civilization that present a series of challenging quests for difficult bosses. This Act is the second storyline act in Path of Exile 2 where the exile is pushed to the end of the story. You can find many hidden encounters in this Act while progressing the game. You gain permanent character buffs, Uncut Skill Gems, helpful gear upgrades, and Gold and Currency orbs as you start exploring the world.
The enemies are tougher and more challenging, so your best bet is the build that you’re carrying along. Use debuffs and elemental ailments to soften up tough bosses. You will engage in side quests and discover hidden encounters that offer valuable rewards. The bosses in Act 3 offer you multiple opportunities to practice dodge roll mechanics and learn new techniques to dominate enemies.
All Act 3 Bosses Guide in POE 2
Path of Exile 2 offers 11 different different bosses in Path of Exile 2 including 8 Main bosses and 3 optional bosses in Act 3. Each boss has its own unique attack pattern and offensive capabilities. Some are easy to tackle but the majority of them require a bit of experience for killing them due to their abilities. Here’s a list of all of the bosses that you will encounter in Act 3 of Path of Exile 2.
- Rootdredge (Optional)- Located in Sandswept Marsh
- Mighty Silverfist (Main)- Located in Jungle Ruins
- Blackjaw, the Remnant (Main)- Located in Jiquani’s Machinarium
- Xyclucian, the Chimera (Main)- Located in Chimeral Wetlands
- Zicoatl, Warden of the Core (Main)- Located in Jiquani’s Sanctum
- Ignagduk, the Bog Witch (Optional)- Located in The Azak Bog
- Mektul, the Forgemaster (Optional)- Located in The Molten Vault
- Queen of Filth (Main)- Located in Stenchpools deep in the Apex of Filth area
- Ketzuli, High Priest of the Sun (Main)- Located in Ketzuli, High Priest of the Sun
- Viper Napuatzi (Main)- Located in Utzaal
- Doryani (Main)- Located in The Black Chambers
Rootdredge- Sandswept Marsh
- Boss Type: Optional
- Damage Type: physical + Fire
- Resistances: Physical + Cold
- Weaknesses: Fire
The Rootdredge in Path of Exile is an optional boss that creates chaos by summoning minions and setting off powerful explosions. This boss is located at the Foul Ritual, a random location in the Sandswept Marsh in Act 3. Rootdredge is a necromancer who relies heavily on his magic to do the heavy lifting. As you kick off the boss fight, the necromancer will reanimate corpses buried under the arena. The mindless zombies, called the Bogfelled Commoners, will then zone in on you slowly. We recommend staying on the move to avoid being cornered and overwhelmed by the swarm.
Some of these reanimated corpses carry axes and may blend well within the horde. These enemies hit hard, so keep your eye on the swarm to watch out for these guys in particular. AOE attacks are the way to go to deal with the mob. Use AOE attacks to wipe out the swarm in one swift go. The best way to defeat Rootdredge is by prioritizing clearing zombies and being aware of glowing green enemies.
| Attack | Description | Counter |
|---|---|---|
| Exploding Corpses | zombies and dead bodies glow green and they explode after a short delay, dealing massive damage | Move out of the way of glowing zombies and if you are surrounded by multiple of them try to run away immediately |
| Zombie Bombs | Modifies zombies into floating bombs that chase you and explode | Immediately dodge when bombs are about to explode |
| Horde Summon | summons a group of zombies that crawl out of the water and attack you | Use the area attacks and eliminate them one by one |
| Slowed | The ground turns into quicksand and slows you down | Dodge and run out of the quicksand |
The reward for defeating the Rootdredge is Uncut Skill Gem Level 9.
Mighty Silverfist- Jungle Ruins
- Boss Type: Main
- Damage Type: Physical
- Resistances: Physical
- Weaknesses: None
The Mighty Silverfist in Path of Exile 2 is a Main boss who wields a giant pillar as his weapon and his moves are heavily telegraphed. His deadly moves allow you to anticipate and counter them with proper timing and positioning. The boss is located at the Temple Ruins in the middle of the Jungle Ruins area of Act 3. The Mighty Silverfist deals with Physical Damage and can hurt a lot if you do not have enough damage reduction.
