Expedition

Expedition is the league mechanic of Expedition league, released in version 3.15.0 which the player can first encounter in Act 6. This encounter is considered Extra Content and has a baseline greater than 8% chance to appear in any non-unique map area.

Overview

General Mechanic

The player will encounter one of the four Expedition NPCs amidst heaps of dirt, skulls, various small flags and so-called remnants. These remnants apply certain modifiers on explosion, which come in two different varieties. The first modifier — or a set thereof — applies to the monsters the player unearths with an explosion, the last modifier describes loot bonuses or extra experience. Both, locations of chests and difficulty of monsters, are indicated with markers. Whereas the skulls show monsters and more difficult ones are marked with bigger skulls on higher stakes, the flags are coloured according to the value of chest contents. White flags yield lesser, yellow flags middling and red flags yield loot of greater value.

The player can place up to four explosives in the area marked by dirt heaps, which detonate one after the other with a short delay. Each remnant affected by explosives will apply its modifiers to the monsters and chests unearthed around it and those of each subsequent explosion. After any explosion the player can loot the chests (unearthed monsters do not have to be killed for the chests to be accessible) and will find normal loot, special Expedition currencies and occasionally Expedition Logbooks. These logbooks can be taken to Dannig, open portals to larger Expedition areas with more remnants, flags and more placeable explosives. These areas also contain loot in caves hidden behind rock walls, that have to be affected by an explosive to become accessible. Logbook encounters can spawn one of the Expedition bosses: Medved, Vorana, Uhtred and Olroth.

After completing an encounter the player can trade their currency on site with the respective NPC or in town.

Trading

Trading currency found in unearthed chests introduces a second layer of complexity to the Expedition mechanic. The list below shows which member of the Kalguuran expedition the player can trade their currency with. Each NPC offers a different set of items and while Gwennen reveals unidentified items upon buying (item class is visible, rarity is not), Rog lets the player reroll outcomes of several crafting options. Tujen sells currency and other items like fragments and gems, and Dannig offers his associates' currency.

Items

Expedition chests and monsters drop Expedition currencies as well as Expedition Logbooks. Modifiers to increased item quantity of the area will affect the drop rate of both.

Expedition Map Symbol Quick-Reference

Map Symbol	Meaning	Map Symbol	Meaning	Map Symbol	Meaning
	Expedition Boss		Expedition Cavern Entrance		Expedition Stash
	Abyss Expedition Chest		Armour Expedition Chest		Blight Expedition Chest
	Breach Expedition Chest		Currency Expedition Chest		Delirium Expedition Chest
	Divination Expedition Chest		Essence Expedition Chest		Expedition Expedition Chest
	Fossil Expedition Chest		Fragment Expedition Chest		Gems Expedition Chest
	Generic Expedition Chest		Harbinger Expedition Chest		Heist Expedition Chest
	Labyrinth Expedition Chest		Legion Expedition Chest		Atlas/Maps Expedition Chest
	Metamorph Expedition Chest		Ritual Expedition Chest		Talisman Expedition Chest
	Jewellery Expedition Chest		Unique Expedition Chest		Weapon Expedition Chest

