PoE2 Catalyst Report - Dawn of the Hunt-April 17
Time: 2025-04-17 by mmojugg Game: Path of Exile 2 Guide Tags: PoE2 Market Report
Welcome, Exiles! This is the first Path of Exile 2 (PoE2) Catalyst Report for the Dawn of the Hunt League, dated April 17, 2025, marking the 13th day since the league's launch. Catalysts in PoE2 are specialized items used to enhance modifiers on gear, often tied to Breach content, making them valuable for optimizing builds. This report includes Breach Splinters and Breachstones, which are integral to Breach-related activities. Since this is the first catalyst report of the season, we'll compare with last season's data from December 17, 2024 (Standard League), captured just before the economic collapse triggered by patch 0.1.0e on December 19. Let's dive into the catalyst market!
Note: All data is sourced from the official PoE2 trade market.
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PoE2 Catalyst Exchange Rate – Dawn of the Hunt League (April 17, 2025)
The table below lists catalyst exchange rates for this season (April 17, 2025) alongside last season (December 17, 2024). All prices are in Exalted Orbs (Ex) for consistency.
Item Name | This Season (April 17, 2025) | Last Season (Dec 17, 2024) | General Equivalent |
|---|---|---|---|
Breach Splinter | 0.141 Ex | - | Exalted Orb |
42 Ex | - | Exalted Orb | |
1 Ex | 0.14 Ex | Exalted Orb | |
0.345 Ex | 0.30 Ex | Exalted Orb | |
0.309 Ex | 0.07 Ex | Exalted Orb | |
0.312 Ex | 0.10 Ex | Exalted Orb | |
0.901 Ex | 0.20 Ex | Exalted Orb | |
0.326 Ex | 0.25 Ex | Exalted Orb | |
4.74 Ex | 0.25 Ex | Exalted Orb | |
1.2 Ex | 0.25 Ex | Exalted Orb | |
6.8 Ex | 0.20 Ex | Exalted Orb | |
0.303 Ex | 0.17 Ex | Exalted Orb | |
0.313 Ex | 0.17 Ex | Exalted Orb | |
1.18 Ex | 0.11 Ex | Exalted Orb |
PoE2 Catalyst Market Observations & Trends
Breach Splinters and Breachstones:
This season Breach Splinter at 0.141 Ex and Breachstone at 42 Ex, reflecting their utility in Breach encounters. Their prices suggest Breachstones are a high-value investment for endgame content, while Splinters remain affordable for incremental progress.
Significant Price Surges Compared to Last Season's Equivalent Date
Compared to last season's data on December 17, 2024, this season's catalyst prices have generally increased, reflecting higher demand or reduced supply:
Reaver Catalyst: Skyrocketed from 0.20 Ex last season to 6.8 Ex this season, a 34-fold increase, likely due to its utility in meta builds or a significant drop rate reduction.
Esh's Catalyst: Jumped from 0.25 Ex to 4.74 Ex, a nearly 19-fold increase, indicating strong player interest in Esh-related modifiers.
Chayula's Catalyst: Rose from 0.25 Ex to 1.2 Ex, a 4.8-fold increase, showing growing demand for Chayula-specific enhancements.
Moderate Increases Across Most Catalysts
Compared to last season's equivalent date (December 17, 2024), most catalysts have seen moderate price increases:
Flesh Catalyst: Increased from 0.14 Ex to 1 Ex, a 7-fold rise, suggesting its modifiers are more sought after this season.
Carapace Catalyst and Uul-Netol's Catalyst: Rose from 0.07 Ex to 0.309 Ex and 0.10 Ex to 0.312 Ex, respectively, roughly tripling in value, likely due to meta shifts favoring their effects.
Xoph's Catalyst: Quadrupled from 0.20 Ex to 0.901 Ex, reflecting increased demand.
Adaptive Catalyst: Went from 0.11 Ex to 1.18 Ex, a 10-fold increase, indicating its versatility is valued in current builds.
Smaller Increases for Some Catalysts
Some catalysts saw smaller price increases compared to last season:
Tul's Catalyst, Sibilant Catalyst, and Skittering Catalyst: Rose modestly (e.g., Tul's from 0.25 Ex to 0.326 Ex, Sibilant from 0.17 Ex to 0.303 Ex), suggesting steady but not overwhelming demand.
Neural Catalyst: Edged up from 0.30 Ex to 0.345 Ex, a minimal increase, indicating stable interest.
Last Season's Context: Pre-Collapse Dynamics
Last season's data from December 17, 2024, before the 0.1.0e patch collapse, shows a more uniform catalyst market, with prices mostly between 0.07 Ex and 0.30 Ex. Compared to last season, this season's catalyst market exhibits much greater price variation, with top-tier catalysts like Reaver and Esh's reaching 6.8 Ex and 4.74 Ex, respectively, while others remain below 1 Ex. This reflects GGG's economic adjustments, meta changes, and potentially tighter drop rates in the Dawn of the Hunt League.
Looking Ahead
As the Dawn of the Hunt League progresses, catalyst prices will likely shift based on the popularity of Breach content and meta builds. High-value catalysts like Reaver and Esh's may remain expensive if demand persists, while more affordable ones like Sibilant and Skittering could see increased trading volume. Breachstones, at 42 Ex, may fluctuate based on the rewards from Breach encounters. Compared to last season's uniform pricing, this season's market shows greater diversity, suggesting a dynamic and evolving economy.
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