However, its slow movements make this boss quite predictable and easy to dodge. Don’t get intimidated by this boss as fighting it feels like a tutorial for the dodge-rolling mechanics in the game. Beating Mighty Silverfist in Path of Exile for the first time will reward players with the Book of Specialization which grants two weapon set passive skill points. Additionally, you have a chance of getting decent loot when you defeat this unique boss. However, the drop rates won’t be the same as any major bosses in the game.
| Attack | Description | Counter |
|---|---|---|
| Earthshaker Slam | lifts his pillar high and slams it down with immense force to send shockwaves | move sideways when the boss raises the pillar and try to stay mobile |
| Sweeping Crush | swings his pillar horizontally in a wide arc to create a shockwave | Once you see the boss start to wind, you need to dodge in the opposite direction |
| Whirling Devastation | spins rapidly with his pillar to create a vortex of destruction that sends debris flying and also creates shockwaves | As soon as the spin starts you can roll away to a safe distance |
The reward for defeating the Mighty Silverfist is a Book of Specialization that grants two Weapon Set Passive Skill Points.
Blackjaw, the Remnant
- Boss Type: Main
- Damage Type: Physical + Fire
- Resistances: Physical + Fire
- Weaknesses: Cold
The Blackjaw the Remnant in Path of Exile is a Main boss that wields a massive mace and a fiery breath, he is a formidable enemy due to his slams and ranged fire attacks. The boss is located in Jiquani’s Machinarium in Act 3. We recommend you defeat this boss for the permanent Fire Resistance upgrade. This boss has a bunch of typical melee and slams, so make sure you’re dodging those and get behind him.
He also has a frontal flamethrower attack, so get behind the man and start blasting. He also uses his double slam attack and if you get caught you take a ton of damage. If you get too far away from him, he’ll do a leap slam with an AoE on the landing point. He also put a little fire circle around him and then he shoots like five fireballs at you that will track you if you’re not dodging or sprinting.
| Attack | Description | Counter |
|---|---|---|
| Stonebreaker Slam | Slams its massive mace down with great force to create a shockwave | dodge-roll away from the marked area when the boss winds up |
| Inferno Breath | Exhales a fiery breath in a sweeping motion from left to right to deal fire damage | Avoid the breath by running in a clockwise direction. |
| Tail Push | Lashes out with its tail, pushing back nearby enemies | Reposition and stay close when the push-back does little damage |
| Dragon’s Slash | Swipes its mace in a straight line, delivering moderate damage | Get behind the boss as much as possible to avoid this move |
| Aerial Slam | Leaps high into the air and then slams its mace down with greater force to deal additional damage | Move quickly to dodge in the direction he’s about to land. |
| Flame Cleaver | Breathes fire onto his mace, then swings it in a wide arc | Stay out of the range or run behind him to avoid the attacks |
| Blazing Barrage | Breathes fire into the air around him and launches multiple flaming projectiles | Use the pillar as cover to block the projectiles or move sideways to avoid the projectiles. |
The reward for defeating the Blackjaw, the Remnant is The Flame Core which grants +10% to Fire Resistance.
Xyclucian, the Chimera
- Boss Type: Main
- Damage Type: Physical + Fire + Cold + Lightning + Chaos
- Resistances: Fire + Cold + Lightning
- Weaknesses: None
The Xyclucian, the Chimera in Path of Exile 2 is the Main boss which is a three-headed, winged boss that combines multiple elements to deliver heavy attacks. This boss is located at the Chimeral Wetlands in Act 3. This boss hit you with all kinds of elements. When you go up on the pillars, you need to destroy the pillars and knock the boss down to get some hits. Xyclucian does a frost attack, so makes you get out of the way. He also shoots a frost wall line at you when he moves into the air. When he’s on the pillars he shoots a volley of poison all around the arena, so make sure you’re dodging that. We recommend you break towers Xyclucian Sits On and don’t get caught up in Xyclucian’s Ice Breath.
| Attack | Description | Counter |
|---|---|---|
| Venom Barrage | Fires multiple green projectiles that spread across the arena | Move to the base of the tower where the boss sits |
| Aerial Crush | Flies briefly into the air, hovers for a moment, and then comes crashing down with a stomp to deal massive damage | Get ready to dodge when the boss takes off. |
| Savage Swipe | Move swipes at you with its sharp claws and deliver slash damage | Dodge-roll backward or to the side when the boss gathers momentum before swiping |
| White Flame Blast | Pulls back before releasing a blast of white fire in a straight line | Move back quickly when its head back and rise |
The rewards for defeating the Xyclucian, the Chimera are Chimeral Inscribed Ultimatum and Legacy of the Vaal main quest progression.
