[Mechanic Name]

Quick Summary: [1-2 sentences explaining what this mechanic is and its purpose]

Overview

• Mechanic Type: [League Mechanic/Core Mechanic/Crafting/etc.]
• Introduced: [League/patch when added]
• Accessibility: [When players can access this - Act X, Maps, etc.]

Current Status:

• Core: [Yes/No - is it in core game]
• Voided: [Yes/No - removed from game]
• Modified: [Any changes from original]

What Is It?

Description

[2-3 paragraphs explaining:

• What this mechanic is
• How it fits into Path of Exile
• Why it exists (design purpose)
• What makes it unique or interesting]

Visual Identification

How to Recognize:

• [Visual cue 1]
• [UI element or indicator]
• [Map icon or symbol]

How It Works

Step-by-Step Guide

Encountering the Mechanic:

1. [Step 1 - How/where you find it]
2. [Step 2 - How to engage with it]
3. [Step 3 - What happens when you interact]

Core Gameplay Loop:

1. [Action 1]
2. [Action 2]
3. [Action 3]
4. [Resolution/reward]

Mechanics Breakdown

Key Concepts:

• [Concept 1]: [Explanation]
• [Concept 2]: [Explanation]
• [Concept 3]: [Explanation]

Rules & Limitations:

• [Rule 1]
• [Rule 2]
• [Rule 3]

Rewards & Loot

Primary Rewards

Reward Type	Rarity	Value	Notes
[Reward 1]	Common	[Economy value]	[What it's used for]
[Reward 2]	Uncommon	[Value]	[Notes]
[Reward 3]	Rare	[Value]	[Notes]

Special Drops

Unique Rewards:

• [Item/Currency]: [Rarity, use case, value]

Boss-Specific:

• [Boss Name]: [What it drops]

Expected Returns

Per Encounter:

• Chaos Equivalent: [X-Y chaos]
• Time Investment: [X minutes]
• Profit/Hour: [Estimate]

Scaling Factors:

• [Factor 1]: [How it affects rewards]

Strategies & Optimization

Best Practices

1. [Strategy 1]:

   • [What to do]
   • [Why it's effective]
   • [When to use]

2. [Strategy 2]:

   • [Detailed approach]
   • [Tips for success]

3. [Strategy 3]:

   • [Advanced technique]

Common Mistakes

❌ Mistake 1: [What not to do]

• [Why it's bad]
• [What to do instead]

❌ Mistake 2: [Common error]

• [Explanation]

Time-Saving Tips

• [Tip 1]: [How to be more efficient]
• [Tip 2]: [Optimization technique]
• [Tip 3]: [Advanced trick]

Build Requirements

Recommended Build Characteristics

Offensive Requirements:

• DPS: [Minimum recommended]
• Damage Type: [Any restrictions or advantages]
• Clear Speed: [Importance level]

Defensive Requirements:

• Life/ES: [Minimum recommended]
• Resistances: [Special considerations]
• Mitigation Layers: [What's important]

Mobility:

• Movement Speed: [How important]
• Positioning: [Required flexibility]

Best Build Archetypes

Archetype	Rating	Notes
[Archetype 1]	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐	[Why it excels]
[Archetype 2]	⭐⭐⭐⭐	[Why it's good]
[Archetype 3]	⭐⭐⭐	[Why it's viable]

Builds to Avoid

❌ [Build Type]: [Why it struggles with this mechanic]

Atlas Passive Tree

Recommended Nodes

Must-Have Notables:

• [Notable 1]: [Effect and why essential]
• [Notable 2]: [Effect and benefit]

Strong Options:

• [Notable 3]: [When to take]
• [Notable 4]: [Situational value]

Keystones

Keystone	Effect	Pros	Cons
[Keystone 1]	[What it does]	[Benefits]	[Drawbacks]
[Keystone 2]	[Effect]	[Pros]	[Cons]

Sample Tree

Focus: [Strategy Name]

• [Notable 1]
• [Notable 2]
• [Notable 3]
• [Keystone if applicable]

Total Points: [X points] Best For: [Build types or strategies]

Difficulty & Rippy Mechanics

Danger Rating

Overall Risk: [Low/Medium/High/Extreme]

• Trivial: No challenge, afk-able
• Easy: Minimal attention needed
• Medium: Requires competent build
• Hard: Build check, skill required
• Very Hard: High build & skill requirement
• Extreme: Perfect build, expert execution

Common Death Mechanics

1. [Mechanic 1]:

   • Danger: [High/Medium/Low]
   • How to Spot: [Visual/audio cues]
   • How to Counter: [Defensive strategy]

2. Mechanic 2:

   • Danger: [Level]
   • Warning Signs: [What to watch for]
   • Mitigation: [How to survive]

Build Checks

Survivability Requirements:

