Players, as you all know, a new crafting PoE 2 currency called Aldur's Legacy was introduced in Path of Exile 2 Patch 0.5.0 Return of the Ancients. So, how exactly does Aldur's Legacy work, and how does it benefit us? Congratulations, you're about to discover the immense power of this rune in Runes of Aldur league. Basic Effects and Usage Restrictions Aldur's Legacy only triggers when socketed into Ezomyte Unique items or Kalguuran Unique items. It directly destroys Unique item and transforms its core ability into a rune usable by other equipment—a rune within a rune. This allows players to transfer special affixes originally bound to Unique items to regular or existing equipment. It's crucial to note that each character or each piece of equipment can only socket one of these runes. Therefore, players only have one chance to decide which Unique item to extract the ability from, and must choose extremely carefully. This design, which turns the specific affixes of Unique items into portable attributes, opens up entirely new possibilities for building extreme specialization playstyles. Synergy with Smith of Kitava For classes choosing Smith of Kitava Ascendancy, Aldur's Legacy is a perfect complement. This Ascendancy prohibits wearing rare quality armor, but attributes can be acquired through special methods. We can destroy a Unique armor piece and implant its affixes into our regular armor, thus circumventing the equipment restrictions of Ascendancy and gaining unique hybrid advantages. For example, combined with Tecrod's Gaze, you can gain an additional 1.5% Life Regeneration, making your character a near-immortal behemoth. Notable Unique Item Candidates and Their Extractable Affixes Polcirkeln This Sapphire Ring's affix allows chilled enemies to shatter as if frozen, making it ideal for ice-based or Martial Artist builds. In Patch 0.5.0, rings will have rune slots, so extracting Polcirkeln's abilities as runes will allow any ring to possess this control and burst damage effect, especially suitable for melee or throwing builds like Nightfall. Quill Rain This bow is known for its massive Attack Speed ​​bonus (typically 30%~50%) and Arrow Speed. If rune upgrades retain Attack Speed ​​and enhance this and the new affix, even with a slight numerical reduction, it will provide a revolutionary boost to all bow builds. The downside is the possibility of randomly drawing Arrow Speed ​​instead of Attack Speed, but the overall benefit remains extremely high. Trenchtimbre Trenchtimbre affix, which increases and decreases Minion Attack Speed, permanently affects you, giving rise to an extremely exaggerated attack speed cycle in Titan builds at the end of Patch 0.4.0. Although PoE 2 Patch 0.5.0 may have balanced this interaction, retaining this mechanism as a rune would still allow non-summoner classes to gain massive Attack Speed ​​through Minion speed affix. Olrovasara Torment Club On hit, gain up to 500 maximum Lightning Damage based on the enemy's power for 20 seconds. By socketing this rune into a higher-level one-handed mace, any melee class can gain burst damage that dynamically scales with combat strength. Hrimnor's Hymn Oak Greathammer This affix grants an additional Aftershock to your slam skills, a game-changing boost for Titan or other slam builds. If you transfer this effect to any weapon through Aldur's Legacy, you can consistently get double Aftershock Damage, greatly improving your efficiency in clearing maps and killing bosses. Community-Compiled Affixes Additionally, the community has compiled a list of powerful affixes that may be drawn from various Unique items, including but not limited to: Double Energy Generation: Suitable for builds that rely on energy-triggered skills (such as spell-triggered builds). Lucky Block Damage Calculation: Taken from Svalinn shield, it allows block chance to be calculated twice, a massive boost for any shield-wielding build. 1% More Unarmed Damage Per 5 Points of Strength: Combined with Hollow Palm Technique, Monk can achieve astonishing unarmed damage output. 15% of damage taken is absorbed by the life of a vulnerable ally: The companion ability received a significant buff in Patch 0.5.0, greatly improving the character's survivability. Triggers Ember Fusillade: Automatically triggers during spellcasting, suitable for automation and multi-skill combos. Each stack of Rage also increases armor: Provides double defensive benefits for Rage builds. Speculation on Affix Inheritance Rules We can speculate that the affixes extracted from runes may be affected by the base type of the original equipment. For example, affixes like Attack Speed ​​or Critical Strike extracted from weapons will probably only be socketed into weapons of the same type. Furthermore, affixes like Facebreaker, which provide 8-12 points of physical damage and 3-4 points of damage per boss's face, might be more suitable for porting to two-handed weapons or one-handed hammers to achieve maximum damage stacking. Overall Value Assessment Aldur's Legacy brings unprecedented custom affix porting gameplay to PoE 2 Patch 0.5.0, greatly expanding the boundaries of gear building. It particularly benefits Ascendancy classes like Smith of Kitava Ascendancy, which previously sacrificed rare gear slots for unique abilities, while also allowing many interesting affixes previously confined to low-level base gear to reach top-tier late-game gear. However, the drop rate of Aldur's Legacy is expected to be extremely low, and its market price may be very high. Regular players may need to invest a significant amount of PoE2 currency to experience the full potential of Aldur's Legacy. PoE 2 Patch 0.5.0 and Runes of Aldur league will officially launch on May 29th (Pacific Daylight Time). Which affixes will be ported will undoubtedly spark large-scale testing and development within the community.

