Path of Exile 2 Crafting Guide - Level FASTER With These Tips

[@biopnumonic4676]

One tip i learned yesterday, as small as it is, you can ctrl click the hooded one to identify your items without even going through the menus.

[@bagi3826]

Yo, that's a great tip. Thank you

[@MeniscoManeiro]

wow

[@MonsieurBambi]

You the real mvp

[@ActNasty5]

Thats fire ty

[@jasonthunert5399]

In the settings menu you can toggle to have items with sockets always visible, so you can easily identify which items you can salvage.

[@Lurchstavo]

My fucking dude.

[@raze2772]

Im new to poe and i basically managed to understand most of it by playing but this crafting part was very confusing until you made it very simple! Thank you !

[@1_underthesun]

Rare doesn't automatically have 6 affixes. They have between 3-6, and no more than 3 prefixes and 3 suffixes. This is important, because some affixes ONLY appear as prefixes and others only appear as suffixes. So you need to look at the item, and if it has 3 suffixes and the affix you want only rolls as an affix, then you're straight wasting currency trying to get that affix to roll on it.

[@khlfff2]

Wow good to know. So if I upgrade blue to yellow it has a chance of getting all 6 affixes? If so I’ve been getting extremely unlucky lol

[@nunya2400]

I cant remember, but is there a keyboard key you can push to see what you have on the item as in 1 affix and 2 prefex as example so you will know if you already have all three of one?

[@1_underthesun]

@@khlfff2 In PoE1, yes. In PoE2, no. Changing it to yellow (rare) will only add 1 affix, so you'll have 3. You can then add up to three more on that rare item though using currency. If a rare item drops however, it'll have between 3 and 6 affixes right away.

[@Caniscanemwurst]

what is the difference between prefix and suffix?

[@chillynewberg2652]

​@Caniscanemwurst there isn't really a defining difference. It's more just that some bonuses only come as prefixes, and some only come as affixes. It's a hidden mechanic, essentially. One of the many in POE

[@nsak33]

Great video thank you! One tweak I will add is I learned that the "requires" line on an item is not the item level. If you hover over an item and hold alt it will tell you the actual item level. "Requires" is for just the use of it. For example, I have found item level 27 (by holding alt) which requires you to be level 16. (not sure what the button is for the controller but it is the "inspect" option) Not sure if the gap between level requires and level of the item means that its not good, but its something to pay attention to.

[@Lay...]

This is useful for new players thanks. Knowing what to do with loot was doing my head in. I wasn't sure what to pick up and develop basically but I think the point about the starting level is the most important. Find a similar starting level similar to your level for the loot and then try your luck (With the white loot) Then with blues look for a decent starting stat. I was focusing on if I should look for implicit bonuses or something.

[@Tory-JJ]

Big tip. Save anything beaides transmutation. Make blue gear and keep it within 5 or so levels of yourself. This will ger you far into game. Once you got gems slottes and skills are level 12 plus then start hunting yellows. Minion builds need a good sceptre for example.

[@yredpanda]

Thanks for the video. New to the game and this helped me a lot. Figuring the other aspects out without guides but needed more info on crafting.

[@randalloakes344]

I would love a video on item bases like which one for which class and tiers and what we are looking for?

[@MedievalMarty]

Happy to help if anyone has any other questions on items or crafting in poe2

[@narkeifieland5425]

There is "Superior" equipment stated QUALITY that drops VERY RARE. I notice their stats is extra higher. I saw KZbin for poe(1), says it's better to go higher quality to go socketing. But Superior Armor comes in Very Rare drop in rerun the map 4 or more times. I got some in farming gold to respec for my act 1 final boss.😂 CLEARED it with my lv20 witch.

[@frest777]

nice staff u got at 0:50 still find staff lightning like that on myself

[@talchemdi5451]

Nice vid but for beginners I don’t even know what’s good for means what is not everything sounds good to me lol

[@ChickenKing420]

I have a question about damage conversion in PoE2. If an effect allows you to convert elemental damage (like fire, lightning ...) into bleeding damage, does that mean we should focus on scaling the converted damage type (bleeding in this case) instead of the original elemental type? For example, if bleeding scales with physical damage, should we prioritize high physical stats on our weapon and physical-based modifiers to increase the overall damage of the ability? Or is there still some benefit to scaling the original elemental damage source? Is this correct?

