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[PoE2 0.4] Twister Huntress Act1 100% Speedrun in 39 Minutes UNCUT

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Summary

  • A comprehensive “100%” speedrun of Act 1 in Path of Exile 2 (Version 0.4) completed in approximately 39 minutes.
  • Detailed character progression through all primary and secondary quests, including the optional Mud Burrow zone.
  • Utilization of the Huntress class, specifically leveraging Twister and Spear-based combat mechanics.
  • The run culminates in the final confrontation with the Count and the revelation of Hyana’s betrayal.

Shipwreck and Initial Survival

The journey begins following a violent shipwreck. Waking among the wreckage, the Huntress finds a “lucky break” in the form of a weapon she swore never to wield again. The surrounding area is infested with “rath”—the sickness or corruption plaguing the land.

  • First Combat: Engage with early corrupted enemies and a minor boss who demands surrender.
  • The Sickness: Combat reveals that the corruption is stronger than anticipated, twisting both the land and its inhabitants.
  • Progression: Move quickly through the starting area, lamenting that friends did not live to see the transformation of the world.

Arrival at the Outpost and The Devourer

Upon reaching civilization, interact with various NPCs including Venkat and local merchants. The focus shifts toward purging a major threat known as the Devourer.

  • NPC Interaction: Channel violence against the “devourer” as requested by local survivors.
  • Merchant Gear: Briefly check for runes and equipment that might aid in the hunt.
  • Boss Encounter (Cleafell): Face the “slimy bastard” Cleafell. Use wind-based abilities to neutralize the threat.
  • Observation: Notice that “rath” does not discriminate, affecting witches and innocents alike.

The Mud Burrow and The Beacons

Enter the Mud Burrow, an optional but relevant zone for full character progression. The environment is dominated by strange magic and giant creatures that no common beast could create.

  • Environmental Puzzles: Locate and light a series of lamps or beacons to “chase away the gloom.”
  • Combat Barks: Frequently utilize abilities tied to “the winds” and spear-based strikes to clear packs of Vargul and other corrupted beasts.
  • Beacon Tracking: Systematically light five distinct beacons across the region to progress the quest state.

The Praetor’s Tomb and The Widow

Deep within the gloom, the Huntress hears the distant yelling of an NPC whose family has been abducted. This leads to a descent into a tomb.

  • The Widow: Confront the Praetor’s wife, a boss residing within the tomb. Use rapid spear rotations and wind utility to ensure she stays “good and buried.”
  • Asmeri Heritage: Reference the ancient nature of the Asmeri people while battling through “grim tangles” of magic.
  • The Steeple of Death: Encounter an NPC attempting to summon dark forces to a “steeple of death.” Defeat the summoners to prevent the arrival of “something better left well alone.”

The Hunt for the Tyrant

As the beacons are lit and the minor threats are cleared, the focus turns to the “tyrant” of the region. The Huntress expresses a desire to “stick his head on a pike.”

  • Combat Performance: Maintain a high tempo, using skills to clear “ugly mushrooms” and high-threat targets while managing mana and health.
  • Final Preparations: Trade with merchants one last time to optimize gear before the act’s climax.

Final Confrontation: The Count and Hyana

The final stage of Act 1 takes place at the Count’s stronghold. The Huntress confronts the Count, only to witness a betrayal between the act’s primary antagonists.

  • The Trap: The Count attempts to sacrifice the Huntress, ordering his subordinates to “release the beast.”
  • The Betrayal: Hyana, the hooded manipulator, abandons the Count, labeling him too weak to complete the task. She departs, leaving the Count to face the Huntress alone.
  • The Transformation: Driven to madness and desperation, the Count transforms into a monstrous form, threatening to “take out your heart.”
  • Victory: Defeat the Count’s final form. The Huntress reflects on the victory while acknowledging that Hyana—the “manipulative whore”—is still at large.

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