Hey there, Exiles! If you’re tackling Act Three in Path of Exile 2, you’re gonna face Viper Napuatzi, the boss guarding the entrance to Aggorat. She’s the leader of the Vaal troops, and trust me, she’s no pushover. This guide breaks it all down—where to find her, how to beat her, and what sweet loot you can score.
Where to Find Viper Napuatzi
You’ll run into Napuatzi while exploring the Vaal Jungle during the quest Glory of the Vaal. She’s in Utzaal, but here’s the twist: you’ll encounter her in the past, right after climbing the Temple of Kopec and activating a time gateway.
How to Beat Viper Napuatzi
Napuatzi doesn’t play fair, and here’s what makes her tough:
- Resistance: She’s resistant to elemental damage (fire, cold, and lightning) and physical damage.
- Poison Attacks: Her poison deals massive damage over time, so get ready to guzzle your life flask.
- Troop Support: Her minions trap you in a small space while she bombards you with area-of-effect (AoE) attacks.
Tips to Win
- Move Fast: Speed is your best friend here. Buff your movement speed to dodge her AoE attacks.
- Damage Output: Bring high-damage skills to end the fight quickly. The longer it drags on, the less space you’ll have to dodge.
- Armor-Breaking and Chaos Damage: These are your go-to for cutting through her heavy defenses.
Dodging Comets
When Napuatzi flies into the air, she summons comets that crash all around you. Keep moving! Watch the glowing circle—it grows as the comet approaches. Stay inside it until the glow reaches the edge, then get out fast.
Avoiding Poison Spears
Her troops fire poison spears in straight lines, and they’ll come at you from both sides. Here’s the trick: watch for the glowing green troops. Stand between them to avoid the spears, but be quick because their attack patterns are unpredictable.
Shrinking Space
As the fight goes on, Napuatzi’s troops will close in, making the battlefield even tighter. Take her down fast, or you’ll have nowhere to go.
Class Strategies
- Ranged Classes: Fire at her when she’s airborne to maximize damage.
- Melee Classes: Use every moment she’s on the ground to unleash your strongest attacks.
Boost Survivability
- Bring charms that counter poison or shock damage.
- Use a health flask with “Gains X Charges Per Second” so it recharges while you dodge.
What’s the Reward?
When Napuatzi is down, she’ll drop randomized loot—but don’t rush in right away! Her troops will swarm you, so clear them out first before grabbing your spoils.
Got what it takes to beat Viper Napuatzi? With these tips, you’re ready to conquer her and keep pushing forward in Path of Exile 2!
