The Shattered Paths Signet is a powerful Mythic ring in The Elder Scrolls Online that has garnered significant attention among players for its incredible abilities. Originally introduced as part of the Night Market event, this item has since been made permanently available, ensuring players can obtain it even if they missed the event. Spopes's video covers everything you need to know about acquiring the Shattered Paths Signet, including where to find all five leads required to assemble this sought-after item.
What Is the Shattered Paths Signet?
The Shattered Paths Signet is a Mythic ring that offers exceptional bonuses, making it a best-in-slot item for certain playstyles and builds. While it was initially available only through activities during the limited-time Night Market event, ZeniMax Online Studios has since made it possible to acquire the ring from alternate sources. This change ensures that players can still obtain the signet without worrying about missing out due to time constraints.
Even if the ring eventually receives a nerf, it will remain a valuable addition to your collection and a versatile option for various builds. Whether you're a dedicated collector or simply looking to optimize your character's performance, this ring is worth pursuing.
Prerequisites for Acquiring the Shattered Paths Signet
Before you begin your journey to collect the leads for the Shattered Paths Signet, ensure you meet the following requirements:
1. Antiquities System Access: You must have access to the Antiquities system, which is unlocked by owning the Greymoor Chapter of ESO.
2. Scrying and Excavation Skills: Make sure your Scrying and Excavation skills are leveled up to adequately excavate and assemble the Mythic items.
Once you've confirmed these prerequisites, you're ready to begin your search for the five leads required to assemble the Shattered Paths Signet.
Lead Locations for the Shattered Paths Signet
The five leads required for the Shattered Paths Signet are scattered across Coldharbour and one group dungeon in Greenshade. Below is a detailed guide on where to find each lead:
1. Flickering Charcoal Rubbings
the location of Flickering Charcoal Rubbings
• Location: Daedroth Larder World Boss, Coldharbour
• How to Obtain: Travel to the Court of Contempt Wayshrine in Coldharbour and head to the Daedroth Larder world boss. This boss encounter involves defeating three separate bosses. The lead has a high drop rate, so you shouldn't need to farm for long. If it doesn't drop immediately, repeat the activity until you obtain it.
2. Fractured Prismatic Gem
the location of Fractured Prismatic Gem
• Location: Cynamoth's Grove World Boss, Coldharbour
• How to Obtain: This lead drops from Cynamoth, a harvester world boss located in Cynamoth's Grove near the Orchard area in Coldharbour. The Orchard Wayshrine is the most convenient travel point. Note that some areas in Coldharbour require progression through its storyline or assistance from a friend or guildmate to access.
3. Nugget of Aetheric Gold
the location of Nugget of Aetheric Gold
• Location: Aba-Loria Delve Boss, Coldharbour
• How to Obtain: Head to Aba-Loria, a delve in western Coldharbour near the Shrouded Plains Wayshrine. To obtain this lead, you must defeat the delve boss located in the final room of Aba-Loria. If the lead doesn't drop on your first attempt, wait approximately five minutes for the boss to respawn and try again.
4. Starlight Oil
the location of Starlight Oil
• Location: Wailing Maw Delve Boss, Coldharbour
• How to Obtain: Travel to the Wailing Maw delve in Coldharbour, accessible from either the Reaver Citadel Wayshrine or the Orchard Wayshrine. Progress through the delve until you reach the final chamber and defeat the delve boss. As with other delve bosses, this one will respawn after about five minutes if you don't get the lead on your first attempt.
5. Ossein Ring Mold
the location of Ossein Ring Mold
• Location: City of Ash II Group Dungeon Final Boss, Greenshade
• How to Obtain: This lead is obtained by defeating the final boss in the City of Ash II group dungeon located in Greenshade. You can enter this dungeon directly via its location on the Greenshade map or use the Dungeon Finder tool to join a group. Note that this lead requires completing the entire dungeon and defeating its final boss. It may take several attempts as the drop is not guaranteed on your first run.
Assembling the Shattered Paths Signet
Once you've collected all five leads, follow these steps to assemble your new Mythic ring:
1. Use your Scrying skill to locate each lead on your map.
2. Travel to their respective locations and use your Excavation skill to dig up each piece.
3. After collecting all five pieces, they will automatically assemble into the Shattered Paths Signet.
4. To further enhance or modify your new ring, head to a Transmute Station.
Additional Notes and Final Thoughts
The decision by ZOS to make the Shattered Paths Signet permanently available is a welcome one for many players who were concerned about missing out on such a powerful item due to time restrictions during limited-time events. Whether this decision was always part of their plan or influenced by community feedback remains unclear, but it's undoubtedly a win for players who wish to acquire this item at their own pace.
It's worth noting that when (or if) ZOS decides to bring back the Night Market event in future updates, players will also have another opportunity to obtain this ring through event-specific activities.
