Path of Exile 2 (PoE 2)

Candlemass, the Living Rite Boss Guide

Path of Exile 2 - Candlemass, the Living Rite
Candlemass, the Living Rite is an Act 1 Optional Boss in Path of Exile 2 (PoE 2). See the location, the drops or rewards, and tips on how to beat Candlemass the Living Rite here.

Candlemass, the Living Rite Location

Ogham Manor - Act 1

You can find Candlemass at the Fallen Altar on the first floor of Ogham Manor in Act 1.

Ogham Manor Location, Quests, and Bosses

Ogham Manor Layout

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It is important to note that the areas are randomly generated and that the maps used are meant to serve as a general guide to the map layout.

How to Beat Candlemass, the Living Rite

Wait for the Spin Before Dodging the Unblockable

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Candlemass’s most devastating attack is its unblockable slash. When it glows red and raises its sword, it’s preparing for this move. Stay calm and focus on its movements—wait for Candlemass to start spinning before Dodge Rolling to avoid the attack. Dodging too early will likely result in getting hit.

Stay Close to Avoid the Fire Barrage

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Another one of Candlemass's high-threat moves is the fire barrage, which unleashes a massive area-of-effect attack in front of it. The safest spot during this attack is behind the boss. To position yourself effectively, stay close to Candlemass throughout the fight, and when it initiates the fire barrage, Dodge Roll behind it to evade the damage.

Candlemass, the Living Rite Movesets

List of All Moves

Moves Details and Tips
Fire Barrage
Candlemass charges up for a moment before unleashing a barrage of projectiles that explode within a small area.
How to Dodge: This attack can reach any part of the area, regardless of your current position. However, it is still recommended to position yourself to the side or behind the boss to be able to counterattack. It is also possible to dodge roll through a part of the attack if you do find yourself in the middle of it.
Flame Slash
Candlemass raises its weapon overhead, before spinning and releasing a projectile slash forward.
How to Dodge: Once you see the boss raise its weapon, wait a beat before dodging to the side or through the attack. Keep in mind that the attack comes out a beat earlier later than you might think
Flamethrower
Candlemass condenses its power towards its mouth, glowing brightly, before breathing fire and following your general position.
How to Dodge: Though the attack does follow your position, it moves rather slowly. Keep moving in one direction or dodge through the flames to avoid taking damage.
Jump Slash
When you are a considerable distance away, Candlemass quickly leaps toward your general direction, splitting the ground in front of it.
How to Dodge: Time your dodge away and to the side from the boss once you see the boss about to jump.
Default Melee Attack
A series of melee swings that deal damage in front of it.
How to Dodge: Position yourself to its sides or behind it to avoid taking damage. Use this opportunity to weave in your attacks.

Candlemass, the Living Rite Overview and Rewards

Basic Info

Path of Exile 2 - Candlemass, the Living Rite Act 1 Boss
Location Act 1
Ogham Manor
Resistances ・ Fire
・ Cold
・ Physical
Weaknesses ・ None
Damage Types ・ Physical
・ Fire
Debuffs ・ Ignite

Rewards

・ Candlemass' Essence - Grants +20 Maximum Life
・ Cruel: Candlemass' Essence - Grants 8% Increased Maximum Life

Defeating Candlemass, the Living Rite grants these rewards, either as direct drops or as a quest completion bonus.

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