In the latest expansion of Path of Exile, titled "Trials of the Ancestors," a slew of new features, items, and mechanics have been introduced. This guide aims to break down the key information and changes to help you navigate the league with success.
1. New Trinkets for Enhancing Combat:
Among the new additions are unique trinkets that offer various combat enhancements for you and your allies. Here's a brief overview of these trinkets:
Lightning Rod: This trinket provides your Defender teammates with charges, boosting their combat capabilities.
Dying Raw: Amplify the combat prowess of your allies with a unique explosive effect when they meet their end.
Queen's Inspiration: Equipping this trinket grants you the Tailwind effect and spreads it to nearby allies. This potentially grants increased movement speed and action speed.
Please note that these trinkets may be single-use items, though the specifics will become clearer as the league progresses.
2. Guardian Minions and Auras:
The new league introduces Guardians Minions, which have auras that can greatly impact gameplay. These auras are especially notable for their power and scaling:
Minions will have auras that are at level 27.5 if your character is level 85 or above. If you're below level 85, the auras will be equivalent to the highest-level aura you can equip.
These auras will not be affected by stat-increasing effects of non-curse auras, so scaling them with gear might not be viable.
This change allows players to free up their own aura slots for other powerful auras like Hatred, Wrath, and Anger from their ascendancy choices. This is particularly valuable for classes like Hierophants, Inquisitors, and Guardians.
3. Elemental Relics and Mana Reservation:
The Guardian Ascendancy node that summons Elemental Relics is expected to be highly sought after. This node can potentially allow you to allocate your mana reservation to other purposes, making it extremely valuable for Hierophants, Inquisitors, and other classes.
4. Locus Mind Support:
Locus Mind Support changes the way mines function in terms of throwing range and detonation mechanics. It is important to note that you'll need to move a certain distance away from the mines for successful detonation.
5. Private Leagues and Filters:
Private Leagues for Trials of the Ancestors are available for administrative setup. While you can create and invite players to your private league, actual gameplay won't commence until the league becomes playable for everyone.
Additionally, there are changes to item class terminology in the game. "Active Skill Gem" is now "Skill Gem," and "Support Skill Gem" is now "Support Gem." This alteration will impact existing loot filters, so be prepared to update or create new filters to accommodate these changes.
6. Map Tiering and Farming:
The expansion introduces new map tiers and layouts, offering a dynamic experience for players. Notably, lower-tier maps in Trials of the Ancestors are significantly improved compared to previous leagues. Tier 4 and Tier 5 maps—Cage and Cells, respectively—can offer opportunities to farm the Chains that Bind divination card, a crucial item for obtaining six-linked equipment. This improvement makes it easier to obtain your first six-link item in white maps, eliminating the need to rely on more challenging divination card farming.
Conclusion:
With the Trials of the Ancestors expansion, Path of Exile introduces a variety of new mechanics, trinkets, and changes that can impact your gameplay significantly. Understanding the intricacies of these additions will allow you to optimize your experience and make the most out of this exciting league. Good luck, and may your adventures be rewarding!
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