The act 1 boss music in Path of Exile 2 is AWESOME

[@KamilOrmanJanowski]

I'm glad you had fun fighting with Count Geonor and also enjoyed music!

[@sajejeakusuka9269]

Thanks for your hard work Kamil! Wish you and the guys at GGG success for years to come. Cheers.

[@BigMamaLils]

Amazing job on it, absolutely incredible track

[@Moonshainu]

Thank you for making such amazing music!

[@rockkiller124]

You cooked with POE2 OST

[@erfarkrasnobay]

Can't wait to gain access to all PoE2 tracks

[@ElderGamerX]

6:23 Epic boss battle and music ending with "why you give me this shit though?" is the quintessential PoE experience, lol

[@MarcoMeatball]

😂

[@Finigini]

6:30 The funniest part is that "ooo, nice!" Voice line from the merc was triggered by Marco looting the regal orb. Count Geonor: put me out of my misery Merc and Marco: Ooo, a regal!

[@MatPlayingVidyaRPP]

"EASY PREY! -Oh my gawd... harpsichord!"

[@DustinHarms]

Man this was so fun. Out of context - great music. In-context....amazing experience. And how the whole end of Act 1's music is tied together in the boss fight piece? Absolutely stunning. Not to mention the lore of the Ezomytes tied in as well - their gods are much more on the "animalistic" side compared to the other civilizations, and the poem references some Ezomyte lore. These people go way, way back, and while the Count was manipulated by Oriana into this madness, as you play through, the other characters from this region recall when the Count was just....the leader of this area. While the people are happy to see him go from this form, they lament that he had become this in the first place. It's beautifully tragic. Can't wait for more.

[@novotd443]

This fight went straight into my core memories. It's one of those legendary experiences in gaming and I am so grateful that I got to experience it in the first wave of people. A legitimate mark of honor in my gaming career lol

[@MarcoMeatball]

I actually was nervous!

[@oliconbob3179]

2:16 The contrast between Geonor trying to be intimidating and Mercenary being rowdy is just hilarious.

[@MarcoMeatball]

The timing is hilarious

[@Jubanen12]

I love merc voice lines... smoke em out!

[@ootonixoo]

This fight always gives the chills. Absolutely beautiful music and awesome introduction to act bosses.

[@FatalisReigns]

Marco kind of a gamer, doing that second try, not even realizing how impressive that actually is lol nice job, was hoping youd get to listen to this boss theme

[@DimkaTsv]

It's not as hard of a boss for ranged character with some damage (and Marco HAD damage). Cleared with my mercenary first try. If anything first boss of Act 2 (Centaur) probably harder for him. But don't get me wrong, 2 try clear is still respectable. For melee though, it is damn annoying, as second phase is very limited on openings. And last 25% are even more so painful, as corrupted ice beams begin to appear randomly, don't require boss animation, happen at any phase and inflict corrupted blood dot on top of hit damage. Cleared with my monk on... Idk 5-6 try? But now on monk i probably clear bosses easier than on merc. Bell + flurry + lightning infusion + unbound elements are brutal in terms of damage. Right now (cruel act 1) bosses take around 40-50 seconds to kill, or around 3 bell casts. Part of this time is needed to get my first power stack to cast infusion. Ogham boss theme is great though. It is published on KZbin as OST, afaik...

[@XaldirGodofGood]

@@DimkaTsv So, I just ask because I'm being curious, if People say how hard the Bosses are for Melee Characters, are we talking standard difficulty or Hardcore, because I play Warrior, first Time, no Guides or anything and I don't have much Problems, but as I kinda mentioned, I play on Standard so does that make the difference?

[@DimkaTsv]

@@XaldirGodofGood Standard, of course... Hardcore difference is that it is absolutely brutal. Death is permanent there. Usually character that died in hardcore will be moved to standard, but i guess for now in EA standard is where almost everyone is playing.

[@XaldirGodofGood]

@@DimkaTsv Okay, then I guess going for as much DPS and Stun as possible was a good Idea, because as I said, I have a really Fun Time with my Two Handed Warrior^^

[@DimkaTsv]

@@XaldirGodofGood oh, for warrior it is definitely a strat. For my monk stun is cosequence, not direct intent. Even though it makes bursting way easier... Basically enemy stuns on first or second bell, and then gets 2 more bell cast triggers into it... With unbound fury it just melts enemies. In cruel acts i managed to see Count Geanor, Crowbell, and Jamanra safety thresholds. For Crowbell, he gets insane resistances to damage, and starts to run away. For others when you get close to around 10-20% HP they will become invincible, until they phase.