• [ ] [X] Life/ES pool
• [ ] [X%] Maximum resistances
• [ ] [Defensive layer 1]
• [ ] [Defensive layer 2]

Economic Value

Profitability

Expected Profit: Investment tiers - Minimal(0-50c), Low(50c-2div), Medium(2-10div), High(10-50div)

• Minimal Investment (0-50c): [e.g., "20-50c/hour - alch-and-go"]
• Low Investment (50c-2div): [e.g., "50-150c/hour - basic atlas setup"]
• Medium Investment (2-10div): [e.g., "150c-2div/hour - full atlas, scarabs"]
• High Investment (10-50div): [e.g., "2-5div/hour - perfect setup, best scarabs"]

Investment Requirements:

• Atlas Points: [X points]
• Scarabs/Currency: [What to use]
• Map Mods: [Important mods]

Market Trends

High-Value Drops:

• [Item 1]: [Current price, demand]
• [Item 2]: [Price, demand]

League Start vs Mid-League:

• Early: [Price/demand dynamics]
• Mid: [How it changes]
• Late: [Long-term viability]

Scaling & Investment

Budget Tiers

Minimal Investment (0-50c):

• What you get
• Expected returns
• Is it worth it?

Medium Investment (1-5 divine):

• Additional investments
• Improved returns
• Breakeven analysis

High Investment (10+ divine):

• Full optimization
• Maximum returns
• ROI considerations

Juice Strategies

Map Modifiers:

• [Mod 1]: [Effect on mechanic]

Scarabs:

• [Scarab 1]: [What it does]

Sextants:

Progression & Unlocks

How to Unlock

Requirements:

1. [Requirement 1]
2. [Requirement 2]
3. [Requirement 3]

First Access:

• When: [Act/map tier/etc.]
• How: [Specific method]

Progression Path

Tier 1 (Basics):

• Learn [fundamental 1]
• Achieve [goal 1]

Tier 2 (Intermediate):

• Master [technique 1]
• Optimize [aspect 1]

Tier 3 (Advanced):

• Perfect [strategy 1]
• Maximize [returns]

Variations & Modifiers

Encounter Types

Type 1: [Variant Name]

• Frequency: [How often]
• Difficulty: [Relative difficulty]
• Rewards: [Reward differences]

Type 2: [Variant Name]

• When: [Conditions for this variant]
• Special: [Unique mechanics]

Influenced Versions

[Influence Type] Influenced:

• [What changes]
• [Difficulty adjustment]
• [Reward changes]

League-Specific Information

Original League

League: [Original league name] Release Date: [Date] Designer Notes: [Design philosophy if known]

Core Integration

Went Core: [Date/league] Changes from Original:

• [Change 1]
• [Change 2]

Current Spawn Rate: [X% base, before atlas]

Historical Changes

Patch	Change	Impact
[X.XX]	[Change description]	[How it affected gameplay]
[X.XX]	[Change]	[Impact]

Tips & Tricks

Beginner Tips

1. [Tip 1]: [Basic advice]
2. [Tip 2]: [Getting started]
3. [Tip 3]: [Common pitfalls]

Advanced Techniques

1. [Technique 1]: [Advanced strategy]

   • [Detailed explanation]
   • [When to use]

2. [Technique 2]: [Expert approach]

   • [How it works]
   • [Benefits]

Hidden Mechanics

• [Mechanic 1]: [Not obvious interaction]
• Mechanic 2: [Secret technique]

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is this worth running? A: [Analysis of value proposition]

Q: What build is best for this? A: [Build recommendations]

Q: How do I unlock this? A: [Step-by-step unlock guide]

Q: Is this profitable? A: [Economic analysis]

Q: Can I skip this mechanic? A: [Whether it's optional and implications]

Comparison to Similar Mechanics

vs. [Similar Mechanic 1]

Similarities:

• [Commonality 1]
• [Commonality 2]

Differences:

• [Difference 1]
• [Difference 2]

Which to Choose:

• Choose this if: [Conditions]
• Choose that if: [Conditions]

Version History

Patch Changes

[Patch X.XX] ([Date])

• [Change 1]
• [Change 2]
• Impact: [How it affected the mechanic]

[Patch X.XX] ([Date])

• [Change]
• Impact: [Significance]

Related Content

Related Mechanics

• [Mechanic 1]: [How they interact]

Recommended Builds

• [Build 1]: [Why good for this mechanic]
• [Build 2]: [Alternative option]

Atlas Strategy

• [Link to atlas passive tree guides]
• [Farming strategy guides]

Changelog

Version	Date	Changes
1.0.0	YYYY-MM-DD	Initial documentation
1.1.0	YYYY-MM-DD	Updated for patch X.XX

Path of Exile Wiki: [Link] Last Updated: [Date] for Patch [X.XX]