Path of Exile 2 brings a new wave of excitement to the ARPG genre, offering players new mechanics, enhanced visuals, and a fresh set of base items to chase. Among these powerful new additions is the Bandit Mace, a one-handed melee weapon that has caught the attention of strength-based characters looking to maximize their physical damage output.

But obtaining the Bandit Mace isn't just a matter of luck, it's about knowing where to look, how to craft, and most importantly, how to wisely use your POE 2 Currency to optimize the weapon for endgame content. This guide breaks down everything you need to know about getting your hands on a Bandit Mace and turning it into a deadly tool for your build.

What Is the Bandit Mace

The Bandit Mace is a base type in Path of Exile 2, categorized as a one-handed mace. Here's a look at its core stats:

    Physical Damage: 45–61

    Critical Strike Chance: 5.00%

    Attacks per Second: 1.45

    Weapon Range: 1.1 metres

    Requirements: Level 59, 135 Strength

This weapon is designed for strong, close-combat characters such as Juggernauts, Berserkers, or even hybrid strength builds that take advantage of physical scaling and melee multipliers. With a high base attack speed and decent critical potential, it's also a great candidate for crafting upgrades, if you've got the right currency.

Where to Find the Bandit Mace

Currently in POE 2, Bandit Maces can drop from higher-tier enemies, elite mobs, and specific bosses in the mid-to-late game zones. They are considered uncommon, especially with ideal item level (iLvl) rolls for crafting purposes.

To increase your chances of getting one:

    Target mid-to-late acts (Act 6–9) for monster level 59+ drops.

    Use area farming strategies that emphasize density, such as maps with modifiers that increase mob spawns or rare monster appearances.

    Check trade markets if you're open to using POE 2 Currency to buy one directly from other players.

If you're crafting or upgrading your own Bandit Mace, picking one with the right item level is critical. iLvl 70+ is ideal for unlocking the best crafting affixes.

How to Use POE 2 Currency to Upgrade Your Bandit Mace

Once you've acquired a Bandit Mace, the next step is improving its power, and that's where POE 2 Currency becomes invaluable.

Here are key currency items and how to use them effectively on your mace:

1. Transmutation and Augmentation Orbs

These are your first steps to crafting a magic (blue) item if your Bandit Mace is normal. Transmute it, then use Augments to add missing affixes. It's not endgame viable, but it's a quick upgrade early on.

2. Alchemies and Chaos Orbs

Use an Orb of Alchemy to make the mace rare. If the results aren't ideal, use a Chaos Orb to reroll the affixes. This is the most common crafting method in early to mid-game gear progression.

3. Essences

Essences provide a guaranteed affix, such as flat physical damage or attack speed. They're perfect for Bandit Mace crafting, especially if you're aiming for a specific stat. Use mid-tier Essences like Essence of Contempt or Wrath for great results.

4. Fossil Crafting

If you're looking to fine-tune your mace, fossil crafting with resonators is an advanced option. Use Jagged Fossils for physical mods, or Corroded Fossils to exclude elemental damage types, focusing your rolls.

5. Bench Crafting

Don't underestimate the power of crafting benches. After you find a decent rare Bandit Mace, you can add critical strike chance, attack speed, or flat physical damage as suffixes or prefixes, depending on your build's needs.

6. Exalted Orbs and Divine Orbs

These high-tier POE 2 Currency items should be used sparingly. Exalted Orbs can add a new modifier, while Divine Orbs reroll numeric values. Only use these when you're refining a near-perfect weapon.

Trading for Bandit Mace

If crafting isn't your forte, the Path of Exile 2 trade ecosystem is robust. Use sites like the official trade portal or community marketplaces to buy a pre-crafted Bandit Mace. Filter for the exact stats you need, attack speed, flat physical damage, or crit multiplier, and be prepared to spend accordingly.

Prices will vary depending on the meta, patch changes, and popularity of strength-based builds. Make sure to evaluate the value of the mace compared to the amount of POE 2 Currency you're investing.

Tips for Efficient Farming and Crafting

    Play in groups: Higher mob density = more drops

    Stack quantity bonuses on maps

    Use Scarabs or Sextants (if available in POE 2) to increase drops

    Use stash tabs and filters to quickly identify Bandit Mace drops

    Trade excess POE 2 Currency for crafting bases if you're having bad RNG

Final Thoughts

The Bandit Mace is a powerful and flexible weapon in Path of Exile 2, especially for melee-focused strength builds. While it requires a high level and stat investment, it pays off with solid damage, fast attacks, and excellent synergy with many melee support gems.

Using your POE2 Currency wisely, whether to craft, upgrade, or purchase a top-tier version, can dramatically impact your efficiency and success in the endgame. Whether you farm it yourself or trade for it, the Bandit Mace remains a solid pick for warriors who want to crush their enemies with brutal, up-close power.

MMOexp POE 2 Team