How to Defeat Manoki in Path of Exile 2
In Path of Exile 2, anomaly bosses in Path of Exile 2 are special boss fights. One of the anomaly bosses is Manoki, the final boss of the Jade Isle map. This fight serves as a callback to Act 4 while introducing higher difficulty and endgame-level pressure.
This guide explains how to access the Jade Isle map, what to expect from Manoki's encounter, and how to prepare for the boss fight.
Who Is Manoki
Manoki is an endgame version of Tavakai, the Karui Chieftain players first encounter in Act 4 of Path of Exile 2. While the core mechanics of the fight remain familiar, the endgame version significantly raises the stakes. Manoki appears as the final boss of the Jade Isle map, which is part of the Atlas but not immediately accessible.
Despite being an Atlas map, Jade Isle is considered rare and is hidden behind special conditions that must be met before you can even attempt the encounter. This added layer of difficulty makes Manoki both a mechanical and navigational challenge.
How to Access the Jade Isle Map
Before you can fight Manoki, you must first locate the Jade Isle. The map is shrouded by a Maelstrom, which blocks access until it is removed. To find it, explore the Atlas carefully, especially near water-based regions. The Maelstrom is visually distinct and relatively easy to spot once you are in the correct area.
To remove the Maelstrom, you'll need to clear the connected surrounding maps. These maps act as prerequisites and must be completed before you can progress. During this process, you will also need to disable a Karui Beacon, which is directly tied to the Maelstrom's presence.
Once the beacon is deactivated and the surrounding maps are cleared, the path to Jade Isle will open, allowing you to enter and challenge Manoki.
Jade Isle Layout and Atmosphere
Upon entering the Jade Isle, players will immediately notice the familiar layout. The island closely resembles Nagakanu from Act 4, specifically the version encountered after Tavakai steals the ancient weapon and spreads Blood Fever across the land.
This familiarity can be helpful, as it gives returning players a sense of spatial awareness. However, do not let the familiar terrain lull you into complacency—the enemies and boss mechanics are tuned for endgame characters.
Manoki Boss Fight Overview
The fight against Manoki is divided into three distinct phases, mirroring the Act 4 encounter but with higher damage, faster pacing, and increased punishment for mistakes.
Phase One: Semi-Human Form
In the first phase, Manoki appears in his semi-human form, closely resembling Tavakai's original appearance. His attacks are relatively straightforward, but still dangerous. The most notable threat in this phase is his slam attack, which can deal heavy damage if you are caught standing still.
Once you reduce Manoki's health by approximately 60%, he will initiate a transformation. During this process, he retreats toward Tukohama's shrine and fully restores his health. Be prepared for the transition, as this marks the beginning of a more aggressive phase.
Phase Two: Corruption and Ground Attacks
In phase two, Manoki gains access to corrupted attacks and significantly stronger slam abilities. Many of his skills involve spikes erupting from the ground, creating delayed area-of-effect attacks.
The delay on these ground spikes gives players a brief window to reposition, making movement speed and awareness crucial. Builds that rely on standing still may struggle here unless properly optimized.
After reducing his health by around 80%, Manoki will once again transform and return to full health, setting the stage for the final phase.
Phase Three: Relentless Pressure
The third phase is the most dangerous. Manoki becomes much faster and begins using frequent and overlapping AoE attacks. The arena quickly becomes hostile, and positioning is critical.
If the fight drags on too long, Manoki will eventually cover the entire arena with a damage-over-time ground effect. This effect rapidly drains life flasks and leaves very little room for error. At this point, prolonged survival becomes nearly impossible, so defeating him quickly is essential.
High damage output, efficient flask usage, and strong defensive layers are key to surviving this phase.
Rewards for Defeating Manoki
Defeating Manoki is not only a test of skill but also a rewarding endgame activity. The following unique items can drop from the encounter:
Kaom's Madness
Rakiata's Flow
Tawhoa's Tending
Tasalio's Rhythm
These items are valuable additions to many builds and can also be traded for POE 2 Currency, making the Jade Isle map a worthwhile target for both progression and profit.
Final Thoughts
Manoki is a standout endgame boss in Path of Exile 2, combining narrative continuity with challenging mechanics. From locating the Maelstrom-shrouded Jade Isle to surviving a brutal three-phase fight, this encounter demands preparation, awareness, and efficient damage output.
Whether you are farming unique drops, progressing your Atlas, or seeking valuable POE 2 Currency, mastering the Manoki fight is a rewarding milestone in the endgame journey of Path of Exile 2.
MMOexp POE 2 Team