R.I.P. [2.6] Explosive Arrow - Elementalist Build Guide (multi class + version, in depth theory)

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DokyDok wrote:

When you craft your +3 bow, don't you have a chance to hit the +2 bow gems with your exalt ? I know this method work for a +3 with Bow gems, but never tried with an essance +2 fire gems so I'm curious.

Well I am not really a master crafter. I THINK that you can't get +2 to bow and +2 to fire gems on the same item. Tho I can't say I know this. Also if you do get that it may not even be bad. It might be even better, since the EA gem has both the Fire and Bow tag. The bow would then actually be a +4 instead of +3. :)

can't roll +2bow +2fire: both prefixes take the same slot like +2 fire/ice/light etc.. you can pnly roll +1 and +2

Hey i need some help with the build would be awesome if u could help me abit :)

Hi!

What level can i start using EA? Currently using firestorm. i can prolly buy a 5L bow im at level 30 right now.

Thank you!

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chloris143 wrote:

Hi!

What level can i start using EA? Currently using firestorm. i can prolly buy a 5L bow im at level 30 right now.

Thank you!

You can also use Geofri's Crest as it is essentially a 5 link. However if you can just use a Tabula rasa. That should be enough till early red maps, provided you get good gear in other slots. It will also enable you to not have to link and color the bow for a while.

EA gem scales with levels. Therefore the later you start using it the better. I think that the trees I provide in the "Leveling the Elementalist" spoiler will show you what I think is the optimal path to follow. It also tells you when to respec. You can use these trees and respec as soon as you reach Blood magic + mortal conviction. Go straight for those. Get Elemental equilibrium when you start using EA. You can go in the Duelist area after you start using EA.

I will look at the leveling guide now and update it a bit. You can come check it in a bit and let me know if you are still having problems.

Hi,

First of all the build looks awesome and the videos make it look like tons of fun. I just had a few questions since i am going to start leveling a character for the build. i already have 12 grand spectrums 6l quill koams etc.


1. which class do you recommend berserker or witch?

2. should i be looking for a +3 bow for t15 bosses/guardians

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icedteee wrote:

1. which class do you recommend berserker or witch?

2. should i be looking for a +3 bow for t15 bosses/guardians

1. Witch is easy and overall fun. A safe bet. Marauder I have not tested too much. Only played as much as you can see in the videos (not a lot). You'd need to level with EQ or something if you go Marauder. With the Marauder you will see your life flicker from low life to instant full etc. Marauder also takes more damage, but he also deals the most damage. You DON'T have life regen! Uber traps are not fun. But you can even do reflect maps with the right gear and a tiny bit of caution. Cause of his leech + Vaal pact interaction some crazy things are possible.

If you want easy I think Witch is best. If you want more adventure in SC the Marauder will probably be better. With marauder you also get to experience 2 builds essentially as you level with EQ or...

2. Go with Quill rain. You'll have (more than) enough damage and attack faster.

Either way you'll probably have fun. :)

So I'm working through this build in HC which isn't a huge worry for me. Pool and such seem very high so that's fine. My problem is that the leveling part seems a little wonky to me. I swapped over to EA pretty early possible, currently around lvl 35 with a 4L and a rearguard. I'm only hitting for about 80 on initial and 65-95 on explosion. This seems really low and can't quite figure out why that is. I've spec'd out of the spell damage nodes and im working towards blood magic. Is this just the annoying part of the build?

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Torzha wrote:

So I'm working through this build in HC which isn't a huge worry for me. Pool and such seem very high so that's fine. My problem is that the leveling part seems a little wonky to me. I swapped over to EA pretty early possible, currently around lvl 35 with a 4L and a rearguard. I'm only hitting for about 80 on initial and 65-95 on explosion. This seems really low and can't quite figure out why that is. I've spec'd out of the spell damage nodes and im working towards blood magic. Is this just the annoying part of the build?

You took EA too early. I have helped a guy recently, he specked to EA at lvl 52. You may be able to do that sooner, especially if you have some leveling gear. But level 35 is certainly too low.

Please look at the leveling spoiler. Everything is written in detail. I am providing the leveling tree and all. U should be using something like Firestorm for leveling.

http://pathofexile.gamepedia.com/Explosive_Arrow

Look how the damage scales with levels. The low levels start with bad damage but it picks up a lot in higher levels.

Made this character last week and it's coming along pretty nicely. Once I finish leveling and qualitying up the gems, any suggestions on what the largest upgrade might be next (item wise)?

I don't have much currency left and making money is slow but somewhat steady, so I'm hoping to buy something that would give me the biggest damage increase.

I bought a white opal ring and threw some anger essences at it, but none of them came out remotely decent.

Flask wise, would it be worth buying a Taste of Hate for defenses or maybe a Dying Sun for more damage?