The Temple of Atzoatl, or simply "Temple," is an endgame delve into Path of Exile’s intricate Incursion mechanic. It throws up exciting possibilities where your choices truly impact the experience. One crucial aspect is Temple Offerings, where sacrificing specific items unlocks powerful boons and shapes the final Temple layout. Let’s break it down:
Types of Offering Rooms:
Halls of Offerings: These come in three tiers – Marble, Alabaster, and Golden – each offering increasingly potent upgrades for sacrificing various items. (Marble Hall: , Alabaster Hall: , Golden Hall: )
Chambers of Reflection: These mirror the effects of the Hall you choose, allowing you to duplicate the chosen upgrades for another room. (Chamber of Reflection: )
Chambers of Ssacrifice: These offer unique rewards based on the sacrificed item’s rarity and type. (Chamber of Sacrifice: )
Specific Altar Effects:
Each Hall tier, when fueled by specific offerings, grants distinct rewards:
Marble Hall:
Unique Items: Upgrade a Tier 1 unique to Tier 2 or 3.
Currency: Generate Scarabs, Fossils, or Resonators.
Vaal Orbs: Reroll Temple Rooms.
Alabaster Hall:
Skill Gems: Level up a gem to its maximum or increase its quality.
Maps: Upgrade map tiers or add special modifiers.
Prophecies: Seal prophecies or upgrade their tier.
Value vs. Potential: Consider the item’s intrinsic value versus the potential upgrade. Sacrificing a valuable unique might not be worth a minor tier increase.
Rarity Matters: Higher rarity items offer better upgrade chances and rarer rewards in Chambers of Sacrifice.
Targeted Offerings: Align offerings with your desired rewards. Gems for Alabaster Hall, currency for Marble Hall, etc.
Duplication Dilemma: Use Chambers of Reflection strategically to maximize desired upgrades for key Temple rooms.
Resource Recommendations:
Path of Exile Wiki: Comprehensive information on Temple mechanics, item effects, and specific upgrade chances.
Poebuilds.cc Temple Planner: Visually plan your Temple layout and offerings to optimize rewards.
Community Forums: Discussions, strategies, and tips from experienced players.
Remember, experimentation is key! With careful planning and a bit of luck, you can turn the Temple of Atzoatl into a treasure trove of boons and powerful rewards.