PoE2 Essences Rate & Market Report - Dec 27

Time: 2024-12-27 by mmojugg Game: Path of Exile 2 Guide

Greetings, Exiles! This week, the essence market in Wraeclast has shown a mix of stability for basic essences and a profound shift towards Divine Orbs for the greater essences.

Note: All data is sourced from the official poe2 trade market.

[Previous Report] [Next Report]

PoE2 Essences Exchange Ratio Chart – December 27, 2024 (Standard League)

Essence Name	Exchange Rate This Week	Exchange Rate Last Week	General Equivalent
Essence of the Body	0.2	0.2	Exalted Orb
Essence of the Mind	0.2	0.14	Exalted Orb
Essence of Enhancement	0.25	0.25	Exalted Orb
Essence of Torment	1	1	Exalted Orb
Essence of Flames	0.25	0.33	Exalted Orb
Essence of Ice	0.25	0.33	Exalted Orb
Essence of Electricity	0.5	0.5	Exalted Orb
Essence of Ruin	0.5	0.5	Exalted Orb
Essence of Battle	0.33	0.33	Exalted Orb
Essence of Sorcery	0.33	0.5	Exalted Orb
Essence of Haste	1	1	Exalted Orb
Essence of the Infinite	0.2	0.2	Exalted Orb
Greater Essences
Greater Essence of the Body	1 Div	3 Ex	Divine Orb
Greater Essence of the Mind	1 Div	3 Ex	Divine Orb
Greater Essence of Enhancement	1 Div	1 Div	Divine Orb
Greater Essence of Torment	1 Div	27 Ex	Divine Orb
Greater Essence of Flames	1 Div	5 Ex	Divine Orb
Greater Essence of Ice	1 Div	5 Ex	Divine Orb
Greater Essence of Electricity	1 Div	8 Ex	Divine Orb
Greater Essence of Ruin	1 Div	12 Ex	Divine Orb
Greater Essence of Battle	1 Div	3 Ex	Divine Orb
Greater Essence of Sorcery	1 Div	10 Ex	Divine Orb
Greater Essence of Haste	2 Div	28 Ex	Divine Orb
Greater Essence of the Infinite	1 Ex	1 Ex	Exalted Orb

Weekly Market Observations & Trends

Stability in Basic Essences:

Most basic essences have maintained their prices, reflecting a steady demand and supply balance in the market.

Greater Essences Transition:

The shift towards Divine Orbs for greater essences is now complete, with most having dramatically different values compared to last week in terms of Exalted Orbs. This reflects the broader trend of Divine Orbs becoming the standard for high-value trading.

Notable Adjustments:

Essence of the Mind saw an increase from 0.14 to 0.2 Exalted Orbs (+42.8%), possibly due to new crafting strategies or popular builds requiring mental attributes.

Essence of Flames and Ice both dropped from 0.33 to 0.25 Exalted Orbs (-24.2%), indicating a potential reduction in demand for elemental damage enhancements.

Greater Essence of Haste:

This essence stands out with a value of 2 Divine Orbs, the highest among greater essences this week, showcasing its critical role in speed-focused builds.

Community Insights

Crafting with Essences: Players are sharing techniques on how to maximize the use of essences in item crafting, which could explain the stable prices of many basic essences.

Greater Essence Strategies: There's a growing conversation around the best uses for greater essences, particularly those now traded in Divine Orbs, highlighting their importance in high-end crafting.

Recommendations for Traders

Invest in Stable Essences:

With many basic essences holding steady, they could be a safe bet for those looking to invest in consistent market items.

Speculate on Greater Essences:

Given their new pricing in Divine Orbs, understanding the meta for each essence's use could guide you to profitable trades or investments.

Monitor Market Trends:

Keep an eye on how player strategies evolve, especially with the shift to Divine Orbs, as this can significantly affect essence values.

Crafting Opportunities:

Utilize this knowledge to engage in crafting or to trade with those who might not be aware of the current market shift.

Thanks for Reading

This week's essence market has been a testament to the dynamic nature of PoE2's economy, especially with the greater essences' transition. Stay tuned for next week's updates as we continue to navigate Wraeclast's ever-changing landscape.

👉 Check back next week for our latest market insights and updates!