In Path of Exile's Legacy of Precia league, players are constantly searching for reliable ways to generate currency without relying on extreme RNG or complicated mechanics. One strategy that has quickly proven itself as both simple and incredibly profitable is Lost Shipment farming. With the right setup, this method can consistently generate tattoos, rune grafts, POE currency, Divine Orbs, and even access to one of the league's most valuable boss drops.

 

By stacking ore deposits and converting them into Lost Shipments, players can run fast maps, open valuable chests, and potentially earn dozens of Divines per session. In this guide, we'll break down exactly how this strategy works, how to set it up on any budget, and how to maximize your profits.

 

Why Lost Shipments Are So Valuable

 

Lost Shipments are special chests that spawn in maps when ore deposits are converted through specific modifiers. These chests contain some of the most sought-after league rewards, including:

 

 High-value tattoos

 Powerful rune grafts

 Divine Orbs

 Rare gear with strong modifiers

 Scarabs and divination cards

 

Some rune grafts, such as Witch Mark grafts, can sell for up to 30 Divines. Even lower-tier grafts often sell for 10 Chaos or more, meaning nearly every drop has value.

 

On top of this, Lost Shipments can occasionally lead to Starfall Craters, which contain a boss capable of dropping the extremely valuable Valin Shield. This item can sell for 40 Divines or more, making it one of the most lucrative bonus rewards in the strategy.

 

The Core Concept of the Strategy

 

The foundation of this farming method is simple:

 

1.Stack as many ore deposits as possible in each map

2.Convert those deposits into Lost Shipments

3.Run fast layouts

4.Open chests

5.Repeat

 

Instead of clearing entire maps or chasing rare encounters, you focus on speed and consistency. You enter the map, locate Lost Shipments, open them, kill the boss, and move on.

 

Each run takes around one minute, allowing you to complete dozens of maps per hour.

 

Budget Setup: Getting Started Cheap

 

If you're starting with limited currency, you can still use this strategy effectively.

 

Conqueror Idols (Priority)

 

Your main modifier is:

 

"Chance for ore deposits in your maps to be replaced by Lost Shipments"

 

This can roll between 5% and 7%. On a budget, even 5% is good enough. Fill all your Conqueror Idols with this modifier first.

 

Large Idols

 

Look for:

 

"Your maps with ore deposits have increased chance to contain at least two ore deposits"

 

This increases the base number of veins in each map, giving you more opportunities for conversion.

 

Minor Idols

 

Use:

 

"Your maps have increased chance to contain ore deposits"

 

Stack this on all minor idols. This ensures more total deposits per run.

 

This setup alone is enough to begin farming profitably.

 

Advanced Setup: Maximizing Profits

 

Once you have more currency, you can optimize further.

 

Upgraded Conqueror Idols

 

In addition to Lost Shipment chance, add:

 

"Ore deposits in your maps are more likely to be rarer varieties"

 

This increases your chances of finding Vericium ores, which can transform into Starfall Craters.

 

Minor Idol Upgrades

 

Add:

 

"Increased chance for ore deposits in your maps to be Vericium"

Combine this with general ore spawn chance for best results.

 

Best-in-Slot Combination

 

For high-end setups, aim for:

 

 Lost Shipment conversion

 Rarer ore varieties

 Increased Vericium chance

 Increased ore spawn chance

 

This dramatically boosts your odds of encountering Starfall Craters and high-value loot.

 

Adding Extra Profit: Secondary Content

 

Lost Shipments work well with instant-reward mechanics. Two options stand out.

 

Eldritch Altars

 

Altars provide immediate rewards such as:

 

 Divine Orbs

 Exalted Orbs

 Scarabs

 Divination Cards

 

If an altar is bad, skip it and move on. If it's good, take it.

Use idol modifiers like:

 

"Increased chance to find Eldritch Altars"

 

And:

"Influenced monsters have increased pack size"

 

More monsters means more altars.

 

Beast Farming

 

Alternatively, you can pair the strategy with Bestiary content. With the right idols, beasts add extra income with minimal time investment.