[@Alyythedon]

How can we get that tab I don’t even see that tab at all

[@TiffTumbles]

Good to see you again, Marty.

[@nicholasliao3888]

Thanks for this info! Needed it sooo much. Been having a tough time with monk

[@EzequielRuiz-s9k]

Fast, simple, clear explanation. Will share video and thanks

[@NandoHemi]

Thanks for the info, I’m new to the game, been guessing the whole way ….. this might get me something half descent 😅

[@acperak]

Awesome, thank you for this! I didn't even know I can upgrade my items until now :D

[@notchocheese-ce7ue]

This was the best video explaining this. I didn't realize you can buy stash stacks. What stack is that you're using?

[@GaussonGaming]

5:15 why one exalted orb gives two modifiers? If the energy shield modifier is a paired modifier that counts as one, then why in the torso you're wearing the +% increase energy shield has no pair?

[@Cupitron]

Thank you so much, pretty straightforward

[@ZaneDidIt]

Thank you dude. I was so confused lol

[@R0CK.N.R0LLA]

What’s that effect around your character called? And where did you get it ? It’s pretty cool

[@StriderSeiryuu]

pretty sure it's sorceress's Arctic Armour passive

[@MartyrDK]

Great guide thanks. I would like a guide on trading in POE2.

[@amyheals]

super helpful video! thank you

[@callyg7696]

I was pretty confused doing act one. Had mostly the same gear with max level 5 on because the stats were better than any other random gear I got lol. This was simple and straight forward thank you.

[@JohnB-mo4kq]

Do quality resources go up by 5% instead of 1% if used on a white item prior to crafting, like in PoE 1? Would be another good tip.

[@jaysoncameron55]

I’m new to these type of games . Just got this game and I find it super hard to figure out what to actually do to level up faster . Other than that I like the game so far .

[@ChickenKing420]

I’m also new to PoE but have played a lot of other games before. Here are some things I’ve learned that might help you and others starting out too: 1. Identify Items Before Selling to Vendors: This gives you more value when selling. 2. Armor Types Matter: It took me a while to understand the differences between armor stats like Energy Shield, Evasion, and regular Armor. From what I’ve noticed, warriors seem to focus on Armor, witches on Energy Shield, and monks on a mix of Evasion + Energy Shield. (Maybe a Veteran is reading this and can answer if this is really correct) 3. Stat Requirements for Items: I didn’t realize at first that vendor items have stat requirements. For example, my monk’s starting weapon was a staff needing Dexterity + Intelligence, and the same applied to my armor. Trying to equip Strength-based items isn’t sustainable because the stat requirements scale with levels. 4. Skill Stat Requirements: Borrowing a warrior skill for my monk seemed cool at first, but as I leveled it up, the required stats became too high, making the skill unusable. BUT THIS IS OK you just doublecheck your stats before upgrading your skillgems with pressing "C" .. How much from what attribute do I have .. ah I am only at 29 STRENGTH and my jump attack needs 30 STRENGTH if I upgrade it now. then I shouldn swap out the Strength armor yet and instead change aattribute node in passive skill tree then I can make my spell become stronger and still use it! 5. Using the blue orb to turn white items into magic ones and adding an extra stat with another orb made these items much more valuable when selling. 6. Higher-tier orbs are better saved for critical upgrades, as tough moments in the game can demand them. 7. If you know the hooded NPC, you can hold Ctrl and click to identify all items in your inventory at once, skipping submenus. 8. The Gambler NPCs: In Act 1, for instance, Finn lets you spend gold for random items. Sometimes you can get great rare gear that helps a lot... and sometimes he gives you extreme garbage... but maybe you are lucky by upgrading those items. For example you really need a new ring because yours suck... you spend you last gold on a ring gamble and end up becoming a blue one with only 1 stat on it... dont sell or destroy it! Go to your chest or werever you hord your orbs and add a additional stat to your magic item (Magic Items can always have up too 2 Stats.. and rare items up to 6 or maybe 7!) What I wanna say.. with the right gems in correct order you can level up a not so good looking item to something outstanding! But remember to not spend all recources you have... 9. Loot items on the ground sometimes show dots next to their names this means they have a Socket on them. After completing a quest for the smith in Act 1 (retrieving his tools), you gain access to a bench in town. Destroying socketed items there gives shards, and collecting 10 shards lets you craft a socket item. Those could give you the needed res in armor or damage boost a ability or sup gem needs! Be cautious, though-once runes are inserted into sockets, they can’t be removed. 10. If you read the text "Superior" next to a ground items name TAKE IT. It has a new core stat called Quality that emproves stats from this item! If its not good ... upgrade or again Go to your bench like you do with those socket items and destroy it ... those also give shards that become good orbs after collecting enough. Progressing and learning more becomes a lot easier from here. Hope this helps!

