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Desert Rune
Desert Rune is a soul core in Path of Exile 2, socketed from level 15. Its granted stats depend on where it is socketed, for example Adds 7 to 11 Fire Damage.
Desert Rune stats
| Socket group | Granted stats |
|---|---|
| 1 | Adds 7 to 11 Fire Damage |
| 3 | Gain 8% of Damage as Extra Fire Damage |
| 4 | +14% to Fire Resistance |
Grouped by the socket context the client records; a soul core grants different stats in a martial weapon, a caster weapon or armour.
Desert Rune change history
| Patch | Change | State |
|---|---|---|
| patch 4.5.5.3 | First recorded in Path of Exile 2. | Baseline |
Desert Rune FAQ
What level do you need for Desert Rune in Path of Exile 2?
Desert Rune can be socketed from character level 15.
Was Desert Rune changed in the latest patch?
No. Desert Rune is unchanged in the latest build of Path of Exile 2 on file.