Most players prefer Eldritch Altars due to faster returns.

 

Scarabs and Map Device Setup

 

To maximize ore deposits, use the following:

 

Scarabs

 

Equip two Calguran Scarabs:

 

"Area contains an additional ore deposit"

 

These add two extra veins per map.

 

Map Device

 

Apply Settlers option to gain two more ore deposits.

 

Result

 

Each map gets:

 

 2 deposits from map device

 2 from scarabs

 Extra from idols

 

Almost all of these can become Lost Shipments.

 

Best Maps: Why Beach Is Ideal

 

The recommended map for this strategy is Beach (Tier 16).

Reasons:

 

 Small layout

 Straightforward path

 Easy boss access

 No maze-like designThis allows you to clear maps in under a minute.

 

How to Get Beach Maps

 

Use Orbs of Horizon on any Tier 16 map until it converts into Beach. Since Beach is a natural Tier 16, it will appear regularly.

 

Once acquired, juice and repeat.

 

How to Run Each Map

 

Each run follows a simple routine.

 

1.Enter the map

2.Check Eldritch Altars (if applicable)

3.Open your minimap

4.Look for yellow dots (Lost Shipments)

5.Open all chests

6.Check rare items

7.Kill the boss

8.Leave immediately

 

Do not full-clear. Speed is everything.

 

Why You Should Check Rare Items

 

Rare items from Lost Shipments have enhanced modifiers. Some can sell for multiple Divines.

 

Example: A helmet dropped from shipments sold for 4 Divines.

Always identify and check promising rares before vendoring.

 

Small Chests Matter Too

 

Each Lost Shipment contains:

 

 One main chest

 Several small chests

 

The small chests can also drop:

 

 Divine Orbs

 Tattoos

 Rune grafts

 

They are annoying to click, but they're worth opening.

 

Use your minimap to locate them easily.

 

Starfall Crater and Valin Shield

 

About once every 20 maps, you'll encounter a Starfall Crater.

 

Inside is a boss that can drop:

 

Valin Shield

 

This item is in high demand and can sell for 40 Divines or more.

 

Think of this as a bonus jackpot layered on top of steady income.

 

Expected Profits

 

Your earnings depend on luck, but typical returns include:

 

 Several tattoos per hour

 Multiple rune grafts

 Occasional Divine Orbs

 Rare gear

 Scarabs

 

On good sessions, players can earn 10-30 Divines in a few hours. Lucky drops like Witch Mark rune grafts can instantly skyrocket profits.

 

In one showcase, a player dropped the best rune graft mid-session, instantly becoming "rich."

 

Build Requirements

 

This strategy works best with:

 

 High movement speed

 Good clear

 Boss-killing capability

 

Any fast mapper works. The showcased build was a league starter and budget-friendly, proving accessibility.

 

You do not need a mirror-tier character to profit.

 

Optional: Delirium and Beyond

 

Some players add:

 Mirror of Delirium

 Beyond modifiers

 

These can increase rewards but also increase difficulty.

 

If you dislike Beyond bosses, simply avoid the modifier. This is personal preference.

 

Realistic Expectations

 

This strategy is consistent, not magic.

 

You will have unlucky maps.

 

Some runs will have no Lost Shipments.

 

Some drops will be cheap.

 

The profit comes from volume.

 

By running dozens of maps per hour, RNG evens out.

 

No cherry-picked highlights-just steady grinding.

 

Final Thoughts

 

Lost Shipment farming in Path of Exile's Legacy of Precia league is one of the most efficient and accessible currency strategies available. With a simple idol setup, cheap scarabs, and fast maps, you can generate consistent profit while keeping gameplay smooth and enjoyable.

 

The combination of:

 

 Valuable tattoos

 Expensive rune grafts

 Starfall Crater jackpots

 Fast map clears

 

Makes this method ideal for both casual and hardcore players.

 

Whether you're saving for a Mirror of Kalandra, make POE orbs, pushing level 100, or just building wealth, this strategy delivers results.