There are a couple of reasons why your scarab might not be working in Path of Exile:
1. Atlas Passives:
Stream of Consciousness or Growing Hordes: These Atlas passives override scarab effects and instead grant increased pack size.
Missing Required Passives: Some scarabs require specific Atlas passives to function. For instance, the "Legion’s Carver" scarab needs investment in the "Legions Domain" passive to guarantee Legion encounters.
2. Map Bugs:
Certain Maps: Some maps might be bugged and not spawn encounters tied to scarabs. Reef maps are notorious for not spawning Abysses even with Abyss scarabs.
3. Scarab Functionality:
Scarab Type: Scarabs have varying effects. Some guarantee encounters (e.g., Gilded Scarabs), while others increase the chance (e.g., Polished Scarabs). Not finding an encounter doesn’t necessarily mean the scarab is broken.
Scarab Consumption: Double-check that the scarab was actually consumed by the Map Device. It should disappear from your inventory after placing it in the device.
Troubleshooting Tips:
Check Atlas Passives: Ensure you haven’t allocated Stream of Consciousness or Growing Hordes and that you have the necessary passives for your scarab.
Try Different Maps: Run the same scarab in a different map layout to rule out map-specific bugs.
Use Higher Tier Scarabs: If using a Polished Scarab (increased chance), try a Gilded Scarab (guaranteed encounter) for better confirmation.
Verify Consumption: Double-check that the scarab disappeared from your inventory after placing it in the Map Device.