Gauntlet -- Path of Exile
A Sanctum run contains 4 floors, each containing 8 rooms. The 8th room of each floor always contains a Boss. Players can choose to engage in a room every time they encounter the portal to the Sanctum in an area or map, or defer up to 8 rooms (1 floor) to be run consecutively at a later time. Crashing during a Sanctum room will reset progress for that room and will resume the same area on your next map. Aureus and rewards are only locked in upon successful completion of a room. Each Sanctum run is independent between characters on the same account.
Gauntlet Sanctum Room
| Name | Icon | Floor | Contains |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gauntlet | Sanctum Vaults |
All room types other than boss rooms can become Afflicted. Afflicted rooms are indicated by a purple border and cause the character to gain an Affliction on entry.
Each room contains several Guard unique monsters, as well as one of three tasks to complete the room:
- Find the Exit (locate the exit door)
- Defeat all the Guards (defeat every unique Guard)
- Survive (avoid the traps)
- Defeat the Boss (minibosses based on map bosses)
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Ah, the Gauntlet! It's not actually a specific room type in The Forbidden Sanctum, but rather the final phase of the boss encounter with Lycia, the Sanctum's final boss. Prepare for a thrilling race against time and Lycia's relentless pursuit through a gauntlet of traps and hazards!
Here's what you can expect:
Layout:
- The Gauntlet is a linear pathway stretching across a crumbling bridge over a void of swirling red mists.
- Red mist rises and falls throughout the gauntlet, damaging you over time if you stand in it.
- Along the path, you'll encounter various traps and environmental hazards, like:
- Flaming skulls: Spit fireballs in your direction, forcing you to dodge or weave through them.
- Collapsing platforms: crumble beneath your feet, requiring quick platforming skills.
- Rotating blades: Sweep across the path at specific intervals, demanding precise timing.
Challenge:
- You must race through the gauntlet while avoiding the traps and staying ahead of the rising red mist.
- Lycia continuously chases you, launching powerful projectile attacks and summoning minions to slow you down.
- You need to reach the end of the gauntlet and interact with a portal before the red mist engulfs you, resulting in instant death.
Tips for Conquering the Gauntlet:
- Prioritize movement skills: Dashes and blinks are crucial for dodging traps and outrunning the red mist.
- Burst damage Lycia: When possible, deal damage to Lycia to slow her down and create some breathing room.
- Utilize temporary cover: Some platforms offer temporary protection from the red mist and Lycia's attacks.
- Manage time efficiently: Don't dawdle! Every second counts in the Gauntlet.
- Consider the Relics: Certain Relics can grant temporary invincibility or slow down the red mist, providing tactical advantages.
Reward:
- For conquering the Gauntlet and defeating Lycia, you'll be rewarded with:
- Valuable Sanctum Chests with high-tier loot.
- A significant amount of Offering Vessels.
- The satisfaction of conquering the Sanctum's ultimate challenge!
Overall, the Gauntlet is a thrilling and climactic test of your skills and perseverance. By employing quick reflexes, strategic thinking, and mastery of movement skills, you can overcome this final hurdle and claim victory in The Forbidden Sanctum.
Remember, the key to the Gauntlet is constant movement, precise timing, and efficient use of your abilities and resources. Good luck, Exile!
I hope this information, along with the image, helps you conquer the Gauntlet with confidence! Don't hesitate to ask if you have any further questions about The Forbidden Sanctum or Path of Exile in general. I'm always happy to help fellow adventurers!
