Path of Exile 2: How to unlock the lair and travel to it?

In Path of Exile 2, players have the thrilling chance to craft their own unique lair, akin to features from the previous game. In fact, you can possess multiple lairs! However, the game does not provide clear instructions on how to unlock and manage your lair effectively. This guide will explain the steps necessary to secure your lair and how to access it once it’s available.

Unlocking the Lair

To gain access to a lair in Path of Exile 2, you must first complete the main story and reach the epilogue. This entails finishing the initial three acts and then replaying them at a higher difficulty level.

After fulfilling this requirement, you can acquire the Map Artifact by speaking to the character named Doryani. The Map Artifact functions as a world atlas, displaying various maps and unique activities meant to enhance your gameplay experience.

Once you have the Map Artifact, keep these points in mind:

• You can randomly generate lair maps using the Map Artifact.
• Be on the lookout for the icon that signifies a lair.
• When you find a lair, utilize a guide stone to enter its location, where you will face groups of enemies that you must defeat.
• Eliminate all monsters, including the boss, to claim the lair.
• Be careful; if you die during this encounter, you won’t be able to claim the lair, and it will remain locked.

Generally, you should discover your first lair within the first ten maps you explore with the Map Artifact, so stay attentive to the map icons as you advance.

Additionally, multiple lairs can be obtained since the lair icons appear with some regularity. With a bit of determination, you should be able to seize more lairs.

If you bought the Early Access Contributor Package known as King of Faridun, priced at approximately 92.40 euros, you will have immediate access to the Armored Lair as a special perk starting from Act 2 of the campaign, allowing you to skip the storyline completion requirement.

Accessing the Lair

Once your lair is available, entering it is simple. Here’s how to reach your lair:

• During gameplay, open the world map menu at any time.
• Look towards the right side of the screen.
• You will see a blue icon featuring the lair symbol.
• This icon allows you to travel directly to your lair instantly.

Keep in mind that you can customize your lair with decorative items you collect in the game or receive as rewards from various activities. In your lair, you can arrange chests, workbenches, and even access the Map Artifact. This space is ideal for strategizing your next moves or inviting other players for trading and collaboration.