Path of Exile 2: Adaptive Catalyst Guide

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The Adaptive Catalyst is an item in Path of Exile 2 that makes rings and amulets better by boosting stats like Strength, Dexterity, or Intelligence.

When Should You Use It?

Use an Adaptive Catalyst when:

1. You Need More Stats:

   • Use it if your build needs extra Strength, Dexterity, or Intelligence.

2. Your Gear Has Good Stats:

   • If you have a ring or amulet with stats you like, this makes them even better.

3. Before Crafting More:

   • Improve the base stats of your item before adding other upgrades.

How to Use the Adaptive Catalyst

1. Get the Catalyst:

   • Find one as loot (randomly found throughout the world) or trade for it with other players.

2. Pick a Ring or Amulet:

   • Choose an item that already has Strength, Dexterity, or Intelligence on it.

3. Apply the Catalyst:

   • Right-click the Adaptive Catalyst, then left-click on the item.

   • Each use makes the stats better. You can add up to 20% quality.

Tips for Using It

• Focus on Important Stats:

  • The Adaptive Catalyst is exclusive to Breach events, where you fight hordes of monsters in alternate dimensions. These events often drop Breach-exclusive loot, including the Adaptive Catalyst.

• Don’t Waste It on Bad Items:

  • Only use it on good rings or amulets that you plan to keep.

• Max Out the Quality:

  • Keep adding Catalysts until the item reaches 20% quality for the best boost.

Example:

• If you’re playing a melee fighter and need Strength for more health and damage:

  • Use the Adaptive Catalyst on an amulet that has “+30 Strength.”

  • The Catalyst boosts the Strength, making it even higher.

Click here to see all Catalyst types

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