Path of Exile 2 Money Making Guide for Beginners

Time: 2025-01-15 by mmojugg Game: Path of Exile 2 Guide Tags: poe2 farming

As we enter the year 2025, I would like to share with you some strategies for making money in Path of Exile 2. Today's method is perfect for newcomers, as it requires no rare items - just the ability to handle T11 maps. Let's take a look at how you can turn simple gameplay into a steady stream of Sublime Stones.

The basics: Earning with Illusion Fragments

Here's the game plan:

Buying Refinements: Start by buying Wrath Oils. Currently, you can get about three Wrath Oils for the price of one Sublime Stone. Buying in bulk will make the process easier.

Apply the oils: Right-click to apply three Wrath Oils to any card. This process adds a layer of madness and summons special, untouchable monsters to the map.

Farming:

These special monsters drop Illusion Fragments when killed.

The current exchange rate is approximately 1.38 Illusion Fragments for one Sublime Stone, meaning you can turn four Fragments into three Sublime Stones.

Map preparation:

Before you set off, enhance your T11 map with a transformation stone, an enhancement stone and a rich stone. These are common at this stage and will increase your map's monster density or quality, which in turn will increase fragment drops.

Gameplay Tips:

Avoid using Sublime Stones on maps due to their high cost. Instead, use cheaper alternatives such as Philosopher's Stones to increase map quality or monster count.

Higher map quality (indicated by yellow text) tends to yield more fragments.

Practical example

First run: I have cleared a map with no additional rarity, securing seven Illusion Fragments, which is roughly equivalent to five Sublime Stones. That's a gain of four stones for minimal effort.

Second run: With a different card, I managed to collect five more fragments, bringing my total to 12. These could be exchanged for 8-9 Sublime Stones.

Stockpiling:

It's a good idea to stockpile more fragments before trading. Selling fewer fragments at once can result in a lower return, while stockpiling allows for better value and more efficient trading.

Advanced Strategies

Hoarding for higher rewards:

If you've got the equipment, you can aim to collect up to 300 fragments, which will automatically form an 'Illusion and Other World' challenge. This is tough but rewarding and allows you to farm more efficiently by looping through towers without climbing.

Talent Points:

There's a talent in the game that, once unlocked, will significantly increase your fragment drops. This makes grinding even more lucrative.

Equipment for Beginners

For those just starting out, here's a budget-friendly witch set:

Total cost: Around 15 Exalted Stones for a setup that will easily handle T11 maps.

Helmet: Look for one with good resistances and a 6,000 Energy shield for a blood flow build.

Gems: Skeleton Arsonist for damage can be socketed for a good boost without breaking the bank.

Body armour: Focus on energy shield and resistances, costing around 10 Exalted Stones.

Gloves, boots, belt: Look for items with a decent rarity and resistances to keep within your budget.

This setup is more than capable of farming T11 maps while providing a base to earn enough for upgrades.

Thanks for Reading

This method offers a straightforward way to build your wealth in Path of Exile 2. It's all about patience, understanding the mechanics and picking the right times to invest in your equipment. Armed with this knowledge, you'll be well on your way to early game success.