In the thrilling universe of *Path of Exile 2*, enhancing your character's power is key to mastering the game. Anointing, a feature available later in the game, allows you to boost your amulets and Waystones using Distilled Emotions. These items are akin to Blight Oils from the original game and come in ten types: Despair, Disgust, Envy, Fear, Greed, Guilt, Ire, Isolation, Paranoia, and Suffering.

To acquire Distilled Emotions, you'll primarily delve into Delirium Maps, which reward you with a random assortment of these emotions upon completion. Alternatively, you can engage in currency exchanges or navigate the trade market to secure them. If you're aiming to refine your collection, the Reforging Bench is your go-to spot. Here, you can upgrade a Distilled Emotion by combining three of the same type, giving you precise control over your enhancements.

For those seeking a tougher challenge, Simulacrum waves offer a chance to drop Distilled Emotions, though this method is less efficient than Delirium Maps and requires a robust build due to increased difficulty.

How To Anoint Items in Path of Exile 2

Currently in Early Access, *Path of Exile 2* allows you to anoint both amulets and Waystones, with potential future expansions to other items. To anoint an amulet, select any Distilled Emotion to access the Instilling window. Place your amulet in the central slot and three Distilled Emotions in the bottom slots. To determine which emotions are needed for a specific anointing ability, consult the Passive Skill Tree. Hover over a Notable Passive Skill and press alt on a keyboard or R3 on a controller to reveal the required emotions.

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The skills you choose to anoint will vary with your build, and remember, anointing is not a permanent decision. You can re-anoint your amulet by repeating the process, allowing the new skill to override the old one, tailoring it to your current build's needs.

Similarly, anointing Waystones can make them more challenging but also yield better loot. Keep in mind, neither amulets nor Waystones can be anointed if they are corrupted.

With these insights, you're well-equipped to enhance your amulets through anointing, boosting your current build, or challenging yourself with an anointed Waystone in *Path of Exile 2*.

*Path of Exile 2 is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.*