If you have been eyeing the idea of commanding a loyal crew of minions in Path of Exile 2, you are in for a treat. This game has always had strong summoner options, and the sequel is turning things up a notch. There are two main paths to go down – the returning Witch and the fiery new Infernalist – both built around minions but with completely different vibes. The Witch sticks to the tried-and-true undead commander role, while the Infernalist is all about charging into battle with a handful of brutal demonic allies. Pick right, and you will set yourself up for a build that feels natural to your playstyle, especially once you have the right PoE 2 Items in place.

The Witch is that classic necromancer archetype. You hang back, let skeletons, zombies, and other undead handle the dirty work. In PoE 2’s new gem system, she can slot a bunch of different minion types and juice them up with overlapping auras, curses, and utility skills. It is a slower, more deliberate style. You will often find yourself focusing on positioning, making sure your horde is in the right place at the right time. Once things are set up, you watch the screen fill with chaos as your army grinds everything to dust. This is a great choice if you like the idea of being a general, staying out of harm’s way while enemies melt under your minions’ constant pressure.

The Infernalist, on the other hand, does not bother with disposable fodder. Instead, you summon a handful of strong, hellish creatures and join them in smashing enemies face-to-face.

The big hook here is transformation – you can morph your basic demon into a bigger, nastier version mid-fight. Skills sync with the creatures’ attacks, so it is less about watching and more about timing your moves with theirs. You will be dodging, striking, and creating openings together. It is frantic, up-close gameplay and suits players who want their personal actions tied directly into their minions’ impact on the battlefield.

Choosing between them is really about what kind of commander you want to be. Fans of large-scale, methodical domination will enjoy the Witch’s control-heavy, almost RTS-like style. Players chasing a high-energy, tag-team combat feel will gravitate toward the Infernalist.

Whatever you choose, remember that minion survival will make or break your build – invest in their life and resistances early. Damage auras are worth stacking too, since they scale insanely well for any pet-based setup. And when the grind starts, having a stash of solid cheap PoE 2 Items can keep your army – and your momentum – rolling strong.