Path of Exile 2: How to Get the Studded Greatclub

Path of Exile 2 is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated action RPGs in recent memory, and as more players dive into Wraeclast's treacherous new world, attention turns toward powerful weapons and how to acquire them. Among these, the Studded Greatclub stands out as a reliable early-game two-handed mace, ideal for strength-based melee builds.

Whether you're looking to test out a ground slam build or simply need a hard-hitting physical weapon for leveling, the Studded Greatclub is worth hunting down. This guide breaks down everything you need to know about acquiring the Studded Greatclub, its stats, and how your choice of POE 2 Currency can make the process smoother and more efficient.

Studded Greatclub Overview

The Studded Greatclub is a two-handed mace base type that boasts solid physical damage and a reliable attack speed for its level. Here's a quick breakdown of its base stats:

    Weapon Type: Two-Handed Mace

    Physical Damage: 32–48

    Critical Strike Chance: 5.00%

    Attacks per Second: 1.10

    Weapon Range: 1.3 metres

    Required Level: 16

    Required Strength: 38

    Drop Level: 16

Weapon DPS

    Physical DPS: 44.0

    Physical + Chaos DPS: 44.0

    Total DPS: 44.0

With solid base damage and moderate attack speed, the Studded Greatclub serves as an excellent mid-level option for characters focusing on raw physical might. While its damage doesn't include elemental bonuses, its clean stat profile makes it ideal for modification via crafting or POE 2 Currency.

How to Get the Studded Greatclub

1. Natural World Drops

The simplest method of obtaining the Studded Greatclub is through natural monster drops. Since the item has a drop level of 16, it starts appearing in zones where monsters are level 16 or higher. These zones are generally accessible early in Act 2 or shortly after, depending on the campaign path and your character's progression.

    Tip: Farm zones with large monster density for higher drop chances, such as open fields or corrupted areas.

    Note: Magic and rare monsters have a higher likelihood of dropping base weapons like the Studded Greatclub.

2. Vendor Recipe Method

If RNG hasn't been kind, you can try your luck with vendor recipes. While there's no guaranteed recipe for a Studded Greatclub specifically, certain combinations of base maces and POE 2 Currency can yield similar weapons or allow you to upgrade an inferior base type.

Combining:

    A normal two-handed mace

    A Blacksmith's Whetstone

    Certain rare modifiers or quality increases

Might occasionally yield a Studded Greatclub or a comparable weapon if you're lucky. However, this method is inconsistent and better suited for experimentation or when you have excess crafting materials.

3. Using POE 2 Currency for Targeted Crafting

Crafting is one of the most efficient ways to optimize or acquire specific gear in Path of Exile 2, especially with how powerful the new bench and meta-mods are expected to be.

Here's how POE 2 Currency can aid your search for a Studded Greatclub:

    Orbs of Transmutation / Alchemy: Upgrade white Studded Greatclubs into magic or rare versions, respectively.

    Essences: Force specific modifiers (e.g., flat physical damage or increased attack speed) to appear on the item.

    Chaos Orbs: Reroll rare versions of the club if you're hunting for particular stats.

    Exalted Orbs and Annulment Orbs: In late-game crafting, these can enhance or fine-tune high-end versions of the Studded Greatclub.

By farming POE 2 Currency through mapping, trading, or league mechanics, you'll be in a much stronger position to either buy the exact Studded Greatclub you want from other players or create one tailored to your build.

When to Use the Studded Greatclub

Because the Studded Greatclub requires Level 16 and 38 Strength, it fits perfectly into the mid-early stages of the game. It shines in physical-heavy builds such as:

    Ground Slam Juggernaut

    Sunder Berserker

    Earthquake Chieftain

The high base physical damage pairs well with Added Physical Damage support gems and can be scaled effectively with melee multipliers, increased area of effect, and strength-scaling nodes on the passive skill tree.

This weapon also benefits greatly from local increased physical damage mods, so a crafted version using POE 2 Currency can easily outclass other weapons of its tier.

Can You Trade for the Studded Greatclub

While Path of Exile 2 has hinted at changes to the trade system, early indications suggest that trading will still be a viable method for acquiring gear. If you're low on time or tired of farming, trading for a well-rolled Studded Greatclub might be your best option.

Expect to pay a small amount of POE 2 Currency, particularly Chaos Orbs, for a clean or well-crafted version, depending on the league economy.

Final Thoughts

The Studded Greatclub may not be an endgame powerhouse, but it's a reliable and accessible option during the mid-game stages. With solid base stats and good synergy with strength-based builds, it's a weapon worth investing time, or POE 2 Currency, into.

Whether you're relying on monster drops, hoping for RNG luck with crafting, or purchasing it through trade, the Studded Greatclub is a dependable stepping stone in your journey through Wraeclast. Keep an eye out once you hit level 16, and don't forget to stash some currency for upgrades.

Stay strong, Exile. The road to greatness is studded with challenges, and sometimes, with greatclubs.

MMOexp POE 2 Team