[@jaysoncameron55]

@ very solid information here . Thanks for taking the time . This helps immensely!!👍

[@ChickenKing420]

@ I forgot the .. I think most wholesome thing that already breaks my mind. Next time you have a Gem to level up abilities or cut new once press it and look at the left bottom of the list ... it says "all gems" what actually means you can craft every gem from every class no matte if you can or can not equip it. this was Truely gamechanging for me :)

[@jaysoncameron55]

@ wow didn’t know that thanks !!😊

[@edtotman2952]

Perfect level of detail. Super helpful!

[@cheechp3209]

I needed this. Great vid

[@MrJeden]

How important is it to keep gear with my lvl ? What if i have a lvl 15 lower item but good stats? Should i always try to get items at my current lvl ?

[@Hol-mes]

so there is no crafting...just upgrading

[@badger297]

I'm a new player and it feels like crafting to me

[@cathuluwarlock]

Go to bed.

[@OffTheHizzle]

Tomato tomato

[@sc4334]

it’s called crafting get over it.

[@Zeldrone]

it’s called crafting in poe

[@rekrn12345]

The entire mindset that there should be 1000 yellow items dropping off every boss that you need a filter to find the stuff good for you is just an asinine old way of thinking. Even in the first game that isn't really how it worked. You find good blue or if you are super lucky good yellow items and you modify them to fit your build. The only problem is the game doesn't ever teach you this. It needs to have an entire quest line in act 1 that teaches you have to use items.

[@krabbanshandplay2656]

Literally first thing you learn 15min into game is to upgrade to a magic and adding a mod no?

[@WilliamLyons5]

Or you could just read my man. Literally says what it does right on the orbs.

[@HydratedSlime]

Last epoch did this well though, I wished poe2 had a samey crafting system

[@itsame8470]

I'd much rather loot be small in number than deal with endless vendor runs and holding 100k of some random shard.

[@MeniscoManeiro]

There are so many random things you just learn by chance at this point in development. Like pressing alt to check tabs when hovering items.

[@enslaved07]

Great guide I’m new to Poe so was very helpful. One question though I haven’t been able to disenchant any identified items, I can do it if they are unidentified but once I identify them either with scrolls or hooded one it’s just not letting me disenchant them am I doing something wrong or is this a bug? And yes i kno it only works on magic and rares

[@bagi3826]

If you can disenchant an unidentified item then you already know how to disenchant so it can't be a user error. It is probably some kind of a bug. Identified or not, it should work the same.

[@yazan80]

Can you please make a video on what stashes to get?

[@rekrn12345]

Currency tab is the only one that is really mandatory. Map tab maybe if you get into late game.

[@timz9862]

@@rekrn12345 Isn't it called Materials now?

[@teluspirate]

One would need shitty gear and orbs to actually drop some where within the first 60 lvls, then we could maybe find a item to trade

[@PeterPanbe]

At this stage of the game I prefer holding on to my exalt orbs as they seem to be the main currency on POE trade. Drops are too low to "gamble" on crafting rolls at the moment imho.

[@jonrich9675]

What is so bad about POE2 atm is that i know nothing about what can roll for what item. Be nice to have an update showing all the rolls you can have like in D4.

[@MrKajjaGG]

Very helpful. 👍

[@eduardobenassi3072]

I got two orange items before the patch 😂 A crossbow and the tattered robe from that witch

[@TimelessMysteriesThroughTime]

Thanks! Great video!

