Crafting in Path of Exile can be very daunting but it is the most important crafting method that anyone can go for. This guide will focus on one such method called meta-crafting which is a simple way to create some amazing gear. Let us break down this seemingly complex process into small and easy steps that are manageable by anyone. By the end, you’ll even be savingcurrency, creating items that are uniquely yours or even making it.
POE META-CRAFTING: HOW IT WORKS?
Meta-Crafting involves the manipulation of item modifiers in order to give you the desired gear. It is easier than it sounds and after practicing for a short while you can craft almost any gear you need. Here are some pointers:
STEP 1: KNOW YOUR ITEM AND DESIRED MODS
- Determine what kind of item (e.g., boots, helmet) you want to create.
- Know the hardest mod to get for your item.
- Choose your essential mods (e.g., chaos resistance, life regeneration rate) meant for your item.
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STEP 3: THE CRAFTING PROCESS
Fractured Modifier:
- Choose an item base with a good tier fractured mod such as chaos resistance on boots.
- This mod is permanent and cannot be removed so it forms a basis for your crafting process.
Essence Crafting:
- Use Essences on your items and give guaranteed mods (e.g., Essence of Torment for shock avoidance).
- Repeat until you have the desired stat.
Meta-Mods for Protection:
- Use meta-mods like “Suffixes Cannot Be Changed” to shield your crafted mods.
- They are essential for safe crafting and refilling other parts of the item.
Veiled Chaos Orb for Unveiling Mods:
- Use the veiled chaos orb to add a veiled mod to your item.
- Decide on the best mod when you unveil (e.g., movement speed or life).
Blocking and Rolling Modifiers:
- Craft conflicting mods to block unwanted mods (e.g., maximum mana blocks certain mana mods).
- Use exalts or other currency to roll more mods if needed.
Final Touches:
- Depending on what is needed, craft or exalt the last prefix or suffix.
- Finish off with Eldritch currency for specific implicits or modifications.
Coloring Sockets Efficiently:
- Crafting bench can help you color sockets depending on what your build requires
- Sockets can be manipulated by adding and removing sockets in bits such as increasing socket colors bit by bit.
Advanced Crafting with Harvest:
- Harvest allows advanced crafters to force specific mods through its tagging system.
- This method requires deeper understanding of item tags and Harvest mechanics.
Tips For Successful Crafting
- Start with Affordable Bases: High-end bases can be quite expensive. It may be a good idea to start with mid-tier bases instead and practice upon them.
- Patience Is Key: Crafting is an RNG game. In order to get the best results, one must learn to be patient and persistent.
- Learn from Mistakes: Every unsuccessful craft increases your knowledge on how the system works.
- Keep Resources Handy: For different crafting steps, ensure you are well stocked with various crafting materials.
Conclusion
Now that you have learned these steps, you are able to make various types of mid to high-range items in Path of Exile 3.23. Practice makes perfect, and every crafting attempt will make you more confident. Continue trying out new things and eventually you will be able to create the type of equipment that is not only strong but also fits your build perfectly.