Essence

This page is about the currency. For The encounter type, see Essence (encounter).

Essences are a type of currency item. They are dropped by essence encounters. Essences will add a guaranteed modifier to an item.

Essences can appear starting from Act 2.

Mechanics

Lesser, normal and greater tier essences will upgrade magic items to rare items, while perfect and corrupted essences will remove a random modifier and augments a rare item with new one.

Using a Vaal OrbVaal OrbStack Size: 20Modifies an item unpredictably and Corrupts itRight click this item then left click an item to corrupt it. Corrupted items cannot be modified again. on an imprisoned monster will corrupt it and modify the essences it's holding in unpredictable ways. Outcomes include:

• Add a random essence
• Reroll all essences into the same type
• Upgrade essences into their better versions and transform Perfect Essences into a Corrupted Essence

List of Lesser Essences

Item	Stack size	Description	Drop level
Lesser Essence of AbrasionLesser Essence of AbrasionStack Size: 10Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier One Handed Melee Weapon or Bow: Adds (4-6) to (7-11) Physical Damage Two Handed Melee Weapon or Crossbow: Adds (5-8) to (10-15) Physical DamageRight click this item then left click a Magic item to apply it.	10	Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier One Handed Melee Weapon or Bow: Adds (4-6) to (7-11) Physical Damage Two Handed Melee Weapon or Crossbow: Adds (5-8) to (10-15) Physical Damage	25
Lesser Essence of AlacrityLesser Essence of AlacrityStack Size: 10Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Focus or Wand: (13-16)% increased Cast Speed Staff: (20-25)% increased Cast SpeedRight click this item then left click a Magic item to apply it.	10	Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Focus or Wand: (13-16)% increased Cast Speed Staff: (20-25)% increased Cast Speed	1
Lesser Essence of BattleLesser Essence of BattleStack Size: 10Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Martial Weapon: +(61-84) to Accuracy RatingRight click this item then left click a Magic item to apply it.	10	Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Martial Weapon: +(61-84) to Accuracy Rating	20
Lesser Essence of CommandLesser Essence of CommandStack Size: 10Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Sceptre: Allies in your Presence deal (35-44)% increased DamageRight click this item then left click a Magic item to apply it.	10	Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Sceptre: Allies in your Presence deal (35-44)% increased Damage	1
Lesser Essence of ElectricityLesser Essence of ElectricityStack Size: 10Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier One Handed Melee Weapon or Bow: Adds 1 to (13-19) Lightning Damage Two Handed Melee Weapon or Crossbow: Adds (1-2) to (19-27) Lightning DamageRight click this item then left click a Magic item to apply it.	10	Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier One Handed Melee Weapon or Bow: Adds 1 to (13-19) Lightning Damage Two Handed Melee Weapon or Crossbow: Adds (1-2) to (19-27) Lightning Damage	25
Lesser Essence of EnhancementLesser Essence of EnhancementStack Size: 10Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Armour: (27-42)% increased Armour, Evasion or Energy ShieldRight click this item then left click a Magic item to apply it.	10	Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Armour: (27-42)% increased Armour, Evasion or Energy Shield	20
Lesser Essence of FlamesLesser Essence of FlamesStack Size: 10Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier One Handed Melee Weapon or Bow: Adds (4-6) to (7-10) Fire Damage Two Handed Melee Weapon or Crossbow: Adds (6-9) to (10-16) Fire DamageRight click this item then left click a Magic item to apply it.	10	Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier One Handed Melee Weapon or Bow: Adds (4-6) to (7-10) Fire Damage Two Handed Melee Weapon or Crossbow: Adds (6-9) to (10-16) Fire Damage	25
Lesser Essence of GroundingLesser Essence of GroundingStack Size: 10Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Armour, Belt or Jewellery: +(11-15)% to Lightning ResistanceRight click this item then left click a Magic item to apply it.	10	Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Armour, Belt or Jewellery: +(11-15)% to Lightning Resistance	1
