Summary
InPath of Exile 2,the way players handle their items and vendors might have changed from its predecessor. It is only natural that even veterans might feel confused when decidinghow to sell out their excess loot. But watch out, because some items shouldn’t be sold to merchants without considering other alternatives.
For these items, it is best to keep them in the Stash, hoard them, or take any other alternative before selling them to vendors. These include useful items that are particularly hard to stock in the late game, and certain items that can improve player’s chances of perfecting their build.
12Scrolls Of Wisdom
Save Them For Later
Scrolls of Wisdomare among the most common special items players might stumble upon, but don’t take them for granted. It’s true that later in Chapter One, players will unlock a vendor named The Hooded One, and they’ll be able to identify items for free. However, thatdoesn’t mean Scrolls of Wisdom are uselessin the late game.
Since more and more loot will drop, players will have to choose which to take with them. Whether for selling, or for safekeeping in the Stash, magic and rare items will soon flood the player’s inventory. They should always have some Scrolls with them to select what’s worth carrying back to camp.
11Unidentified Items
Better To Check Them First
This might sound like a no-brainer, but many people grow tired ofthe process of going back to camp, identifying everything, and selling what’s worth money but is not useful. They might want to rush and sell everything even without identifying it.
This is a huge mistake for multiple reasons. Since Magic and Rare items have randomized stats, players never know when they’re about to hit it big with a powerful bonus. The RNG in this game can be a nightmare, but don’t despair. If players are tired of selling everything, they can ask Una to disenchant items and obtain useful materials likeRegal Orbin return.
10Orbs Of Augmentation
They’re Quite Useful
Orbs of Augmentation stack on 20 units, andthey shouldn’t be sold to vendorsfor two reasons. First, players will get little money in return. Second, they’re one of the most useful items in the game, basically allowing players to add a new bonus to a magic item.
Instead, hoard them in the stash and use them when there’s an item that is nearly perfect, but needs an extra push to become what players need to complete their build. At the end of the day, these items are some of the best allies to fight the insidious RNG inPath of Exile 2.
9Exalted Orbs
One Of The Most Important Upgrade Currencies
Similar to the Orbs of Augmentation, theExalted Orballow players to add an extra bonus to a Rare item. In this sense, they’re even more precious than Orbs of Augmentation, and they shouldn’t be sold under any circumstances.
On that note, consider getting as many of these as possible. They will come in handy in the end game,when optimizing the buildis essential for survival.
8Orbs Of Transmutation
Don’t Underestimate Their Usefulness
Orbs Of Transmutation will allow players to turn a Normal Item into a Magic Item. Some new players joining the world ofPath of Exilemight be asking themselves why they would want this. The answer lies in the ability of certain Normal Items to have Jewel Slots. These items, especially weapons, are coveted byplayers who want to go for a particular build, and need that extra Jewel Slot. Turning these items into a Magic Item could be quite a power move.
7Armourer’s Scrap
Stash Them To Improve Armor
Armourer’s Scrapis a currency item that is used to improve the overall quality of a piece of Armor. By spending these, each piece of armor will be upgraded by 5% per use. In a game where item enhancement is the only way to survive the brutal end-game, having these in stock is a must. Avoid selling it at all costs, since there’s a lot of other things to sell if the need for money arises.
6Regal Shards
Used To Craft One Of The Game’s Best Items
Regal Shardsare stackable special items that can be combined into a Regal Orb. This important item will improvethe quality of a Magic item into a Rare One. Like the Orbs of Transmutation, having these in the end-game will make things easier.
Instead of selling Regal Shards, try stacking them up, then turn them into Regal Orbs and stash them away until the need to use them arises. Remember, turning a socket-able item into a Magic item is possible. Then, of course, players can use a Regal Orb to turn it into a Rare one.
5Blacksmith’s Whetstone
Used To Power Up Martial Weapons
This is the same principle as the Armourer’s Scrap,but this item improves the Quality of weapons. Selling them might hinder the character’s progression later on, so the best course of action is to stash them.
To use these valuable items, Right Click (action key on the controller) and then drag it over an item and press again. The maximum quality attainable is 20%, and eachBlacksmith’s Whetstoneimproves it by 5%.
4Arcanist’s Etcher
Used To Power Up Magical Weapons
As with other quality improvement items,Arcanist’s Etcherare used for Wands, Staves, and Scepters. Magic-related classes should stash these items instead of selling them to Merchants, as they will considerably improve their chances of making it to the end-game unharmed.
To use these, simply drag and drop them over the Wand, Staff, or Scepter the player wants to improve.It is important to mentionthat the Arcanist’s Etchers have a relatively low drop rate, making it even more important not to sell them.
3Runes
Used For Various Enchantment Purposes
Runes are enchantment items that will improve either the Armor, Damage, or Elemental Resistance of a piece of equipment. They come in various colors and shapes, and they’re mostly related to the attribute they will improve by using them on an item. For example, Glacial Runes will improve the Cold Resistance of a piece of armor, while Iron Runes will improve the amount of Armor they offer.
Needless to say, selling these to vendors is a dire mistake. Players should instead keep them safe in their stash, for the moment they see an item worthy of being enhanced.