Zicoatl, Warden of the Core
- Boss Type: Main
- Damage Type: Physical + Lightning
- Resistances: Physical + Cold + Fire
- Weaknesses: Lightning
The Zicoatl, Warden of the Core is the Main boss who appears as a living stone sculpture that is located at Jiquani’s Sanctum in Act 3. He does a bunch of lightning projectiles at you. The boss attacks you with a straight-line beam from the snake head. The big triangle slam is dangerous as you don’t want to be on the face of the triangle. Get to the point of the triangle that he creates, so you’re not getting hit by the waves that shoot out of that triangle. His beam attack shoots a bunch of little beams that will be all over the arena and persist for a while to explode after some time. We recommend you focus on dodging the laser grid and stay in front of the red triangle’s vertices.
| Attack | Description | Counter |
|---|---|---|
| Triple Snake Bite | Zicoatl’s snake tentacles pull their heads back before moving forward to bite. | Move to either the left or right when you see snakes retract their heads. |
| Electric Line Strike | Two snake tentacles begin to charge with purple electricity | Timing your dodge is key to avoiding the line of electricity |
| Snake Bite Barrage | Snake tentacles attack in sequence | Back away from the boss to stay out of range |
| Electric Burst Wave | All six snake tentacles charge with purple lightning to unleash a burst of energy. | Run to the back of the boss where the attack doesn’t reach |
The reward for defeating the Zicoatl, Warden of the Core is Large Soul Core (Legacy of the Vaal quest item).
Ignagduk, the Bog Witch
- Boss Type: Optional
- Damage Type: Physical + Fire
- Resistances: Fire
- Weaknesses: Cold
The Ignagduk, the Bog Witch is an optional boss who wields a long spear also constructed from bones and can be encountered at the Azak Bog in Act 3. Look for the Flameskin Ritual within The Azak Bog before encountering the boss. The Flameskin Ritual grants you +25% Fire Resistance but is invaluable during combat. This is crucial for surviving Ignagduk’s powerful Fire DoT spells. You will get a quest item that grants +30 Maximum Spirit when consumed after defeating Ignagduk.
The Bog Witch, Ignagduk deals both Physical and Fire damage and she has Fire resistance and is weak to Cold. She also uses debuffs like Burning Ground and Ignite. Once you defeat the boss, you can earn the Gemrot Skull, which grants +30 Maximum Spirit along with the Ignagduk’s Ghastly Spear. This is a key item for the Tribal Vengeance quest in Path of Exile 2. She offers a multi-phase boss fight featuring fire-themed attacks.
| Attack | Description | Counter |
|---|---|---|
| Red Circular Explosions | Summons red circular markings across the arena and the circle glows before exploding after 2 seconds | Quickly move to the clear section of the arena and keep an eye on where the red circles appear. |
| Flying Spear Impalement | Mounts her spear and glides around the arena to impale you with its sharp edge. | Wait till the boss is closer to you and sidestep or dodge roll to avoid being hit. |
| Sharp Tree Root Summon | Summons a large drum and begins striking it causing sharp tree roots to burst up from the ground | Keep sprinting and move around the area to avoid the roots. |
The rewards for defeating Ignagduk, the Bog Witch are Gemrot Skull which grants +30 Maximum Spirit. You also gain Ignagduk’s Ghastly Spear (Tribal Vengeance quest item).
Mektul, the Forgemaster
- Boss Type: Optional
- Damage Type: Physical + Fire
- Resistances: Physical + Fire
- Weaknesses: Cold
The Mektul, the Forgemaster is an optional boss in Path of Exile 2 whose body fuses molten magma with bone, creating a towering figure of strength and fire. This boss is located at the Molten Vault in Act 3. During the fight, the boss opens the dam letting all the molten lava gushing towards you and fills the way. You need to defeat him quickly unless you want to melt alive by the lava. The best way to fight this boss is to use ranged attacks and lure him out of the lava. Avoid his special attacks by observing the visual clues and the lava at all costs.
| Attack | Description | Counter |
|---|---|---|
| Magma Arm Uppercut | Transforms into a massive magma-infused limb. | Back away quickly to avoid the uppercut when you see the boss yank his arm backward. |
| Magma Arm Swing | Presses his magma arm against his chest and swings it outward in a wide arc | Move backward or sideways to dodge the wide swing. |
| Magma Arm Smash | Raises his arm high above his head and slams it into the ground | Step back quickly to avoid both the smash and the magma when the boss raises his arm |
| Charged Magma Attack | Raises his arm and charges it with glowing purple energy. He unleashes a small but powerful blast in your direction. | Move to either side to avoid the blast when his arms begin to glow with purple energy. |
The reward for defeating the Mektul, the Forgemaster is The Hammer of Kamasa (Treasures of Utzaal quest item).
