u4gm How to Beat Areagne the Forgotten Witch PoE 2 Guide
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When you first wander into Path of Exile 2’s early acts, you are going to stumble into fights that feel like mini bosses but do not have big warning labels slapped on them, and Areagne, The Forgotten Witch, is one of those fights that quietly ruins people who get cocky with their PoE 2 Currency setups instead of their defenses. She looks like just another creepy caster at a glance, but if you walk in half asleep, she will flatten you with a mix of fire visuals and heavy cold damage that does not match what you expect from her model.
Finding The Witch
You will track her down in Grelwood, in roughly the same part of the zone where you meet Brambleghast, so if you have done that quest you already have a mental map. Head west until you hit the river and you will see this run‑down witch hovel that feels like a horror movie prop. Before you even think about stepping inside, take a lap around the place and clear the werewolves at the door and along the path, because nothing feels worse than trying to dodge a telegraphed blast while a stray wolf nibbes your last bit of life. Once the area feels clean, step into the hut; a woman is crouched at the back pretending to be harmless. Walk up, she shrieks, disappears, and that is your sign to turn around and get back outside fast because the real arena is not inside that cramped shack.
How The Fight Plays Out
The actual fight happens in the open space just outside the hovel, and that open ground is a huge part of why this fight is manageable once you know what she does. As soon as you step out, she phases back in and starts throwing spells, and here is where a lot of people mess up: the spell effects scream fire, but her real threat is cold, especially that Icy Breath cone that hits like a truck and can freeze you if your resist is low. She also drops Ground Sigils on the floor; they pulse in a rhythm, so you kind of learn to step in and out between bursts instead of standing there thinking your flasks will bail you out. Every now and then you will see a large ring of fire expanding from her; that is your cue to move right away because the explosion that follows will eat a chunk of your health if you are even slightly greedy with your damage window.
Positioning And Builds
Areagne likes to blink around to keep the pressure on, so if you stand still for more than a second or two, you are basically inviting her to tele‑frag you. Ranged builds have a much easier time here, as you can kite in big circles, reset distance after every teleport, and use the terrain edges by the river as a visual anchor so you do not get turned around. Melee can do it too, but you need to think “hit and run” instead of “plant and tank”; step in for a couple of quick hits, then slide out before the next breath or sigil pop. Most players who die to her are chugging potions and face tanking for way too long instead of just moving their feet.
Loot And Why She Is Worth It
When she finally goes down, you will notice the loot table is not some massive game changer, but it is more than fine for a short side fight. You will often see basics like Rope Cuffs or a few Scrolls of Wisdom, but the thing that makes the kill feel good is the Uncut Support Gem, which has real value in the early market and can help fund your next gear upgrade or just sit in your stash as a long term project for your build on poe2 market.
Finding The Witch
You will track her down in Grelwood, in roughly the same part of the zone where you meet Brambleghast, so if you have done that quest you already have a mental map. Head west until you hit the river and you will see this run‑down witch hovel that feels like a horror movie prop. Before you even think about stepping inside, take a lap around the place and clear the werewolves at the door and along the path, because nothing feels worse than trying to dodge a telegraphed blast while a stray wolf nibbes your last bit of life. Once the area feels clean, step into the hut; a woman is crouched at the back pretending to be harmless. Walk up, she shrieks, disappears, and that is your sign to turn around and get back outside fast because the real arena is not inside that cramped shack.
How The Fight Plays Out
The actual fight happens in the open space just outside the hovel, and that open ground is a huge part of why this fight is manageable once you know what she does. As soon as you step out, she phases back in and starts throwing spells, and here is where a lot of people mess up: the spell effects scream fire, but her real threat is cold, especially that Icy Breath cone that hits like a truck and can freeze you if your resist is low. She also drops Ground Sigils on the floor; they pulse in a rhythm, so you kind of learn to step in and out between bursts instead of standing there thinking your flasks will bail you out. Every now and then you will see a large ring of fire expanding from her; that is your cue to move right away because the explosion that follows will eat a chunk of your health if you are even slightly greedy with your damage window.
Positioning And Builds
Areagne likes to blink around to keep the pressure on, so if you stand still for more than a second or two, you are basically inviting her to tele‑frag you. Ranged builds have a much easier time here, as you can kite in big circles, reset distance after every teleport, and use the terrain edges by the river as a visual anchor so you do not get turned around. Melee can do it too, but you need to think “hit and run” instead of “plant and tank”; step in for a couple of quick hits, then slide out before the next breath or sigil pop. Most players who die to her are chugging potions and face tanking for way too long instead of just moving their feet.
Loot And Why She Is Worth It
When she finally goes down, you will notice the loot table is not some massive game changer, but it is more than fine for a short side fight. You will often see basics like Rope Cuffs or a few Scrolls of Wisdom, but the thing that makes the kill feel good is the Uncut Support Gem, which has real value in the early market and can help fund your next gear upgrade or just sit in your stash as a long term project for your build on poe2 market.