Lesser Essence of HasteLesser Essence of HasteStack Size: 10Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Martial Weapon: (11-13)% increased Attack SpeedRight click this item then left click a Magic item to apply it.	10	Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Martial Weapon: (11-13)% increased Attack Speed	25
Lesser Essence of IceLesser Essence of IceStack Size: 10Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier One Handed Melee Weapon or Bow: Adds (3-5) to (6-9) Cold Damage Two Handed Melee Weapon or Crossbow: Adds (5-8) to (9-14) Cold DamageRight click this item then left click a Magic item to apply it.	10	Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier One Handed Melee Weapon or Bow: Adds (3-5) to (6-9) Cold Damage Two Handed Melee Weapon or Crossbow: Adds (5-8) to (9-14) Cold Damage	25
Lesser Essence of InsulationLesser Essence of InsulationStack Size: 10Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Armour, Belt or Jewellery: +(11-15)% to Fire ResistanceRight click this item then left click a Magic item to apply it.	10	Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Armour, Belt or Jewellery: +(11-15)% to Fire Resistance	1
Lesser Essence of OpulenceLesser Essence of OpulenceStack Size: 10Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Boots, Gloves, Helmet or Jewellery: (11-14)% increased Rarity of Items foundRight click this item then left click a Magic item to apply it.	10	Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Boots, Gloves, Helmet or Jewellery: (11-14)% increased Rarity of Items found	1
Lesser Essence of RuinLesser Essence of RuinStack Size: 10Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Armour, Belt or Jewellery: +(4-7)% to Chaos ResistanceRight click this item then left click a Magic item to apply it.	10	Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Armour, Belt or Jewellery: +(4-7)% to Chaos Resistance	25
Lesser Essence of SeekingLesser Essence of SeekingStack Size: 10Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Martial Weapon: +(1.51-2.1)% to Critical Hit Chance Focus or Wand: (34-39)% increased Critical Hit Chance for Spells Staff: (50-59)% increased Critical Hit Chance for SpellsRight click this item then left click a Magic item to apply it.	10	Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Martial Weapon: +(1.51-2.1)% to Critical Hit Chance Focus or Wand: (34-39)% increased Critical Hit Chance for Spells Staff: (50-59)% increased Critical Hit Chance for Spells	20
Lesser Essence of SorceryLesser Essence of SorceryStack Size: 10Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Focus or Wand: (35-44)% increased Spell Damage Staff: (50-64)% increased Spell DamageRight click this item then left click a Magic item to apply it.	10	Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Focus or Wand: (35-44)% increased Spell Damage Staff: (50-64)% increased Spell Damage	20
Lesser Essence of ThawingLesser Essence of ThawingStack Size: 10Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Armour, Belt or Jewellery: +(11-15)% to Cold ResistanceRight click this item then left click a Magic item to apply it.	10	Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Armour, Belt or Jewellery: +(11-15)% to Cold Resistance	1
Lesser Essence of the BodyLesser Essence of the BodyStack Size: 10Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Armour or Belt: +(30-39) to maximum Life Jewellery: +(20-29) to maximum LifeRight click this item then left click a Magic item to apply it.	10	Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Armour or Belt: +(30-39) to maximum Life Jewellery: +(20-29) to maximum Life	25
Lesser Essence of the InfiniteLesser Essence of the InfiniteStack Size: 10Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Equipment: +(9-12) to Strength, Dexterity or IntelligenceRight click this item then left click a Magic item to apply it.	10	Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Equipment: +(9-12) to Strength, Dexterity or Intelligence	20
Lesser Essence of the MindLesser Essence of the MindStack Size: 10Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Belt, Boots, Gloves, Helmet or Jewellery: +(25-34) to maximum ManaRight click this item then left click a Magic item to apply it.	10	Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Belt, Boots, Gloves, Helmet or Jewellery: +(25-34) to maximum Mana	25