Thanks to its unique underwater exploration setting and the popularity garnered by its predecessor, Subnautica 2 was warmly received by fans following its Early Access launch on May 14th of this year. As a direct sequel to Subnautica, Subnautica 2 introduces a new storyline and fresh environments. The changes in the latter mean you must fully utilize the new crafting system to survive the rigors of an alien underwater world. With this in mind, we have compiled a list of essential tools you should prioritize crafting to survive on Proteus, along with the necessary preparations required to begin the crafting process. Using the fabricator In Subnautica 2, almost all items and tools are crafted using the fabricator. Once you have established your base, you will find an initial fabricator located inside your Lifepod; this facility allows you to synthesize basic items. Later on, if you wish to craft more advanced gear, you will need to upgrade your fabricator. Accordingly, the guide below lists the items you should prioritize crafting early in the game. Some of these items not only aid in your immediate survival but are also required as components when upgrading your fabricator. Tadpole Since Subnautica 2 is set in an underwater world, a vehicle is absolutely essential for venturing out from your base to explore, and Tadpole is your best companion during the early stages of the game. The advantages of this vehicle include its agility, maneuverability, and ease of control. Furthermore, it boasts highly practical additional features, such as cargo storage and the ability to replenish your oxygen supply. To unlock Tadpole, you must venture out and explore to locate three of its fragments in order to synthesize its blueprint. Afterward, back at your base, you will need to construct a Moonpool, followed by a Vehicle Fabricator. Once those facilities are in place, simply deposit the following materials into Vehicle Fabricator to craft Tadpole: 2x Titanium Ingot 1x Glass 1x System Chip 1x Power Cell These basic materials can only be obtained through exploration, and since constructing other base facilities also requires resources, farming for materials will inevitably consume a significant amount of your time and energy. For this reason, we highly recommend checking out Subnautica 2 items for sale at IGGM! Whether you need to acquire raw materials or wish to directly unlock essential vehicles like Tadpole, our services have got you covered! Repair Tool As your primary vehicle during the early game, Tadpole is undoubtedly useful; however, it does have one drawback: it is prone to taking damage and wearing down. Given that swapping out vehicles isn't exactly a simple task, your next priority should be crafting a Repair Tool. To do this, you will still need to collect three fragments, along with the following specific materials: 1x Basic Battery 1x Titanium Ingot 1x Sulphur 1x Wiring Kit In fact, Repair Tool isn't just for Tadpole; it can also be used to repair other vehicles or exploration equipment. If your gear sustains damage during combat, repairing it immediately can often turn the tide of battle in your favor. Additionally, while exploring underwater human ruins, you may occasionally encounter sunken wrecks. By using the tool to repair their hatches, you can gain access to search for supplies inside. Sonic Resonator This item functions as a stun weapon, though its effectiveness is limited; it is primarily useful for dispatching minor, insignificant enemies. Its true value lies in its ability to quickly clear away hazardous, infectious substances, such as Viral Blooms, thereby helping you unlock new adaptations like Heat Tolerance. Crafting this piece of gear requires two fragments, along with the following materials: 1x Basic Battery 2x Titanium Ingots 2x Lead 1x Wiring Kit Wakemaker This device is a wrist-mounted thruster that serves a dual purpose: providing both acceleration and illumination. Its hands-free design makes it incredibly convenient to use. Although its two functions are straightforward, the acceleration boost significantly improves your efficiency when farming resources or making a quick escape. Meanwhile, the built-in light allows you to venture into pitch-black caves at any time without the need to carry a separate flashlight. The blueprint for this item consists of three fragments, which are scattered approximately 100 to 200 meters north and south of your Lifepod. The other required materials are as follows: 1x Wiring Kit 1x Silver 1x Grease 1x Basic Battery Standard O2 Tank For humans, the single most vital resource for survival and exploration beneath the waves is undoubtedly oxygen! While your character starts with a basic oxygen reserve, carrying a dedicated Standard O2 Tank is a far better option! This item provides an additional 75 units of oxygen storage capacity. No fragments are required; simply gather the following materials to craft it: 2x Titanium 2x Silver 1x Rubber Later on, you can consume 2x Titanium and 1x Lithium to craft a Plasteel Ingot, allowing you to upgrade your Standard O2 Tank into a High Capacity Air Tank, thereby boosting your oxygen capacity to 120 units. However, regardless of what supplementary oxygen storage devices you carry, you must maintain the habit of constantly monitoring your remaining oxygen levels to avoid the fatal predicament of venturing too far only to find yourself without enough air to return. Habitat Builder As you progress deeper into the game, upgrading your base and fabricator becomes imperative, and Habitat Builder is the indispensable tool for the job. Crafting this item requires two specific fragments, as well as the following materials: 2x Titanium 1x Glass 1x Basic Battery 1x Copper Wire With an upgraded Fabricator, you can craft more advanced vehicles and weapons, while your base becomes a more comfortable and habitable living space. More importantly, you can take Habitat Builder with you to construct smaller outposts in various biomes; this not only boosts your exploration efficiency but also provides additional locations for storing supplies. The tools listed above are the ones we recommend you prioritize crafting when you first begin playing Subnautica 2. Good luck on your adventures in the underwater world!