Related items

Item		Stats
Altered PerceptionAltered Perception3SimulacrumYou mustn't forget: you won't be leaving this place.	1	N/A
AstragaliAstragaliStack Size: 1000These can be brought to Gwennen to refresh her vendor inventory. Shift click to unstack.	1	N/A
Expedition LogbookExpedition LogbookTake this item to Dannig in your Hideout to open portals to an expedition.	1	N/A
Gilded Expedition ScarabGilded Expedition ScarabContains an additional Expedition Encounter 20% increased number of Explosives Area contains 50% increased number of Runic Monster Markers Area contains an Expedition EncounterWe lay you to rest in the forest deep, Runesmith Revna, so that you may be forever hidden from the stars which so terrified you in your final days. May the secret you took to your grave be lifted from your burdens.Can be used in a personal Map Device.	1	Contains an additional Expedition Encounter 20% increased number of Explosives Area contains 50% increased number of Runic Monster Markers Area contains an Expedition Encounter
Kalguuran Delirium OrbKalguuran Delirium OrbStack Size: 10Modifies a Map item adding layers of Delirium with the Expedition Items reward typeRight click this item then left click a Map item to apply it. Can apply up to 5 to a single Map item. Shift click to unstack.	1	N/A
Kalguuran IncubatorKalguuran IncubatorStack Size: 10Adds an incubated Expedition item to an equippable item Item drops after killing {0} monstersRight click this item then left click an item to apply it. The Incubated item drops after killing a specific number of monsters. Shift click to unstack.	1	N/A
Polished Expedition ScarabPolished Expedition ScarabContains an additional Expedition Encounter 20% increased number of Explosives Area contains 25% increased number of Runic Monster Markers Area contains an Expedition EncounterAs you delve into the mysteries of this world, apprentice Revna, remember to learn from the past, not be consumed by it.Can be used in a personal Map Device.	1	Contains an additional Expedition Encounter 20% increased number of Explosives Area contains 25% increased number of Runic Monster Markers Area contains an Expedition Encounter
Rusted Expedition ScarabRusted Expedition ScarabContains an additional Expedition Encounter Area contains an Expedition EncounterYour people no longer walk this continent, young Revna, but the Order of the Djinn will give you a new home.Can be used in a personal Map Device.	1	Contains an additional Expedition Encounter Area contains an Expedition Encounter
Time-Lost RelicTime-Lost Relic10League-Specific ItemTime cannot wash away that which cannot be forgotten.	1	N/A
Winged Expedition ScarabWinged Expedition ScarabContains an additional Expedition Encounter 20% increased number of Explosives Area contains 50% increased number of Runic Monster Markers Remnants have an additional Suffix Modifier Area contains an Expedition EncounterDarkness surges in the shadows of the past. Ancient evils stir. The stars watch, forever aloof, forever menacing. None remain who know the secret, so we are defenseless in the face of the unknown.Can be used in a personal Map Device.	1	Contains an additional Expedition Encounter 20% increased number of Explosives Area contains 50% increased number of Runic Monster Markers Remnants have an additional Suffix Modifier Area contains an Expedition Encounter
Runic GlovesRunic GlovesWard: (24-28)Requires Level 24, 16 Str, 16 Dex, 16 Int	24	N/A
Runic GreavesRunic GreavesWard: (24-28)Requires Level 24, 20 Str, 20 Dex, 20 Int	24	N/A
FaithguardFaithguard Runic HelmWard: (51-63)Requires Level 25, 30 Str, 30 Dex, 30 Int+(20-30) to Intelligence (25-35)% increased Ward (40-60)% faster Restoration of Ward (15-25)% increased Light Radius Increases and Reductions to Maximum Energy Shield instead apply to WardThe priests of the Kalguur worshipped knowledge, not gods.	25	+(20-30) to Intelligence (25-35)% increased Ward (40-60)% faster Restoration of Ward (15-25)% increased Light Radius Increases and Reductions to Maximum Energy Shield instead apply to Ward
