Incursion Atlas Tree
Count |
Name |
Category |
Description |
10 |
Incursion Mission Chance |
Normal |
- Your Maps have +8% chance to contain Alva
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1 |
Treasure Hunt |
Notable |
- Incursions in your Maps contain Cursed Treasures
Reminder Text:
- (Cursed Treasure can be claimed for valuable rewards, but doing so will lose time while in Incursions)
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Incursion Atlas Tree
Count |
Name |
Category |
Description |
4 |
Incursion Pack Size |
Normal |
- Incursions in your Maps have 5% increased Pack Size
|
1 |
Vaal Oligarchs |
Notable |
- Incursions in your Maps contain a Vaal Flesh Merchant
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1 |
Artefacts of the Vaal |
Notable |
- Your Maps with Incursions always have four Incursions
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Incursion Atlas Tree
Count |
Name |
Category |
Description |
1 |
Time Dilation |
Notable |
- Incursions in your Maps have 33% chance for all Monsters to be at least Magic
- Time gained from Kills is Doubled for Incursions in your Maps
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Incursion Atlas Tree
Count |
Name |
Category |
Description |
1 |
Just in Time! |
Notable |
- Your Maps have +20% chance to contain Alva
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Incursion Atlas Tree
Count |
Name |
Category |
Description |
1 |
Incursion Upgrade Chance |
Normal |
- Killing non-resident Architects in your Maps has 10% chance to add an additional Upgrade Tier to the surviving Architect’s Room
Reminder Text:
- (Non-resident Architects are those that can be killed to upgrade the Incursion room)
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1 |
Resource Reallocation |
Notable |
- Killing non-resident Architects in your Maps has 40% chance to add an additional Upgrade Tier to the surviving Architect’s Room
Reminder Text:
- (Non-resident Architects are those that can be killed to upgrade the Incursion room)
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1 |
Contested Development |
Notable |
- Killing resident Architects in your Maps adds their Upgrade Tier to the surviving Architect’s Room
Reminder Text:
- (Resident Architects are those that can be killed to change the Incursion room)
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Incursion AI Guides
Path of Exile (PoE) offers a rich tapestry of engaging and rewarding league mechanics, and Incursion is one of the most thrilling. Introduced in the Incursion league, this mechanic involves traveling back in time to alter the layout and rewards of the Temple of Atzoatl. This guide provides an in-depth look at Incursion mechanics, how to engage with them, and strategies to maximize your rewards.
Overview of Incursion Mechanics
Incursion mechanics revolve around exploring and modifying the Temple of Atzoatl through time-traveling incursions. Players are tasked with affecting the temple’s rooms and their contents, ultimately shaping the final version of the temple, which can then be fully explored for valuable loot.
Starting Incursions
To start engaging with Incursions, players must interact with Alva Valai, an NPC who appears in various zones throughout Wraeclast. Alva opens portals to incursions, allowing players to travel back in time and influence the Temple of Atzoatl.
Key Features of Incursion Mechanics
- Incursion Portals: These portals, opened by Alva, transport players back in time to the Temple of Atzoatl.
- Temporal Incursions: Each incursion is a short, timed mission where players must achieve specific objectives.
- Temple Upgrades: Actions taken during incursions affect the layout and rewards of the Temple of Atzoatl.
Temporal Incursions
During each incursion, players have a limited time to kill enemies and achieve specific objectives, such as opening doors, defeating architects, and upgrading rooms. Each successful action impacts the temple’s final layout.
Objectives in Incursions:
- Kill Architects: Each incursion has two architects. Killing one determines which room upgrade or change will occur.
- Open Doors: Unlocking doors allows access to previously inaccessible areas in future incursions.
- Collect Loot: Monsters drop valuable loot, including keys and items that enhance the temple’s rewards.
Strategies for Temporal Incursions
- Prioritize Architects: Quickly identify and kill the architect that provides the most beneficial upgrade.
- Manage Time: Efficiently clear rooms and open doors within the time limit to maximize your impact on the temple.
- Optimize Builds: Use high-mobility and high-damage builds to clear incursions rapidly.
The Temple of Atzoatl
After completing 12 incursions, players gain access to the Temple of Atzoatl in the present day. The temple’s layout and content are determined by the actions taken during the incursions.
Key Features of the Temple of Atzoatl:
- Room Tiers: Rooms in the temple have different tiers, with higher tiers providing better rewards.
- Special Rooms: Certain rooms offer unique rewards, such as gem rooms, currency rooms, and boss encounters.
- Boss Room: The Apex of Atzoatl contains the temple’s final boss, offering significant loot upon defeat.
Strategies for Exploring the Temple
- Plan Your Route: Based on the layout created during incursions, plan an efficient route to maximize rewards.
- Focus on High-Value Rooms: Prioritize rooms with the most valuable rewards, such as currency rooms and unique item rooms.
- Be Prepared for Bosses: Ensure your build can handle the temple’s bosses, including the final boss in the Apex of Atzoatl.
Rewards
Incursion and the Temple of Atzoatl offer a variety of valuable rewards, including:
- Unique Items: Exclusive to the Incursion league.
- Currency: Abundant drops in higher-tier rooms.
- Special Crafting Materials: Found in specific rooms.
- Gems: Special rooms can yield high-quality and corrupted gems.
Upgrading the Temple
Players can significantly enhance their rewards by carefully selecting which rooms to upgrade during incursions. Understanding the benefits of each room type and strategically choosing which architects to kill is crucial for maximizing the temple’s potential.
Common Room Types and Their Upgrades:
- Storage Room: Upgrades to vault rooms that yield currency.
- Workshop: Can be upgraded to provide powerful crafting options.
- Armoury: Upgrades to yield high-quality gear.
- Gemcutter’s Workshop: Provides high-quality gems and gemcutter’s prisms.
Tips for Upgrading
- Balance Upgrades: Aim for a balanced temple with a mix of high-value loot rooms and functional rooms that aid in completing the temple.
- Target Specific Upgrades: Focus on upgrading rooms that align with your current needs, such as currency farming or gear enhancement.
Conclusion
The Incursion mechanic in Path of Exile offers an exciting and strategic approach to dungeon exploration and loot acquisition. By mastering temporal incursions, strategically upgrading the Temple of Atzoatl, and efficiently navigating its final layout, players can maximize their rewards and enhance their overall gameplay experience. Dive into the past, reshape the temple, and claim the treasures that await. Happy exploring, Exiles!