Get MORE LOOT and SUSTAIN your maps easily in PoE2!

Summary

In this video, Isen shares valuable mapping tips and tricks for *Path of Exile 2* (POE2). From juicing maps using waystones to managing map sustain with strategic use of lower-tier maps, Isen offers insights on optimizing loot drops. The guide covers how to make the most of the Atlas Skill Tree, with advice on prioritizing key nodes and map mechanics like Expedition, Ritual, and Breach. Additionally, Isen discusses the importance of understanding when to focus on map completion versus full clearing. These strategies are designed to help players efficiently progress and maximize rewards while minimizing risks, especially in Hardcore mode.

Takeaways

• 😀 Start by locating the Burning Monolith and entering it to progress the main quest. Completing the quest gives you the objective of finding Citadels, which are often far from the spawn.
• 😀 Juiced Maps, especially at higher tiers, can be very profitable for loot but can also be risky, especially in Hardcore mode.
• 😀 The Atlas skill tree is essential for customizing your mapping experience, enabling you to improve loot, map quantity, and other modifiers based on your playstyle.
• 😀 Biomes play a significant role in map behavior. Local Knowledge, a notable node in the Atlas tree, further influences the properties of biomes.
• 😀 Hideouts are small and safe areas for Hardcore players to complete lower-tier maps without major risk, providing a secure environment for map sustain.
• 😀 Ritual and Expedition are powerful mechanics to focus on during mapping. Precursor Tablets found during Expedition can help you craft powerful items and increase loot drops.
• 😀 Waystones can drastically improve loot quantity and map rewards, but Hardcore players should be cautious about chaos damage, as it can be deadly.
• 😀 Using the Reforging Bench in Act 3 allows you to modify maps that have poor modifiers, making them more desirable and rewarding to run.
• 😀 Map sustain can be tricky, especially for Hardcore players. To mitigate risks, it's recommended to save high-tier maps for boss fights to maximize rewards.
• 😀 Prioritize doing map completion for high-tier maps, especially focusing on rare mobs and boss kills, as they increase your loot yield significantly.
• 😀 When using Precursor Tablets, don't worry about the map becoming radiated. The radiated effect doesn’t stack tier-wise but enhances map modifiers like Quant and Rarity.

Q & A

What are the main objectives in mapping in Path of Exile 2 (PoE2)?

The primary objectives in mapping in PoE2 are to complete various maps, progress through the Atlas skill tree, and improve map rewards by utilizing items like Way Stones and completing content like Expedition and Ritual. The goal is to juice maps to increase loot quantity and quality.

What is the Burning Monolith and how does it relate to the quest progression?

The Burning Monolith is typically found near the start of maps and is important for progressing through quests. Players must interact with it to start a quest that involves finding Citadels, which can be far from the spawn point and require exploration.

How do Way Stones affect mapping in PoE2?

Way Stones significantly impact maps by adding modifiers such as increased magic monsters, rare monsters with extra modifiers, and increased quantity (Quant) of items dropped. These buffs stack but do not affect the tier of the map, which is an important consideration for maintaining map difficulty and rewards.

What is the role of biomes in PoE2 mapping?

Biomes add a layer of complexity to mapping in PoE2. They affect map mechanics, and the 'Local Knowledge' node on the Atlas tree further enhances their influence. Larger biomes can be farmed for better loot, and the map's biome type can impact the rewards and challenges faced in a given area.

What is the strategy for using the Atlas skill tree effectively?

A key strategy for using the Atlas skill tree is to prioritize nodes that increase map drop rates and loot quantity. For example, the 'Constant Crossroads' and 'Lucky Pillage' nodes enhance the chance of getting more maps and increased Quant. Focusing on nodes that increase specific map types (e.g., Expedition) can also improve the mapping experience.

How does the reforging bench work in PoE2?

The reforging bench allows players to modify maps by 're-rolling' their modifiers, especially when the map rolls have undesirable outcomes. This feature is unlocked in Act 3, and players often use it to improve map rolls by combining three lower-tier maps to create a new one.

What are the risks and rewards of playing Hardcore mode while mapping?

Playing in Hardcore mode introduces greater risks, as death results in the loss of your character and the map. However, the rewards can be higher, as Hardcore players tend to focus on higher-tier maps and loot. Careful map sustain and risk management are crucial in Hardcore mapping.

Why is map sustain important, and how can players manage it effectively?

Map sustain is crucial for maintaining a steady flow of maps to continue progressing. To manage it, players should prioritize running higher-tier maps for bosses and minimize the risk of using low-tier maps unless necessary for completion or juicing. Using the re-rolling bench and strategically placing Way Stones can also help maximize loot and map drops.

What is the significance of the different map modifiers, such as 'Delirium' or 'Ritual', in PoE2?

Map modifiers like 'Delirium' or 'Ritual' add additional mechanics and challenges to maps. They often increase the difficulty of the map but also enhance rewards by increasing loot drops or adding unique content to engage with, like special enemies or reward systems.

What are some tips for new players starting to map in PoE2?

For new players, it's important to start with lower-tier maps and focus on completing objectives such as killing rares and completing specific map mechanics (e.g., Ritual, Expedition). Prioritize map sustain, avoid over-leveled maps early on, and experiment with Way Stones and modifiers to enhance rewards. Don't worry too much about juicing maps early in the game.