PoE 3.24 New Budget Endgame Boots Crafting Methods without Veiled Chaos

With the removal of the Veiled Chaos Orb in Path of Exile 3.24, how can I craft the endgame boots with low divine orb cost in Necropolis league? In this PoE 3.24 crafting guide, we'll explore six budget-friendly methods for crafting endgame boots without relying on the now-absent Veiled Chaos Orb.

PoE 3.24 Crafting Guide - How To Craft Boots Budget without Veiled Chaos in Necropolis?

Previously, players could craft mid-tier boots for early endgame by using the "prefixes/suffixes can't change" method combined with a Veiled Chaos Orb. With a high probability of rolling excellent veiled move speed mods, this method was reliable and cost-effective. With the upcoming balance changes in Path of Exile's 3.24 patch, including the removal of the veiled chaos orb and the Ashling slam becoming completely itemized and tradable, crafting endgame boots will undergo significant changes. While there are six alternative methods for crafting endgame boots on a budget, aimed at the phase when players are looking to spend a few divine orbs.

Early Endgame: Two-Tone Boots Crafting

Before tackling endgame boot crafting, it's crucial to consolidate your resistances during yellow maps. Picking up and hitting two-tone boots with Orbs of Binding is a cost-effective way to achieve decent boots, saving your Orbs of Alchemy for mapping.

Budget Crafting Methods for Endgame Boots in Path of Exile 3.24

Method 1 - Unique Boots as a Stopgap

While not a crafting method per se, using unique boots can be a temporary solution. Sin Trek and Atziri's Step are two examples that can outperform budget-crafted boots under certain conditions. All of these existed in the past; they just stay relevant a bit longer.

1. Sin Trek (Ghost Dance builds)

2. Atziri's Step (Suppression builds)

3. Stampede/Replica Stampede

4. Replica Inya's Epiphany

5. Kaom’s Roots, Skyforth... and more.

Method 2 - Eldrich Crafting with Rog (Trade League Only)

Eldritch currency and Rog offer alternative paths to crafting. You can use Eldritch Orbs to scramble prefixes and aim for good mods with Rog's help. However, this is more feasible in a trade league than in Solo Self-Found (SSF).

1. Attempt to make good boots with Rog.

2. If Rog fails with three good suffixes, apply one lesser Aldrich Ember.

3. Apply Aldrich chaos orbs to scramble prefixes.

4. With six mods, use Aldrich chaos orbs unless the item is already good.

5. With five mods, benchcraft the 100% chill avoidance and movement speed mod or another desired mod.

6. With four mods, apply an exalted orb and reassess.

Method 3 - Fishing with Awakener Orbs (Trade League Biased)

Awakener Orbs are off-meta but can still be used to combine two desirable suffixes or prefixes. This method involves re-rolling until you hit a satisfying combination of mods, then finalizing the item with bench crafts or Harvest crafts. The success of this approach hinges on the Awakener Orb's availability and cost.

1. Use non-elevated versions of premium mods, such as Hunter Tailwind, Redeemer effective non-damaging ailments, or Crusader shock avoidance.

2. Finish the item with suffixes cannot change followed by reforge speed.

3. Ensure the boots are item level 86 for better movement speed tiers.

4. Optionally elevate the mods for a higher-end craft.

Method 4 - Extensive Use of Rog (SSF Friendly)

Rog is especially potent for SSF players. His crafting behavior can yield high-quality boots with a mix of desired and undesirable mods. The key is to capitalize on his moods that favor upgrading mod tiers or re-rolling for higher tiers.

1. Use Rog without Eldrich currency, focusing on his moods that offer exalted mods or upgrade tiers.

2. Aim for item level 86 boots once your character reaches level 90.

3. If Rog gives a six-mod item without movement speed, consider using an RNG annul, metamodding, or reforge speed.

Method 5 - Starting with a Lucky Fracture (SSF or Trade League)

Starting with a pair of boots with a good fractured mod, like 25-35% movement speed, you can further enhance them with fossils or essences. Shrieking Essences of Zeal are recommended for guaranteeing a 30% movement speed mod.

1. Start with a lucky fracture, such as 25%, 30%, or 35% fractured movement speed boots.

2. Use Prismatic fossils for further crafting to obtain resistances.

3. Consider using Essences of Zeal or Harvest reforge speed on item level 86 fractured boots with desirable fractured mods.

Method 6 - High-End Awakener Orb Version

For those with a larger budget, merging two high-end influence prefixes with an Awakener Orb can lead to powerful boots. The process involves several RNG-dependent steps and may include using meta-mods to refine the final product.

1. Start with elevated Hunter's pierce 3 to 5 targets boots and elevated Redeemer elusive on crits plus increased effect of elusive boots.

2. Merge them using an awakener orb.

3. If three prefixes, use an RNG annul step.

4. Once two prefixes are obtained, benchcraft prefixes can't change and apply a veiled orb.

5. Clean up the rest of the mods using metamods, such as prefixes can't change followed by an orb of scouring or a Harvest reforge with an influence mod.

With the absence of Veiled Chaos Orbs, Path of Exile crafters must adapt their strategies. The methods outlined above cater to different stages of the endgame and offer options for both SSF and trade league players. While some approaches may be luck-dependent, persistence and understanding of crafting mechanics can lead to impressive results. Remember to keep an eye on patch updates, as they can significantly influence the effectiveness of these crafting methods. May your crafts be fruitful and your endgame progression seamless.