Path of Exile: Atlas of Worlds
Atlas of Worlds
Expansion
Release version | 2.4.0 |
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Release date | 2016-09-02 |
For a full list of changes (i.e. patch notes), see Version 2.4.0.
For details on the Atlas of World mechanics, see Atlas of Worlds.
Path of Exile: Atlas of Worlds is the fifth expansion for Path of Exile. It was officially announced by Grinding Gear Games on August 12, 2016[1] and released on {{#show: Atlas of Worlds (Expansion)|?Has release date}}.
This expansion has a large focus on improving the end-game, in particular the mapping experience which has been left untouched by previous expansions.
New features
General
- Engine improvements:
- engine multithreading
- particle effects system optimisation
- new texture compression
- other minor improvements
- Prophecy system added to the core game
- Added a channelled skill system
- New supporter packs.[2]
Map overhaul
- Addition of the Atlas of Worlds.
- Existing maps are getting changed.[2]
- 30 new maps.[2]
- 19 new map bosses.[2]
Essence league
Main page: Essence league
- Encounter packs of monsters imprisoned by essences; the imprisoned Rare monster will drop said essences when slain.
- Essences act as Module Error: No results found for item using search term "item_name = Orb of Alchemy", while simultaneously guaranteeing a specific mod. Higher tier essences can also act as Chaos OrbsChaos OrbStack Size: 20Reforges a rare item with new random modifiersRight click this item then left click a rare item to apply it..
- 25 varieties of Essences with 7 tiers each, for a total of 105.
New items
Base items
Includes 13 new base items:
- Blue Pearl AmuletBlue Pearl AmuletRequires Level 77(48-56)% increased Mana Regeneration Rate
- Bone HelmetBone HelmetArmour: (197-227)
Energy Shield: (40-46)Requires Level 73, 76 Str, 76 IntMinions deal (15-20)% increased Damage - Module Error: No results found for item using search term "item_name = Crystal Belt"
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "item_name = Fingerless Silk Gloves"
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "item_name = Gripped Gloves"
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "item_name = Marble Amulet"
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "item_name = Opal Ring"
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "item_name = Spiked Gloves"
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "item_name = Steel Ring"
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "page = Two-Toned Boots (Fire and Lightning Resistance)"
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "page = Two-Toned Boots (Cold and Lightning Resistance)"
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "page = Two-Toned Boots (Fire and Cold Resistance)"
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "item_name = Vanguard Belt"
Unique items
Includes 22 new unqiue items:
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "item_name = Cospri's Malice"
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "item_name = Hallowed Ground"
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "item_name = Kitava's Thirst"
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "item_name = Kondo's Pride"
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "item_name = Praxis"
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "item_name = The Putrid Cloister"
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "item_name = Unending Hunger"
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "item_name = Valyrium"
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "item_name = The Warden's Brand"
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "item_name = Witchfire Brew"
- Unique boss drops;
- Chimera:
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "item_name = Obscurantis"
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "item_name = The Scourge"
- Hydra:
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "item_name = Slivertongue"
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "item_name = Snakepit"
- Minotaur:
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "item_name = Brain Rattler"
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "item_name = The Brass Dome"
- Phoenix:
- Eye of InnocenceEye of Innocence
Citrine AmuletRequires Level 68+(16-24) to Strength and Dexterity10% chance to Ignite
(50-70)% increased Damage while Ignited
Take 100 Fire Damage when you Ignite an Enemy
2% of Fire Damage Leeched as Life while Ignited"...and so He said: 'Let only the good meet my gaze'
and no eye met His. So He called down the cleansing flames
and let black smoke sweep the Sinners away."