List of Sanctum Rooms
| Name | Icon | Floor | Contains |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abandoned Library | Sanctum Archives | ||
| Templar Annals | Sanctum Archives | ||
| Chambers of Inscription | Sanctum Archives | ||
| Holy Trials | Sanctum Archives | ||
| Scriptorium | Sanctum Archives | ||
| Candlelit Chapel | Sanctum Archives | ||
| Merchant |  | Sanctum Archives | Contains Merchant |
| Accursed Pact |  | Sanctum Archives | Contains Accursed Pact |
| Fountain |  | Sanctum Archives | Contains Fountain |
| Afflicted Fountain |  | Sanctum Archives | Contains Afflicted Fountain |
| Benevolent Fountain |  | Sanctum Archives | Contains Benevolent Fountain |
| Radiant Fountain |  | Sanctum Archives | Contains Radiant Fountain |
| Offer |  | Sanctum Archives | Offers Items on Completion |
| Major Treasure |  | Sanctum Archives | Contains Major Treasure Reward |
| Minor Treasure |  | Sanctum Archives | Contains Minor Treasure Reward |
| Candlelit Chapel |  | Sanctum Archives | Contains Varakath, the Waxen |
| Battleground | Sanctum Vaults | ||
| Decrepit Cellar | Sanctum Vaults | ||
| Derelict Caverns | Sanctum Vaults | ||
| Gauntlet | Sanctum Vaults | ||
| Reliquary | Sanctum Vaults | ||
| Experimentation Chamber | Sanctum Vaults | ||
| Merchant | | Sanctum Vaults | Contains Merchant |
| Accursed Pact | | Sanctum Vaults | Contains Accursed Pact |
| Fountain | | Sanctum Vaults | Contains Fountain |
| Afflicted Fountain | | Sanctum Vaults | Contains Afflicted Fountain |
| Benevolent Fountain | | Sanctum Vaults | Contains Benevolent Fountain |
| Radiant Fountain | | Sanctum Vaults | Contains Radiant Fountain |
| Offer | | Sanctum Vaults | Offers Items on Completion |
| Major Treasure | | Sanctum Vaults | Contains Major Treasure Reward |
| Minor Treasure | | Sanctum Vaults | Contains Minor Treasure Reward |
| Candlelit Chapel |  | Sanctum Vaults | Contains Braom and Uzar, the Experiments |
| Halls of Worship | Sanctum Cathedral | ||
| Unholy Lair | Sanctum Cathedral | ||
| Infernum | Sanctum Cathedral | ||
| Crucible | Sanctum Cathedral | ||
| Sanctum Bellum | Sanctum Cathedral | ||
| Hall of Mirrors | Sanctum Cathedral | ||
| Merchant | | Sanctum Cathedral | Contains Merchant |
| Accursed Pact | | Sanctum Cathedral | Contains Accursed Pact |
| Offer | | Sanctum Cathedral | Offers Items on Completion |
| Fountain | | Sanctum Cathedral | Contains Fountain |
| Afflicted Fountain | | Sanctum Cathedral | Contains Afflicted Fountain |
| Benevolent Fountain | | Sanctum Cathedral | Contains Benevolent Fountain |
| Radiant Fountain | | Sanctum Cathedral | Contains Radiant Fountain |
| Major Treasure | | Sanctum Cathedral | Contains Major Treasure Reward |
| Minor Treasure | | Sanctum Cathedral | Contains Minor Treasure Reward |
| Candlelit Chapel |  | Sanctum Cathedral | Contains Xenathar, Templar Reaper |
| Lost Catacombs | Sanctum Necropolis | ||
| Desecrated Crypts | Sanctum Necropolis | ||
| Undercroft | Sanctum Necropolis | ||
| Entombment | Sanctum Necropolis | ||
| Mausoleum | Sanctum Necropolis | ||
| Sanctum Sanctorum | Sanctum Necropolis | ||
| Fountain | | Sanctum Necropolis | Contains Fountain |
| Afflicted Fountain | | Sanctum Necropolis | Contains Afflicted Fountain |
| Benevolent Fountain | | Sanctum Necropolis | Contains Benevolent Fountain |
| Radiant Fountain | | Sanctum Necropolis | Contains Radiant Fountain |
| Merchant | | Sanctum Necropolis | Contains Merchant |
| Accursed Pact | | Sanctum Necropolis | Contains Accursed Pact |
| Offer | | Sanctum Necropolis | Offers Items on Completion |
| Major Treasure | | Sanctum Necropolis | Contains Major Treasure Reward |
| Minor Treasure | | Sanctum Necropolis | Contains Minor Treasure Reward |
| Candlelit Chapel |  | Sanctum Necropolis | Contains Lycia, Unholy Heretic |