Runic HelmRunic HelmWard: (41-47)Requires Level 25, 30 Str, 30 Dex, 30 Int	25	N/A
Iron FlaskIron FlaskLasts 5.00 Seconds Consumes 40 of 60 Charges on use +200 to WardRequires Level 27Restores Ward on useRight click to drink. Can only hold charges while in belt. Refills as you kill monsters.	27	Restores Ward on use
Elixir of the Unbroken CircleElixir of the Unbroken Circle Iron FlaskLasts (6.00-7.00) Seconds Consumes 40 of 60 Charges on use +200 to WardRequires Level 40Restores Ward on use(20-40)% increased Duration Recover 4% of Life per Endurance Charge on use Lose all Endurance Charges on use Gain 1 Endurance Charge per Second during EffectNothing endures. All things end. Then, they begin again.Right click to drink. Can only hold charges while in belt. Refills as you kill monsters.	40	Restores Ward on use(20-40)% increased Duration Recover 4% of Life per Endurance Charge on use Lose all Endurance Charges on use Gain 1 Endurance Charge per Second during Effect
Olroth's ResolveOlroth's Resolve Iron FlaskLasts 5.00 Seconds Consumes (56-60) of 60 Charges on use +200 to WardRequires Level 40Restores Ward on use(40-50)% increased Charges per use Ward does not Break during Effect 70% less Ward during EffectOlroth the Gallant, tireless and true, he fights for me, he fights for you!Right click to drink. Can only hold charges while in belt. Refills as you kill monsters.	40	Restores Ward on use(40-50)% increased Charges per use Ward does not Break during Effect 70% less Ward during Effect
Starlight ChaliceStarlight Chalice Iron FlaskLasts 5.00 Seconds Consumes 40 of 60 Charges on use +200 to WardRequires Level 40Restores Ward on use(20-30)% increased Charge Recovery Inflict Fire, Cold and Lightning Exposure on nearby Enemies when used (20-30)% increased Effect of Non-Damaging Ailments you inflict during EffectUhtred and his priests drank of the skies to empower runes... and themselves.Right click to drink. Can only hold charges while in belt. Refills as you kill monsters.	40	Restores Ward on use(20-30)% increased Charge Recovery Inflict Fire, Cold and Lightning Exposure on nearby Enemies when used (20-30)% increased Effect of Non-Damaging Ailments you inflict during Effect
Vorana's PreparationVorana's Preparation Iron FlaskLasts 5.00 Seconds Consumes (36-44) of 60 Charges on use +200 to WardRequires Level 40Restores Ward on use(-10-10)% increased Charges per use Debilitate nearby Enemies for 2 Seconds when Effect ends Effect is removed when Ward Breaks Culling Strike during EffectVorana trained her mercenaries thus: strike true and survive.Right click to drink. Can only hold charges while in belt. Refills as you kill monsters.	40	Restores Ward on use(-10-10)% increased Charges per use Debilitate nearby Enemies for 2 Seconds when Effect ends Effect is removed when Ward Breaks Culling Strike during Effect
NightgripNightgrip Runic GagesWard: (82-105)Requires Level 48, 31 Str, 31 Dex, 31 Int(33-48)% increased Ward +(17-23)% to Chaos Resistance Gain Added Chaos Damage equal to 20% of Ward 75% of Damage taken bypasses WardThose heroes that set foot on Wraeclast found themselves changing, only subtly at first...	48	(33-48)% increased Ward +(17-23)% to Chaos Resistance Gain Added Chaos Damage equal to 20% of Ward 75% of Damage taken bypasses Ward
Olroth's ChargeOlroth's Charge Runic SolleretsWard: (93-127)Requires Level 48, 37 Str, 37 Dex, 37 Int(50-80)% increased Ward (50-30)% slower Restoration of Ward 20% increased Movement Speed Gain Adrenaline for 3 seconds when Ward BreaksWhere others would retreat when vulnerable, Olroth the Gallant fought deeper into battle.	48	(50-80)% increased Ward (50-30)% slower Restoration of Ward 20% increased Movement Speed Gain Adrenaline for 3 seconds when Ward Breaks