List of Essences

Item	Stack size	Description	Drop level
Essence of AbrasionEssence of AbrasionStack Size: 10Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier One Handed Melee Weapon or Bow: Adds (10-15) to (18-26) Physical Damage Two Handed Melee Weapon or Crossbow: Adds (14-21) to (25-37) Physical DamageRight click this item then left click a Magic item to apply it.	10	Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier One Handed Melee Weapon or Bow: Adds (10-15) to (18-26) Physical Damage Two Handed Melee Weapon or Crossbow: Adds (14-21) to (25-37) Physical Damage	40
Essence of AlacrityEssence of AlacrityStack Size: 10Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Focus or Wand: (17-20)% increased Cast Speed Staff: (26-31)% increased Cast SpeedRight click this item then left click a Magic item to apply it.	10	Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Focus or Wand: (17-20)% increased Cast Speed Staff: (26-31)% increased Cast Speed	1
Essence of BattleEssence of BattleStack Size: 10Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Martial Weapon: +(124-167) to Accuracy RatingRight click this item then left click a Magic item to apply it.	10	Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Martial Weapon: +(124-167) to Accuracy Rating	40
Essence of CommandEssence of CommandStack Size: 10Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Sceptre: Allies in your Presence deal (55-64)% increased DamageRight click this item then left click a Magic item to apply it.	10	Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Sceptre: Allies in your Presence deal (55-64)% increased Damage	1
Essence of ElectricityEssence of ElectricityStack Size: 10Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier One Handed Melee Weapon or Bow: Adds (1-3) to (55-60) Lightning Damage Two Handed Melee Weapon or Crossbow: Adds (1-4) to (80-88) Lightning DamageRight click this item then left click a Magic item to apply it.	10	Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier One Handed Melee Weapon or Bow: Adds (1-3) to (55-60) Lightning Damage Two Handed Melee Weapon or Crossbow: Adds (1-4) to (80-88) Lightning Damage	40
Essence of EnhancementEssence of EnhancementStack Size: 10Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Armour: (56-67)% increased Armour, Evasion or Energy ShieldRight click this item then left click a Magic item to apply it.	10	Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Armour: (56-67)% increased Armour, Evasion or Energy Shield	40
Essence of FlamesEssence of FlamesStack Size: 10Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier One Handed Melee Weapon or Bow: Adds (20-24) to (32-37) Fire Damage Two Handed Melee Weapon or Crossbow: Adds (30-37) to (45-56) Fire DamageRight click this item then left click a Magic item to apply it.	10	Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier One Handed Melee Weapon or Bow: Adds (20-24) to (32-37) Fire Damage Two Handed Melee Weapon or Crossbow: Adds (30-37) to (45-56) Fire Damage	40
Essence of GroundingEssence of GroundingStack Size: 10Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Armour, Belt or Jewellery: +(21-25)% to Lightning ResistanceRight click this item then left click a Magic item to apply it.	10	Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Armour, Belt or Jewellery: +(21-25)% to Lightning Resistance	1
Essence of HasteEssence of HasteStack Size: 10Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Martial Weapon: (17-19)% increased Attack SpeedRight click this item then left click a Magic item to apply it.	10	Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Martial Weapon: (17-19)% increased Attack Speed	40
Essence of IceEssence of IceStack Size: 10Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier One Handed Melee Weapon or Bow: Adds (17-20) to (26-32) Cold Damage Two Handed Melee Weapon or Crossbow: Adds (25-30) to (38-46) Cold DamageRight click this item then left click a Magic item to apply it.	10	Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier One Handed Melee Weapon or Bow: Adds (17-20) to (26-32) Cold Damage Two Handed Melee Weapon or Crossbow: Adds (25-30) to (38-46) Cold Damage	40
Essence of InsulationEssence of InsulationStack Size: 10Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Armour, Belt or Jewellery: +(21-25)% to Fire ResistanceRight click this item then left click a Magic item to apply it.	10	Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Armour, Belt or Jewellery: +(21-25)% to Fire Resistance	1
Essence of OpulenceEssence of OpulenceStack Size: 10Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Boots, Gloves, Helmet or Jewellery: (15-18)% increased Rarity of Items foundRight click this item then left click a Magic item to apply it.	10	Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Boots, Gloves, Helmet or Jewellery: (15-18)% increased Rarity of Items found	1
Essence of RuinEssence of RuinStack Size: 10Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Armour, Belt or Jewellery: +(8-11)% to Chaos ResistanceRight click this item then left click a Magic item to apply it.	10	Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Armour, Belt or Jewellery: +(8-11)% to Chaos Resistance	40
Essence of SeekingEssence of SeekingStack Size: 10Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Martial Weapon: +(2.11-2.7)% to Critical Hit Chance Focus or Wand: (40-46)% increased Critical Hit Chance for Spells Staff: (60-69)% increased Critical Hit Chance for SpellsRight click this item then left click a Magic item to apply it.	10	Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Martial Weapon: +(2.11-2.7)% to Critical Hit Chance Focus or Wand: (40-46)% increased Critical Hit Chance for Spells Staff: (60-69)% increased Critical Hit Chance for Spells	40
Essence of SorceryEssence of SorceryStack Size: 10Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Focus or Wand: (55-64)% increased Spell Damage Staff: (80-94)% increased Spell DamageRight click this item then left click a Magic item to apply it.	10	Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Focus or Wand: (55-64)% increased Spell Damage Staff: (80-94)% increased Spell Damage	40
Essence of ThawingEssence of ThawingStack Size: 10Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Armour, Belt or Jewellery: +(21-25)% to Cold ResistanceRight click this item then left click a Magic item to apply it.	10	Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Armour, Belt or Jewellery: +(21-25)% to Cold Resistance	1
Essence of the BodyEssence of the BodyStack Size: 10Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Belt, Body Armour, Helmet or Shield: +(85-99) to maximum Life Amulet, Boots, Gloves or Ring: +(70-84) to maximum LifeRight click this item then left click a Magic item to apply it.	10	Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Belt, Body Armour, Helmet or Shield: +(85-99) to maximum Life Amulet, Boots, Gloves or Ring: +(70-84) to maximum Life	40
Essence of the InfiniteEssence of the InfiniteStack Size: 10Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Equipment: +(17-20) to Strength, Dexterity or IntelligenceRight click this item then left click a Magic item to apply it.	10	Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Equipment: +(17-20) to Strength, Dexterity or Intelligence	40
Essence of the MindEssence of the MindStack Size: 10Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Belt, Boots, Gloves or Helmet: +(65-79) to maximum Mana Jewellery: +(80-89) to maximum ManaRight click this item then left click a Magic item to apply it.	10	Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Belt, Boots, Gloves or Helmet: +(65-79) to maximum Mana Jewellery: +(80-89) to maximum Mana	40