[@Adam-ik8rr]

Upgrading itself is a very simple process, but the exalteds will be expensive when attempting to build a new piece of gear. This would only be more viable for endgame where materials will be more availble. For now I will hope for good vendor stuff or lucky drops. Good luck folks in your "crafting".

[@grid6847]

Question, when you added a sub to that rate it didn’t go from 3 -4 it went from 3-5?

[@oshiko35P]

My first use of exalt orb didn't add a fifth affix to the item, and I've never used exalt ever since. I'm here to confirm if there's a chance that it does something besides adding a new one.

[@TokyoLeee]

I haven’t found a better cold staff since my lvl 3 one with 50% spell damage 13% cast speed and +2 on all cold spells, I’m lvl 26 now 😭

[@DFAkut]

Everytime you level up, the store refreshes. You should check the store for upgrades. Gamba or buy a decent one and upgrade it yourself

[@krabbanshandplay2656]

Check vendors that's not the case you've missed it. Best way is every time you level up first thing you do check vendors 😂 I even gamble a bit to test my luck. Then you find +3 to skills perhaps even +cold or spell DMG, crit whatever you need then bump it up. My best weapon so far was a superior white I took up tor rare and 6 mods

[@lancee4753]

I’m in the same boat and nothing from vendors as well

[@itsame8470]

@@krabbanshandplay2656 How are you getting enough regal orbs to do this? I'm about 28 hours in and have only found one and crafted one, almost enough to craft a third. I have 3-4 blues I want to turn into yellows but can't get enough orbs.

[@silentserge89]

Guys， dont be afraid of trying to get the items. The up coming updates will improves the drop of these crafting

[@krejczingerarpad]

Theres actually a salvage bench in the starting town toward the top left behind the building, in front of the blacksmith. Its a bit hidden.

[@krejczingerarpad]

Nevermind, I didn't know that it's only there after getting back the blacksmith's tools

[@jaybruce6974]

What about “item level”? If I have a level 5 robe with 5 boost that I like. Or a level 15 with 3 boost that I like. Should I go with the higher “item level” or does that not matter?

[@mrfatboy327]

Boosts have tiers. The higher level your gear, the higher tiers the boost can be. An example could be fire resist only being 8% on a level 1 item but the fire boost can roll up to 17% on a level 20 robe. If you have the orbs, you should get a piece of gear that fits the defense you need, make it into a magic item, and if you like those boosts and they're high enough to be better than what you have, you can make it rare to get the rest of the boosts

[@viktorstorelv]

Tips on where how to get the items that turn blue into yellow, and add extra adfixis to the yellow? Have not been dropping much for me yet (level 40 now)

[@Paolini_18]

they are the rarest items, i got 2 characters to 45 and barely have 3 or 4 of each

[@TrustMeImaRacoon]

Is every blue Item considered a "magic" item? Sometimes if I want to use a Orb of Augmentation on a blue Item, it tells me it is not possible because the item is not magic.

[@donaldponsford9314]

Thanks you helped me!

[@TheExodusV]

Is there a rule of thumb on when to craft a new yellow to replace an older one? Like every 10 levels or something?

[@MedievalMarty]

I guess depends how lucky you get on drops! I try and get a new weapon as early as possible. And then usually leave the gear until I start getting one shot by mobs

[@zerofoxactual]

You have to hold ALT over gear to check its level.

[@JohnG-bz6sr]

should't we look at the ilvl of a gear piece isntead of the level requirement?that's what i do anyway,good guide

[@HardWear-bu1dt]

Logged in today to find my minions had disappeared - checked my spirit which was fine. Think it was an issue with dexterity suddenly being needed at an increased % which disabled me from using my weapon to grant lvl 5 warriors. also used the craft bench thinking I could upgrade my armour only to find it deletes it. Was enjoying my time with poe2 but feel overwhelmed and confused now at the start of act 2. And am Now weaker than what I was prior to the latest patch

[@12Jerbs]

Where do you get the 'Materials Stash Tab' from? I've checked the PoE shop and there is no 'Material Stash Tab' there.

