Normally a Blemish is a worthless affix, added through the crafting process when attempting to add certain rare modifiers. It takes up a Prefix or Suffix slot, and provides no benefit. Certain Nightmare affixes also replace a modifier on your item with a Blemish. Using the Enamor belt turns these useless Blemishes into Aura and Curse effect.
But beware the Nightmare Affix introduces Blemishes, downgrades Affixes or adds other negative effects to your item. Once using Dream Talking on an item, players cannot craft it by normal means. Furthermore, you’re only able to equip 3 items with Dream Affixes.
Here’s a breakdown of Blemishes in Torchlight Infinite, based on the information you’ve provided:
What They Are:
Worthless affixes (modifiers) that offer no benefit to your equipment.
Can be acquired through two main ways:
Crafting: Sometimes appear as undesirable outcomes when attempting to add rare modifiers.
Nightmare Affixes: Certain Dream Affixes, obtained through Dream Talking, can introduce Blemishes, downgrade existing affixes, or add other negative effects to your item.
How They Affect Items:
Occupy a Prefix or Suffix slot on your gear, potentially preventing more beneficial affixes from being added.
Can be introduced intentionally through Nightmare Affixes as a trade-off for potentially powerful effects.
Countering Blemishes:
Enamor Belt: Uniquely transforms Blemishes into Aura and Curse effects, potentially turning their uselessness into a strategic advantage.
Careful Crafting: Weigh the risks of crafting rare modifiers against the possibility of acquiring Blemishes.