List of Greater Essences

Item	Stack size	Description	Drop level
Greater Essence of AbrasionGreater Essence of AbrasionStack Size: 10Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier One Handed Melee Weapon or Bow: Adds (16-24) to (28-42) Physical Damage Two Handed Melee Weapon or Crossbow: Adds (23-35) to (39-59) Physical DamageRight click this item then left click a Magic item to apply it.	10	Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier One Handed Melee Weapon or Bow: Adds (16-24) to (28-42) Physical Damage Two Handed Melee Weapon or Crossbow: Adds (23-35) to (39-59) Physical Damage	60
Greater Essence of AlacrityGreater Essence of AlacrityStack Size: 10Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Focus or Wand: (25-28)% increased Cast Speed Staff: (38-43)% increased Cast SpeedRight click this item then left click a Magic item to apply it.	10	Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Focus or Wand: (25-28)% increased Cast Speed Staff: (38-43)% increased Cast Speed	1
Greater Essence of BattleGreater Essence of BattleStack Size: 10Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Martial Weapon, Gloves or Quiver: +(237-346) to Accuracy RatingRight click this item then left click a Magic item to apply it.	10	Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Martial Weapon, Gloves or Quiver: +(237-346) to Accuracy Rating	60
Greater Essence of CommandGreater Essence of CommandStack Size: 10Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Sceptre: Allies in your Presence deal (75-89)% increased DamageRight click this item then left click a Magic item to apply it.	10	Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Sceptre: Allies in your Presence deal (75-89)% increased Damage	1
Greater Essence of ElectricityGreater Essence of ElectricityStack Size: 10Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier One Handed Melee Weapon or Bow: Adds (1-6) to (85-107) Lightning Damage Two Handed Melee Weapon or Crossbow: Adds (1-8) to (128-162) Lightning DamageRight click this item then left click a Magic item to apply it.	10	Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier One Handed Melee Weapon or Bow: Adds (1-6) to (85-107) Lightning Damage Two Handed Melee Weapon or Crossbow: Adds (1-8) to (128-162) Lightning Damage	60
Greater Essence of EnhancementGreater Essence of EnhancementStack Size: 10Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Armour: (68-79)% increased Armour, Evasion or Energy ShieldRight click this item then left click a Magic item to apply it.	10	Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Armour: (68-79)% increased Armour, Evasion or Energy Shield	60
Greater Essence of FlamesGreater Essence of FlamesStack Size: 10Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier One Handed Melee Weapon or Bow: Adds (35-44) to (56-71) Fire Damage Two Handed Melee Weapon or Crossbow: Adds (56-70) to (84-107) Fire DamageRight click this item then left click a Magic item to apply it.	10	Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier One Handed Melee Weapon or Bow: Adds (35-44) to (56-71) Fire Damage Two Handed Melee Weapon or Crossbow: Adds (56-70) to (84-107) Fire Damage	60
Greater Essence of GroundingGreater Essence of GroundingStack Size: 10Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Armour, Belt or Jewellery: +(31-35)% to Lightning ResistanceRight click this item then left click a Magic item to apply it.	10	Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Armour, Belt or Jewellery: +(31-35)% to Lightning Resistance	1
Greater Essence of HasteGreater Essence of HasteStack Size: 10Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Martial Weapon: (23-25)% increased Attack SpeedRight click this item then left click a Magic item to apply it.	10	Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Martial Weapon: (23-25)% increased Attack Speed	60