- Book of Innocence - Module Error: No results found for item using search term "item_name = Razor of the Seventh Sun"
- Eye of InnocenceEye of Innocence
- The Shaper:
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "item_name = Dying Sun"
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "item_name = Shaper's Touch"
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "item_name = Voidwalker"
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "item_name = Starforge"
- Chimera:
Maps
Includes 30 new maps:
- Acid Lakes MapAcid Caverns MapMap Level: 71
Map Tier: 4
Guild Character: eTravel to this Map by using it in the Templar Laboratory or a personal Map Device. Maps can only be used once. (reworked as Acid Caverns Map) - Beach MapBeach MapMap Level: 69
Map Tier: 2
Guild Character: aTravel to this Map by using it in the Templar Laboratory or a personal Map Device. Maps can only be used once. - Burial Chambers MapBurial Chambers MapMap Level: 72
Map Tier: 5
Guild Character: fTravel to this Map by using it in the Templar Laboratory or a personal Map Device. Maps can only be used once. - Module Error: No results found for item using search term "page = Factory Map (Atlas of Worlds)"
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "page = Marshes Map (Atlas of Worlds)"
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "page = Mesa Map (Atlas of Worlds)"
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "page = Desert Spring Map (Atlas of Worlds)" (reworked as Desert Spring Map)
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "page = Primordial Pool Map (Atlas of Worlds)"
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "page = Tower Map (Atlas of Worlds)"
- Arachnid Tomb MapArachnid Tomb MapMap Level: 74
Map Tier: 7
Guild Character: nTravel to this Map by using it in the Templar Laboratory or a personal Map Device. Maps can only be used once. - Armoury MapArmoury MapMap Level: 74
Map Tier: 7
Guild Character: oTravel to this Map by using it in the Templar Laboratory or a personal Map Device. Maps can only be used once. - Module Error: No results found for item using search term "page = Barrows Map (Atlas of Worlds)"
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "page = Port Map (Atlas of Worlds)" (renamed into Port Map)
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "page = Racecourse Map (Atlas of Worlds)"
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "page = Ramparts Map (Atlas of Worlds)"
- Vaal City MapAncient City MapMap Level: 73
Map Tier: 6
Guild Character: mTravel to this Map by using it in the Templar Laboratory or a personal Map Device. Maps can only be used once. (renamed into Ancient City Map) - Module Error: No results found for item using search term "page = Lighthouse Map (Atlas of Worlds)" (renamed into Lighthouse Map)
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "page = Estuary Map (Atlas of Worlds)"
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "page = Terrace Map (Atlas of Worlds)" (renamed into Terrace Map)
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "page = Ivory Temple Map (Atlas of Worlds)"
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "page = Lair Map (Atlas of Worlds)"
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "page = Mineral Pools Map (Atlas of Worlds)"
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "page = Scriptorium Map (Atlas of Worlds)"
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "page = Leyline Map (Atlas of Worlds)" (renamed into Leyline Map)
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "page = Vault Map (Atlas of Worlds)"
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "page = Forge of the Phoenix Map (Atlas of Worlds)"
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "page = Lair of the Hydra Map (Atlas of Worlds)"
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "page = Maze of the Minotaur Map (Atlas of Worlds)"
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "page = Pit of the Chimera Map (Atlas of Worlds)"
Map fragments
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "item_name = Fragment of the Chimera"
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "item_name = Fragment of the Hydra"
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "item_name = Fragment of the Minotaur"
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "item_name = Fragment of the Phoenix"
Quest items
Currency
- Cartographer's Sextants
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "item_name = Apprentice Cartographer's Sextant"
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "item_name = Journeyman Cartographer's Sextant"
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "item_name = Master Cartographer's Sextant"
- Cartographer's Seals
- Apprentice Cartographer's SealApprentice Cartographer's SealStack Size: 10Uncompletes a white map on the AtlasRight click this item then left click a white map on the Atlas to apply it.
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "item_name = Journeyman Cartographer's Seal"
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "item_name = Master Cartographer's Seal"
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "item_name = Unshaping Orb"
- Essences
Divination cards
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "item_name = Mawr Blaidd"
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "item_name = The Oath"
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "item_name = The Scavenger"
- Module Error: No results found for item using search term "item_name = The Void"
New monsters
Bosses
- Guardian of the Chimera
- Guardian of the Hydra
- Guardian of the Minotaur
- Guardian of the Phoenix
- The Shaper
General Changes
- Balance changes to:
- Triggered skills
- skill and support gems
- several unique items
- few ascendancy skills
- monsters
- experience gain at very high levels
- poison
- "vacuum farming"
References
- ↑ Bex_GGG (August 12, 2016). "We're Proud to Announce Our Upcoming Expansion: Atlas of Worlds!". Official Path of Exile Forums. Retrieved August 12, 2016.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 (August 12, 2016). "Atlas of Worlds promo page". Official Path of Exile Website. Retrieved August 12, 2016.