# **Path of Exile 2 Currency Guide: Mastering the New Economy**
## **Introduction to PoE2's Currency System**
Path of Exile 2 introduces an evolved currency system that maintains the beloved complexity of the original while adding fresh mechanics. Unlike traditional RPGs with simple gold systems, PoE2 uses a vast array of **orbs, scrolls, and fragments** that serve dual purposes as both trading currency and crafting materials.
This guide will break down:
- The **new and returning currency types**
- **Optimal farming strategies**
- **Smart trading techniques**
- **Endgame crafting applications**
## **1. Core Currency Types in PoE2**
### **Basic Crafting Currencies**
- **Orb of Alteration**: Rerolls magic item modifiers
- **Chaos Orb**: Randomizes all modifiers on rare items
- **Exalted Orb**: Adds a new modifier to rare items
- **Divine Orb**: Rerolls modifier values (crucial for min-maxing)
### **New Additions in PoE2**
- **Primal Orbs**: Target specific modifier types when rerolling
- **Eldritch Embers**: Used for the new endgame crafting system
- **Sanctified Orbs**: Ultra-rare currency for perfecting items
### **Specialized Currencies**
- **Orb of Unmaking**: Respects passive skill points
- **Awakener's Orb**: Merges influenced modifiers (endgame crafting)
- **Sacred Orb**: Improves item rarity tier
## **2. Best Currency Farming Methods**
### **Early Game Strategies (Acts 1-5)**
- **Vendor Recipes**: Convert identified rare items into Chaos Orbs
- **League Mechanics**: Focus on mechanics with good currency returns like Heist or Expedition
- **Boss Rushes**: Farm early bosses for divination card drops
### **Mid-Game Farming (Maps T1-T10)**
- **Alch-and-Go Mapping**: Use Orb of Alchemy on every map
- **Essence Farming**: Sell excess essences in bulk
- **Blight Encounters**: Oil and gold accumulations
### **Endgame Optimization (T11+)**
- **Searing Exarch/Eater of Worlds**: Farm Eldritch currency
- **Delirium Mirror Farming**: Stack currency reward types
- **Uber Bossing**: Target farm high-value currencies like Divine Orbs
## **3. Advanced Trading Strategies**
### **Bulk Trading Techniques**
- Use premium stash tabs for efficient selling
- Convert small currencies into Divine Orbs (new standard)
- Specialize in one currency type for better profit margins
### **Market Flipping Opportunities**
- Buy low after league start weekends
- Sell high during peak play hours
- Target undervalued crafting currencies early league
### **Avoiding Common Scams**
- Always double-check trade windows
- Use official trade site only
- Beware of "currency doubling" scams
## **4. Crafting with Currency**
### **Starter Crafting**
- **Chaos Spamming**: For decent early gear
- **Essence Crafting**: Guaranteed modifiers
- **Fossil Crafting**: In Delve league mechanic
### **Advanced Crafting**
- **Meta-mod Crafting**: Using "Prefixes/Suffixes Cannot Be Changed"
- **Eldritch Crafting**: New PoE2 endgame system
- **Influence Merging**: With Awakener's Orb
### **Ultra-Endgame Crafting**
- **Perfect Fossil Stacking**: For 30% quality bases
- **Temple Corruption**: High-risk, high-reward
- **Sanctified Crafting**: New PoE2 pinnacle system
## **5. The New Divine Orb Economy**
PoE2 makes several key changes:
- Divine Orbs become the **primary high-value currency**
- Exalted Orbs shift to **crafting-specific use**
- Mirror of Kalandra remains the **ultimate rare currency**
**Conversion Rates (Estimated Early League):**
- 1 Divine Orb ≈ 120-150 Chaos Orbs
- 1 Exalted Orb ≈ 50-60 Chaos Orbs
- 1 Mirror ≈ 300+ Divine Orbs
## **Conclusion & Pro Tips**
Mastering PoE2's currency requires:
✅ **Specializing in 1-2 farming methods**
✅ **Understanding new crafting systems**
✅ **Adapting to the Divine-focused economy**
✅ **Staying updated on meta shifts**
**Final Tip:** Always keep a **currency conversion cheat sheet** handy for quick trades!
### **Key Takeaways:**
? **Divine Orbs replace Exalts as main currency**
? **New Eldritch crafting offers powerful options**
? **Bulk trading > single-item flipping**
? **Sanctified Orbs enable perfect items**
*Need a specific farming route breakdown? Ask in comments!*