Path of Exile 2: Yama the White Boss Guide

Path of Exile 2's Trial of Path of Exile 2 Currency the Ancestors culminates in an intense and cinematic battle against Yama the White, a boss who combines speed, clones, and arcane power into one fast-paced fight. If you've been cruising through Chapter 4 without much resistance, Yama will quickly remind you to stay on your toes. With his barrage of magical attacks, area denial mechanics, and soul-rending phase, he stands out as one of the more memorable encounters in this section of the game.

While many players complain about his unpredictable clone mechanics, Yama the White isn't insurmountable. This guide will break down how to find him, his attack patterns, and the best strategies to secure victory - and that all-important Tattoo of Hinekora, which grants +2 Weapon Set Passive Skill Points. 

Where to Find Yama the White in Path of Exile 2

Yama the White is the final boss of the Trial of the Ancestors questline. The quest itself is optional and not required to complete Chapter 4's main storyline, which means many players can miss him entirely.

To trigger the fight, you'll need to explore the Island of Kin, located off the main story path. The Trial of the Ancestors begins here, but you'll only find the route to Yama by progressing into the Volcanic Warrens. After defeating the zone boss, the door to Yama's encounter will open.
It's worth noting:

If you've already completed Cruel Difficulty, the Tattoo reward won't appear again.
Even without the Tattoo, the loot drops, the Mana Pool bonus (+5% if you fully explore), and the sheer fun of the encounter make it worth your time.

Yama the White's Abilities and Attacks

Yama the White is a white-furred monkey boss with trickster-style abilities reminiscent of mythological figures like Sun Wukong. His moveset combines magical barrages, AOE zoning abilities, and clone summoning. Here's a breakdown of what you'll face:

Arcane Missile Barrage - Fires multiple tracking missiles that curve around the room. It can be blocked by pillars.
Staff Melee Strike - A short-range physical hit when you're too close.
Purple AOE Circle - Creates a damaging purple stain on the floor that lingers and punishes standing still.
Purple Cone Flamethrower - Emits three arcs of purple fire from his staff, moving with his position.
Melee Combo - A staff swing into a leaping dropkick.
Clone Summon - Magical copies appear on surrounding pillars, each firing arcane missiles simultaneously.
Diving Staff Attack - Teleports into the air, then crashes down with splash damage.
Soul Tear Mechanic - Freezes you, then sends out spirit clones. You must find and reach the correct one or POE 2 Divine Orbs for sale suffer devastating damage.