Greater Essence of IceGreater Essence of IceStack Size: 10Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier One Handed Melee Weapon or Bow: Adds (31-38) to (47-59) Cold Damage Two Handed Melee Weapon or Crossbow: Adds (46-57) to (70-88) Cold DamageRight click this item then left click a Magic item to apply it.	10	Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier One Handed Melee Weapon or Bow: Adds (31-38) to (47-59) Cold Damage Two Handed Melee Weapon or Crossbow: Adds (46-57) to (70-88) Cold Damage	60
Greater Essence of InsulationGreater Essence of InsulationStack Size: 10Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Armour, Belt or Jewellery: +(31-35)% to Fire ResistanceRight click this item then left click a Magic item to apply it.	10	Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Armour, Belt or Jewellery: +(31-35)% to Fire Resistance	1
Greater Essence of OpulenceGreater Essence of OpulenceStack Size: 10Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Boots, Gloves, Helmet or Jewellery: (19-21)% increased Rarity of Items foundRight click this item then left click a Magic item to apply it.	10	Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Boots, Gloves, Helmet or Jewellery: (19-21)% increased Rarity of Items found	1
Greater Essence of RuinGreater Essence of RuinStack Size: 10Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Armour, Belt or Jewellery: +(16-19)% to Chaos ResistanceRight click this item then left click a Magic item to apply it.	10	Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Armour, Belt or Jewellery: +(16-19)% to Chaos Resistance	60
Greater Essence of SeekingGreater Essence of SeekingStack Size: 10Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Martial Weapon: +(3.11-3.8)% to Critical Hit Chance Focus or Wand: (47-53)% increased Critical Hit Chance for Spells Staff: (70-79)% increased Critical Hit Chance for SpellsRight click this item then left click a Magic item to apply it.	10	Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Martial Weapon: +(3.11-3.8)% to Critical Hit Chance Focus or Wand: (47-53)% increased Critical Hit Chance for Spells Staff: (70-79)% increased Critical Hit Chance for Spells	60
Greater Essence of SorceryGreater Essence of SorceryStack Size: 10Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Focus or Wand: (75-89)% increased Spell Damage Staff: (110-129)% increased Spell DamageRight click this item then left click a Magic item to apply it.	10	Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Focus or Wand: (75-89)% increased Spell Damage Staff: (110-129)% increased Spell Damage	60
Greater Essence of ThawingGreater Essence of ThawingStack Size: 10Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Armour, Belt or Jewellery: +(31-35)% to Cold ResistanceRight click this item then left click a Magic item to apply it.	10	Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Armour, Belt or Jewellery: +(31-35)% to Cold Resistance	1
Greater Essence of the BodyGreater Essence of the BodyStack Size: 10Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Belt, Body Armour, Helmet or Shield: +(100-119) to maximum Life Amulet, Boots or Gloves: +(85-99) to maximum LifeRight click this item then left click a Magic item to apply it.	10	Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Belt, Body Armour, Helmet or Shield: +(100-119) to maximum Life Amulet, Boots or Gloves: +(85-99) to maximum Life	60
Greater Essence of the InfiniteGreater Essence of the InfiniteStack Size: 10Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Equipment: +(25-27) to Strength, Dexterity or IntelligenceRight click this item then left click a Magic item to apply it.	10	Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Equipment: +(25-27) to Strength, Dexterity or Intelligence	60
Greater Essence of the MindGreater Essence of the MindStack Size: 10Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Belt, Boots, Gloves or Helmet: +(80-89) to maximum Mana Jewellery: +(90-104) to maximum ManaRight click this item then left click a Magic item to apply it.	10	Upgrades a Magic item to a Rare item, adding a guaranteed modifier Belt, Boots, Gloves or Helmet: +(80-89) to maximum Mana Jewellery: +(90-104) to maximum Mana	60

