The Mirror of Kalandra is the ultimate rare currency in Path of Exile, prized for its ability to create an exact duplicate of a rare (non-unique, non-corrupted) item, preserving all stats but preventing any further modification of the duplicated item. For beginners, understanding how to use and obtain it is crucial due to its rarity and value — much like knowing how to maximize poe 2 currency in the upcoming sequel.

To use the Mirror, simply right-click it in your inventory, then left-click the item you want to mirror. This action consumes the Mirror to produce a perfect copy of that item labeled as "Mirrored." Because the copy cannot be altered afterward, it's best to mirror items that are near-perfect or final versions, typically powerful rare gear intended for endgame builds.

Obtaining a Mirror of Kalandra is extremely challenging, as its drop rate is incredibly low. It can drop anywhere from enemies, especially in high-tier maps, endgame bosses, or certain league mechanics that boost item rarity or quantity. Common farming targets include content like the Trial of Chaos, Simulacrum, and bosses such as the Trialmaster or Xyclucian the Chimera. Using modifiers that increase item rarity can slightly improve the chances of a drop, though luck remains the primary factor.

An alternate way to obtain a Mirror is through trading. Given its high value—often worth hundreds or thousands of Divine Orbs—many players opt to buy Mirrors rather than farm them. Selling a mirrored copy of a valuable item can also yield significant currency, just as some traders prefer to buy poe 2 currency to fast-track their builds in new leagues.

For beginners, the key advice is to:

• Focus on farming endgame content with high item rarity to increase drop odds.

• Only use Mirrors on items you consider perfect or close to perfect since the mirrored item becomes locked from further crafting.

• Consider the economy and trading opportunities, as sometimes purchasing a Mirror or selling mirrored items is more efficient than farming.

The Mirror of Kalandra represents both a pinnacle of rarity and a unique crafting tool in Path of Exile. Beginners should respect its scarcity, use it wisely for duplicating only top-tier items, and either prepare for long-term farming or engage in trading to access this legendary currency.