Runic GagesRunic GagesWard: (62-71)Requires Level 48, 31 Str, 31 Dex, 31 Int	48	N/A
Runic SolleretsRunic SolleretsWard: (62-71)Requires Level 48, 37 Str, 37 Dex, 37 Int	48	N/A
Runic CrestRunic CrestWard: (97-112)Requires Level 49, 55 Str, 55 Dex, 55 Int	49	N/A
Cadigan's CrownCadigan's Crown Runic CrownWard: (164-189)Requires Level 68, 66 Str, 66 Dex, 66 IntNever deal Critical Strikes BattlemageCadigan the Third ruled dispassionately through the iron might of artifice.	68	Never deal Critical Strikes Battlemage
Runic CrownRunic CrownWard: (164-189)Requires Level 68, 66 Str, 66 Dex, 66 Int	68	N/A
Medved's ChallengeMedved's Challenge Runic GauntletsWard: (132-175)Requires Level 69, 342 Str, 342 Dex, 342 Int800% increased Attribute Requirements (30-50)% increased Ward +(15-25)% to all Elemental Resistances 80% less Flask Charges gained from Kills Flasks gain 1 Charge per second if you've Hit a Unique Enemy RecentlyFor forty-two nights, the Feller of Heroes challenged the next greatest warrior to a one-on-one duel. None could match his might.	69	800% increased Attribute Requirements (30-50)% increased Ward +(15-25)% to all Elemental Resistances 80% less Flask Charges gained from Kills Flasks gain 1 Charge per second if you've Hit a Unique Enemy Recently
Runic GauntletsRunic GauntletsWard: (102-117)Requires Level 69, 38 Str, 38 Dex, 38 Int	69	N/A
Runic SabatonsRunic SabatonsWard: (102-117)Requires Level 69, 46 Str, 46 Dex, 46 Int	69	N/A
Vorana's MarchVorana's March Runic SabatonsWard: (102-117)Requires Level 69, 46 Str, 46 Dex, 46 IntHas no Sockets Triggers Level 20 Summon Arbalists when Equipped 25% increased Movement Speed <Four random Summoned Arbalists modifiers>In their hour of desperate need, the Knights of the Sun called out for aid... and the Black Scythe answered.	69	Has no Sockets Triggers Level 20 Summon Arbalists when Equipped 25% increased Movement Speed <Four random Summoned Arbalists modifiers> Summoned Arbalists have (30-40)% increased Attack Speed Summoned Arbalists' Projectiles Chain +2 times Summoned Arbalists' Attacks have (40-60)% chance to inflict Bleeding Summoned Arbalists have (10-20)% chance to Crush on Hit Summoned Arbalists have (25-35)% chance to deal Double Damage Summoned Arbalists have (15-25)% chance to Freeze, Shock, and Ignite Summoned Arbalists have (10-20)% chance to inflict Cold Exposure on Hit Summoned Arbalists have (10-20)% chance to inflict Fire Exposure on Hit Summoned Arbalists have (10-20)% chance to inflict Lightning Exposure on Hit Summoned Arbalists have (20-30)% chance to Intimidate for 4 seconds on Hit Summoned Arbalists have (20-30)% chance to Maim for 4 seconds on Hit Summoned Arbalists have (40-60)% chance to Poison Summoned Arbalists have (20-30)% chance to Unnerve for 4 seconds on Hit Summoned Arbalists fire (2-4) additional Projectiles +1 to number of Summoned Arbalists Summoned Arbalists' Projectiles Split into 3 Summoned Arbalists gain (30-40)% of Physical Damage as Extra Cold Damage Summoned Arbalists have 20% chance to inflict Cold Exposure on Hit Summoned Arbalists gain (30-40)% of Physical Damage as Extra Fire Damage Summoned Arbalists have 20% chance to inflict Fire Exposure on Hit Summoned Arbalists gain (30-40)% of Physical Damage as Extra Lightning Damage Summoned Arbalists have 20% chance to inflict Lightning Exposure on Hit Summoned Arbalists Convert 100% of Physical Damage to Cold Damage Summoned Arbalists have (10-20)% chance to Freeze Summoned Arbalists Convert 100% of Physical Damage to Fire Damage Summoned Arbalists have (10-20)% chance to Ignite Summoned Arbalists Convert 100% of Physical Damage to Lightning Damage Summoned Arbalists have (10-20)% chance to Shock Summoned Arbalists' Projectiles Fork Summoned Arbalists' Projectiles Pierce (2-4) additional Targets