[@lodsup]

not sure if posted but, Your Pulse Quickens.. The Eternal Impure.. With Bloodlust Empowered.. Our Ezomyr Endured.. But soon all were devoured.. In unending war.. Death waited at the door.. Then hour by hour... Men fell as summer soured. You are Hunted.. Fang, tooth and claw.. Tortured under the moon.. The pack suffered but endured.. And howled now in tune.. No Tales were told.. None new, None old.. And their endless hunger... Grew even stronger. As night Falls.. Winter's Chills.. Sought the Unworthy.. Through an Endless Night.. They Wither and Tarry.. Forsaken Frosts.. As Cold as Death.. Of Beira's Misery... The Pack wont Forget. The air grow colder.. Agnar the ruined.. Agnar the impaler.. As swift as death.. And imbued by the moon.. Cursed or gifted.. Branded and Afflicted.. Your veins soon chilled... Agnar shall slay again.

[@ROFLWAFFLELAWL4]

The music and overall tone reminds me of how I felt when we were first shown the Diablo 4 opening cinematic. If only the rest of that game followed that same tone. Thankfully PoE2 is here and seems to be doing just that.

[@acyde125]

That fight and especially the theme had me on such a chokehold i played through act 1 with each character just to enjoy it some more

[@Pshaurk]

BTW in the second phase, the boss's words are a sort of poem. I love the layers

[@pigslayer275]

Can't wait for him to get to the Trial of the Sekhemas. The music there is incredible.

[@BlueTemplar15]

I beat the boss several times by now, and I still get the chills when the Izaro bit starts ! :D

[@joevaldez4889]

Mercenary's voicelines are hilarious lmao.

[@preslim84]

great job! the music in the game is so good and a lot of it clearly inspired from D2. Just a little tip to help you in the future, dont overuse your dodge roll. The recovery animation slows you down compared to just running, so you want to use it as a last second dodge instead of just using it constantly. For example when he does the red ring aoe drop on you (the attack that always gets you) and you're in the centre, pressing dodge roll to get out isnt far enough and you get slowed and get hit. You want to just start running out, then use the dodge at the last second to escape the aoe. Hope that helps, enjoy the game

[@snizzle6174]

The VA in tandem with the music really stole the show for me. It sounds like some false chord vocalization to me just as a metalhead, but someone with more familiarity with the techniques could probably define it better. Either way it sounds awesome and gives those lines that primal volume.

[@vaerrik1082]

This 1000% - I have always kind of looked at lyrics as another instrument, to the point that i subconsciously dont register them the first couple listens lol

[@Psycorde]

When he starts reciting some kind of poem/prayer during mist phase, it's peak

[@MarcoMeatball]

Almost like slam poetry?

[@yvstinvs]

kinda! the whole poem is broken into three parts i think? ​@@MarcoMeatball

[@陳威麟-q7o]

The BGM and narrative are really nice

[@Logarow_Werewolf]

Hello marco! I just discovered a music called “Image Material” by Tatsh while playing a game it was in. I think it is very interesting and fun to analyse. (very well known music in the osu! community)

[@bakutie]

its so good

[@pakman9794]

For your first time fighting him your damage is great dude!

[@Squeekysquid]

Every time I've done this fight I've noticed that the judgemtn ability he does syncs with the voal track in the very final like last 20%.

[@timklafke4712]

This song is such a good suspense builder for such a sick boss fight. Easily was my favorite boss in this game, that phase 2 theme is just perfect.

[@AklyonX]

Glad you got to hear some of the great stuff in poe2!

[@rit0r555]

Hi Marco, I would really like a separate video about the musical theme of this boss. Do you plan to analyze the musical themes from POE 2? By the way, you passed on the second try, you're just incredible :)

[@MarcoMeatball]

I definitely do!

[@DarciaSidTV]

This music is the bane of anyone with chronic alt rerolling habit. Can confirm !

[@sweepingtime]

Loved the music. Also this boss was a pain in the ass to fight.

[@zyfygi4674]

The mercenary quips juxtaposed with the powerful emotional theme of the fight and music are so entertaining lol

[@ferinzz]

he's just out there doing his best work.

[@jarofjam6035]

Reach expanding comment, but also - great analysis as always, even in the midst of a harder fight you can analyze the score which is great

[@AveragePoE_Enjoyer]

My favorite bossfight so far

[@xyg49]

You didn't see it, but there's a second poem he can say while he's running around in the fog.

[@chickenfighterNL]

yoooo marco playing poe2 ive to catch the next stream for sure!

[@betafraud4652]

This fight is definitely one of my favorites just off the aura, but I still can't believe that your channel name is Marco and not Macro...