List of Perfect Essences

Item	Stack size	Description	Drop level
Perfect Essence of AbrasionPerfect Essence of AbrasionStack Size: 10Removes a random modifier and augments a Rare item with a new guaranteed modifier One Handed Melee Weapon or Bow: Gain (15-20)% of Damage as Extra Physical Damage Two Handed Melee Weapon or Crossbow: Gain (25-33)% of Damage as Extra Physical DamageRight click this item then left click a Rare item to apply it.	10	Removes a random modifier and augments a Rare item with a new guaranteed modifier One Handed Melee Weapon or Bow: Gain (15-20)% of Damage as Extra Physical Damage Two Handed Melee Weapon or Crossbow: Gain (25-33)% of Damage as Extra Physical Damage	72
Perfect Essence of AlacrityPerfect Essence of AlacrityStack Size: 10Removes a random modifier and augments a Rare item with a new guaranteed modifier Focus or Wand: (18-20)% increased Mana Cost Efficiency Staff: (28-32)% increased Mana Cost EfficiencyRight click this item then left click a Rare item to apply it.	10	Removes a random modifier and augments a Rare item with a new guaranteed modifier Focus or Wand: (18-20)% increased Mana Cost Efficiency Staff: (28-32)% increased Mana Cost Efficiency	1
Perfect Essence of BattlePerfect Essence of BattleStack Size: 10Removes a random modifier and augments a Rare item with a new guaranteed modifier One Handed Melee Weapon or Bow: +4 to Level of all Attack Skills Two Handed Melee Weapon or Crossbow: +6 to Level of all Attack SkillsRight click this item then left click a Rare item to apply it.	10	Removes a random modifier and augments a Rare item with a new guaranteed modifier One Handed Melee Weapon or Bow: +4 to Level of all Attack Skills Two Handed Melee Weapon or Crossbow: +6 to Level of all Attack Skills	72
Perfect Essence of CommandPerfect Essence of CommandStack Size: 10Removes a random modifier and augments a Rare item with a new guaranteed modifier Sceptre: Aura Skills have (15-20)% increased MagnitudesRight click this item then left click a Rare item to apply it.	10	Removes a random modifier and augments a Rare item with a new guaranteed modifier Sceptre: Aura Skills have (15-20)% increased Magnitudes	1
Perfect Essence of ElectricityPerfect Essence of ElectricityStack Size: 10Removes a random modifier and augments a Rare item with a new guaranteed modifier One Handed Melee Weapon or Bow: Gain (15-20)% of Damage as Extra Lightning Damage Two Handed Melee Weapon or Crossbow: Gain (25-33)% of Damage as Extra Lightning DamageRight click this item then left click a Rare item to apply it.	10	Removes a random modifier and augments a Rare item with a new guaranteed modifier One Handed Melee Weapon or Bow: Gain (15-20)% of Damage as Extra Lightning Damage Two Handed Melee Weapon or Crossbow: Gain (25-33)% of Damage as Extra Lightning Damage	72
Perfect Essence of EnhancementPerfect Essence of EnhancementStack Size: 10Removes a random modifier and augments a Rare item with a new guaranteed modifier Amulet: (20-30)% increased Global DefencesRight click this item then left click a Rare item to apply it.	10	Removes a random modifier and augments a Rare item with a new guaranteed modifier Amulet: (20-30)% increased Global Defences	72
Perfect Essence of FlamesPerfect Essence of FlamesStack Size: 10Removes a random modifier and augments a Rare item with a new guaranteed modifier One Handed Melee Weapon or Bow: Gain (15-20)% of Damage as Extra Fire Damage Two Handed Melee Weapon or Crossbow: Gain (25-33)% of Damage as Extra Fire DamageRight click this item then left click a Rare item to apply it.	10	Removes a random modifier and augments a Rare item with a new guaranteed modifier One Handed Melee Weapon or Bow: Gain (15-20)% of Damage as Extra Fire Damage Two Handed Melee Weapon or Crossbow: Gain (25-33)% of Damage as Extra Fire Damage	72
Perfect Essence of GroundingPerfect Essence of GroundingStack Size: 10Removes a random modifier and augments a Rare item with a new guaranteed modifier Gloves: (26-30)% of Lightning Damage taken Recouped as LifeRight click this item then left click a Rare item to apply it.	10	Removes a random modifier and augments a Rare item with a new guaranteed modifier Gloves: (26-30)% of Lightning Damage taken Recouped as Life	1
Perfect Essence of HastePerfect Essence of HasteStack Size: 10Removes a random modifier and augments a Rare item with a new guaranteed modifier Martial Weapon: (20-25)% chance to gain Onslaught on Killing Hits with this WeaponRight click this item then left click a Rare item to apply it.	10	Removes a random modifier and augments a Rare item with a new guaranteed modifier Martial Weapon: (20-25)% chance to gain Onslaught on Killing Hits with this Weapon	72
