PoE Orb of Remembrance: What It Does and How to Use It Effectively

In Path of Exile, understanding the nuances of newly introduced currency items can give you a serious edge—especially in leagues that push crafting and gear progression to new depths. One such item gaining attention in the Nightreign expansion is the Orb of Remembrance.

This isn’t your typical Chaos Orb-style reroll tool. The Orb of Remembrance introduces a new angle to low-rarity item crafting, specifically around Memory Strands, a mechanic tied to Memory-influenced gear. Here’s what seasoned players need to know.

PoE Orb of Remembrance

What Is the Orb of Remembrance?

The Orb of Remembrance is a currency item used to randomize the number of Memory Strands on a normal rarity equipment item. It can even add Memory Strands to a non-Memory-influenced base—effectively giving players a way to seed crafting potential from scratch.

  • Stack Size: 10 per stack
  • Usage: Right-click the orb, then left-click a normal (white) item to apply it
  • Function: Re-rolls and adds Memory Strands
  • Target: Normal rarity equipment only

Unlike Chaos Orbs or Exalted Orbs, this tool isn’t meant for spamming endgame rares. It’s a precision item for those who want control over Memory Strand values early in the crafting process, setting the stage for later upgrades and fossil/synthesis-style crafting.

Drop Location and Restrictions

The Orb of Remembrance isn’t commonly found across Wraeclast. It has restricted drop sources, making it a niche but valuable currency.

You can currently acquire it from:

  • Incarnation of Dread
  • Incarnation of Neglect
  • Incarnation of Fear

These bosses typically appear in Memory-affected areas, which ties neatly into the item’s purpose. Farming them consistently could offer a steady trickle of these orbs—especially helpful if you’re building out a memory-themed gear setup.

Strategic Usage Tips

  1. Start with High-Base Items
    Only normal (white) items are valid targets. So it’s best to begin with a high item level base if you want the final product to be relevant for endgame.
  2. Aim for Crafting Depth
    Memory Strands influence crafting outcomes by increasing the chance of higher-tier modifiers. Using an Orb of Remembrance to prep your base item can significantly boost the chances of a rewarding chaos spam or regal craft later.
  3. Don’t Use on Junk
    Since the orb has drop restrictions, it’s not something you want to waste on low-level or throwaway gear. Save it for items that will go through full crafting cycles.
  4. Pair with Meta-Crafting
    Memory Strand mechanics synergize well with meta-mods and influence crafting. If you’re deep into min-maxing, consider building around these orbs to increase mod tier probabilities on select gear types.

While not a headline-grabbing currency like the Mirror of Kalandra, the Orb of Remembrance fits right into the crafting ecosystem introduced in Nightreign. For players who enjoy building their gear from the ground up—starting with white bases and working toward something powerful—this orb is a valuable tool.

As with many mechanics in PoE, its real power lies in how you integrate it into your broader strategy. Used wisely, the Orb of Remembrance can be the spark that lights your next perfect piece of equipment.

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