Apex of Ascension

Apex of Ascension

Id	SacrificeRoomIII
Tier	3
Architect	Ahuana, Architect of Ceremonies

Allows you to sacrifice a unique item.

Form sliced through, but born anew.

The Dialog box that appears when you activate the Altar of Sacrifice

Altar of Sacrifice and Ahuana

Apex of Ascension is one of the rooms in the ancient Vaal Temple of Atzoatl that can be obtained by upgrading the Hall of Offerings.

The room contains an Altar of Sacrifice which provides the player with one of two different functions:

• Sacrifice a unique item for another random unique item of the same item class, including items not ordinarily obtainable.
• Transforms unique items found exclusively in the Temple of Atzoatl.

The altar may only be used once per temple.

List of unique upgradable items

See the item article for the specific vial required

• Apep's SlumberApep's Slumber
  Vaal Spirit ShieldQuality: +20%
  Chance to Block: 24%
  Energy Shield: (159-183)
  Movement Speed: -3%Requires Level 62, 159 Int(5-10)% increased Spell DamageAdds (50-55) to (72-80) Chaos Damage
  +(80-100) to maximum Energy Shield
  +25% chance to be Poisoned
  +3% to all maximum Resistances while Poisoned
  Regenerate 80 Energy Shield per Second per Poison on you, up to 400 per second
  Poisons on you expire 50% slowerThe heart grows slow,
  the spirit grows strong.
  
  This item can be transformed on the Altar of Sacrifice along with Vial of Awakening + vial → Apep's SupremacyApep's Supremacy
  Vaal Spirit ShieldQuality: +20%
  Chance to Block: 24%
  Energy Shield: (219-243)
  Movement Speed: -3%Requires Level 62, 159 Int(5-10)% increased Spell DamageAdds (50-55) to (72-80) Chaos Damage
  +(130-150) to maximum Energy Shield
  (30-50)% faster start of Energy Shield Recharge
  You take Chaos Damage instead of Physical Damage from Bleeding
  +25% chance to be Poisoned
  +3% to all maximum Resistances while Poisoned
  Poisons on you expire 50% slowerGive him your body, and your burdens will follow.
• Architect's HandArchitect's Hand
  Ambush MittsQuality: +20%
  Evasion: 97
  Energy Shield: 19Requires Level 45, 35 Dex, 35 Int+(30-40) to Dexterity
  (200-250)% increased Evasion and Energy Shield
  (30-20)% reduced Trap Throwing Speed
  Increases and Reductions to Cast Speed also Apply to Trap Throwing Speed
  (4-6)% chance to throw up to 4 additional TrapsGreat works take time.
  
  This item can be transformed on the Altar of Sacrifice along with Vial of Dominance + vial → Slavedriver's HandSlavedriver's Hand
  Ambush MittsQuality: +20%
  Evasion: (259-299)
  Energy Shield: (51-59)Requires Level 45, 35 Dex, 35 Int+(30-40) to Dexterity
  (200-250)% increased Evasion and Energy Shield
  (30-20)% reduced Trap Throwing Speed
  Skills which throw Traps Cost Life instead of Mana
  Skills used by Traps have (10-20)% increased Area of Effect
  Increases and Reductions to Cast Speed also Apply to Trap Throwing Speed
  10% chance to gain an Endurance, Frenzy or Power Charge when any
  of your Traps are Triggered by an EnemyA plan without a deadline stays a plan.
• Coward's ChainsCoward's Chains
  Chain BeltRequires Level 22+(9-20) to maximum Energy Shield+(10-15) to all Attributes
  (5-10)% increased Movement Speed
  Damage from Enemies Hitting you is Unlucky while you are Cursed with Vulnerability
  You count as on Full Life while you are Cursed with Vulnerability
  You are Cursed with Vulnerability, with 40% increased EffectAs a gift or as punishment,
  the Empire will have your blood.
  
  This item can be transformed on the Altar of Sacrifice along with Vial of Consequence + vial → Coward's LegacyCoward's Legacy
  Chain BeltRequires Level 52+(9-20) to maximum Energy Shield+(15-20) to all Attributes
  (5-10)% increased Movement Speed
  50% increased Effect of Curses on you
  You count as on Low Life while you are Cursed with Vulnerability
  You are Cursed with Vulnerability, with 80% increased EffectDeath is your most important duty.
  Face it, or curse your bloodline for all eternity.
• Dance of the OfferedDance of the Offered
  Carnal BootsQuality: +20%
  Evasion: 118
  Energy Shield: 22Requires Level 55, 52 Dex, 52 Int+(50-60) to maximum Mana
  +(25-30)% to Lightning Resistance
  25% increased Movement Speed
  You have Onslaught while not on Low Mana
  The AgnosticFacing their death,
  the mind of a sacrifice
  retreats into instinct and madness.
  
