Radiant Fountain -- 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.

Icon Fountain Grants Fee Contains
Fountain
  • Recover 25% of Maximum Resolve
 a 5 Aureus fee Contains an interactable Fountain
Benevolent Fountain a 150 Aureus fee Contains an interactable Benevolent Fountain
Afflicted Fountain a 5 Aureus fee Contains an interactable Afflicted Fountain
Radiant Fountain
  • Grants a random Boon
  • Removes a random Affliction
  • Grants 200 Inspiration
 a 5 Aureus fee Contains an interactable Radiant Fountain

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Radiant Fountain Sanctum Room

Radiant Fountain rooms contain an interactable Radiant Fountain which grants a random Boon, removes a random Affliction, and grants 200 Inspiration for a 5 Aureus fee.

Name Icon Floor Contains
Radiant Fountain Sanctum Archives Contains Radiant Fountain
Radiant Fountain Sanctum Vaults Contains Radiant Fountain
Radiant Fountain Sanctum Cathedral Contains Radiant Fountain
Radiant Fountain Sanctum Necropolis Contains Radiant Fountain

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)

Ah, the Radiant Fountain in The Forbidden Sanctum! This mystical fountain offers a powerful reward for brave Exiles who reach Floor 8 and beyond. Let's delve into its functionalities and strategic considerations:

Benefits:

  • Boon Barter: For 5 Aureus, you gain a random Boon, which are powerful positive effects that enhance your run. These can range from increased damage and defenses to improved flask effects and item drops.
  • Affliction Cleansing: The Radiant Fountain removes one random Affliction plaguing you. These negative effects can significantly hinder your progress, so removing one can be a massive boon.
  • Inspiration Boost: You receive 200 Inspiration, the resource used for activating Pacts and interacting with some Sanctum rooms. This provides a significant advantage for pushing deeper into the Sanctum.
  • Affliction Reroll: If an Affliction is removed, all Afflicted Rooms on the current floor reroll their negative effects. This allows you to potentially clear the floor of undesirable roadblocks.

Considerations:

  • Cost: 5 Aureus can be a hefty price, especially on higher floors. Weigh the value of the potential rewards against your current Aureus reserves.
  • Randomness: Both the Boon granted and the Affliction removed are random, so there's an element of chance involved. Consider if you're comfortable relying on luck or prioritize more controlled options.
  • Strategic Timing: Decide when to utilize the Radiant Fountain based on your current state and the upcoming challenges on the floor. Removing an Affliction just before facing a tough encounter can be highly beneficial.

Tips:

  • Optimize Boon Chances: Certain items and Relics can influence the types of Boons you receive. Consider incorporating these into your build if specific Boons are particularly valuable to you.
  • Plan for Rerolls: If you have particularly troublesome Afflicted Rooms, utilize the Radiant Fountain after clearing them to potentially get rid of the undesirable effects.
  • Charge Management: Ensure you have enough Aureus available for both the Radiant Fountain and any other potential Sanctum interactions.

Overall, the Radiant Fountain in The Forbidden Sanctum offers a compelling risk-reward proposition. By understanding its benefits, considerations, and strategic possibilities, you can turn this mystical fountain into a valuable asset for conquering the depths of the Sanctum and claiming its hidden treasures. Feel free to ask any further questions about specific Boon and Affliction interactions, optimal usage strategies, or building your run around effectively utilizing the Radiant Fountain!

Remember, Exiles, venturing into the Sanctum requires adaptability and calculated choices. The Radiant Fountain stands as a testament to that, rewarding those who understand its power and wield it wisely!

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