Path of Exile 2: Utility Belt Guide Unveiled

Mastering the Ingenuity Utility Belt in Path of Exile 2: A Comprehensive Guide

The Ingenuity Utility Belt is a coveted unique item in Path of Exile 2, highly sought after for its build-defining capabilities. Acquiring it, however, presents a significant challenge. This guide outlines the methods for obtaining this powerful belt, catering to both dedicated grinders and those with deeper pockets.

How to Obtain the Ingenuity Utility Belt

The Ingenuity Utility Belt is a unique drop from the King in the Mists, a challenging endgame Ritual Boss. To access this encounter, you'll need the "An Audience With the King" item, used at the Realmgate on the Atlas. Defeat the waves of enemies and the boss to have a chance at obtaining the belt.

The King in the Mists has a varied drop pool, with Ingenuity being one of five possible unique items. While not guaranteed, the drop rate is reasonably favorable, approximately one in five attempts. The complete drop table includes:

1. The Burden of Shadows Chiming Staff
2. Beetlebite
3. From Nothing
4. Pragmatism
5. Ingenuity

The difficulty of this encounter scales with the chosen tier, impacting both the boss's power and the drop chance. Be prepared for challenging mechanics, particularly the boss's one-shot potential.

Alternatively, purchasing the belt from the PoE 2 trade site is a more reliable (but expensive) option, costing approximately 15-50 Divine Orbs depending on the item's modifiers.

Acquiring "An Audience With the King"

"An Audience with the King" can be obtained through two primary methods:

• Trade Site/Currency Exchange: Expect to pay around 4-7 Divine Orbs.
• Ritual Maps: This item has a low chance of appearing as a Ritual favor. These favors are costly (2700-3900 Tribute), often requiring deferral. Deferring the item ensures its reappearance at a reduced cost within 1-4 subsequent Ritual maps.

Players obtaining "An Audience with the King" but lacking the readiness to face the King in the Mists can seek carries or sell the item.

Orb of Chance and the Ingenuity Utility Belt

No, the Ingenuity Utility Belt cannot be obtained using Orb of Chance. It's a unique boss drop and not part of the regular loot pool. Trading remains the only alternative to farming the King in the Mists.