How To Anoint in Path of Exile 2 (PoE 2)

In *Path of Exile 2*, enhancing your character's power is crucial, and anointing is one of the advanced methods to do so. This feature, which becomes available later in the game, allows you to boost your amulets and Waystones using Distilled Emotions. If you're familiar with the original game, you'll find that Distilled Emotions serve a similar purpose to Blight Oils. There are ten types of Distilled Emotions you can use: Despair, Disgust, Envy, Fear, Greed, Guilt, Ire, Isolation, Paranoia, and Suffering.

To acquire Distilled Emotions, you'll primarily need to complete Delirium Maps, which reward you with a random selection of these emotions upon completion. Alternatively, you can obtain them through currency exchange or the trade market. If you're looking to upgrade your Distilled Emotions, head to the Reforging Bench where you can combine three of the same type to create an upgraded version, giving you more control over your choices.

For those seeking a challenge, Simulacrum waves offer another way to obtain Distilled Emotions, though this method is less efficient and requires a robust build due to the increased difficulty.

How To Anoint Items in Path of Exile 2

Anointing in *Path of Exile 2* currently applies to amulets and Waystones, with potential for more options in future updates given the game's Early Access status. To anoint an amulet, select any Distilled Emotion to access the Instilling window. Place your amulet in the central slot and three Distilled Emotions in the bottom slots. The specific emotions needed for the desired anointing effect are detailed in the Passive Skill Tree. Simply hover over a Notable Passive Skill and press alt on a keyboard or R3 on a controller to see the requirements.

The skills you choose to anoint will vary based on your build, and remember, anointing isn't permanent. You can re-anoint your amulet by repeating the process, allowing you to adapt to your evolving build. The new skill will override the old one, providing flexibility as your gameplay strategy changes.

Similarly, you can anoint Waystones to increase their difficulty, which in turn can yield better loot. However, keep in mind that neither amulets nor Waystones can be anointed if they are corrupted.

With these insights, you're now equipped to enhance your amulets and challenge yourself with anointed Waystones in *Path of Exile 2*, tailoring your gameplay to your preferred style and build.

*Path of Exile 2 is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.*