Perfect Essence of IcePerfect Essence of IceStack Size: 10Removes a random modifier and augments a Rare item with a new guaranteed modifier One Handed Melee Weapon or Bow: Gain (15-20)% of Damage as Extra Cold Damage Two Handed Melee Weapon or Crossbow: Gain (25-33)% of Damage as Extra Cold DamageRight click this item then left click a Rare item to apply it.	10	Removes a random modifier and augments a Rare item with a new guaranteed modifier One Handed Melee Weapon or Bow: Gain (15-20)% of Damage as Extra Cold Damage Two Handed Melee Weapon or Crossbow: Gain (25-33)% of Damage as Extra Cold Damage	72
Perfect Essence of InsulationPerfect Essence of InsulationStack Size: 10Removes a random modifier and augments a Rare item with a new guaranteed modifier Belt: (26-30)% of Fire Damage taken Recouped as LifeRight click this item then left click a Rare item to apply it.	10	Removes a random modifier and augments a Rare item with a new guaranteed modifier Belt: (26-30)% of Fire Damage taken Recouped as Life	1
Perfect Essence of OpulencePerfect Essence of OpulenceStack Size: 10Removes a random modifier and augments a Rare item with a new guaranteed modifier Gloves: (10-15)% increased Quantity of Gold Dropped by Slain EnemiesRight click this item then left click a Rare item to apply it.	10	Removes a random modifier and augments a Rare item with a new guaranteed modifier Gloves: (10-15)% increased Quantity of Gold Dropped by Slain Enemies	1
Perfect Essence of RuinPerfect Essence of RuinStack Size: 10Removes a random modifier and augments a Rare item with a new guaranteed modifier Body Armour: (10-15)% of Physical Damage from Hits taken as Chaos DamageRight click this item then left click a Rare item to apply it.	10	Removes a random modifier and augments a Rare item with a new guaranteed modifier Body Armour: (10-15)% of Physical Damage from Hits taken as Chaos Damage	72
Perfect Essence of SeekingPerfect Essence of SeekingStack Size: 10Removes a random modifier and augments a Rare item with a new guaranteed modifier Body Armour: Hits against you have (40-50)% reduced Critical Damage BonusRight click this item then left click a Rare item to apply it.	10	Removes a random modifier and augments a Rare item with a new guaranteed modifier Body Armour: Hits against you have (40-50)% reduced Critical Damage Bonus	72
Perfect Essence of SorceryPerfect Essence of SorceryStack Size: 10Removes a random modifier and augments a Rare item with a new guaranteed modifier Focus or Wand: +3 to Level of all Spell Skills Staff: +5 to Level of all Spell SkillsRight click this item then left click a Rare item to apply it.	10	Removes a random modifier and augments a Rare item with a new guaranteed modifier Focus or Wand: +3 to Level of all Spell Skills Staff: +5 to Level of all Spell Skills	72
Perfect Essence of ThawingPerfect Essence of ThawingStack Size: 10Removes a random modifier and augments a Rare item with a new guaranteed modifier Helmet: (26-30)% of Cold Damage taken Recouped as LifeRight click this item then left click a Rare item to apply it.	10	Removes a random modifier and augments a Rare item with a new guaranteed modifier Helmet: (26-30)% of Cold Damage taken Recouped as Life	1
Perfect Essence of the BodyPerfect Essence of the BodyStack Size: 10Removes a random modifier and augments a Rare item with a new guaranteed modifier Body Armour: (8-10)% increased maximum LifeRight click this item then left click a Rare item to apply it.	10	Removes a random modifier and augments a Rare item with a new guaranteed modifier Body Armour: (8-10)% increased maximum Life	72
Perfect Essence of the InfinitePerfect Essence of the InfiniteStack Size: 10Removes a random modifier and augments a Rare item with a new guaranteed modifier Amulet: (7-10)% increased Strength, Dexterity or IntelligenceRight click this item then left click a Rare item to apply it.	10	Removes a random modifier and augments a Rare item with a new guaranteed modifier Amulet: (7-10)% increased Strength, Dexterity or Intelligence	72
Perfect Essence of the MindPerfect Essence of the MindStack Size: 10Removes a random modifier and augments a Rare item with a new guaranteed modifier Ring: (4-6)% increased maximum ManaRight click this item then left click a Rare item to apply it.	10	Removes a random modifier and augments a Rare item with a new guaranteed modifier Ring: (4-6)% increased maximum Mana	72

