With the Settlers 2.0 event rolled out in the Path of Exile 3.25 league, the return of Necropolis lantern mechanic will cause more drops of Divine Orbs per hour than the previous league did! If you're looking to make the most out of the Divine Lantern mods and stock up more Divine Orbs during this exciting league reboot event, you're in the right place. This Path of Exile 3.25 Necro Settlers Divine Lantern farming guide will cover insights into the mechanics, best altas strategies, builds, mapping tips, and ways to farm efficiently.

PoE 3.25 Necro Settlers Divine Orb Lantern Farming Guide - Best Atlas Strategies & Builds

The 3.25 Settlers Event is shaping up to be one of the most lucrative sources of Divine Orbs we've ever seen in Path of Exile. Unless there's been a significant stealth nerf to the Lantern mechanics, we can expect higher Divine Orb drop rates per hour than we've seen in previous events like Affliction or even the original Settlers League.

Even casual players should expect to get 20-50 Divine Orbs each time one of these Divine Orb Necropolis mods comes up, and powergamers will get even more. However, this won't be a constant loot fiesta. It all revolves around the rare moments when a map rolls a Divine Orb Necropolis mod. For players in the trade league, everything should center around these mods. Even for SSF (Solo Self-Found) players, having lots of Divine Orbs is incredibly powerful for crafting. 

So we’re going to go over the mechanics, strategies, and builds that will maximize your Divine Orb gains during the PoE 3.25 Settlers 2.0 event.

What are the Divine Lantern Mods?

The Divine Lantern mod is a special map modifier that gives a percentage chance for specific monsters to drop Divine Orbs. It’s extremely rare, but when it appears, it can flood your inventory with valuable currency. There are two main types of Divine Lantern mods:

1. Percentage chance for monsters to drop a Divine Orb – This applies to a specific monster type in the map and can yield substantial rewards.

2. Conversion mod – This mod transforms certain drops from the strongest monster in a pack into Divine Orbs. While not as strong as the first mod, it's still highly lucrative.

These mods don't apply to every monster in the map. For example, if a map has Katava’s Heralds, Necromancers, and Skeletons, the mod will only apply to one monster type. You can switch which monster type benefits from the mod, but it’s still limited to one.

How Do The Necropolis Lantern Modifiers Affect Farming?

In general, this mod is extremely rare, showing up in about 1 in every 100 maps. The key to success is knowing when and where these mods exist and preparing for them. There are 109 maps in the game, and each will rotate through 24 different setups over a 24-hour period, giving us 2,616 chances for the Divine Orb mod to appear each day.

When the mod hits, expect it to be shared across the community – in global chats, streams, and Discords. However, be prepared for false reports or even trolls trying to mislead you about which map has the mod. The rule here is: verify before committing.

For efficient farming, your build should focus on speed and the ability to clear maps quickly. This includes gearing strategies and atlas preparations that favor mods like shrines and strong boxes, which add more packs of native monsters to the maps, thereby increasing your chances of hitting the lucrative Divine Orb mod. Keep reading to discover the best strategies and builds to farm Divine Lanterns.

PoE 3.25 Best Atlas & Mapping Strategy for Divine Lanterns Farming

When a Divine Lantern mod is confirmed, you’ll want to drop everything and focus on farming it. Here's how to capital on Divine Lantern Mods and maximize your gains:

1. Use Scarabs and Atlas Passives

• Scarabs that add Shrines or Strongboxes are essential. Both mechanics add extra packs of native monsters, which means more chances for Divine Orb drops.

• Use Atlas Passives that boost Shrines and Strongboxes to further increase the number of monsters in your maps.

2. Optimize Maps for Pack Size

• The Divine Lantern mod benefits primarily from pack size. Focus on maps that have large amounts of native monsters. Add map modifiers that increase pack size, such as those from Vaal Orbs or using Alch and Go strategies.

• Strongboxes and Shrines are your best tools for increasing pack size without overly complicating the map.

3. Avoid Over-Juicing Maps

• Unlike other mechanics, the Divine Lantern mod doesn’t scale with item quantity or rarity. Going overboard with map juicing won’t help as much here. Focus on speed and efficiency instead of maxing out the map mods.

4. Plan for Horizon Orb Use

• If a valuable map like Palace rolls the Divine Orb mod, everyone will rush to buy those maps. Make sure you have Horizon Orbs ready to convert other maps into the desired one. Knowing which tier to Horizon is crucial for quick adaptation.

PoE 3.25 Best Builds for Divine Lantern Farming in Neco Settlers 2.0

Speed and efficiency are key in this event. You want to be able to clear large packs of monsters quickly and across different map layouts. Here are some recommended builds:

1. Elemental Hit Deadeye

This build excels at clearing maps quickly and efficiently. Elemental Hit is a strong skill for screen-wide clearing, and the Deadeye Ascendancy provides great mobility and chain mechanics. Consider using Lightning Arrow or Ice Shot to start and transition into Elemental Hit later.

2. Righteous Fire Chieftain

Known for its great clear speed through Ignite prolif and Herald explosions, this build is a solid choice for consistent map farming. It’s also a great comfort pick for players already familiar with it.

3. Lightning Strike Trickster

Trickster’s action speed bonuses and tankiness make it a great choice for handling the fast-paced nature of this event. Lightning Strike offers great clear speed, and the Trickster’s mobility ensures you can keep up with the pace of the maps.

4. Frost Blades Slayer

A build that offers decent durability and clear speed. Frost Blades has fallen off in popularity recently, but it's still a strong contender for this event.

5. Ice Spear Totem Hierophant

While not as fast as the other builds, Ice Spear Totem excels at single-target damage and is a good option for handling bosses, especially in high-tier maps where the Divine Lantern mod may appear.

How to Prepare for the Economy Shift in PoE Necro Settlers 2.0?

As we’ve seen in previous leagues, when Divine Orbs start to flood the market, the economy shifts dramatically. Expect Divine Orbs to drop in value, while items and currencies not affected by the Lantern mods (like Tainted Oils, Timeless Jewels, or Synthesized Bases) will increase in value.

Be prepared for a volatile economy, much like we saw in Affliction League. Think about items that aren't influenced by the Divine Lantern mods and focus on farming or crafting those as well.

The 3.25 Settlers Event is going to be a wild ride. Massive amounts of Divine Orbs will shake the economy, and the value of currency and items will fluctuate like never before. However, with the right preparation, you can capitalize on the Divine Lantern mods and come out ahead.

Remember:

• Focus on speed and efficiency – clearing as many maps as possible when the Divine Lantern mod is up.

• Use Scarabs and Atlas passives to add extra packs of monsters.

• Be ready to pivot between different strategies based on the current mod rotations.

Good luck, and may the Divine Lantern shine its light on your path to riches!