Trial Mechanics Explained

Trial of the Sekhemas

Similar to Path of Exile 2 Currency PoE 1's Sanctum League
You must maintain your Honor (unique resource)
Any hit reduces Honor, regardless of damage
Reaching 0 Honor = instant death
Strategy: Prioritize to buy POE 2 Currency ranged skills, mobility, and avoidance

Trial of Chaos

Roguelike dungeon with stacking affliction mods
Each room introduces new modifiers (randomized)
Bad affliction combos = brutal difficulty spikes
Strategy: Building flexibility is key- adapt to mods and plan carefully

Summary: All 8 Ascendancy Points

1–2: Trial of the Sekhemas (Act 2–3), Djinn Barya (base) Campaign
3–4: Trial of Chaos (Act 3), Inscribed Ultimatum (base) Campaign
5–6: High-Level Sekhemas or Chaos, Djinn Barya (Lv 60+) / Ultimatum(Lv 75+) Mid-endgame
7–8: Very High-Level Sekhemas or Chaos, Djinn Barya (Lv 75+) /Ultimatum (Lv 75+) Trialmaster boss fight

Final Tips

Save your Level 75+ Djinns/Ultimatums for when you're confident in your build.
Practice lower trials to get a feel for each system's quirks and hazards.
You don't have to buy POE2 Currency complete both trial types for all 8 points- mix and match depending on your build and comfort.