  This item can be transformed on the Altar of Sacrifice along with Vial of the Ritual + vial → OmeyocanOmeyocan
  Carnal BootsQuality: +20%
  Evasion: 118
  Energy Shield: 22Requires Level 55, 52 Dex, 52 Int(15-20)% increased maximum Mana
  +(25-30)% to Lightning Resistance
  30% increased Movement Speed
  2% chance to Dodge Attack and Spell Hits per 500 Maximum Mana, up to 20%
  You have Onslaught while not on Low Mana
  Lose 7% of Mana per SecondOnly a fool seeks meaning
  in a life so fleeting.
• Mask of the Spirit DrinkerMask of the Spirit Drinker
  Magistrate CrownQuality: +20%
  Armour: 192
  Energy Shield: 37Requires Level 58, 64 Str, 64 Int(140-220)% increased Armour and Energy Shield
  +(30-60) to maximum Energy Shield
  +(80-100) to maximum Life
  Your Energy Shield starts at zero
  Cannot gain Energy Shield
  Regenerate 50 Life per second if you have at least 500 Maximum Energy Shield
  Regenerate 100 Life per second if you have at least 1000 Maximum Energy Shield
  Regenerate 150 Life per second if you have at least 1500 Maximum Energy ShieldOur flesh is our most sacred gift.
  Taint it not with the occult.
  
  This item can be transformed on the Altar of Sacrifice along with Vial of Summoning + vial → Mask of the Stitched DemonMask of the Stitched Demon
  Magistrate CrownQuality: +20%
  Armour: 192
  Energy Shield: (229-253)Requires Level 58, 64 Str, 64 Int+(40-50) to Intelligence
  +(160-180) to maximum Energy Shield
  Strength provides no bonus to Maximum Life
  Intelligence provides no bonus to Maximum Mana
  +1 to Maximum Life per 2 Intelligence
  Your Energy Shield starts at zero
  Cannot gain Energy Shield
  Regenerate 1% of Life per second per 500 Maximum Energy ShieldFrom the flesh of the gods, Xibaqua was born.
  From the carnage of Xibaqua, we were born.
  It is our duty to return to the gods what was once theirs.
• Story of the VaalStory of the Vaal
  Gemstone SwordOne Handed Sword
  Quality: +20%
  Physical Damage: 46.8-99.6
  Critical Strike Chance: 5.00%
  Attacks per Second: (1.43-1.49)
  Weapon Range: 11Requires Level 56, 96 Str, 96 Dex+400 to Accuracy Rating(180-210)% increased Physical Damage
  (10-15)% increased Attack Speed
  50% of Physical Damage from Hits with this Weapon is Converted to a random Element
  Hits with this Weapon always Ignite, Freeze, and Shock
  Hits with this Weapon Freeze Enemies as though dealing (150-200)% more Damage
  Hits with this Weapon Shock Enemies as though dealing (150-200)% more Damage
  Ignites inflicted with this Weapon deal (50-75)% more DamageThrough war we found peace.
  Through death we found advancement.
  Our ancestors did not know where their actions would take them.
  Are we any better?
  
  This item can be transformed on the Altar of Sacrifice along with Vial of Fate + vial → Fate of the VaalFate of the Vaal
  Gemstone SwordOne Handed Sword
  Quality: +20%
  Physical Damage: (117-128.7) to (249-273.9)
  Critical Strike Chance: 5.00%
  Attacks per Second: (1.43-1.49)
  Weapon Range: 11Requires Level 56, 96 Str, 96 Dex+400 to Accuracy Rating(180-210)% increased Physical Damage
  (10-15)% increased Attack Speed
  100% of Physical Damage from Hits with this Weapon is Converted to a random Element
  Hits with this Weapon always Ignite, Freeze, and Shock
  Hits with this Weapon deal (30-60)% increased Damage to Ignited Enemies
  Hits with this Weapon deal (30-60)% increased Damage to Frozen Enemies
  Hits with this Weapon deal (30-60)% increased Damage to Shocked EnemiesDoryani promises immortality, yet we build great structures, carve magnificent works into stone, so a part of us lives onward.
  A sign of faithlessness through action.
• Sacrificial HeartSacrificial Heart
  Paua AmuletRequires Level 32(20-30)% increased Mana Regeneration RateAdds (22-27) to (34-38) Fire Damage
  Adds (20-23) to (31-35) Cold Damage
  Adds (1-3) to (47-52) Lightning Damage
  Gain up to maximum Power Charges when you use a Vaal Skill
  10 Life gained for each Enemy Hit if you have used a Vaal Skill Recently
  10% increased Movement Speed if you have used a Vaal Skill RecentlyThe seed of life, saved and savoured.
  
