How to Beat Azarian, the Forsaken Son in Path of Exile 2

Ah, Path of Exile 2—the ultimate grind for all you hardcore ARPG fans out there. The game is a beast, and as you make your way through Act 2, you're going to come face-to-face with one of its most challenging and fiery bosses: Azarian, the Forsaken Son. This guide will walk you through everything you need to know about him: his moves, his mechanics, tips for beating him, and where to find him.

Let’s dive right into this!

Location of Azarian, the Forsaken Son

You’ll encounter Azarian during the City of Seven Waters quest in Act 2. Specifically, he waits for you in the Buried Shrines, located in the Vestibule area.

Navigating through the Buried Shrines can be tricky, as the areas are randomly generated. While the map layouts are helpful, expect things to shift around with each new run. Keep your wits about you because Azarian isn’t the only tough boss lurking here.

Overview of Azarian, the Forsaken Son

Basic Info

• Location: Act 2, Buried Shrines
• Resistances:
  • Physical
  • Fire
• Weaknesses: None (Yes, he’s tough!)
• Damage Types:
  • Physical
  • Fire
• Debuffs:
  • Ignite
  • Burning Ground

Rewards:

• Progression in the City of Seven Waters quest
• Potential loot drops

How to Beat Azarian, the Forsaken Son

Alright, now that we’ve covered the basics, let’s get into the meat of this encounter. Azarian is a boss that’s all about timing and positioning. You’re going to need to stay on your toes, especially when dealing with his fire-based abilities. But don’t worry—I’ve got some tips to help you get through this fight unscathed.

Tip 1: Don’t Destroy the Objects in the Corners

The arena you fight Azarian in has some objects in the corners—specifically, braziers. If you break these by accident (or by Azarian’s attacks), you’ll be in serious trouble. Why? Because these braziers create scorched ground, which will ignite you and deal constant fire damage. And let me tell you, you do not want to be standing on that stuff for long. To avoid this, make sure you position yourself so that Azarian’s attacks don’t shatter the braziers. Pro tip: Even your own attacks can hit these objects, so be cautious about where you're aiming.

Tip 2: Stay in the Center of the Arena

If you’re having trouble managing Azarian’s fire-based moves and avoiding the braziers, you’ll want to stay near the center of the arena. This minimizes your exposure to the dangerous Burning Ground that will spread when the braziers are destroyed. The more you stay in the middle, the more you can conserve your Life Flask Charges for those crucial moments when things get dicey.

Tip 3: Get Fire Resistance

This one’s a no-brainer. As you get further into the fight, the Burning Ground will start to dominate the arena, and you’ll be hit by more fire-based attacks from Azarian. Boosting your Fire Resistance is essential here. You can stack Fire Resistance through gear and charms, making this one of the most important preparations for the fight. If you don’t have any decent Fire Resistance items, consider equipping a Ruby Ring or Ruby Charm, as these implicitly provide a chunk of Fire Resistance.

Pro Tip: If you're ever in need of more resources or guidance on gearing up for PoE 2 bosses, you can also check out guides like Jamanra the Risen King Guide or Jamanra the Abomination Guide for tips on other challenging bosses and their loot rewards.

Azarian’s Moves and Mechanics

This fight isn’t just about dodging and managing fire damage. Azarian has a variety of moves, each with its own quirks that you’ll need to master to survive. Let’s break them down:

1. Fire Toss

Azarian will slam his sickle into the ground, dragging it backward. This move launches projectiles that deal fire damage and leaves Burning Ground. You’ll notice this move happening when Azarian has his back turned to you. When you see this coming, be ready to dodge—roll sideways to avoid the incoming projectiles. Trust me, it’s much better to dodge than get caught in that fiery mess.

2. Weapon Flail

This one’s a doozy. Azarian will charge at you while spinning and flailing his weapons around, creating a lot of chaos. The tricky part? You want to make sure your back isn’t facing the braziers when this move happens. If you get hit and Azarian’s flail destroys one of the braziers, you’re in trouble. So, position yourself accordingly and be ready to dodge his spinning attacks.

3. Fire Wave

Azarian will slam his weapons together, creating a fire wave that deals significant damage. The trick to dodging this one? Either dodge roll sideways or move towards Azarian. It may sound counterintuitive, but getting closer to Azarian can often be the safest way to avoid the wave.

4. Weapon Slam

Finally, Azarian will charge up a massive slam attack that causes an explosion in front of him. This attack can’t be dodged by rolling, so you’ll need to be quick on your feet and move to a safer spot as soon as you see him winding up for this. Get out of the explosion radius fast, or you'll be feeling the burn.

Azarian, the Forsaken Son Location and Map

As mentioned, Azarian waits for you in the Buried Shrines during Act 2, specifically in the Vestibule area. Here’s a breakdown of what to expect in this area:

• Buried Shrines Map Layout: Expect random generation, meaning you can’t rely on memorizing the map layout. While the Vestibule area will always lead you to Azarian, the rest of the layout will shift from one run to the next. Stay alert and make sure to look out for any helpful pathway markers that may pop up.

Buried Shrines Quests and Bosses:

• Azarian, the Forsaken Son is the main boss of the area, and beating him will push you forward in the City of Seven Waters quest. The Buried Shrines map also has various side quests and enemies, so be prepared for a challenge before you even get to Azarian.

Azarian, the Forsaken Son Rewards

Defeating Azarian grants you valuable progression in the City of Seven Waters quest, as well as loot drops that can help you with the remainder of Act 2. These drops are random, but you can expect high-quality fire-based gear and potentially some currency that’ll help upgrade your gear for the next phase of the game.

Final Thoughts

Azarian, the Forsaken Son, is a tough and fiery boss who’ll test your patience and skills in Path of Exile 2. To come out victorious, you’ll need to make good use of Fire Resistance, carefully position yourself to protect the braziers, and know when to dodge and when to stand your ground. Master these techniques, and you’ll find yourself moving past Azarian and deeper into Act 2.

If you’re still struggling to get through Azarian, remember that there are plenty of resources to help you prepare, from gear guides to strategy tips. If you’re looking for more boss-related content and walkthroughs, check out guides like PoE 2 Count Geonor Guide or PoE 2 the Executioner Guide.

Good luck, Exile—you’ve got this!