Harbinger's Orbs are valuable currency items that upgrade a map into a Beachhead unique map, which can drop Harbinger-exclusive loot like Fracturing Orbs, Ancient Orbs, and even Mirror Shards. With the right setup, Harbinger farming can yield consistent profit, especially when combined with Beyond and Delirium mechanics.
Atlas Tree Strategy: The Core of Harbinger Farming
To maximize Harbinger spawns and shard drops, your Atlas Tree should be fully specialized. Here's a breakdown of the key nodes and why they matter:
Harbinger Cluster (Top Priority)
| Node | Effect | Why It Matters |
| Ominous Arrival | Maps always contain a Harbinger | Guarantees baseline Harbinger presence |
| Unrelenting Storm | Harbingers summon more minions and drop more shards | Increases shard yield per encounter |
| First Wave | 25% chance for Harbingers to be replaced by bosses | Boss Harbingers drop full orbs |
| Final Wave | Boss Harbingers drop more shards | Boosts Fracturing/Ancient Orb drops |
| Unspeakable Offensive | Faster Harbinger cooldowns and a chance to drop full currency | Speeds up farming and increases loot quality |
Beyond Synergy
| Node | Effect | Why It Matters |
| Horrors from Beyond | More Beyond portals | Harbinger mobs spawn tightly, triggering Beyond |
| Unspeakable Offensive | Boosts Beyond spawn chance | More mobs = more loot |
| Vaal Pact (Keystone) | Disables Beyond bosses | Prevents map-ending bosses, keeps spawns flowing |
Delirium Synergy
| Node | Effect | Why It Matters |
| Unending Nightmare (Keystone) | Delirium Mirror never ends | Infinite monster spawns for synergy |
| Delusions of Persecution | More Delirium monsters | Adds chaos drops and Simulacrum splinters |
| All-Seeing Eye | Increases Delirium reward bar gain | More loot per map |
Utility Nodes
● Wealth of the Winds: Chance to duplicate currency drops
● Scarabs Cluster: Boosts scarab drops and conversion
● Singular Focus: Helps sustain your preferred map (e.g., Dunes)
Map Setup: Choosing the Right Maps
Recommended Maps
| Map | Why It's Good |
| Dunes | Fast, linear, open layout—ideal for Harbinger chaining |
| City Square | Compact with multiple bosses—great for boss Harbingers |
| Jungle Valley | Tight layout, good for Beyond and Delirium stacking |
| Vaal Cathedral | Use for scrying Apothecary cards into Dunes (Mageblood farming) |
Map Device Mod
● Kirac Mod: "3 Additional Harbingers" (costs 3 Chaos Orbs)
● Eldritch Influence: Choose Searing Exarch or Eater of Worlds based on sextant synergy
Scarab Setup: The Currency Engine
Use 3 Harbinger Scarabs per map for optimal results:
| Scarab | Effect | Priority |
| Scarab of Warhoards | Duplicates currency shards | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Scarab of Regency | 50% chance for boss Harbingers | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Scarab of Conquest/Knowledge | Adds 3–5 extra Harbingers | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Optional: Scarab of Obelisks | Adds empowered obelisks | ⭐⭐ (if budget allows) |
Farming Loop: How to Run Efficiently
1. Roll your maps with pack size and quantity (avoid reflect or no regen if build-sensitive)
2. Apply scarabs and Kirac mod
3. Run maps in batches of 10–20 to minimize downtime
4. Loot filter: Hide low-tier shards (Alteration, Transmutation) to stay efficient
5. Sell in bulk: Use trade sites or TFT to offload shards and orbs.
Loot Breakdown: What You Can Expect
| Currency | Source | Notes |
| Fracturing Orbs | Boss Harbingers | High value, used in crafting |
| Harbinger's Orbs | All Harbingers | Upgrade maps into Beachhead |
| Ancient Orbs | Common Harbinger drop | Used for Headhunter/Mageblood gambling |
| Mirror Shards | Rare boss drop | Jackpot tier |
| Annulment/Exalted Shards | Mid-tier Harbingers | Good for bulk selling |
| Simulacrum Splinters | From Delirium | Bonus income stream |
Pro Tips for Optimization
● Use Sextants: Look for "Map Bosses drop Currency Shards" or "Harbingers drop extra shards"
● Avoid Quantity Investment: Harbinger drops don't scale with IIQ—focus on spawn count and shard multipliers.
● Use Scrying: Target Apothecary cards in Vaal Cathedral, then convert to Dunes for Mageblood farming.
● Build Consideration: Use a fast-clearing build with good AoE and sustain (e.g., TS Deadeye, RF Inquisitor)
Budget vs. Full Juice
| Strategy | Investment | Profit Potential | Notes |
| Budget | ~5c/map | Moderate | Use Rusted Scarabs, skip Delirium |
| Mid-Tier | ~15c/map | High | Polished Scarabs, Kirac mod, Beyond |
| Full Juice | 25–40c/map | Very High | Gilded Scarabs, Delirium, Sextants, full Atlas Tree |
Final Thoughts
Farming Harbinger's Orbs in 3.26 is one of the most reliable and scalable currency strategies available. With the right Atlas Tree, map setup, and scarab combo, you can generate Fracturing Orbs, Ancient Orbs, and even Mirror Shards at a steady pace. Whether you're aiming to fund a Mageblood or want to hit level 100 with style, this strategy delivers.