Queen of Filth
- Boss Type: Main
- Damage Type: Physical + Chaos
- Resistances: Physical
- Weaknesses: None
The Queen of Filth in Path of Exile 2 is one of the main bosses in the game. You can find her in the Stenchpools in the Apex of Filth zone of Act 3. She is one of the bosses that you must defeat to progress through the main story quest. The Queen of Filth can place traps around the map which might hinder your mobility. She can also summon waves of minions that can easily be killed to recharge your flasks. The best you can do in this fight is to never stop moving around. The Queen of Filth will roll forward and slam her weapon to the ground. Make sure you dodge roll at the side as rolling behind you might not be enough to evade the ground slam.
| Attack | Description | Counter |
|---|---|---|
| Leaping Smash Attack | Raises her mace overhead and slams it to the ground to create a shockwave | Once the mace begins to come down, move quickly to either side |
| Mace Pound | Swings her mace in the air before smashing it into the ground to create a small AoE blast | Dodge behind her to avoid the AoE when she swings the mace upward |
| Mace Swing | Performs a standard horizontal mace swing | Dodge in the opposite direction or away to avoid the swing |
| Rolling Smash | Rolls her massive body toward you, then follows up with a mace smash | move quickly to either the left or right to avoid the roll when the boss begins to roll |
The reward for defeating the Queen of Filth is Temple Door Icon (Legacy of the Vaal quest item).
Ketzuli, High Priest of the Sun
- Boss Type: Main
- Damage Type: Physical + Fire
- Resistances: Fire
- Weaknesses: Cold
The Ketzuli, High Priest of the Sun in Path of Exile 2 is the demonic entity exuding intense heat and fiery energy. The boss is encountered at the Temple of Kopec in Act 3. He has the ability where he summons a bunch of little fireballs over his head that will float for a little bit. This gives you an indication to start running because he will barrage you with all those balls and does a crap ton of damage.
He also dashes towards you and explodes his body in AoE and he does a few times, so make sure you’re rolling out and dodging. His other ability is a laser beam that he shoots out of his face in a straight line depending you are. Ketzuli also shoots with his hands a fire beam and spins around in a circle. In his intermission phase, he shoots up into the sky and a bunch of fireballs are going to shoot out into the arena.
| Attack | Description | Counter |
|---|---|---|
| Small Fire Ball | Fires small, fast-moving fireballs at you | Create more distance and dodge carefully to avoid the fireballs |
| Rain of Fire | Charges fiery energy that rises into the sky and summons small flames that rain down | Move around the arena continuously to evade the flames until the attack ends. |
| Swooping Energy AoE | Move down to your position to create an explosive burst of energy | Dodge-roll to the left or right to avoid the impact area |
| Black Hole of Fire | Summons a massive, slow-moving black hole engulfed in a fiery aura | Get ready for its trajectory and run to a safe zone |
The reward for defeating the Ketzuli, High Priest of the Sun is Legacy of the Vaal main quest progression.
Viper Napuatzi
- Boss Type: Main
- Damage Type: Physical + Chaos + Fire
- Resistances: Physical + Fire + Cold + Lightning
- Weaknesses: None
Viper Napuatzi is one of the main bosses in Path of Exile 2. You can meet her during Act 3 of the game’s story quest. This boss does not drop any quest items that are crucial for story progression. However, you still need to defeat her to proceed. She is regarded as one of the hardest bosses to defeat due to her confusing attack patterns and high damage output. This means perfect timing is crucial, or you won’t be able to survive the flurry of attacks thrown at you.
Viper Napuatzi’s arena is simple but challenging. You and your opponent are surrounded by soldiers with shields and spears. You can’t move past the shields, and they can also throw attacks at you. This forces you to be mindful of your surroundings while also dodging attacks from the boss. Before facing the boss, you need to stack up on Chaos resistance and remedies for Poison damage. The boss will be throwing a lot of poison and chaos damage at you, and dodging can be hard to perfect as these attacks are fast.
| Attack | Description | Counter |
|---|---|---|
| Poison Spear Lunge | Charges her glowing green spear and moves forward in a delayed thrust. | Dodge to the side to avoid the attack when she brings her spear forward |
| Lightning Spear Shot | Gets a spear charged with purple lightning, splitting it into smaller bolts | Move to either side to avoid the initial bolts and get ready for the returning projectiles. |
| Rapid Spear Combo | Releases a flurry of spear swings and ends the attack with a leaping smash | Get ready to dodge the powerful final slam and maintain your slam. |
| Poison Pool Stab | Slams her spear into the ground to create a lingering pool of poison | Move out of the affected area to avoid damage. |
| Spear Wall Barrage | Thrust the spears in a rapid sequence | Dodge and move unpredictably to avoid being hit |
The reward for defeating the Viper Napuatzi is the Legacy of the Vaal main quest progression.