[@thenitro9667]

Imagine if he reacted to the Shadow fight 2 ost

[@weertangel7231]

This boss took me almost 15 tries(on Sorc) and u just blast through it so much u even skipped a phase. But i totally agree, the music is epic.

[@MarcoMeatball]

😂😂

[@Manwendlil]

"Voices of Empyrian" by Pavel Lipski could be worth a listen to?

[@neovagras980]

Hey Macro Meatball. Have you ever considered reaching to the Yugioh Duel Links music my two favorite tracks are Akiza and Yugo’s themes

[@MarcoMeatball]

Oooo I need to

[@Mad_Peasant_King]

I found this fight to be very fair compared to that mage king in the forest. Although it did take me four tries to take the count down by trying to make the molten blast on warrior stronger, I ended up being one swing from death, and I would've died since the count swung st the same time as I hit him, but luckily that didn't happen. A great final boss for Act 1.

[@MoonScentedHoonter]

tbf King of mists is full of chaos damage, most players will have 0 resistance towards chaos so early, end up taking full damage by most things in that area.

[@Mad_Peasant_King]

@MoonScentedHoonter U had to go back to him after beating the count, and even with better gear and higher level, I still died to him twice. Magic strong, but molten rock stronger!

[@sNNNNNable]

Big talking head ludwig vibes at teh end there lol

[@legiontesta7001]

this music is on kamils channel

[@quinnwilson755]

It is unrelated to this current video, nonetheless I would wholeheartedly recommend you watch and listen to the 'Lord Inquisitor' film.

[@raymondmejorado4732]

Can u do Return to the colony from Stellar Blade

[@uUuWolf16uUu]

Agnar is the sword by the way. Agnar the Impaler.

[@k0v4n0v4]

Marco please cover more of the Xenoblade X ost we need to build hype for the definitive edition!

[@cayninek9]

love this addition to the poe community!

[@MarcoMeatball]

That means a lot!

[@xGoodOldSmurfehx]

Kamil is such an awesome composer, i'm a huge fan of his. I still find myself unsure if Path of Exile 2's music is actually better than POE1's music but it certainly is at least on equal par. But Path of Exile 1's music is insane. Legion is my favorite and Fall of Oriath is what i think of when i think of POE1. That said, POE2's music is... different... in a good way. Boss musics are just always perfect though. And Kamil is not remotely done showing off with POE2. We ain't seen nothing of what Kamil can do with his music after the lessons of Path of Exile 1. Not even close.

[@iforgot383]

btw I'm letting you know 99% of uniques are worth 1 exalted orb and are terrible while some yellows if they have the right stats can go for 100+ exatled

[@Jubanen12]

lol I always have to chuckle when anyone just phases through bosses move, the one where he traps you in with two ice walls in middle to deliver the overhead blow... they changed character hitbox size to 0 which seems to come with some not totally intended results. Your mercanery is kinda toying with this boss! Crazy damage.

[@thoby123]

diesofpoetry

[@JMyapiliscious]

My warrior had a hard time 😢

[@MarcoMeatball]

Rip poor warry

[@THANATOR39]

Marcomeatball can you do a react of main theme of ac revelation please ?

[@MarcoMeatball]

ubisoft hates people talking about their music. sadly.

[@THANATOR39]

@@MarcoMeatball ah shit

[@Sweetguy1821]

Watching other people play makes me realize how badly I suck at games 😂. I went into this fight as a ranger with 250 hp and like 100 dps. Was a struggle to say the least.

[@MarcoMeatball]

i had chat helping me

[@callumnorris3738]

Could you react to the new 1999 ost for warframe cause it’s actually insanely good

[@MarcoMeatball]

Playing it Tuesday

[@callumnorris3738]

@ hope you enjoy it I loved it

[@redmask2167]

Hey Marco! I love your work and I am watching your react to Guilty Gear music. So I ask that can you react to, Crawl (Guilty Gear Strive)

[@MarcoMeatball]

Sure!

[@redmask2167]

@ I was not expecting that… Thank you!!!

[@tagnati5585]

Unfortunately this is the only music I like in the game at the moment.

[@softcoreplebgaming9674]

That damage lol. First try it was a 10 minutes fight for me . 0 dps

[@Noritoshi-r8m]

That boss goes way too hard. Remove a bit of the game's Sound Effects, make the Music and Dialogs max, we will hear a lot better!

[@CrachuaGaming]

FISRT Here!

[@xerpenta]

I love how the beast form is underlined by kind of the Witcher instrumentarium, heavy folk sounds. I love it because it sounds awesome, but also because it shows that we have a clear animalistic, bestial trope that goes back to the Witcher games.