What is the best currency maker for 3.25? (Path of Exile - Settlers of Kalguur)

Introduction

Introduction

In the previous league, I meticulously tested nearly every League mechanic, assessing their strengths, weaknesses, and optimal farming strategies. This article provides a comprehensive overview of these mechanics, their performance, and any significant changes affecting them in the new League. If you're undecided on which mechanic to focus on for efficient farming, this guide may assist in making an informed choice.

Majorly Changed Mechanics

Blight Farming

Previous State: Blight was a 4 out of 10, primarily profitable through oils and oil extractors on anointed jewelry.

Current Changes: The strategy now targets blight bosses and salvage your blight towers for increased rewards. Both could yield significant loot or be inferior to previous methods.

Harbinger

Previous State: The top strategy, with an essential Scarab defining its profitability.

Current Changes: The Scarab has been reworked, potentially impacting profitability. New mechanics involve empowered Obelisks dropping currency shards.

Conqueror, Elder, Shaper, and Unique Maps

Previous State: Profitable tier 17 farming, rated highly despite the dependence on the Scarab of Singularity.

Current Changes: The Scarab is removed, reducing efficiency but still viable with alternative Scarabs.

Breach

Previous State: A solid 7 out of 10 when targeting Chayula breach stones.

Current Changes: With the removal of the Chayula-targeting Scarab, profitability is reduced. Other changes aren't sufficient to balance this loss.

Expedition

Previous State: A 9 out of 10 in profits, though challenging.

Current Changes: Loss of the Dannig-targeting Scarab impacts efficiency but should remain somewhat profitable.

Ritual

Previous State: An 8 out of 10, steady and with high rewards potential.

Current Changes: Numerous buffs, including new items in the loot pool and reworked Scarabs, making Ritual farming potentially very lucrative.

Unchanged Mechanics

Essence Farming

Current State: Still highly profitable, both at high and low investment levels. Recommended for both early and advanced players.

Rating: 9 out of 10

Ultimatum

Current State: Extremely profitable but demanding, requiring advanced equipment and skills.

Rating: 10 out of 10 for advanced players, 0 out of 10 for beginners

Bossing

Current State: Remains largely unprofitable and inconsistent.

Rating: 2 out of 10

Harvest

Current State: Good for advanced builds; Crop Rotation particularly profitable but requires high investment.

Rating: 8 out of 10 (Crop Rotation), 4 out of 10 (other methods)

Delirium

Current State: Weaker compared to previous leagues, better as a complementary strategy. Simulacrum has been buffed.

Rating: 3 out of 10

Legion

Current State: Despite some nerfs, still profitable, especially early in the league when Scarabs are in demand.

Rating: 8 out of 10

Sanctum

Current State: Very profitable for experienced players but challenging to execute.

Rating: 10 out of 10 (experienced players), 0 out of 10 (less experienced players)

Strongbox

Current State: Continues to be extremely profitable and versatile. Always a top choice for various farming strategies.

Rating: 10 out of 10

Beast Farming

Current State: Viable for early league, especially in white maps. Can be paired with other strategies but tedious to execute.

Rating: 6 out of 10

Alva

Current State: Highly profitable, requires minimal investment. Can pair well with numerous farming strategies.

Rating: 9 out of 10

Keywords

Keywords:

• Blight Farming
• Harbinger
• Conqueror
• Elder
• Shaper
• Breach
• Expedition
• Ritual
• Essence Farming
• Ultimatum
• Bossing
• Harvest
• Delirium
• Legion
• Sanctum
• Strongbox
• Beast Farming
• Alva

FAQ

FAQ:

Q: What is the best strategy for early league farming? A: Essence farming and Legion are both excellent choices for early league due to their consistent profitability and relatively low investment.

Q: How has Blight farming changed in the new league? A: The focus has shifted towards targeting blight bosses and salvaging blight towers for increased rewards, moving away from oil extractor farming.

Q: Is Harbinger farming still viable after the Scarab rework? A: The viability remains uncertain until more testing is done, as the new strategy involving empowered Obelisks needs evaluation.

Q: Which farming mechanics require advanced builds and equipment? A: Ultimatum and Sanctum farming demand advanced builds and a high skill level to maximize profitability.

Q: Can Beast Farming be paired with other strategies? A: Yes, Beast Farming is flexible and can be easily paired with other strategies due to its minimal Atlas and Scarab investment.

Q: Is bossing profitable? A: Generally, no. Bossing remains inconsistent and not reliably profitable unless significant changes to loot tables or fragment drop rates are introduced.