List of Corrupted Essences

Item	Stack size	Description	Drop level	Additional drop restrictions
Essence of DeliriumEssence of DeliriumStack Size: 10Removes a random modifier and augments a Rare item with a new guaranteed modifier Body Armour: Allocates a random Notable Passive SkillRight click this item then left click a Rare item to apply it.	10	Removes a random modifier and augments a Rare item with a new guaranteed modifier Body Armour: Allocates a random Notable Passive Skill	1	Can randomly be obtained by corrupting a Perfect Essence.
Essence of HorrorEssence of HorrorStack Size: 10Removes a random modifier and augments a Rare item with a new guaranteed modifier Gloves or Boots: 100% increased effect of Socketed ItemsRight click this item then left click a Rare item to apply it.	10	Removes a random modifier and augments a Rare item with a new guaranteed modifier Gloves or Boots: 100% increased effect of Socketed Items	1	Can randomly be obtained by corrupting a Perfect Essence.
Essence of HysteriaEssence of HysteriaStack Size: 10Removes a random modifier and augments a Rare item with a new guaranteed modifier Helmet: +1 to Level of all Minion Skills Body Armour: (64-97) to (97-145) Physical Thorns damage Gloves: (25-29)% increased Critical Damage Bonus Boots: 30% increased Movement Speed Ring: (50-59)% increased Mana Regeneration Rate Amulet: (19-21)% of Damage taken Recouped as Life Belt: +(254-304) to Stun Threshold Shield: (20-24)% increased Block chance Quiver: (43-50)% increased Damage with Bow Skills Focus: (41-45)% increased Energy Shield Recharge RateRight click this item then left click a Rare item to apply it.	10	Removes a random modifier and augments a Rare item with a new guaranteed modifier Helmet: +1 to Level of all Minion Skills Body Armour: (64-97) to (97-145) Physical Thorns damage Gloves: (25-29)% increased Critical Damage Bonus Boots: 30% increased Movement Speed Ring: (50-59)% increased Mana Regeneration Rate Amulet: (19-21)% of Damage taken Recouped as Life Belt: +(254-304) to Stun Threshold Shield: (20-24)% increased Block chance Quiver: (43-50)% increased Damage with Bow Skills Focus: (41-45)% increased Energy Shield Recharge Rate	1	Can randomly be obtained by corrupting a Perfect Essence.
Essence of InsanityEssence of InsanityStack Size: 10Removes a random modifier and augments a Rare item with a new guaranteed modifier Belt: On Corruption, Item gains two EnchantmentsRight click this item then left click a Rare item to apply it.	10	Removes a random modifier and augments a Rare item with a new guaranteed modifier Belt: On Corruption, Item gains two Enchantments	1	Can randomly be obtained by corrupting a Perfect Essence.

List of miscellaneous essences

Item	Stack size	Description	Drop level	Additional drop restrictions
Essence of the AbyssEssence of the AbyssStack Size: 10Removes a random modifier and augments a Rare item with a new guaranteed modifier Equipment: Mark of the Abyssal LordRight click this item then left click a Rare item to apply it.	10	Removes a random modifier and augments a Rare item with a new guaranteed modifier Equipment: Mark of the Abyssal Lord	1	Drop from monsters frozen in essences found near abysses.

Version history

Version	Changes
0.3.0	Essences now have 4 tiers: Lesser, Normal, Greater, and Perfect. Instead of adding a modifier of a certain tag, Essences now add a specific modifier, depending on the Tier of Essence and type of item it is being applied to. Lesser, Normal, and Greater Essences can upgrade a Magic item to Rare, adding a guaranteed modifier. Perfect Essences and Essences obtained through Corruption remove a random modifier and augments a Rare item with a new guaranteed modifier. Added 7 new types of Essences. Essences of Torment have been renamed to Essences of Abrasion. Essence of HysteriaEssence of HysteriaStack Size: 10Removes a random modifier and augments a Rare item with a new guaranteed modifier Helmet: +1 to Level of all Minion Skills Body Armour: (64-97) to (97-145) Physical Thorns damage Gloves: (25-29)% increased Critical Damage Bonus Boots: 30% increased Movement Speed Ring: (50-59)% increased Mana Regeneration Rate Amulet: (19-21)% of Damage taken Recouped as Life Belt: +(254-304) to Stun Threshold Shield: (20-24)% increased Block chance Quiver: (43-50)% increased Damage with Bow Skills Focus: (41-45)% increased Energy Shield Recharge RateRight click this item then left click a Rare item to apply it. now augments different guaranteed modifiers based on the type of item it is applied to. Essences now upgrade to better tier instead of random. [Undocumented]
0.2.1	Massively increased the chance for Corrupting a monster trapped in essence to upgrade essences to greater, and greater to corrupted.
0.2.0f	Reduced the damage of the Essence of the Infinite Monster modifier.
0.1.1	Fixed a bug where Damage Gained as Fire, Cold and Lightning were missing tags, causing Essences to be unable to roll these modfiiers.
0.1.0	Introduced to the game.