Fracturing Orb is a powerful and versatile currency introduced in Path of Exile 2's "Dawn of the Hunt" league. These orbs allow players to lock a specific modifier on rare items, making them invaluable for crafting high-end gear. Here's everything you need to know about obtaining, crafting, and using Fracturing Orbs effectively.
What Are Fracturing Orbs?
Fracturing Orbs are a crafting currency that "fractures" one explicit modifier on a rare item, permanently locking it in place. This means the chosen modifier cannot be altered by other crafting methods, such as Chaos Orbs, Divine Orbs, or Orbs of Annulment. This mechanic is particularly useful for preserving desirable modifiers while continuing to craft or modify other aspects of the item.
How to Obtain Fracturing Orbs
Fracturing Orbs are tied to specific endgame mechanics in Path of Exile 2. Here's how you can acquire them:
1. Corrupted Biomes on the Atlas:
Fracturing Orbs drop exclusively in corrupted biomes, which are marked with a red icon on the Atlas.
To access these biomes, locate a Corrupted Nexus on the Atlas. Completing the nexus will cleanse the surrounding maps, transforming them into cleansed biomes with new monsters and loot.
2. Defeating Corrupted Bosses:
Each corrupted biome contains a unique boss. Defeating this boss is essential to unlocking the cleansed biome and increasing your chances of finding Fracturing Orbs.
3. Farming Cleansed Biomes:
Once a biome is cleansed, its monsters have a chance to drop Fracturing Orbs. Fully clearing these maps is recommended to maximize your chances.
4. Trading:
If farming proves challenging, Fracturing Orbs can be purchased from other players via the official trade marketplace. However, they are highly sought after and may be expensive, often costing 70-80 Divine Orbs.
How to Use Fracturing Orbs
Using a Fracturing Orb requires careful planning, as the fractured modifier is chosen at random. Here's a step-by-step guide:
1. Choose the Right Item:
Fracturing Orbs can only be used on rare items with four or more explicit modifiers.
Select an item with at least one highly desirable modifier that you want to preserve.
2. Apply the Orb:
Use the Fracturing Orb on the chosen item. One of the explicit modifiers will be randomly selected and fractured, locking it in place.
3. Continue Crafting:
With the desired modifier secured, you can safely use other crafting methods to enhance the item without risking the loss of the fractured modifier.
Best Practices for Fracturing Orbs
To make the most of your Fracturing Orbs, consider the following tips:
1. Target High-Value Modifiers:
Focus on items with rare or powerful modifiers, such as "+3 to Level of All Minion Skills" or high-tier resistances.
2. Optimize Your Loot Filter:
Configure your loot filter to highlight Fracturing Orbs and potential crafting bases, ensuring you don't miss valuable drops.
3. Plan Your Crafting Strategy:
Before using a Fracturing Orb, decide on the final build for the item. This will help you avoid wasting resources on suboptimal crafting.
4. Leverage Cleansed Biomes:
Prioritize farming cleansed biomes for a steady supply of Fracturing Orbs and other valuable loot.
Conclusion
Fracturing Orb is a game-changing addition to Path of Exile 2, offering unparalleled control over item crafting. By understanding their mechanics and following the strategies outlined above, you can unlock their full potential and elevate your gameplay to new heights.
Happy crafting, Exile!
