Anointing Guide for Path of Exile 2 (PoE 2)

In the immersive world of *Path of Exile 2*, enhancing your character's power is key, and anointing is a sophisticated method to do just that. This feature, which becomes available later in the game, allows players to customize their amulets and Waystones, tailoring their gameplay experience to their chosen build. Here's a detailed guide on how to anoint in *Path of Exile 2*.

How To Get Distilled Emotions in Path of Exile 2

To anoint your items, you'll need Distilled Emotions, which are obtained from Delirium Maps. These maps, akin to the Blight Oils in the original game, offer a random selection of ten types of Distilled Emotions: Despair, Disgust, Envy, Fear, Greed, Guilt, Ire, Isolation, Paranoia, and Suffering. Completing a Delirium Map is the standard method to acquire these essential resources. Alternatively, you can obtain Distilled Emotions through currency exchange or the trade market.

For those looking to refine their collection, the Reforging Bench is the go-to spot. By using three Distilled Emotions of the same type, you can upgrade them into a higher-tier version of that emotion, giving you more control over your anointing process.

If you're up for a challenge, tackling Simulacrum waves offers another chance to obtain Distilled Emotions, though this method is less efficient and requires a robust build due to increased difficulty.

How To Anoint Items in Path of Exile 2

Anointing can be applied to both amulets and Waystones, with the potential for more options as the game evolves through its Early Access phase. To anoint an amulet, first, select a Distilled Emotion to access the Instilling window. Choose any emotion to begin, then place your amulet in the center slot and three Distilled Emotions in the bottom slots. The specific emotions required for your desired anointing ability are listed in the Passive Skill Tree. To view them, hover over a Notable Passive Skill and press alt on a keyboard or R3 on a controller.

The process for anointing Waystones is similar, but it increases their difficulty, offering better loot in return. Note that you cannot anoint corrupted items, whether they're amulets or Waystones.

With this guide, you're now equipped to enhance your amulets and challenge yourself with anointing Waystones, optimizing your gameplay experience in *Path of Exile 2*.

*Path of Exile 2 is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.*