[@brannon1030]

It’s called „Currency“ stash tab in the shop. He must have changed the text.

[@12Jerbs]

@@brannon1030 great, thanks mate

[@Paolini_18]

imo best advice is to hold onto your mats and buy directly the gear from players

[@Mike-rt2vp]

Where are you finding these orbs!? I've seen only one at regal orb and I'm in act 2.

[@tallyforeman3145]

What is the large rectangle in the center of the materials tab used for?

[@sevastjangretsits1868]

I think it’s used for a little more convenient item crafting/upgrading. You select an item like this creator did with the magic top, and drag and drop orbs into it, just a closer place to drag and drop items to, like a crafting bench.

[@tallyforeman3145]

@sevastjangretsits1868 thanks. You're likely right. I'm new to the POE genre. I put all kinda things in that rectangle and couldn't modify any of them. Likely due to not having the right crafting materials. Maybe with the recent patch and increased drop rates, I'll find some things to try.

[@Lawni5]

Nice guide

[@SlainHope]

I've seen normals with affixes! The item is white but the affix text is blue!

[@Salmonman0604]

You might be seeing the implicit stat, some base items have a modifier by default

[@SlainHope]

@@Salmonman0604 But does that base item give you an extra modifier over all once upgraded is my question.

[@Kreated_by_khaos]

as a witch i need more spirit and im not finding gear with it on execpt a basic staff, i knklw there are very very small upgrades but there not worth at the moment ,and orange at level 40 ive yet to see one, so how the hell do i increase spirit ? level 40 and 4 weeks skeletons and some zombies isnt the best ,

[@liabakar]

jumped from Diablo to poe2. No idea how to play.. its so freaking hard… however i keep coming to it…

[@Lurchstavo]

Only played d3. Had a buddy grind poe1 I started this one and it’s a blast. Only level 7 but it’s fun diving into an unknown world. Not many times can we play a game and be so confused or find it difficult. One day we will look back and enjoy these moments.

[@indysrebel5181]

Can you remove a rune once placed?

[@offspring890]

Could you tell me what tabs are best to buy (what are most helpfull)

[@Joshrofl]

There are other creators who have a video like this, but hold off for a few days, there will be a tab sale soon

[@nickert0n]

Perfect thank you.

[@182Robs]

Why does it jump from 3 affixes to 5 affixes with just 1 exalt? It should just apply 1 additional stat, no?

[@goldbrickgangboss]

When we would be a good idea to even use a chaos orb? The one that takes away a random thing and gives another one.

[@Technoviking-wc7ks]

You neglected to mention, raising the quality first

[@gustavson1985]

Thank you!!!

[@jaybruce6974]

I’m on Xbox x and don’t have the craft table. Is this something you get after act one. Kinda stuck on act one boss at the moment.

[@calltheriot]

Currency stash tab in the micro transaction shop

[@brannon1030]

If you’re talking about the socket/quality salvage bench, you unlock it by doing a side quest for the vendor (old man blacksmith) in town. Can’t remember his name. You have to find his blacksmithing tool to get the bench. If you’re talking about the pop-up window he is using in the video with all the currency, that is the Currency Stash Tab you have to purchase from the microtransactions store. If you’re having problems with the Act 1 boss, add cold resistance to your armor, use a cold resistance Charm on your belt, and use some currency orbs to craft better weapons/armor. Once I did this, I was able to take the boss down.

[@marian1245]

Exalted Orbs seem to be the most important and they don't drop so often...and you cannot craft exalted orbs (yet)...that's a big bummer

[@CosmicDuskWolf]

Well at least the upgrading is the same. I do hope better crafting comes out before the game's release.

[@AsfKhan-z4s]

Is there a way to modify Unique items ?

[@michaeldrury6375]

how do you know if a white item is worth upgrading to blue

[@kmaki3187]

hey how to get that gold wing cosmetics? its not available on shop

[@austinp9348]

If there’s one thing Last Epoch got right it’s the crafting affix system. So much better to find a 1 affix item and literally make a good item. Why is RNG with affixes such a big thing for the devs if D4 and Poe??

