How to get the Mirror of Kalandra Artifact in Path of Exile?

Having conquered maps in their large number, defeated the most formidable enemies and now you are in search for the ultimate treasure-farming for Mirror of Kalandra. An artifact so rare, that every Path of Exile (PoE) player wants to have it. This guide will help you find your way through the dangerous waters of Wraeclast and increase your chances of possessing this artifact.

PoE Mirror of Kalandra

Understanding the Rarity

Before we take this journey, we must understand just how rare this artefact is. Some data suggest that it is a mysterious item with low drop rates that has become legendary. But do not worry! You can be a member of the elite club by being persistent and strategic.

Mirror Shards Farming

Instead of chasing individual shards via divination cards or Harbinger encounters, we prefer to use the bulk approach. Any game place with the Harbinger logo may shower you with shards. Here are some places where you can go:

1. Blighted Ravaged Maps: Imperian, the legend himself confirmed these maps as shard goldmines.
2. Delirium Orbs: Our experience speaks for this method having got seven shards from a 100% delirium map.
3. Simulacrum: A Reddit whisper points at probable drops here.
4. Randomly Spawned Delirium Mirrors: Though not as consistent as Delirium Orbs, they’re worth your attention.
5. Normal Blighted Maps: Not proven but still considered a possible hot spot for shards.

Strategies for Success

The following methods will maximize your chances:

1. Delirium Orb Farming: The only reliable strategy confirmed by Imperian’s success with Harbinger rewards.
2. Speed Running T16 Delirium Mirrors: Less effective but still viable for those who prefer a faster pace.

The Numbers Game

How rare is the Mirror or its shards? We have three theories:

1. Chris Wilson’s 2013 Statement: Back then, every one to three days saw a Mirror drop.
2. Stack Deck Odds: Community research has shown that Mirrors are 849 times rarer than Exalted Orbs.
3. Snoo’s Data: After running 1,000 juice maps, Mirror Shards are 6,127 times harder to come by than T1 currencies.

The Farming Formula

Based on the above information, here is how long it may take you:

1. Typical Juicer: One Mirror in 10,000 maps.
2. 2013 Reddit Theory: Around 17,000 maps.
3. Divination Card Data: A daunting total of 122,000 maps.

Best Method

Our choice is speed farming high mob count 100% Delirium maps. This strategy results in approximately three times more Mirrors than standard methods and gives a noteworthy quantity bonus.

Profitability Analysis

Aiming for at least ten Divine Orbs per hour makes good sense. To achieve this goal you need one multi-shard drop out of every 192maps which means that each set of seven mirrored shards bronze can fetch around 154 divines. Add in costs and returns from Harbinger drops and unless you hit these expensive items you will be breaking even.

Conclusion

Target farming the Mirror of Kalandra is not for the faint-hearted. It is a long-term commitment with possibly high rewards. Whether you go with more optimistic odds or recent data’s grim figures, it’s your journey.