Path of Exile 2: Vaal Orb Guide and How to Get
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In Path of Exile 2 (PoE2), the Vaal Orb is a unique but risky items that corrupts another item, creating a chance for powerful upgrades or unpredictable changes. Once an item is corrupted, it can no longer be modified by other crafting methods, so using a Vaal Orb always comes with a gamble.
Here’s a guide to understanding, getting, and using the Vaal Orb.
What Is a Vaal Orb?
What it does: Corrupts an item, causing one of several possible outcomes. The corruption effect is random and irreversible.
Why it’s useful: It can unlock powerful effects, such as improved modifiers, additional gem levels, or unique corrupted modifiers.
Possible outcomes depend on the item type:
Weapons and Armor: Might gain or lose modifiers, or gain unique corrupted effects.
Skill Gems: Can gain additional levels or quality but might also lose them.
Maps: Can add corrupted modifiers, increasing difficulty and rewards.
How to Get Vaal Orbs
1. Drops from Monsters
Vaal Orbs can drop from enemies, chests, and destructible objects, especially in areas with Vaal-related content.
2. Vendor Recipes
You can create Vaal Orbs by combining certain items through vendor recipes, such as:
Sacrificing a collection of specific Vaal fragments or corrupted items.
3. Trade
Vaal Orbs are a common currency item, so they can be traded with other players if needed.
How to Use a Vaal Orb
Using a Vaal Orb is straightforward but risky:
Right-click the Vaal Orb in your inventory.
Left-click on the item you want to corrupt.
The item will be corrupted, and one of several random outcomes will occur.
When to Use Vaal Orbs
Late Game Crafting
Use Vaal Orbs to enhance high-quality or well-rolled items, especially if you’re willing to take a risk for significant upgrades.
Skill Gems
Use Vaal Orbs on skill gems to try for extra levels or quality. For example, a Level 20 skill gem might become Level 21, providing a significant power boost.
Maps
Corrupt maps to add challenging modifiers that increase item drops and map rewards.
Tips for Using Vaal Orbs
Know the Risks: Corruption can ruin an item by removing important modifiers or reducing gem levels, so use Vaal Orbs carefully.
Target High-Value Items: Focus on items where the potential benefits outweigh the risks, such as high-level skill gems or endgame maps.
Save for Special Projects: Don’t waste Vaal Orbs on low-level or temporary gear. Reserve them for important crafting opportunities.
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