[@metallicafan416]

Because the genre has always been about rng 😮

[@austinp9348]

@ RNG with drops makes sense. But after spending hours and hours to farm an item I disagree that it should get ruined because of a coin flip with crafting

[@Jaguar-lr7jq]

I wish we still have that orb that remove everything to become a blank stats item, i forgot the name of that orb its in POE1

[@Esendor]

yeah, craft is easy but there's one problem. No Regal Orbs! Like, at all. Got only two in two full Acts. I hope they will release new ItemDrop patch asap.

[@patrickhart5550]

I'm not if it's the same as Poe 1 but the higher quality of the base will get you higher modifiers for your affix's. Somebody test this

[@callisto537]

It seems you will need a lot of orbs, since added affixes might or might not fit your build.

[@mariorionard1083]

good info thx

[@tcell9151]

How do you insert the gems in the weapons?

[@TheKRUTONZ]

so whether u get a good item by a drop or craft it, its all rng, great!

[@wettoification]

when I exalted slammed a 4 modded yellow item, It didnt add and extra modifier. It happened twice already, and consumed my orb.

[@jakamoo1990]

Finding it hard to get the arcanist sketchers I've got tons of other stuff but I don't seem to find many items to convert to the arcanist sketchers

[@Keln02]

It feels too random. Coming from poe, why would I waste my hard earned exalts on an item that will most likely not have at least 2 affixes I'm looking for?

[@gorgono1]

Instead of wasting on crafting in early game, just go and buy the items you need from the trade.

[@ToonAccount-t7q]

How did you get the material tab?

[@calltheriot]

Currency stash tab. You can buy different stash tabs in the micro transaction shop (default key is M) there are videos explaining all the different stash tabs you can get.

[@ProfWollhoven]

I really want Scourings back...

[@nickhartmann8836]

What stash tab is this?

[@fredysugianto6357]

Just wondering am I the only one still not receiving supporter pack such as coins, costumes etc? I purchased it from steam as a part of early access.

[@StormchaserZA]

Can anyone suggest good farming areas for mats?

[@stefenleung]

It's suck they bring back RNG to the game. Crafting bench is a god send to poe1, there's no reason they remove that in poe2f, and no vendor recipes too. That's why so many people struggle at low level.

[@metallicafan416]

Rng genre 😂

[@cman2458]

All the information in a simple format the game should have explained with better detail, thanks.

[@EdwardAnthonyy]

Thank you

[@Michael-ex8lk]

Man. 50 plus hours and I havent been disenchanting ANYTHING. GOD I FEEL DUMB.

[@tyrrollins]

Personally I think selling is better because you know exactly what you're getting when you buy from vendor. So I sell, buy a good base or magic item and upgrade the item I bought. If im flowing in cash I start gambling.

[@joshuathayer7777]

“Look for something your level” bruh… I’m level 35 and I’m still getting level 22 drops in act 3. Im literally soft locked with my current gear and it won’t drop new shit

[@Enox3]

Why u didnt mention crafting with essences?

[@MedievalMarty]

@@Enox3 was just trying to keep it mega simple for new players dude.

[@shiznitts]

They really bungled some aspects of this release. I would've been just as happy to wait another 3 months for more improvements to have been made. I'm worried players are going to get bored with what they've offered so far and become apathetic about the rest of the game. I already feel like D3 was a better game. This crafting is just stupid.

[@jussikankaansydan5645]

@2:48 you just said that you found some items, but in the start of the video you said, "without any drops" so buying is not Finding, so you have found some items that are drops, that you then upgrade to be something better. Your wording is Confusing. If I play as a monk @3:43 you are saying that I should use Sorceress Staff to build a lightning build? Quarterstaff and Staff are two different things! Rare items have six affixes? wait when I have used Regal orbs they only give me 1 stat to be upgraded to 2 affix magic item to 3 affix rare item, not 6 affix rare item! - Sorry But this video is making new players feel more confusing as the game tells you, so... next time, make it more simplistic rather than confusing ppl with, making the video longer.

[@titus4166]

RNG for this game is extremely bad! Almost every “good” drop is for some other class. It’s very irritating.

[@tyrrollins]

Ever play an argp?

[@stibba7768]

Thank youuu