Introduction to Belt Crafting in Path of Exile
Crafting belts in Path of Exile can significantly enhance a character's gear, offering not just an inventory extension but also powerful mods that can synergize with various builds. Belts, unlike other accessories, have a unique potential due to their ability to carry rare modifiers and influential implicit mods, making them an essential part of any serious player's endgame gearing strategy.
Why Craft Belts?
- Influence Implicits: Belts can have influential mods from the conquerors or synth mods from fractured items, providing unique bonuses not found elsewhere.
- High Rolls: With the right crafting approach, you can aim for high rolls on essential stats like elemental resistances or increased life.
- Customization: Belts allow for a high degree of customization, adapting to nearly any playstyle or build requirements.
5 Essential Belt Recipes for Path of Exile Crafters
1. The All-Res Belt
This recipe is crucial for endgame characters needing to meet elemental resistance caps:
- Get an Influenced Belt base with additional affixes or an Ilvl 86+ rarity for higher modifier tiers.
- Use Alteration Orb until the belt has at least two resistance mods.
- Apply Chaos Orb to reset until desired resistance affixes appear.
- Annulment Orb to remove an unnecessary mod if present.
- Use Exalted Orb for additional resistance or life mods.
- For a finishing touch, Crafting Bench can be used to add an additional resistance mod.
⚠️ Note: Try to ensure one of the resistances is at least 35% or higher for optimal stats.
2. The Life and Res Belt
A perfect balance for survivability, especially for builds with low life pool:
- Start with an Ilvl 84+ Rare Belt.
- Use Alteration Orbs until the belt rolls with at least one resistance and life affix.
- Chaos Orb to refine the life mod to +80 or higher, if possible.
- Exalted Orb to push resistances to the highest tiers available.
Key Points:
- The life affix should be as high as possible for maximum benefit.
- This belt may not have as many resistances, but high life is invaluable.
3. The Elemental Damage Belt
For spellcasters or elemental damage builds:
- Use an Influenced Belt with potential damage mods.
- Cast Alteration Orbs until you hit elemental damage mods or flat elemental damage.
- Apply Exalted Orb to enhance the mods further.
- If needed, use Crafting Bench to add an elemental penetration affix.
🔍 Note: Be on the lookout for unique belts like “Dying Breath” for additional elemental synergies.
4. The Crit Multiplier and Res Belt
Designed for builds relying on crit strikes:
- Find an Ilvl 84+ Crit Belt with the potential for critical strike multiplier.
- Cast Alteration Orbs until you get at least one resistance and crit multiplier mod.
- Use Exalted Orb to push crit multiplier as high as possible.
- If necessary, Annulment Orb to remove a weaker mod, and then craft more crit or resistance.
Key Points:
- Try to maximize the crit multiplier mod for the greatest impact.
- This belt is versatile for both offensive and defensive needs.
5. The Flurry of Scrolls Belt
For builds that rely heavily on utility:
- Acquire a rare Rarity Belt at Ilvl 82+.
- Use Alteration Orbs until it has a mod like “25% increased Flask Charges Gained” or “25% increased Mana Recovery from Flasks.”
- Exalted Orb to enhance flask charges or recovery speed.
- Finish with Crafting Bench to add a resistance mod if needed.
Key Points:
- Flask mods can provide significant QoL and versatility in combat.
- This belt can also serve as a defense against certain mechanics.
In crafting belts, the journey from the beginning of the item to the final product is a testament to a player's patience and strategic foresight. Whether it's for resilience, damage, or utility, each belt recipe showcases the breadth of possibilities in Path of Exile. The combination of RNG, crafting currency, and the right base items can result in gear that not only boosts a character's performance but also reflects their playstyle and personal touch.
The culmination of these recipes is not just the end of the crafting process; it's the beginning of a powerful synergy between gear and character progression. As we delve into the mechanics of crafting, we see that it's not just about creating a belt but also about creating an experience tailored to the player's vision of their character's journey in Wraeclast.
Why should I invest in crafting belts rather than just buying them?
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Crafting your own belts allows for customization to your specific needs, resulting in potentially better stats than pre-crafted or dropped belts. It also gives you a unique sense of achievement and control over your gear.
What’s the best type of belt for pure damage?
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Stygian Vises with crafted mods for elemental damage, crit multiplier, and elemental penetration can be ideal for damage-focused builds.
Can I use influence mods on belts?
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Yes, influence mods from the conquerors can add powerful implicit effects to belts, making them even more versatile for crafting.
How do I prevent wasting my crafting currency?
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Plan your crafting carefully. Use lower-tier currency like Alts and Augs to set up the base before using higher-tier currency. Also, keep an eye on the market to understand the value of what you’re crafting.
What are some common crafting mistakes to avoid?
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Rolling too many mods at once with Exalted Orbs, overusing Chaos Orbs without hitting desired mods, and not using the crafting bench strategically to optimize outcomes.
