In Path of Exile 2, the anointing system has evolved, introducing Distilled Emotions as a new currency to enhance amulets and waystones. This mechanic allows players to allocate notable passive skills directly onto their amulets, providing a strategic advantage by accessing powerful nodes without spending additional skill points. Unlike the oil-based system in the original Path of Exile, Distilled Emotions require specific combinations and correct ordering to achieve the desired effects.
What Are Distilled Emotions?
Distilled Emotions are special currency items obtained primarily through Delirium encounters in Path of Exile 2. They replace the oils from the original game and are used to anoint amulets and waystones. Each Distilled Emotion represents a particular sentiment and can be combined in sets of three to unlock specific notable passive skills on your amulet. The order in which you place these emotions is crucial, as it determines the outcome of the anointment.
How to Anoint Your Amulet
To anoint your amulet using Distilled Emotions, follow these steps:
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Access the Anointing Interface: Right-click on any Distilled Emotion in your inventory to open the crafting interface.
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Insert Your Amulet: Place the amulet you wish to anoint into the designated slot within the interface.
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Select Distilled Emotions: Choose three Distilled Emotions and place them in the specified order. The combination and sequence are essential to achieve the desired notable passive skill.
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Confirm the Anointment: Once the correct combination is in place, confirm the anointment to apply the notable passive skill to your amulet.
Note: If you anoint an already-anointed amulet, the new anointment will replace the existing one.
Sample Distilled Emotions Combinations
Here are some notable passive skills and their corresponding Distilled Emotions combinations:
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Stance Breaker: 50% reduced Enemy Chance to Block Sword Attacks
Combination: Ire, Guilt, Guilt -
Open Mind: 25% increased Mana Regeneration Rate
Combination: Guilt, Guilt, Ire -
Blinding Flash: 20% increased Blind Effect; Blind Enemies when they Stun you
Combination: Ire, Guilt, Ire -
Insulated Treads: Gain Ailment Threshold equal to the lowest of Evasion and Armour on your Boots
Combination: Ire, Ire, Ire
Tips for Effective Anointing
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Inspect Passive Skills: Hover over a notable passive skill in your skill tree and hold the 'Alt' key to view the required Distilled Emotions for anointment.
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Plan Ahead: Since the order of Distilled Emotions matters, plan your combinations carefully to avoid wasting resources.
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Utilize Tools: Consider using online tools or calculators that help determine the necessary combinations for desired passive skills.
By mastering the use of Distilled Emotions, you can significantly enhance your character's capabilities in Path of Exile 2. Strategic anointing allows for greater flexibility in build customization, enabling you to tackle the game's challenges more effectively.
