In Path of Exile 3.28: Mirage, the Atlas Passive Tree has undergone significant structural changes, including starting your exploration from the center of the Atlas. Abyss remains a core mechanic for farming Experience (XP), high-value Abyss Jewels, and Stygian Vises.
Abyss Atlas Tree
| Count | Name | Category | Description |
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| 1 | Reactive Swarm | Notable |
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| 8 | Abyss Chance | Normal |
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Abyss Atlas Tree
| Count | Name | Category | Description |
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| 1 | Abyssal Army | Notable |
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| 1 | Rare Item Abyssal Socket Chance | Normal |
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| 1 | Votive Hoard | Notable |
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| 1 | Abyss Monsters and Experience | Normal |
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Abyss Atlas Tree
| Count | Name | Category | Description |
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| 1 | Underground Kingdom | Notable |
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Abyss Atlas Tree
| Count | Name | Category | Description |
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| 2 | Abyssal Depths Chance and Stygian Spire Chance | Normal |
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| 2 | Stygian Spire Chance | Normal |
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| 1 | Inspired Darkness | Notable |
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| 2 | Abyssal Depths Chance | Normal |
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| 1 | Awakened Depths | Notable |
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Abyss Atlas Tree
| Count | Name | Category | Description |
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| 3 | Abyssal Jewel Chance | Normal |
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| 1 | Corrupted Gaze | Notable |
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Abyss Atlas Tree
| Count | Name | Category | Description |
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| 1 | Ancient Conflict | Notable |
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| 3 | Abyss Monster Count | Normal |
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PoE 3.28 Abyss Atlas Passive Changes
- Ancient Conflict: This notable now grants Abyssal Troves and Stygian Spires a 10% chance to drop an Abyss Scarab (increased from 3%).
- The Straight and Narrow: This Atlas Passive has been reinstated to the tree for the 3.28 Mirage expansion.
- Ancient Decay: The pathing to this notable has been shortened by one small node, and those small nodes now provide 25% slower Expedition Detonation speed (previously 5%).
Core Abyss Strategy & Notables
To maximize Abyss in 3.28, focus on these key clusters and notables:
- Abyssal Army: Essential for XP farming, as it increases the number of monsters spawned from Abysses and grants them increased damage and life.
- Corrupted Gaze: High-value for trade; it provides a chance for Abyss Jewels to drop as corrupted with 5-6 modifiers.
- Underground Kingdom: Increases the chance of encountering Abyssal Depths, which are required for unique items like Amanamu’s Gaze or Shroud of the Lightless.
- Trail of Destruction: Increases the number of monsters spawned by Abysses.
Synergies and Farming Tips
- Best Maps: Dunes is a top choice due to its open layout, which prevents Abyss "cracks" from getting stuck and allows for easy boss clearing.
- Delirium Synergy: Abyss is excellent for Delirium Orbed maps because it adds a massive amount of monster density to the map. However, it can be difficult for Delirium Mirrors because the Abyss may move in the opposite direction of the fog.
- New Progressions: You now gain 1 Atlas Skill Point per Unique Map completed (up to 10 total), and overall total skill points have been increased, allowing for more comprehensive tree builds.
