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Path of Exile 2: How to Get Hand of Wisdom and Action (HoWA)

by Madison Mar 19,2025

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The Hand of Wisdom and Action Furtive Wraps are highly sought-after unique gloves in Path of Exile 2, prized for their ability to significantly boost various builds. Their rarity makes acquiring them a challenge. This guide outlines how to obtain this coveted item.

How to Get Hand of Wisdom and Action Furtive Wraps in PoE 2

The Hand of Wisdom and Action (often shortened to HoWA) is a unique glove dropped by Xesht, We That Are One, the challenging pinnacle Breach boss. You'll find Xesht within the Twisted Domain, accessible via a Realmgate on the Atlas using a Breachstone.

The Realmgate is conveniently located near the Atlas's starting point. Simply click the home icon on the Atlas to easily locate it.

Alternatively, you can try your luck on the official Path of Exile 2 trading website. Be prepared for a significant investment, as even poorly rolled HoWA gloves command a high price in multiple Divines.

How to Obtain a Breachstone in PoE 2

There are two methods for acquiring a Breachstone:

  • Combine Breach Splinters: Gather 300 Breach Splinters by farming Breach map nodes on the Atlas. While relatively common drops, accumulating 300 requires considerable effort. Combine them into a single stack to create a Breachstone.
  • Currency Exchange: Purchase Breachstones (or Splinters) from Alva via the in-game Currency Exchange. Expect to pay around 50-60 Exalted Orbs, although prices fluctuate based on market conditions.

For optimal HoWA performance, aim for rolls of at least 4% Attack Speed per 25 Dexterity, 1-12 Lightning Damage per 10 Intelligence, and two rune socket slots. Achieving these perfect rolls typically requires using a Vaal Orb.

Can You Use Orb of Chance to Get Hand of Wisdom and Action?

Unfortunately, no. The Hand of Wisdom and Action is a unique drop exclusive to Xesht, not part of the standard loot pool (unlike items such as Astramentis, Headhunter, or Polcirkeln). Therefore, using an Orb of Chance on White Furtive Wraps will not yield this specific item.