In the world of *Path of Exile 2*, enhancing your character's power is crucial, and one of the key methods to do so is through anointing. This feature, akin to many action RPGs, can significantly boost your gameplay, but it's not immediately available. Let's dive into how you can master the art of anointing in *Path of Exile 2*.

How To Get Distilled Emotions in Path of Exile 2

Anointing becomes accessible later in the game when you can obtain Distilled Emotions, which are essential for this process. If you're familiar with the original *Path of Exile*, you'll recognize Distilled Emotions as similar to Blight Oils. There are ten types of these emotions: Despair, Disgust, Envy, Fear, Greed, Guilt, Ire, Isolation, Paranoia, and Suffering.

The primary method to acquire Distilled Emotions is by completing Delirium Maps, which reward you with a random mix of these emotions upon completion. Alternatively, you can acquire them through currency exchange or the trade market, providing more flexibility in your approach.

To upgrade Distilled Emotions, head to the Reforging Bench. By using three of the same type, you can obtain an upgraded version of that emotion. This method allows you to tailor your collection of emotions to suit your needs precisely.

For those seeking a challenge, tackling Simulacrum waves offers a chance to drop Distilled Emotions. However, this method is less efficient than Delirium Maps and requires a robust build to handle the increased difficulty.

How To Anoint Items in Path of Exile 2

Anointing can be applied to Waystones and amulets, with potential future expansions to other items as *Path of Exile 2* continues to develop in Early Access. To anoint an amulet, select a Distilled Emotion to access the Instilling window. The choice of emotion here is inconsequential. Place your amulet in the central slot, followed by three Distilled Emotions in the lower boxes. The specific emotions needed for the desired anointing ability are detailed in the Passive Skill Tree. Simply hover over a Notable Passive Skill and press alt on a keyboard or R3 on a controller to see the requirements.

For Waystones, the anointing process is similar, enhancing their difficulty but also improving the loot they yield. Importantly, neither amulets nor Waystones can be anointed if they are corrupted.

With these insights, you're now equipped to enhance your amulets through anointing, optimizing your build in *Path of Exile 2*, or challenging yourself by anointing Waystones to test your prowess.

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