Delve Atlas Tree
| Count |
Name |
Category |
Description |
| 6 |
Delve Sulphite Quantity |
Normal |
- Voltaxic Sulphite Veins and Chests in your Maps contain 3% increased Sulphite
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| 1 |
Mining Byproducts |
Notable |
- Sulphite Veins and Chests in your Maps have 10% chance to also contain an equal amount of Azurite
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Delve Atlas Tree
| Count |
Name |
Category |
Description |
| 10 |
Delve Mission Chance |
Normal |
- Your Maps have +10% chance to contain Niko
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| 1 |
Frantic Mining |
Notable |
- Your Maps have +20% chance to contain Niko
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Delve Atlas Tree
| Count |
Name |
Category |
Description |
| 1 |
Sulphite Infusion |
Notable |
- Your White Tier Maps grant 200 additional Voltaxic Sulphite on Completion
- Your Yellow Tier Maps grant 350 additional Voltaxic Sulphite on Completion
- Your Red Tier Maps grant 500 additional Voltaxic Sulphite on Completion
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Delve Atlas Tree
| Count |
Name |
Category |
Description |
| 1 |
Guarded Hoards |
Notable |
- Voltaxic Sulphite Veins and Chests in your Maps have 5% chance to contain double Sulphite
- Voltaxic Sulphite Veins and Chests in your Maps are guarded by Sulphite-hoarding Monsters
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| 1 |
Packed with Energy |
Notable |
- When you interact with Voltaxic Sulphite Veins or Chests in your Maps gain Sulphite Intoxication for each Voltaxic Sulphite Vein or Chest found
Reminder Text:
- (Each stack of Sulphite Intoxication grants 35% increased Damage, 15% increased Movement Speed and +1% to all maximum Elemental Resistances. Sulphite Intoxication lasts 60 seconds)
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Delve Atlas Tree
| Count |
Name |
Category |
Description |
| 1 |
The Price of Progress |
Notable |
- Voltaxic Sulphite Veins and Chests found in your Maps contains Doomed Spirits
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Delve AI Guides
Path of Exile (PoE) offers players a wide range of league mechanics, and Delve is one of the most expansive and intriguing. Introduced in the Delve league, this mechanic takes players deep into the Azurite Mine, where they can explore endless caverns, fight formidable enemies, and uncover valuable treasures. This guide provides an in-depth look at Delve mechanics, how to navigate the mine, and strategies to maximize your rewards.
Overview of Delve Mechanics
Delve introduces an endless dungeon-crawling experience set in the Azurite Mine. Players use a Crawler to navigate through the mine, lighting their path with Flares and Dynamite to fend off the darkness and uncover hidden secrets.
Access to the Azurite Mine is granted through the Sulphite Flask located next to your character portrait. Here’s how to begin your delve:
- Filling the Sulphite Flask: Kill monsters or complete objectives in maps to gather Sulphite. A full flask allows you to delve one level deeper.
- Entering the Mine: Use the filled Sulphite Flask to activate the Azurite Mine entrance.
Starting Your Delve
To begin delving, players must interact with Niko the Mad in their hideout or in various zones. Niko provides Sulphite, which powers the Crawler and allows for deeper exploration into the mine. Sulphite is collected by interacting with Sulphite veins found in maps and other areas.
Key Features of Delve Mechanics
- Crawler: The mechanical guide that lights the way through the mine. It moves along pre-determined paths towards checkpoints called nodes.
- Darkness: Surrounds the Crawler’s light, dealing increasing damage over time. Players must stay close to the Crawler’s light to survive.
- Flares and Dynamite: Flares are used to explore areas away from the Crawler’s light, while Dynamite is used to destroy obstacles and walls to uncover hidden paths and loot.
- Azurite: A resource mined from the depths, used to upgrade your equipment and the Crawler.
Exploring the Mine
The Azurite Mine is divided into numerous nodes connected by paths. Each node contains different types of encounters and rewards. The deeper you go, the harder the encounters become, but the rewards also increase in value.
Types of Nodes:
- Loot Nodes: Contain various chests and valuable items.
- Fossil Nodes: Drop Fossils and Resonators, used for crafting powerful gear.
- Currency Nodes: Offer increased drops of valuable currency items.
- Abyssal Nodes: Feature Abyss encounters and related loot.
- Vaal Nodes: Contain Vaal-themed items and enemies.
- Resonator Nodes: Provide Resonators for crafting.
Biomes:
The mine is also divided into different biomes, each with unique enemies and environmental hazards. Examples include the Fungal Caverns, the Frozen Hollow, and the Magma Fissure.
Upgrading Your Gear
As you collect Azurite, you can spend it at the Voltaxic Generator to upgrade your Delve equipment:
- Flare Capacity: Increases the number of Flares you can carry.
- Flare Duration: Extends the burn time of Flares.
- Flare Radius: Expands the area of light Flares provide.
- Dynamite Damage: Increases the damage of Dynamite.
- Dynamite Radius: Expands the explosion radius of Dynamite.
- Dynamite Carrying Capacity: Increases the number of Dynamite sticks you can carry.
- Light Radius: Increases the Crawler’s light radius.
- Darkness Resistance: Reduces the damage taken from the darkness.
Delve Depths
The depth in the mine is measured in levels, with greater depths offering tougher enemies and better rewards. Certain milestones, such as depth 100 or 300, are sought after by players for their challenging encounters and lucrative rewards.
Boss Encounters
Deep within the Azurite Mine, players can encounter powerful bosses. These bosses offer unique challenges and valuable rewards, including exclusive unique items and crafting materials.
Strategies for Success
To maximize your success in Delve, consider the following strategies:
- Resource Management: Efficiently collect and use Sulphite to maximize your delving time. Plan your routes to hit high-value nodes.
- Upgrade Wisely: Prioritize upgrades that enhance your survivability and efficiency, such as Light Radius and Darkness Resistance.
- Build Preparation: Ensure your character build can handle sustained combat and high damage output, as encounters can be intense.
- Use Flares and Dynamite: Don’t hesitate to use Flares and Dynamite to explore hidden areas and uncover additional rewards.
- Adapt to Biomes: Familiarize yourself with the different biomes and their hazards to prepare appropriately for each environment.
Conclusion
The Delve mechanic in Path of Exile offers an endlessly rewarding and challenging experience. By understanding the mechanics, efficiently managing your resources, and strategically upgrading your gear, you can delve deeper into the Azurite Mine and uncover its many treasures. Engage with the darkness, conquer the depths, and claim the riches that lie within. Happy delving, Exiles!