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Path of Exile 2: How to Sustain Waystones While Mapping

Author : Henry Jan 25,2025

Path of Exile 2: Mastering Waystones for Sustainable Mapping

One of the biggest hurdles in Path of Exile 2's endgame is maintaining a steady supply of Waystones. Running dry, especially at higher tiers, severely impacts progression. Fortunately, several strategies can ensure a consistent flow.

Prioritize Boss Maps

Atlas Boss Node

The most effective method is focusing your highest-tier Waystones on Atlas Boss map nodes. Bosses yield a significantly higher Waystone drop rate. If short on high-tier maps, use lower-tier maps to reach Boss nodes, reserving your higher-tier Waystones for the boss encounters. Defeating a boss often rewards a Waystone of equal or higher tier, sometimes even multiple.

Invest Currency Wisely

Currency

Resist the urge to hoard Regal and Exalted Orbs. Consider Waystones an investment; the more you invest, the greater the return (provided you survive). This creates a positive feedback loop, but only if consistently fueled. Here's a currency allocation guide:

  • Tier 1-5 Waystones: Upgrade to Magic items (Orb of Augmentation, Orb of Transmutation).
  • Tier 6-10 Waystones: Upgrade to Rare items (Regal Orb).
  • Tier 11-16 Waystones: Maximize upgrades (Regal Orb, Exalted Orb, Vaal Orb, Delirium Instills).

Prioritize these key stats for optimal returns:

  1. Increased Waystone Drop Chance: Aim for at least 200%.
  2. Increased Item Rarity: Boosts overall loot quality.
  3. Increased monster quantity, especially rare monsters.

Consider listing items for Regal Orbs instead of Exalted Orbs if they aren't selling quickly. Regal Orbs offer faster turnover and usable currency.

Utilize Atlas Skill Tree Nodes

Atlas Skill Tree

Strategic Atlas skill tree allocation is vital. Prioritize these nodes:

  • Constant Crossroads: 20% increased Waystone quantity.
  • Fortunate Path: 100% increased Waystone rarity.
  • The High Road: 20% chance for a higher-tier Waystone.

These nodes are accessible by completing Tier 4 maps. Respeccing is worthwhile if necessary; Waystones are far more valuable than the cost of respeccing.

Optimize Your Build Before Tier 5+ Maps

Endgame Build

An incomplete endgame build leads to frequent deaths, hindering Waystone sustainability. Consult build guides for your class and respec accordingly. Even high Waystone drop rates are useless if you constantly die. Campaign leveling guides often don't translate effectively to endgame mapping.

Leverage Precursor Tablets

Precursor Tablets

Precursor Tablets enhance monster rarity and quantity, stacking when used on nearby towers. Don't hoard them; utilize them even on Tier 5+ maps to maximize map modifiers.

Buy Waystones When Necessary

Trade Site

Despite careful planning, occasional Waystone shortages are possible. Don't hesitate to use the trade site; Waystones typically cost around 1 Exalted Orb each. Lower-tier Waystones might be cheaper, but bulk buying via the in-game trade channel (/trade 1) is often more efficient.

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