Introduction to the PoE Atlas System

What is the Atlas of Worlds?
The Atlas is PoE’s endgame mapping system, consisting of over 100 maps connected in a sprawling web. Each map leads to tougher content, higher-tier zones, and eventual boss encounters.

2. How Atlas Progression Works

Understanding Regions and Map Tiers
The Atlas is divided into regions, each containing maps of varying tiers. As you complete maps and their objectives, you unlock adjacent areas and push into higher difficulty content.

Bonus Objectives and Awakening Bonuses
Completing a map’s bonus objective (usually by running it as magic or rare) increases your overall map drop pool and boosts your chances of sustaining progression.

3. Using Watchstones and Voidstones

Watchstones for Region Upgrades
In previous expansions, Watchstones were used to increase map tiers within regions. While phased out in favor of Voidstones, their legacy mechanic still informs current progression logic.

Voidstones and the Endgame Atlas
Voidstones now replace Watchstones in late game, letting players scale map tiers all the way to Tier 16 across the entire Atlas. These are gained from pinnacle bosses like Maven, Searing Exarch, and Eater of Worlds.

4. Favorite Maps and Sustaining High-Tier Content

How Favorite Maps Work
You can select maps to favor on your Atlas, increasing their drop chance. This lets you target layouts or loot types you prefer, such as fast layouts or maps with valuable divination cards.

Tips to Sustain Your Favorite Maps
Complete bonus objectives, use scarabs, run maps with 4 mods, and trade for maps using poehub’  economy tracker to sustain your favorites long-term.

5. Using Poehub for Atlas Mastery

Build Planning for Atlas Goals
poehub offers curated build lists based on farming strategies — whether you’re farming Delirium, Heist, or just currency, you can find builds aligned with your map goals.

Tracking Map Drops and Economics
Use poehub to monitor high-value map layouts, current meta farms, and which maps to invest in for the best returns.

6. Boss Encounters and Progression

Pinnacle Bosses and Atlas Passive Tree
Bosses like The Maven, Uber Elder, and Searing Exarch grant unique loot and unlock Voidstones. Tailor your Atlas passive tree via poehub simulations to farm them efficiently.

Invitations and Keystones
Atlas passives can affect drop rates, pack size, and influence content types. Using poehub, simulate your passive tree to optimize for invitations, scarab farming, or boss rush strategies.

7. Farming Strategies at Different Stages

Early Atlas Progression
Start with yellow maps, complete bonuses, and diversify map completion. Avoid overinvesting too early. Use poehub builds that require minimal gear to succeed.

Mid to Late Atlas Farming
Choose favorite maps, invest in scarabs and sextants, and unlock atlas passives that support your farming method. Optimize currency returns by following strategies from poehub pros.

8. Mistakes to Avoid in Atlas Progression

Skipping Bonus Objectives
Neglecting bonus objectives limits map drop pool size and sustainability. Always aim to complete them.

Inefficient Passive Tree Choices
Without a clear plan, your passive tree may conflict with your build goals. Use poehub’s tree planner to map your progression path clearly.

9. Final Tips for Atlas Domination

Daily Mapping Habits
Run at least a few maps daily, use your favorited maps, and farm influence zones regularly. This maintains progression momentum.

Use poehub as Your Core Tool
From builds to passive trees, market trackers to map strategies — poehub remains one of the most comprehensive free resources to support your endgame planning.

FAQs

1. What is poehub and how does it help with Atlas progression?
poehub is a community-driven tool offering build guides, passive tree simulators, mapping guides, and economic insights for PoE players.

2. How do I unlock higher-tier maps in the Atlas?
By completing bonus objectives and inserting Voidstones, you scale the entire Atlas to Tier 16.

3. Which maps should I favorite for efficient farming?
Look for maps with open layouts, strong divination card drops, and quick boss access. poehub can help identify trending maps.

4. What’s the difference between Watchstones and Voidstones?
Watchstones were tied to regions in older expansions; Voidstones now affect the entire Atlas and are tied to pinnacle bosses.

5. Can I reset my Atlas passive tree?
Yes, using Orbs of Unmaking or completing Maven's invitations lets you reallocate points.

6. How do I use poehub for passive tree planning?
Visit the Atlas tool section on poehub to preview different strategies based on your farming style or boss focus.