Path Of Exile: The Ruler Of Highgate Quest Walkthrough

Quest Overview

The Ruler of Highgate quest is located in Act 9 and involves finding the kidnapped leader of Highgate, Oyun, while offering significant rewards, including a free Passive Point.

Starting the Quest

Initiate the Quest:

Upon entering Highgate, speak to either Irasha or Tasuni. They will inform you that Kira has kidnapped Oyun with plans to sacrifice her to Garukhan.

Quest Objective:

Your mission is to rescue Oyun from The Quarry where Kira intends to complete her ritual.

Navigating to The Quarry

To reach The Quarry, follow this waypoint route from Highgate:

The Descent

The Vastiri Desert

The Foothills

The Tunnel

The Quarry

In The Quarry

Activate the Waypoint:

Once in The Quarry, immediately activate the waypoint for easy travel later.

Find The Shrine of the Winds:

Move west from the waypoint until you locate The Shrine of the Winds.

Confronting Kira and Garukhan

Inside The Shrine of the Winds, you'll encounter Kira conducting a ritual. Prepare for a challenging battle against Garukhan, the Queen of the Winds.

How To Defeat Garukhan

Battle Strategy

Resistance to Damage Types: Garukhan is resistant to Chaos and Elemental damage. Adjust your build or tactics to focus on physical damage for maximum effectiveness.

Avoid Tornadoes: During the fight, she will summon tornadoes that inflict Physical Damage. Keep moving to dodge these attacks.

Melee Charge: Garukhan charges at you with a melee combo. Use skills like Frostblink, Dash, or Leap Slam to evade and reposition effectively.

Phase Run: She will utilize Phase Run to navigate the battlefield. Maintain your distance and strike when she is vulnerable.

Dealing with Adds

After sustaining enough damage, Garukhan will summon Kira, Sand Warriors, and Sand Goliaths.

Like Garukhan, Kira is resistant to Chaos Damage and applies Corrupted Blood with her spear, so prepare accordingly.

The additional foes are not as threatening, so focus your damage on Garukhan while managing the ads to avoid being overwhelmed.

After the Battle: Soul of Garukhan

Once defeated, you will acquire the Sekhema Feather. You must choose whom to give it to between Irasha and Tasuni.

Making Your Choice

Return to Highgate:

Deliver the Sekhema Feather to either Irasha or Tasuni. Your choice has no lasting gameplay impact but provides different dialogue options.

If you choose Irasha, Tasuni will express mild annoyance, but the quest outcome remains the same.

Rewards

Regardless of your choice, you will receive a Book of Skill. Clicking it grants you a free Passive Point and some experience (XP), enhancing your character's abilities.

Maximizing Your POE Currency and Items

Trade Valuable Drops: After completing the quest, focus on trading any valuable loot or POE currency you acquire throughout your adventures to enhance your gear and build.

Use Passive Points Wisely: Allocate the Passive Point obtained from the quest to optimize your character's performance, focusing on key attributes that complement your build.

Manage Resources: Keep track of your POE Currency and PoE items. Invest in crafting or purchasing gear that synergizes with your character's abilities, ensuring you remain competitive in later acts.

Conclusion

Completing The Ruler of Highgate quest not only rewards you with a valuable Passive Point but also adds depth to Highgate's storyline. Prepare effectively for the encounter with Garukhan by adjusting your strategies based on her resistance and mechanics. Utilize your rewards to enhance your build and enjoy the benefits of this pivotal quest in Path of Exile!