Doryani
- Boss Type: Main
- Damage Type: Physical + Fire + Cold + Lightning
- Resistances: Fire + Lightning
- Weaknesses: None
Doryani in Path of Exile is one of the main bosses that you’ll encounter throughout the main story at The Black Chambers in Act 3. This boss has multiple phases and changes its attack patterns depending on the current phase. You will have to adapt to his changing attack move sets if you want to defeat him. As the final boss you’ll meet in Act 3 of Path of Exile, Doryani takes a bit of time to defeat. However, he is not entirely difficult to take down. You will have to make quick decisions on whether you would stick close to his front or at the back to avoid his attacks.
Doryani in Path of Exile 2 has two phases. The first phase is where he would attack you with spells and floor traps. You can usually tank these attacks as they don’t deal much damage. The second phase is where it gets challenging. The boss now controls a giant spider mech that shoots lasers. You need to keep an eye out for his attacks as they can be a bit hard to evade due to their large AoE range. Before you try and defeat Doryani, make sure you stack up on Chaos, Lightning, and Fire resistance. Additionally, having some extra movement speed can be beneficial, as most of the boss’s attacks cover a large range.
| Attack | Description | Counter |
|---|---|---|
| Red Energy Burst | Unleash a burst of red energy to push you away | Back away quickly when your purple energy glows in his hands |
| Flame Sweep | Summons flames from his arm and swings it | Dodge around to his back when his arm moves |
| Energy Mark Explosion | Red and purple circles appear on the ground and do an energy burst | Move out of the circle after it appears |
| Lightning Strike | Summons a quick burst of purple lightning | Dodge left or right when you see attacks begin |
| Energy Beam | Charges red energy and blasts a beam at you | Move closer to the boss and dodge sideways |
| Central Laser Beams | the circular device appears in the middle and shoots laser lines | Simply move out of the path and get to a safe place |
The reward for defeating the Doryani is the Legacy of the Vaal main quest progression.
How many bosses are there in Act 3 POE 2?
There are several bosses in Act 3 of Path of Exile 2, including 8 Main bosses and 3 optional bosses. You will encounter all main bosses while progressing in Act 3. However, the optional bosses reward you with useful items, making them crucial to face in the game.
- Rootdredge
- Mighty Silverfist
- Blackjaw, the Remnant
- Xyclucian, the Chimera
- Zicoatl, Warden of the Core
- Ignagduk, the Bog Witch
- Mektul, the Forgemaster
- Queen of Filth
- Ketzuli, High Priest of the Sun
- Viper Napuatzi
- Doryani
Tips and Tricks for defeating Act 3 Bosses in POE 2?
Here are all the tips and tricks you need to know for defeating Act 3 bosses on Path of Exile 2.
- Use mobility skills like Flame Dash, Leap Slam, or Blink Arrow to evade mechanics.
- Use chaos-resistant flasks and items to minimize poison damage.
- Keep sprinting in the arena to avoid area-denial mechanics like poison clouds.
- Make sure your build has some source of regeneration or leech for sustained fights.
- Try to use crowd control like freeze or stun effects if possible and balance resistance to neglect being overwhelmed by elemental damage.
- Stay alert and avoid standing in these areas to prevent any hit from the boss in the arena.
FAQs about Path of Exile 2: All Act 3 bosses Guide
1. Who are the main bosses in Act 3?
Mighty Silverfist, Blackjaw, the Remnant, Xyclucian, the Chimera, Zicoatl, Warden of the Core, Queen of Filth, Ketzuli, High Priest of the Sun, Viper Napuatzi, and Doryani are the main bosses in Act 3 of Path of Exile 2.
2. What rewards do Act 3 bosses provide?
Act 3 bosses provide a variety of rewards, including permanent bonuses, quest items, and uncut skill gems.
3. Are there any optional bosses worth seeking out in Act 3?
Yes, in Act 3 of Path of Exile 2, several optional bosses are worth seeking out such as Rootdredge, Ignagduk, the Bog Witch, and Mektul, the Forgemaster.
4. Who are the optional bosses in Act 3?
Rootdredge, Ignagduk, the Bog Witch, and Mektul, the Forgemaster are the optional bosses in Act 3 of Path of Exile 2.
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