Warborne: Above Ashes – How to Get and Use the Exergy Orb

If you've been grinding Warborne: Above Ashes and keep hearing about the mysterious Exergy Orb, this guide is for you. I'll walk you through what it is, how I got mine, and the best ways to use it without wasting time.

What Is the Exergy Orb?

The Exergy Orb is a special energy-based support item/skill that restores resources and helps in tough fights. Think of it as your emergency backup battery: it can restore HP, MP, and clear debuffs when activated.

It's often compared to the Psyche Orb from the Blazing Cannon Beast mount—both share that “orb support” vibe—but Exergy Orb is tied more closely to energy management. In short, it's a lifesaver when you're deep in fights or running long dungeon chains.

Step-by-Step: How I Got the Exergy Orb

Step 1 – Unlock the Research Tree

You won't even see the Exergy Orb option until you're pushing into mid-tier research.

• Go to your Research Panel from the main hub.
• Look for the branch dealing with Exergy Energy. It usually unlocks after finishing basic crafting and enhancement lines.

Step 2 – Gather Required Materials

Here's what I had to farm for the orb (your numbers may vary slightly after patches):

Tip: Bring friends. Farming cores solo is pain—you'll spend more time running back from respawns than actually fighting.

Step 3 – Craft at the Fabricator

Once I had the mats, I went to the Fabricator Station. The orb costs a decent chunk of Exergy (energy currency), so make sure you've saved up.

• Hit Craft > Support Items > Exergy Orb.
• Confirm, and boom—you've got your orb.

If you’re already farming mats for the Exergy Orb, don’t forget to stockpile currency too—energy sinks add up fast. I usually trade off side objectives for quicker payouts, then reinvest straight into essentials like Warborne Above Ashes Solarbite to keep my runs smooth.

How to Use the Exergy Orb (Without Wasting It)

1. Save It for Emergencies  
   Don't pop it on the first scratch. The cooldown is long, and the energy cost isn't cheap. I only use it when the squad is under heavy DoTs or when HP is dipping below 30%.
2. Combo With AoE Heals  
   If you've got a healer Drifter or Warband member, time the orb just before they drop their big heal. The orb cleanses and restores a chunk, then the healer tops everyone off—perfect synergy.
3. Positioning Matters  
   The orb has a radius. I learned the hard way: if your teammates are scattered across the map, half of them won't get the buff. Stick together before using it.

Quick Tips From My Runs

• Respawn Timers: Elite mobs that drop Auric Fragments respawn about every 8–10 minutes. I usually farm in a loop—by the time I circle back, they're up again.
• Group Play > Solo: Solo farming is possible, but group farming triples the drop rate efficiency.
• Watch Patch Notes: Drop rates and material costs have shifted in past patches. Always double-check before you sink hours farming the wrong mobs.

Recap

The Exergy Orb is one of those items that feels optional—until it saves your squad in a clutch fight.

• Unlock it through the Exergy branch of research.
• Farm Eclipsium, Warband Cores, and Auric Fragments to craft it.
• Use it smart: save for emergencies, stack with heals, and keep your team close.

Trust me, once you have the orb, you won't want to dive without it. It's the difference between a squad wipe and a story-worthy comeback.