Jamanra the Abomination is a formidable Act 2 boss in Path of Exile 2 that truly tests your build and mechanics before you venture into Act 3 and beyond. This guide will help you understand where to find Jamanra, outline his attack phases, and offer strategies-whether you're playing melee or ranged-to overcome his tricky moves.

Where to Find Jamanra the Abomination

Location:

Approximately halfway through Act 2, you'll encounter Jamanra the Abomination atop the Hilani Gates area, following the Traitor's Passage.

Quest Integration:

As part of the main questline, near death Jamanra will flee and trigger a sandstorm that forces you to build the Horn of Vastiri.

Preparation Quests:

To create the Horn of Vastiri, complete the quests: A Theft of Ivory, A Crown of Stone, and The City of Seven Wonders. Then, travel from the Ardua Caravan to Deshar, then to the Spires of Deshar, and defeat Tor Gul, the Defiler. Next, visit The Dreadnought with Sekhema Asala before arriving at Dreadnought Vanguard, where you'll face Jamanra the Abomination alongside Sekhema (though she provides limited help).

How to Beat Jamanra the Abomination

General Preparation

Level & Gear:

Aim to be at least level 32 with gear roughly in the level 22–31 range.

Weapon: Use the highest-level weapon you can find-if necessary, purchase one from vendors, farm Spires of Deshar/The Dreadnought, or gamble with Risa at the Ardua Caravan.

Damage Profile:

Jamanra is weak to Cold damage but strong against Fire and Lightning. While some have defeated him using Fire damage, consider incorporating skills (or even a support like Flammability) to help whittle him down.

Defensive Considerations:

Prioritize gear that boosts Energy Shield, Armor, or Evasion (do not replace older equipment if it's still competitive) to help you mitigate his attacks.

Phase One: Jamanra's Initial Assault

In the first phase, Jamanra the Abomination displays a series of attacks that test your dodging and positioning:

Electrical Pillars:

Behavior: He summons two pillars linked by electricity that slowly move around the arena.

Strategy: These are easy to dodge if you maintain distance. Avoid being hit by their shockwaves.

Quick Electrical Pillars:

Behavior: Similar to the above, but closer together and dart around unpredictably.

Strategy: Maintain as much distance as possible; if they converge, be ready to dodge quickly.

Sandstorm Attack ("By the Sands"):

Behavior: Jamanra summons a sandstorm that rapidly depletes your health and summons several undead.

Strategy (Melee): Take cover behind Asala's shield and clear out the adds without leaving her protection.

Strategy (Ranged): Maintain distance and focus on dodging the sandstorm while continuing your assault.

Justice Explosion:

Behavior: He causes two ground explosions that turn the area black and deal massive damage.

Strategy: Stay behind him when he raises his arm to signal this attack.

Unlimited Power:

Behavior: Jamanra shoots lightning from his fingertips in a frontal burst.

Strategy: Dodge behind him to avoid the attack, and then counter with your damage.

Phase Two: The Dreadnought Awakens

Once Jamanra's health is depleted by around 5 million, he regenerates roughly 3 million health and shifts into a more challenging phase:

Tornadoes:

Behavior: A persistent tornado roams the map, disrupting your positioning.

Strategy: Dodge or keep a safe distance to avoid being caught in the tornado's path.

Sword Swing & Horizontal Slash:

Behavior: Jamanra summons a massive sword to slash in front of him, with Horizontal Slash delivering high damage.

Strategy: Dodge to the side (or backwards) to evade these attacks-getting behind him minimizes the damage.

Additional Electric Pillars:

Behavior: More pairs of Electric Pillars are summoned, making the battlefield trickier to navigate.

Strategy: Dodge or reposition around them; wait for them to drift away before closing in.

Ten Thousand Spears:

Behavior: Spears rain down where you were standing when Jamanra began his attack.

Strategy: Quickly move left or right to avoid the falling spears.

Lightning Bolts & Fire Gates:

Behavior: Bolts crash from the sky, and massive gates shoot streams of daggers.

Strategy: Head in the opposite direction of the lightning, and roll through the Fire Gates cautiously (remember, they severely limit your mobility).

Melee vs. Ranged Strategies

Melee Strategy:

Phase One: Stay close to Jamanra-ideally behind him-to make use of your melee attacks (Quarterstaff or Mace).

During Sandstorm: Use Asala's shield for cover and clear out the additional undead before re-engaging.

Phase Two: Continue to position yourself behind Jamanra to avoid his wide-reaching sword attacks, and use skills like Leap Slam to close the gap quickly when safe.

Ranged Strategy:

Phase One: Maintain a safe distance and position yourself to the side or behind Jamanra, avoiding the frontal Justice Explosion.

Electrical Pillars: Dodge through them, but be cautious of the fast-moving variants.

Phase Two: Stay at a distance to dodge lightning bolts, tornadoes, and Fire Gates. Use AoE attacks to maintain sustained pressure without risking proximity.

Final Tips and Gear Considerations

Gear Up:

Ensure your equipment is upgraded with POE 2 currency and POE 2 items to boost your defenses (Energy Shield, Armor, Evasion) and increase your damage output.

Weapon Priority:

Your weapon should be the highest-level and highest-damage option available. If necessary, invest in purchasing or gambling for an upgrade.

Resistances:

Since Jamanra is weak to Cold but strong against Fire and Lightning, tailor your gear accordingly-swap in fire resistances and consider skills like Flammability if needed.

Flask Management:

Efficient use of flasks is crucial-keep them ready for healing during chip damage from sandstorms, explosions, and lingering AoEs.

Positioning:

Always aim to stay behind Jamanra when possible. This reduces the chance of being hit by his frontal attacks and gives you extra reaction time.

Practice Makes Perfect:

This boss fight is a test of patience and precision. Use checkpoints wisely to learn his attack patterns, and don't hesitate to take breaks if needed.

Conclusion

With careful positioning, efficient use of your flasks, and the right gear upgrades purchased using Path of Exile 2 currency and Path of Exile 2 items, you'll have a solid chance of defeating Jamanra the Abomination. By focusing on dodging his electrical pillars, avoiding his devastating explosions, and adapting your strategy between melee and ranged playstyles, you'll be well-equipped to handle this tough Act 2 challenge.

Good luck, Exile, and may your build and gear carry you through to victory as you continue your journey through Wraeclast!