Path of Exile 2 Artificer's Orb * 20

Artificer's Orb is a currency item in Path of Exile 2 used to add rune sockets to martial weapons, wands, staves, or armor. It enables deeper gear customization by allowing additional rune or Soul Core placement, enhancing item attributes and build flexibility.

"Adds a Rune Socket to a Martial Weapon, wand, staff or Armour" Right-click this item then left-click a Martial Weapon, wand, staff or Armour to apply it. Shift-click to unstack. Stack Size: 1/20

Path of Exile 2 Artificer's Orb Features

Artificer's Orb adds a socket that can hold either a Rune or a Soul Core. These socket types are mutually exclusive and cannot be swapped once placed.

Basic Info:

• Item Type: Currency | Stack Size: 1/20

• Target Item Type: weapons, gloves, helmets, boots and body armor

• Effect: Adds one rune socket per use

Socket Limits:

These limits apply to base gear only. Additional sockets may be added via Vaal Orb corruption, which bypasses standard caps.

• Body Armor / 2H Weapons: Up to 2 sockets

• One-handed martial weapons, gloves, helmets, and boots: Up to 1 socket

How to Use:

• Right-click the Artificer's Orb in your inventory

• Left-click a valid item to add a rune socket

• Shift-click to unstack if you have multiple orbs

How to Obtain Path of Exile 2 Artificer's Orb

Artificer's Orb is a mid-tier socket currency item.

In-Game Drops:

• Random drops from monsters, chests, and containers

• Appears more frequently in mid-to-late Acts

Salvaging Items:

• Salvage socketed gear at the Salvage Bench in Clearfell to earn Artificer's Shards

• Combine 10 shards to craft one Artificer's Orb

Currency Exchange Market:

• Trade with Currency Exchange NPCs using the Currency Exchange System

Path of Exile 2 Artificer's Orb Crafting Synergy & Usage

Artificer's Orb is ideal for expanding socket count on gear intended for rune or Soul Core builds.

When to Use

• Save for rare or high-quality items with long-term build relevance

• Avoid using on low-level or temporary gear

• Use Artificer's Orb on gear with high base stats and synergy potential. For example, socketing Iron Runes into physical weapons or body armor can significantly boost damage and defenses.

Crafting for Self-Use

• Add sockets to gear that supports your rune setup

• Use on items with strong base stats or synergy potential

High-Value Use Cases

• Rune Scaling — Enable additional rune combinations for damage, defense, or utility

• Soul Core Integration — Expand socket count for Soul Core placement

• Build Optimization — Customize gear to match your skill tree and stat priorities

• Trade Preparation — Enhance item value before listing for sale

Path of Exile 2 Artificer's Orb FAQs

How is the Artificer's Orb obtained in PoE 2?

You can obtain the Artificer's Orb as random drops from monsters and chests, or by collecting Artificer's Shards. Shards are acquired by salvaging socketed items at the Salvage Bench and can be combined into a full Orb (10 Shards = 1 Orb).

Can the Artificer's Orb add sockets beyond the item's normal limit?

No. The Artificer's Orb respects the standard socket limit of the base item (e.g., 2 sockets for Body Armour). To bypass these limits and randomly add an extra socket, you must use a Vaal Orb on the item.

What is the best use of the Artificer's Orb in the endgame?

The best use is expanding sockets on high-tier rare or unique gear that is central to your build. This allows you to support advanced Rune combinations or integrate additional Soul Cores for maximizing late-game damage or defensive layering.

Can I remove or swap a Rune or Soul Core once socketed?

You cannot remove a Rune or Soul Core once socketed. However, as of Patch 0.2.0, you are able to rewrite a socketed Rune or Soul Core with a new one, which destroys the old one in the process.

Should I use the Artificer's Orb early in the campaign?

It is generally not recommended. Artificer's Orbs are best saved for high-quality, endgame gear where the extra sockets provide a meaningful and lasting impact on your build's scaling and overall performance.

What is the difference between a Rune Socket and a Soul Core Socket?

The Artificer's Orb adds a Rune Socket. A Rune Socket is a general socket that can house either a Rune or a Soul Core. Once you place a Rune or a Soul Core into it, the socket is effectively specialized for that component, although they can be rewritten.

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