Waystones serve as a pivotal element in the challenging endgame of Path of Exile 2. They are essential for progression, acting as the primary source for acquiring loot and upgrades. Mastering the process of farming and sustaining these Waystones is crucial for any player looking to thrive in the endgame. Initially, the task may seem daunting; however, once you craft an effective farming strategy, obtaining Waystones will become significantly simpler. Below is a comprehensive guide on how to maximize your Waystone farming in Path of Exile 2.
Acquiring Waystones in Path of Exile 2
Waystones drop from a variety of monsters, as well as from destructible objects and chests found within maps. You should consider these items as an “uncommon” drop within the loot system, meaning it’s essential to eliminate all enemies you encounter in a map to boost the overall “quantity of items found.”
To increase your drop rates, leverage bonuses from Precursor Tablet buffs obtained in Lost Towers or strategically enhance your Atlas Passive Tree. However, bear in mind that beginning your endgame journey can be challenging, as players start with minimal resources.
In the initial stages of the endgame, purchase Tier 1-5 Waystones from Doryani’s shop. This approach is arguably the best method to secure Waystones early on, as they can be acquired solely with gold. Additionally, if you have the means, consider buying higher-tier Waystones from other players; this can provide a significant boost in your Waystone inventory, assisting you in completing the endgame quest, Cataclysm’s Wake.
Furthermore, it’s important to note that you can reforge Waystones using the Reforging Bench located in your hideout, where three Waystones of the same tier can be combined to create one Waystone of the next tier.
Optimal Waystone Farming Strategy
Once you unlock mapping and begin to accumulate Atlas skill points from Cataclysm’s Wake, it’s vital to prioritize the following buffs:
- Waystone Upgrades: 10% chance for Waystones to drop as a higher tier.
- Constant Crossroads: Provides a 20% increase in Waystones found within maps.
- General Increased Quantity: Further boosts the number of Waystones found in your maps.
- Deadly Evolution: Adds 1 to 2 additional modifiers to rare and unique monsters.
- The High Road: Grants a 20% chance for found Waystones to be of a higher tier.
- Lucky Pillage: Increases item quantity by 5% and item rarity by 8% in maps.
These attributes significantly enhance your Waystone farming efficiency. It is advisable to review the accompanying graphic for a suggested priority order when allocating skill points; however, you can make slight adjustments when pursuing Lucky Pillage and the smaller Waystone nodes adjacent to the Precursor Influence node before prioritizing Deadly Evolution.
As you accrue Atlas skill points, consider respecing from Lucky Pillage to focus on Deadly Evolution, as it amplifies the drop potential from rare and unique monsters, which often yield the most valuable loot.
These buffs and nodes will yield increasing returns as you engage with higher-tier Waystone maps. Provided your build can handle the upgraded tiers, you’ll find yourself self-sustaining your Waystone needs while stockpiling lower-tier Waystones to transform into higher ones.
Continue this process diligently, and you will swiftly progress through Cataclysm’s Wake. However, exercise caution to avoid death during your runs, as multiple defeats could undermine your Waystone inventory and necessitate the use of Exalted Orbs for additional purchases.
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