  This item can be transformed on the Altar of Sacrifice along with Vial of Sacrifice + vial → Zerphi's HeartZerphi's Heart
  Paua AmuletRequires Level 70(20-30)% increased Mana Regeneration RateAdds (48-53) to (58-60) Chaos Damage
  Items and Gems have 50% increased Attribute Requirements
  Chaos Damage can Ignite, Chill and Shock
  Gain Soul Eater for 20 seconds when you use a Vaal SkillWe are incapable of change without sacrifice, for we are both the iron and the forge.
• Soul CatcherSoul Catcher
  Quartz FlaskLasts 4.00 Seconds
  Consumes 30 of 60 Charges on use
  Phasing
  6% chance to Dodge Attack Hits
  6% chance to Dodge Spell HitsRequires Level 27Cannot gain Mana during effect
  Vaal Skills have (80-120)% increased Critical Strike Chance during effect
  Vaal Skills deal (80-120)% increased Damage during effect
  Vaal Skills used during effect have (40-20)% reduced Soul Gain Prevention DurationFreedom is for the privileged, even in death.
  
  This item can be transformed on the Altar of Sacrifice along with Vial of the GhostRight click to drink. Can only hold charges while in belt. Refills as you kill monsters. + vial → Soul RipperSoul Ripper
  Quartz FlaskLasts 4.00 Seconds
  Consumes 30 of (20-150) Charges on use
  Phasing
  6% chance to Dodge Attack Hits
  6% chance to Dodge Spell HitsRequires Level 27+(-40-90) to Maximum Charges
  Loses all Charges when you enter a new area
  Consumes Maximum Charges to use
  Gain Vaal Souls equal to Charges Consumed when used"What care have I for their pain? They're already dead."
  - Atalui, Vaal PriestessRight click to drink. Can only hold charges while in belt. Refills as you kill monsters.
• Tempered FleshTempered Flesh
  Crimson JewelRadius: Medium-1 Strength per 1 Strength on Allocated Passives in Radius
  2% increased Life Recovery Rate per 10 Strength on Allocated Passives in RadiusWe are born raw and untested, and we are shaped by life.
  
  This item can be transformed on the Altar of Sacrifice along with Vial of TranscendencePlace into an allocated jewel socket on the Passive Skill Tree. Right click to remove from the Socket. + vial → Transcendent FleshTranscendent Flesh
  Crimson JewelRadius: Medium-1 Strength per 1 Strength on Allocated Passives in Radius
  +7% to Critical Strike Multiplier per 10 Strength on Unallocated Passives in Radius
  3% increased Life Recovery Rate per 10 Strength on Allocated Passives in Radius
  2% reduced Life Recovery Rate per 10 Strength on Unallocated Passives in RadiusWe are as much shaped by what we do as what is done to us.Place into an allocated jewel socket on the Passive Skill Tree. Right click to remove from the Socket.
• Tempered MindTempered Mind
  Cobalt JewelRadius: Medium-1 Intelligence per 1 Intelligence on Allocated Passives in Radius
  2% increased Mana Recovery Rate per 10 Intelligence on Allocated Passives in RadiusAny thought, no matter how fleeting, changes the thinker.
  
  This item can be transformed on the Altar of Sacrifice along with Vial of TranscendencePlace into an allocated jewel socket on the Passive Skill Tree. Right click to remove from the Socket. + vial → Transcendent MindTranscendent Mind
  Cobalt JewelRadius: Medium-1 Intelligence per 1 Intelligence on Allocated Passives in Radius
  +3% to Damage over Time Multiplier per 10 Intelligence on Unallocated Passives in Radius
  3% increased Mana Recovery Rate per 10 Intelligence on Allocated Passives in Radius
  2% reduced Mana Recovery Rate per 10 Intelligence on Unallocated Passives in RadiusA keen mind sees what others do not, makes connections where others do not, and is dangerous in a way that others are not.Place into an allocated jewel socket on the Passive Skill Tree. Right click to remove from the Socket.
• Tempered SpiritTempered Spirit
  Viridian JewelRadius: Medium-1 Dexterity per 1 Dexterity on Allocated Passives in Radius
  2% increased Movement Speed per 10 Dexterity on Allocated Passives in RadiusThough the body rots, the spirit lives on.
  
  This item can be transformed on the Altar of Sacrifice along with Vial of TranscendencePlace into an allocated jewel socket on the Passive Skill Tree. Right click to remove from the Socket. + vial → Transcendent SpiritTranscendent Spirit
  Viridian JewelRadius: Medium-1 Dexterity per 1 Dexterity on Allocated Passives in Radius
  3% increased Movement Speed per 10 Dexterity on Allocated Passives in Radius
  +125 to Accuracy Rating per 10 Dexterity on Unallocated Passives in Radius
  2% reduced Movement Speed per 10 Dexterity on Unallocated Passives in RadiusTake comfort knowing that, even in death, we may serve our Queen and fuel her empire.Place into an allocated jewel socket on the Passive Skill Tree. Right click to remove from the Socket.

See also

• Prophecy#Fated Uniques: another mechanic to upgrade some uniques
• Blessing: another mechanic to upgrade some uniques

Version history

Version	Changes
3.5.0	Introduced to the game as core mechanics
3.3.0	Introduced to the game as league mechanics