[2.6] CRIT HoWA BF/ST Raider [13k ES, 60k BF/265k GMP ST DPS, Stun-immune] [4 sec Chayula kill]

"still working ?"

"any ideas how this build will be affected / perform by 2.6 changes?"

With the massive changes to AoE, along with the fact we dont know if breach items will even exist, we shall have to wait.

Hi! sorry for the delay in updating. was waiting for the new tree.

For the BF version:

Yup it's still working. In terms of damage, the new crit mods on the claw tree is a boost to the build. I'll change the tree accordingly once the website gets updated. On Path of Building I'm seeing a damage boost, especially since disemboweling got buffed.

In terms of AoE coverage, it's a general nerf to AoE skills all around. I never actually did invest a single point in AoE clusters before so I dare say the changes shouldn't affect this particular build as much. The increase in radius of BF will offset the nerf to AoE all around and may even cancel it out. I can't say that for sure however as I haven't actually tested the skill yet.

For the ST version:

It's been buffed overall.




Edit: just realised disemboweling got buffed too.

thx invalesco, looking forward to playing this build out over the weekend!

Nice build :)

This build (or something similar) is very appealing but ughhh, using it as a starter feels so daunting considering the awful leveling process without access to proper twink gear. I'd guess the Spec Throw version is slightly less painful to start as considering it's at least possible to grab some early Proj nodes.

should I buy skyfoth for st crit ?

Hey, thanks for making this!


Any chance i could get a peak at your take on a 2.6 skill tree?



Was gonna try a ST version of howa and the new Soul Raker pathing looks so good now.
Having a lot of trouble finding a good path there though.



Did a quick try here


Lose out on int so not sure if it's even worth it.



Primeval Force seem pretty sweet as well but maybe not worth the travel for the crit version.

Do you still feel a crit version for ST is superior to the ele overload one with the 2.6 tree?


Any input is appreciated!

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vileArchon wrote:

thx invalesco, looking forward to playing this build out over the weekend!

You're welcome!

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mortace wrote:

Nice build :)

Thanks!

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mallow wrote:

This build (or something similar) is very appealing but ughhh, using it as a starter feels so daunting considering the awful leveling process without access to proper twink gear. I'd guess the Spec Throw version is slightly less painful to start as considering it's at least possible to grab some early Proj nodes.

Ya I probably wouldn't use it as a starter build without already having the Hands of Thought and Motion claws.

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tranquocquynh wrote:

should I buy skyfoth for st crit ?

Skyforths will probably benefit ST crit a little, but BF not so much. That said, considering how expensive they are: for the small benefit that they provide, its probably not worth it.

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Trade123 wrote:

Hey, thanks for making this!


Any chance i could get a peak at your take on a 2.6 skill tree?



Was gonna try a ST version of howa and the new Soul Raker pathing looks so good now.
Having a lot of trouble finding a good path there though.



Did a quick try here

Spoiler

http://poeplanner.com/AAYAAP8SAAB9W6-VzAHnveaQCs2YbyenK3gZTiqjiiPTIvQaVd-YhMUV9loaoS8OSDbojDYV14au-WPsGAzyYnl_xi5ToSJfaio4pctwUupiRwbTfiT9Rmld8v_eGdekeBEv_MVU_u96xKINjdNvN9SNgWwLFf3BxUMxVmPC7BmK51R1y42_LL_uDvGKMFvawWwI2-e0xcGgj_o1uZ_LokD0-K_r7T9vV20Zkye4ytlbJJ1RRwAGD8Te-GEhmmoRlsHVKwqnMI1-idNiWkz_voo7fL6nrTMFtQHRlwbDM5u1wzoqC6KjEVDQ0ITvAQm42d1IFyY8vnqEX3CDbdCtQdDY1QAAAAAA

Lose out on int so not sure if it's even worth it.



Primeval Force seem pretty sweet as well but maybe not worth the travel for the crit version.

Do you still feel a crit version for ST is superior to the ele overload one with the 2.6 tree?


Any input is appreciated!

You're welcome! Have just updated it. Your pathing is largely similar to mine, just that I took the inner path.

Edit: Ya, I still feel that the crit version is superior especially with the buff to the claw nodes. Primeval Force would be a must-grab for a non-crit version, but won't be worth the travel for a crit version yup.

Hey i'm going to be going the ST build is it fine to level as EK? Haven't played in almost 2 years not sure in the state of leveling atm. Or would Bow be better before i tranisition into ST around 60ish

Cool build btw

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Invalesco wrote:

You're welcome! Have just updated it. Your pathing is largely similar to mine, just that I took the inner path.

Edit: Ya, I still feel that the crit version is superior especially with the buff to the claw nodes. Primeval Force would be a must-grab for a non-crit version, but won't be worth the travel for a crit version yup.

That looks solid!



It makes sense to drop the Primal Spirit path as well if we already drop Charisma.
Bye bye Herald of Thunder and hello Soul Raker!


Thanks a lot for the reply man. Hope you have a good run in Legacy!