This guide, inspired by Tripolar Bear’s video (YouTube link), outlines a high-efficiency Delirium farming strategy for Path of Exile 3.26 Secrets of the Atlas, designed to yield approximately 100 Divine Orbs in 20 Tier 16 (T16) maps. The strategy leverages Delirium orbs, scarabs, and a tailored Atlas Passive Skill Tree to maximize Simulacrum Splinters, Cluster Jewels, and raw currency drops. It requires a fast, tanky build and moderate initial investment, with a focus on map efficiency and high-density monster clears.

Requirements

Character Level: 90+ for survivability in T16 maps with Delirium modifiers.

Build: Fast-clearing, durable build (e.g., Righteous Fire, Tornado Shot, Lightning Arrow, or Poisonous Concoction). Aim for 5-10M DPS, 60-100k EHP, and good mobility to handle Delirium fog and boss encounters.

Investment: ~6-10 Divine Orbs for scarabs, Delirium orbs, and T16 maps. Budget gear setups are viable with self-crafted items (e.g., trigger-crafted wands or synthesized bases).

Atlas Points: 100+ (ideally 120 for full optimization).

Voidstones: All 4 socketed to ensure T16 map drops.

Map Device: Fully unlocked with all modifier slots.

Currency: ~50 Chaos Orbs per map for scarabs and Delirium orbs (total ~1000 Chaos or ~5-7 Divines for 20 maps, assuming 1 Divine = 150-200 Chaos).

Atlas Passive Skill Tree Setup

The strategy hinges on maximizing Delirium rewards, map sustain, and supplementary mechanics like Essence and Harbinger for consistent profit. Key Atlas nodes include:

Delirium Nodes (Core Focus):

Delirious Onslaught: Adds 20% chance for maps to have a Delirium layer, increasing monster density and loot.

Delirium Fog Dissipation Delayed: Extends fog duration, allowing more kills per map (critical for loot scaling).

Delirium Reward Bar Filled Faster: Speeds up reward bar progression for more loot types (e.g., currency, uniques, jewels).

Delirium Splinters Increased: Boosts Simulacrum Splinter drops (300-400 splinters per map, worth ~1-2 Divines per Simulacrum).

Delirium Cluster Jewels: Increases Cluster Jewel drops (sell for 10-50 Chaos each, depending on rolls).

Map Sustain Nodes:

Shaping the Skies: +25% chance for map drops to be higher tier, ensuring T16 sustainability.

Shaping the Mountains: +15% map drop quantity, improving map returns.

Wandering Path: Doubles map drop bonuses, ideal for early setup or low investment.

Supplementary Mechanics:

Essence Nodes: Amplified Energies and Crystal Resonance ensure 2-3 high-tier essences per map (e.g., Deafening Essence of Misery, ~10-20 Chaos each).

Harbinger Nodes: Omen of the New Gods and Harbinger Currency Shard Drops for Ancient/Fracturing Orb shards (sell for ~1-2 Divines per orb).

Strongbox Nodes (Optional): Backup Cache and Vault of Mysteries for duplicated currency and divination cards (e.g., The Apothecary, ~5 Divines per card).

Recommended Point Allocation:

Delirium: 12-15 points.

Map Sustain: 10-12 points.

Essence/Harbinger: 8-10 points.

Strongboxes (optional): 4-6 points.

Example Atlas Tree: Check Tripolar Bear’s video description for a PoE Planner link or use a similar setup on poe-atlas.com with Delirium focus.

Map Selection

Tripolar Bear recommends linear, high-density T16 maps to maximize clear speed and Delirium fog progression. Top choices:

Strand: Linear layout, fast clears, drops The Sephirot (10 Divines per set, ~1-2 Divines per 20 maps).

Crimson Township: High mob density, open layout, good for Delirium reward altars.

Jungle Valley: Compact, high pack size, ideal for builds with AOE clear.

Map Modifiers:

Apply 1 Delirium Orb (e.g., Skittering Delirium Orb, ~20-30 Chaos each) for 20% Delirium per map.

Roll maps with Alchemy Orbs for 80-100% item quantity and 30%+ pack size.

Avoid modifiers that counter your build (e.g., no regen, reflect, or reduced crit).

Corrupt maps to 8 mods for +20-30% quantity if your build can handle increased difficulty.

Scarabs and Map Device

Scarabs amplify Delirium rewards and add supplementary loot. Use:

Delirium Scarab of Mania (~15-25 Chaos): Adds Delirium layers, increasing monster density and reward bars.

Harbinger Scarab (~10-15 Chaos): Boosts Harbinger spawns for currency shards (Ancient/Fracturing Orbs).

Cartographer’s Scarab (~5-10 Chaos): Increases map drops for sustainability.

Ambush Scarab (~5 Chaos): Adds strongboxes for currency and divination card drops.

Map Device Modifier: Choose Fortune Favors the Brave (10 Chaos) for a random league mechanic boost, often adding extra Delirium or Harbinger spawns.

Cost per Map: ~50-60 Chaos (Delirium Orb + Scarabs). Total for 20 maps: ~1000-1200 Chaos (~5-8 Divines).

Execution

Preparation:

Buy 20 T16 Strand/Crimson Township maps (~1-2 Chaos each).

Purchase 20 Skittering Delirium Orbs (~20-30 Chaos each) and scarabs (bulk buy for discounts).

Roll maps for high quantity/pack size; corrupt if confident.

Running Maps:

Clear maps quickly (2-3 minutes each) to maximize Delirium fog uptime.

Prioritize reward altars with Currency, Uniques, or Cluster Jewels.

Kill bosses if your build allows (extra Delirium rewards).

Loot Breakdown (Per 20 Maps, Estimated):

Simulacrum Splinters: 300-400 per map x 20 = 6,000-8,000 splinters (~20-26 Simulacrums at 300 splinters each, ~1-2 Divines per Simulacrum = 20-50 Divines).

Cluster Jewels: 5-10 per map x 20 = 100-200 jewels (~10-50 Chaos each, ~10-20 Divines total).

Essences: 2-3 Deafening Essences per map x 20 = 40-60 essences (~10-20 Chaos each, ~3-5 Divines).

Harbinger Orbs: 1-2 Ancient/Fracturing Orbs per map x 20 = 20-40 orbs (~1-2 Divines each, ~20-40 Divines).

Raw Currency: Chaos, Exalted, and Divine drops (~5-10 Divines).

Divination Cards: The Apothecary, The Sephirot, etc. (~5-10 Divines).

Tips for Success

Build Optimization: Ensure your build can handle 20% Delirium T16 maps with 8 mods. Test on a single map first.

Bulk Selling: Sell Simulacrums, Cluster Jewels, and Essences in bulk on the trade market for faster liquid Divines.

Efficiency: Aim for 2-3 minute map clears to maximize hourly profit (~5-7 Divines/hour).

Market Awareness: Check poe.trade or in-game market for current prices of Simulacrums, Cluster Jewels, and orbs to optimize sales.

Notes

Prices are based on 3.26 league economy (1 Divine ≈ 150-200 Chaos, subject to fluctuation). Verify prices via poe.trade or you can buy poe 1 currency at U4GM.

If Simulacrum or Cluster Jewel prices drop, pivot to selling raw currency or running Simulacrums yourself for high-value drops (e.g., Voices jewels).

For builds struggling with Delirium, consider adding Delirium Resistance nodes or gear with +max resistances.