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Test of Cunning Barya Guide: What You Need to Know Before Entering
The Test of Cunning Barya is a key item used to enter the final and most challenging stage of the Trial of the Sekhemas in Path of Exile 2. This trial is a gauntlet of three tests—Strength, Will, and Cunning—with the Test of Cunning being the last and hardest part, featuring complex traps, puzzle-like mechanics, and a tough final boss named Ashar the Sand Mother.
What You Need to Know Before Entering Test of Cunning Barya:
Entry Requirement:
You need the Test of Cunning Barya coin, a Sekhemas Coin obtained randomly in the world or as a reward during the Trial of the Sekhemas questline. Place this coin on the Relic Altar at the start of the trial run to activate the Test of Cunning.
Trial Structure:
The Test of Cunning is the third test in the sequence, following the Test of Strength and Test of Will. By the time you reach it, you will have accumulated the most afflictions and have the least amount of honor, making it the toughest challenge.
Challenges and Mechanics:
The test introduces numerous traps such as fire traps, quicksand pools, and moving platforms that require precise movement and timing. Puzzle elements demand attention and careful navigation rather than brute force. Staying out of melee range and avoiding trap platforms is critical.
Best Character Types:
High-mobility builds excel here, as dodging traps and repositioning quickly are essential. Ranged characters or those with strong movement skills have a significant advantage.
Boss Fight:
The final boss, Ashar the Sand Mother, has complex attack patterns and summons adds. Learning her mechanics and maintaining mobility are key to victory.
Preparation Tips:
Choose relics carefully before starting to gain beneficial bonuses.
Avoid unnecessary damage by learning trap locations and timing.
Maintain high survivability through resistances and life/energy shield.
Use movement skills to avoid traps and boss attacks efficiently.
Retry Mechanic:
If you die during the trial, you can speak to Balbala to receive another Barya coin and attempt the trial again until successful.
The Test of Cunning Barya demands a combination of sharp reflexes, strategic planning, and high mobility. It is a trial designed to test your ability to outmaneuver traps and solve environmental challenges, culminating in a tough boss fight. Proper preparation, understanding the mechanics, and choosing the right relics and build will greatly increase your chances of success.
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