This guide details two efficient methods for acquiring Greater Jeweller's Orbs in Path of Exile 2: farming and trading. These orbs are crucial for upgrading gear, adding a fourth link to skill gems, significantly boosting damage and survivability.
Farming Greater Jeweller's Orbs
Obtaining Greater Jeweller's Orbs through drops is challenging due to their low drop rate. The most effective farming strategy involves high-tier mapping (Tier 10+) and focusing on Breach encounters.
| Farming Element | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Breaches within 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 necessary). Prioritize Waystones with modifiers like 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 | Local Knowledge (boosts Socket Currency drops by 40% in Grass biomes; Greater Jeweller's Orbs are considered Socket Currency). Remember to respec out of Local Knowledge when farming in non-Grass biomes. |
| Build | A build with strong wave-clearing capabilities and decent defenses (e.g., Ice Strike Invoker Monk, Deadeye Ranger, Stormweaver Sorcerer). |
The Local Knowledge node significantly increases your chances of obtaining Socket Currency in Grass biomes. Remember that Lesser, Greater, and Perfect Jeweller's Orbs all fall under this category. However, it negatively impacts drops in other biomes (Desert, Mountain), so strategic respeccing is vital.
Here's a list of suitable Grass biome maps:
| Map | Biome |
|---|---|
| Augury | Grass/Forest/Swamp |
| Blooming Field | Grass/Forest |
| Crypt | Grass/Mountain/Desert |
| Decay | Grass/Forest/Swamp |
| Hidden Grotto | Grass/Mountain/Forest/Swamp |
| Seepage | Grass/Forest/Swamp |
| Savannah | Grass/Desert |
| Vaal Factory | Grass/City |
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 the official trading website are both viable options. The exchange eliminates scam risks, while the website may offer slightly lower prices.
In-game Currency Exchange: After reaching Act 3 Cruel, interact with Alva. Specify "Greater Jeweller's Orb" as your desired item and offer Exalted Orbs/Divine Orbs. The exchange will display the current market rate.
Trading Website: Use the official trading website (link not provided, but easily searchable). Filter results by "Exalted Orb" under Buyout Price. Contact sellers via "Direct Whisper" or "Copy Whisper" to initiate in-game trades.
By utilizing either farming or trading strategies, you can effectively acquire the Greater Jeweller's Orbs necessary to enhance your Path of Exile 2 builds. Remember to adapt your approach based on your resources and play style.
