Path of Exile 2: Obtain High-Value Currency Rare
Acquiring Greater Jeweller's Orbs in Path of Exile 2: Farming and Trading Strategies
The Greater Jeweller's Orb is a crucial currency item in Path of Exile 2, enabling the addition of a fourth link to skill gems. This significantly boosts damage and survivability, making it highly desirable for endgame builds. However, its rarity presents a challenge. This guide outlines two effective methods for obtaining this valuable orb: farming and trading.
Farming Greater Jeweller's Orbs
While technically obtainable from any monster, the extremely low drop rate necessitates focusing on endgame strategies. Breaches in high-tier maps offer the most efficient farming method due to the large number of monsters encountered.
Optimal Farming Setup:
- Location: Breaches within expansive Grass biome maps (see list below).
- Waystones: T10+ fully upgraded Corrupted Delirious maps (use Orb of Alchemy -> Exalted Orb -> Delirium Instills -> Vaal Orb if necessary).
- Waystone Modifiers: Prioritize Increased Number of Rare Monsters, Increased Pack Size, Increased Item Quantity, Increased Number of Monster Packs, Increased Quantity/Rarity of Items Found, and Rare Monsters have 1 additional modifier.
- Atlas Skill Tree Node: Utilize the Local Knowledge node (increases Socket Currency drop rate by 40% in Grass biomes; Greater Jeweller's Orbs are considered Socket Currency).
- Build: A build with fast clear speed and adequate defenses is recommended (e.g., Ice Strike Invoker Monk, Deadeye Ranger, Stormweaver Sorcerer). Wave clear isn't strictly necessary, but it significantly improves efficiency. Remember to use Precursor Tablets on nearby Towers to boost drops.
Local Knowledge Clarification: This Atlas node doesn't directly increase drop rates, but it reweights drops, favoring Socket Currency in Grass biomes. Lesser, Greater, and Perfect Jeweller's Orbs all fall under this category. However, it negatively impacts other biomes (Desert, Mountain), so remember to respec out of Local Knowledge when farming in non-Grass biomes.
Grass Biome Maps for Farming:
Map | Biome(s) |
---|---|
Augury | Grass/Forest/Swamp |
Blooming Field | Grass/Forest |
Crypt | Grass/Mountain/Desert |
Decay | Grass/Forest/Swamp |
Hidden Grotto | Grass/Mountain/Forest/Swamp |
Seepage | Grass/Forest/Swamp |
Savannah | Grass/Desert |
Vaal Factory | Grass/City |
Trading for Greater Jeweller's Orbs
Trading provides a more reliable, albeit potentially more expensive, alternative. Path of Exile 2's in-game currency exchange and the official trading website are both viable options.
In-game Currency Exchange: This method eliminates scam risks and provides accurate pricing. Access it via Alva after reaching Act 3 Cruel. Specify "Greater Jeweller's Orb" as "I Want" and "Exalted Orb/Divine Orb" as "I Have" to see the current exchange rate. Place an order slightly above the market price for faster acquisition.
Trading Website: This may offer cheaper prices but carries a higher risk of scams. Search for "Greater Jeweller's Orb," filtering by "Exalted Orb" under Buyout Price. Use "Direct Whisper" or "Copy Whisper" to contact sellers in-game. Always exercise caution when trading with unknown players.
By employing these farming and trading strategies, you can significantly increase your chances of acquiring the coveted Greater Jeweller's Orb and enhance your Path of Exile 2 builds.
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