How to Unlock Bonded Modifiers in Path of Exile 2

To unlock Bonded modifiers, you must be playing a Druid with Path of Exile 2 Currency the Shaman Ascendancy and allocate points into the Ascendancy passive "Wisdom of the Maji."

Once unlocked:

Bonded modifiers become active immediately

Any equipped Rune or Idol with a Bonded effect will apply its bonus automatically

No additional activation or resource cost is required

If you already have Bonded-enabled items equipped when you take Wisdom of the Maji, their effects will turn on instantly.

Are Bonded Modifiers Necessary?

Strictly speaking, Bonded modifiers are not required to create a high-damage or viable endgame build in Path of Exile 2. Many powerful builds function perfectly well without them.

However, many Shaman Ascendancy builds are designed with Bonded modifiers in mind. The bonuses often provide:

Hard-to-find utility stats

Reservation Efficiency that frees up skill slots

Shapeshifting or minion synergies

Small but impactful damage boosts

Because they offer strong value with minimal opportunity cost, Bonded modifiers are considered extremely efficient for builds that can take advantage of buy POE2 Currency them-especially when combined with carefully chosen Path of Exile 2 Items or when you buy POE2 Items specifically to support this playstyle.