Path of Exile 2: Unlock Greater Jeweller's Orb Mastery

Path of Exile 2: Mastering the Greater Jeweller's Orb – Farming and Trading Strategies

The Greater Jeweller's Orb is crucial for endgame builds in Path of Exile 2, adding a vital fourth link to your skill gems. Its rarity, however, presents a challenge. This guide outlines efficient farming and trading methods to acquire this valuable currency.

Farming Greater Jeweller's Orbs

While technically obtainable from any monster, the drop rate is abysmally low outside the late-game. The most effective strategy focuses on maximizing drops in high-tier maps.

Optimal Farming Setup:

• Location: Breaches in expansive Grass biome maps (see list below).
• Waystones: T10+ fully upgraded Corrupted Delirious maps (use Orb of Alchemy -> Exalted Orb -> Delirium Instills -> Vaal Orb if needed).
• Waystone Modifiers: Prioritize Increased Number of Rare Monsters, Increased Pack Size, Increased Item Quantity, Increased Number of Monster Packs, Increased Quantity/Rarity of Items Found, and Rare Monsters have 1 additional modifier.
• Atlas Skill Tree Node: Invest in Local Knowledge (increases Socket Currency drops by 40% in Grass biomes; Greater Jeweller's Orbs are Socket Currency).
• Build: A build with fast clear speed and decent defenses (e.g., Ice Strike Invoker Monk, Deadeye Ranger, Stormweaver Sorcerer) is recommended for efficiency.

Understanding Local Knowledge:

Local Knowledge influences drop rates, increasing Socket Currency (including Lesser, Greater, and Perfect Jeweller's Orbs) by 40% in Grass biomes. Lesser Jeweller's Orb, Greater Jeweller's Orb, and Perfect Jeweller's Orb are all considered Socket Currency. Remember to respec out of Local Knowledge when mapping biomes other than Grass, Forest, or Swamp.

Grass Biome Maps for Farming:

Trading for Greater Jeweller's Orbs

Trading offers a more reliable, albeit potentially more expensive, method. Path of Exile 2's in-game currency exchange and trading website are both viable options.

In-game Currency Exchange: This method avoids scams and provides clear pricing. After reaching Act 3 Cruel, speak to Alva, specify "Greater Jeweller's Orb" as your desired item, and offer Exalted Orbs/Divine Orbs. Set your offer slightly above the market rate for immediate acquisition.

Trading Website: This may offer cheaper prices but requires navigating listings and interacting with other players. Filter by "Exalted Orb" under Buyout Price to refine your search. Use the "Direct Whisper" or "Copy Whisper" function to contact sellers in-game.

By employing these farming and trading strategies, you can significantly increase your chances of obtaining the Greater Jeweller's Orbs necessary to enhance your Path of Exile 2 builds.