The Problem: Those who run fractals regularly accumulate several ascended rings, which are essentially useless, as they cannot be sold on the trade post or salvaged. Their only function is to invoke a mocking sense of futility as they take up more and more valuable bank space, or to be sold to an NPC merchant in exchange for 5 silver, which is a travesty and an injustice.
The Solution: Ascended trinkets can be salvaged into 0-3 ectos, 15-30 fractal relics, with a chance of a pristine relic and the infusion (if it’s been infused), depending on the salvage kit used.