Currencies

Gwennen:

• Lesser Broken Circle ArtifactLesser Broken Circle ArtifactStack Size: 50000These can be used to trade with Gwennen.
  Shift click to unstack.
• Greater Broken Circle ArtifactGreater Broken Circle ArtifactStack Size: 50000These can be used to trade with Gwennen.
  Shift click to unstack.
• Grand Broken Circle ArtifactGrand Broken Circle ArtifactStack Size: 25000These can be used to trade with Gwennen.
  Shift click to unstack.
• Exceptional Broken Circle ArtifactExceptional Broken Circle ArtifactStack Size: 5000These can be used to trade with Gwennen.
  Shift click to unstack.

Tujen:

• Lesser Black Scythe ArtifactLesser Black Scythe ArtifactStack Size: 50000These can be used to trade with Tujen.
  Shift click to unstack.
• Greater Black Scythe ArtifactGreater Black Scythe ArtifactStack Size: 50000These can be used to trade with Tujen.
  Shift click to unstack.
• Grand Black Scythe ArtifactGrand Black Scythe ArtifactStack Size: 25000These can be used to trade with Tujen.
  Shift click to unstack.
• Exceptional Black Scythe ArtifactExceptional Black Scythe ArtifactStack Size: 5000These can be used to trade with Tujen.
  Shift click to unstack.

Rog:

• Lesser Order ArtifactLesser Order ArtifactStack Size: 50000These can be used to trade with Rog.
  Shift click to unstack.
• Greater Order ArtifactGreater Order ArtifactStack Size: 50000These can be used to trade with Rog.
  Shift click to unstack.
• Grand Order ArtifactGrand Order ArtifactStack Size: 25000These can be used to trade with Rog.
  Shift click to unstack.
• Exceptional Order ArtifactExceptional Order ArtifactStack Size: 5000These can be used to trade with Rog.
  Shift click to unstack.

Dannig:

• Lesser Sun ArtifactLesser Sun ArtifactStack Size: 50000These can be used to trade with Dannig.
  Shift click to unstack.
• Greater Sun ArtifactGreater Sun ArtifactStack Size: 50000These can be used to trade with Dannig.
  Shift click to unstack.
• Grand Sun ArtifactGrand Sun ArtifactStack Size: 25000These can be used to trade with Dannig.
  Shift click to unstack.
• Exceptional Sun ArtifactExceptional Sun ArtifactStack Size: 5000These can be used to trade with Dannig.
  Shift click to unstack.

In addition, Expedition chests sometimes yield special currencies, which reroll the stock of the NPC in whose area they dropped:

• AstragaliAstragaliStack Size: 1000These can be brought to Gwennen to refresh her vendor inventory.
  Shift click to unstack. (Gwennen)
• Exotic CoinageExotic CoinageStack Size: 1000These can be brought to Tujen to refresh his vendor inventory.
  Shift click to unstack. (Tujen)
• Scrap MetalScrap MetalStack Size: 1000These can be brought to Rog to refresh his vendor inventory.
  Shift click to unstack. (Rog)
• Burial MedallionBurial MedallionStack Size: 1000These can be brought to Dannig to refresh his vendor inventory.
  Shift click to unstack. (Dannig)

Version history

Version	Changes
3.20.0	We want to improve on the concept that the Atlas Tree allows players to invest into leagues that they enjoy, and have added new clusters to the passive tree for league content that can be blocked through Atlas Passive Skills. We've also increased the chances for such league content to appear.
3.18.0	Expedition Remnants that provide a chance for Runic Monsters and Excavated chests to drop or contain an additional Influenced Item now have a chance of 20% (previously 35%) as they provided a higher number of Influenced Items relative to other sources.
3.16.0	Expedition has been added to the core game (see version 3.16.0 § Expedition Changes for full change log).
3.15.0	Introduced to the game.