How to Identify Eater of Worlds Dominance in Path of Exile
The question of Eater of Worlds dominance in Path of Exile is crucial for players engaging with endgame crafting and boss encounters. Understanding how dominance works will enable you to manipulate item modifiers effectively, leading to powerful equipment. So, let’s cut to the chase: Eater of Worlds influence is dominant on an item when the Eater of Worlds modifier (from an Eldritch Ichor) is of a higher tier than the Searing Exarch modifier (from an Eldritch Ember). If both modifiers are of the same tier, neither influence is considered dominant.
Essentially, the strength or tier of the influence modifier is what determines dominance. The higher the tier of the Eater of Worlds modifier, the more dominant its influence. If you’ve only applied Eldritch Ichors to the item, regardless of their specific tier, the Eater of Worlds influence will automatically be dominant. Similarly, if only Eldritch Embers have been used, the Searing Exarch influence will be dominant. If your item has no influence applied yet, then using any tier of Ichor makes it Eater of Worlds dominant, or any tier of Ember makes it Searing Exarch dominant.
This mechanic is critical for using Eldritch Orbs of Annulment and Eldritch Chaos Orbs, which function differently depending on the dominant influence. Let’s delve into why this is important and address some frequently asked questions related to dominance and how it impacts your Path of Exile experience.
Understanding Dominance Mechanics in Detail
Tiered Influences: The Core Concept
The system revolves around the tiers of modifiers granted by Eldritch Embers and Eldritch Ichors. Both have six tiers of modifiers; a higher tier indicates a stronger, more powerful version. It’s the tier that determines dominance, not the specific stat added. When applying these influences to an item, it’s vital to note that if you apply both and they have the same tier, neither modifier will be considered dominant. Only when they differ will one modifier achieve dominance over the other.
How Dominance Affects Crafting
Dominance plays a crucial role when using Eldritch Orbs of Annulment and Eldritch Chaos Orbs. An Eldritch Orb of Annulment will remove either a prefix or suffix from the item, based on the dominant influence: Eater of Worlds dominance will annul a suffix, while Searing Exarch dominance will annul a prefix. Similarly, an Eldritch Chaos Orb re-rolls either the prefixes or suffixes, also dictated by the dominant influence. This makes the manipulation of dominance a core skill for crafting specific modifiers on your gear.
Identifying Dominance Visually
It can be confusing to remember all of this, but thankfully, there are visual cues in the game. Both influences have distinct graphical effects: the Eater of Worlds influence features a swirling, dark, tentacle-like effect. Searing Exarch influence has a fiery, bright, almost angelic visual effect on the nameplate. They also have different icons beside the name. Pay close attention to these to understand what modifiers are on your item, and which influence is dominant, especially when crafting complicated equipment.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. How do I make Searing Exarch dominant?
To make Searing Exarch dominant, apply an Eldritch Ember of a higher tier than any Eldritch Ichor already present. If there are no Ichors, applying any Ember will make Searing Exarch dominant.
2. Can Eldritch Orb of Annulment remove crafted mods?
Yes, an Eldritch Orb of Annulment can remove crafted mods. Since crafted mods are still modifiers, they can be targeted by the orb just like any other modifier.
3. What does a Blessed Orb do?
A Blessed Orb re-rolls the values of implicit modifiers on an item. This only applies to implicit modifiers that have a range of possible values. It does not reroll the influenced modifiers, nor regular modifiers, nor any implicit modifiers that don’t have ranges to roll.
4. How hard is the Searing Exarch fight?
The Searing Exarch is considered a challenging but relatively straightforward pinnacle boss fight. It’s visually impressive and can be daunting initially, but once you learn its attack patterns, it’s quite manageable.
5. Which is the hardest class to play in PoE?
The Shadow is often cited as one of the most complex classes to play in Path of Exile due to its reliance on strategy and “hit-and-run” tactics. However, all classes have their unique challenges and are fun to play.
6. How do I survive the Searing Exarch’s “Incineration” attack?
When the Searing Exarch yells “Incineration,” you should immediately run to avoid the attack. Characters with significant life recovery can tank the attack, but running is generally recommended.
7. How can I fight the Searing Exarch again?
To fight the Searing Exarch again, complete maps of Tier 14 or higher with the Searing Exarch’s influence. After 24 maps, you’ll earn another invitation.
8. Which is the best class for beginners in PoE?
For beginners, the Marauder (for melee) and Templar (for melee and magic) are often recommended due to their survivability. Choosing a class you enjoy is most important, but these two are considered safe picks.
9. How can I tell what influence an item has in PoE?
Influenced items are marked by graphical effects and an icon on their nameplate, either with the fiery visuals of the Searing Exarch or the dark visuals of the Eater of Worlds. They’re primarily found in maps with influence present.
10. What is the drop rate of Divine Orbs?
The drop rate of Divine Orbs is relatively low, around 0.055%. They are valuable currency items used for many end-game crafting.
11. Can you roll the Eternal Struggle?
No, the Eternal Struggle cannot be chanced. It has restrictions on how and where it drops, making it rare and highly sought-after by players.
12. How do you use an Eldritch Exalted Orb?
An Eldritch Exalted Orb adds a modifier to an item, based on the dominant influence. If the Eater of Worlds is dominant, it adds a suffix; if the Searing Exarch is dominant, it adds a prefix.
13. Should I identify items before selling them in PoE?
It’s highly recommended to identify rare items before selling them. This is because some un-identified items might have incredible value as is that you could potentially use, or sell at a high price to other players.
14. What are favored maps in Path of Exile?
The Favoured Map System allows you to increase the drop rate of maps you want to play. You can unlock up to 12 Favoured Map Slots by completing various map-related objectives.
15. How do you spawn the Eater of Worlds?
To spawn the Eater of Worlds, apply his influence to a Tier 12+ map, then progress through higher tiers. After defeating the final boss in a Tier 16 influenced map, they will drop an invitation to fight the Eater of Worlds.
By understanding these mechanics and FAQs, you’ll be better equipped to manipulate Eater of Worlds dominance and tackle the challenges of Path of Exile’s endgame content. Mastering influence is key to optimizing your gear and making the most out of the game’s complex crafting systems.