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Path of Exile 2 - Rootdredge
Rootdredge is an Act 3 Optional Boss in Path of Exile 2 (PoE 2). See the location, the drops or rewards, tips on how to beat Rootdredge, and its moves and mechanics here.

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Rootdredge Location

Sandswept Marsh - Act 3

Path of Exile 2 - Rootdredge Map Location

Rootdredge can be encountered at the Foul Ritual, a random location in the Sandswept Marsh area of Act 3.

Sandswept Marsh Location, Quests, and Bosses

Sandswept Marsh Layout

Sandswept Marsh Map Layout

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 Rootdredge

Tips on Beating Rootdredge
Checkmark Be Careful of Glowing Green Enemies
Checkmark Prioritize Clearing Zombies

Be Careful of Glowing Green Enemies

Path of Exile 2 - Rootdredge Be Careful of Any Glowing Green Enemies

Rootdredge's most dangerous spells both involve glowing zombies and corpses. These abilities can shotgun, hitting you multiple times and deal lethal damage in an instant! Stay vigilant for green homing projectiles and brightly glowing zombies or corpses, as they will soon explode, dealing massive damage.

Prioritize Clearing Zombies

Path of Exile 2 - Rootdredge Prioritize Clearing the Zombies

Rootdredge relies on the summoned zombies as ammunition for its most dangerous spells. Be sure to clear the arena of any additional enemies before focusing your attacks on Rootdredge.

Rootdredge Moves and Mechanics

List of All Moves and Mechanics

Move or Mechanic Details & How to Dodge
Corpse Explosion
Nearby zombies and corpses glow green and detonate after a short delay, dealing significant Fire Damage. Avoid being surrounded, even by corpses, as multiple explosions can “shotgun” and instantly kill you.
Homing Corpse Explosion
Transforms zombies into homing projectiles that explode shortly after impact. This move becomes dangerous when multiple projectiles detonate simultaneously. Wait for them to start exploding before Dodge Rolling to safety.
Summon Zombies
A swarm of zombies rises slowly from the water. Prioritize eliminating these additional enemies as soon as possible to avoid being overwhelmed.
Quicksand
Creates quicksand directly beneath you, slowing your movement the longer you stay in it. This move is particularly deadly when paired with corpse explosion attacks. Stay calm, and prioritize Dodge Rolling any incoming explosions. If it's safe, you can Dodge Roll away from the quicksand

Rootdredge Overview and Rewards

Basic Info

Path of Exile 2 - Rootdredge Act 3 Boss
Location Act 3
Sandswept Marsh
Resistances ・ Physical
・ Cold
Weaknesses ・ Fire
Damage Types ・ Physical
・ Fire
Debuffs ・ Quicksand

Rewards

・ Uncut Skill Gem Level 9

Defeating Rootdredge grants these rewards, either as direct drops or as a quest completion bonus.

Path of Exile 2 (PoE 2) Related Guides

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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 -

Trial Bosses

Bahlak, the Sky Seer Uxmal, the Beastlord Chetza, the Feathered Plague
Rattlecage, the Earthbreaker Terracota Sentinels Ashar, the Sand Mother

Pinnacle Bosses

Zarokh, the Temporal Xesht, We That Are One The Arbiter of Ash
The Trialmaster Kosis, the Revelation Omniphobia, Fear Manifest

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3 Anonymous25 days

Same as of Feb 25, 2025

2 Don Sonny2 months

Same thing

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