The Reforging Bench is one of Path of Exile 2's key crafting mechanics, allowing players to recycle and upgrade items. With it, you can transform three copies of an item into a new or improved version. However, before using this feature, you'll need to unlock it by completing a quest in Act 3.

What is the Reforging Bench?

The Reforging Bench allows players to:

Combine three identical items to create a new or upgraded version.

Reforge Gear, Currencies, Waystones, and even Runes.

Permanently destroy the three input items in the process.

This feature provides a way to recycle duplicate items, helping you craft stronger versions of your existing gear.

How to Unlock the Reforging Bench in PoE 2

Step 1: Accept the Quest from Oswald

After entering The Drowned City for the first time in Act 3, return to the Ziggurat Encampment.

Speak to Oswald, who will give you the quest "Treasures of Utzaal".

The objective is to find The Molten Vault and recover the Hammer of Kamasa.

Step 2: Locate The Molten Vault

The Molten Vault is hidden within the Drowned City.

Look along the exterior borders of the zone to find the entrance.

Your character will comment when near the entrance, and you'll have the option to summon Oswald.

Step 3: Defeat Mektul the Forgemaster

Enter the Molten Vault and fight your way through the dungeon.

At the end, cross a bridge spanning molten lava to reach the boss arena.

Inside, you'll face Mektul the Forgemaster, a powerful fire-based boss.

Step 4: Retrieve the Hammer of Kamasa

After defeating Mektul, pick up the Hammer of Kamasa from his corpse.

Return to Oswald at the Ziggurat Encampment.

Hand over the Hammer of Kamasa to complete the quest.

Step 5: Unlock the Reforging Bench

After completing the quest, the Reforging Bench will appear next to the Salvage Bench in every encampment.

This persists through all Acts and the Endgame.

How to Use the Reforging Bench

Step 1: Interact with the Bench

Locate the Reforging Bench in any encampment.

Click on it to open the Reforging menu.

Step 2: Select Three Identical Items

Place three copies of the same item type into the bottom slots.

These can include:

Weapons

Armor

Currencies

Waystones

Runes

Step 3: Reforge the Items

Click the "Reforge" button.

The three input items will be destroyed.

A new or upgraded item will appear in the output slot.

Step 4: Collect Your New Item

Pick up the reformed item and continue your adventure.

Why Use the Reforging Bench?

Recycle Duplicates - Instead of selling extra items, combine them for better results.

Upgrade Gear - Get a stronger version of the same item.

Improve Waystones & Runes - Enhance their effects and stats.

With the Reforging Bench, you'll have a powerful tool to refine your gear and push deeper into PoE 2's challenging content. If you have Path of Exile 2 currency and Path of Exile 2 items, you're already in a strong position to craft and upgrade your gear with the Reforging Bench and other crafting systems. Now go forth and forge your path to power!