Unlocking the Potential of Hexblast Ignite Inquisitor: Your Ultimate POE 3.22 League Starter Build

Path Of Exile 3.26 has finally been confirmed, and Secrets of the Atlas will be officially announced on Friday, June 13. This update is obviously not a small one, and the change log of Path Of Exile 3.26 is enough for every player to study for half an hour. This update will lead players to further explore the secrets of Atlas, and there will also be new currencies and new features to improve the quality of life of players. Let’s have a look at what the updates are. Story Although most players may not care much about the plot of the game for this type of game, the plot of Path of Exile 1 is still quite interesting, and the plot of Secrets of the Atlas is related to the content of the endgame changes. Because of threads of memory, cracks appeared in Atlas. Cartographer Zana is trapped inside, and her memory makes the monsters in the map more dangerous. You will work with a man who is investigating everything, Eagon, to enter the distorted area and find Zana. In these distorted areas, monsters are injected with Memory Petals, and players can collect Memory Petals by killing monsters to get unique abilities. Currently known abilities are: Memory of Disbelief: Affected monsters only drop valuable items such as POE currency and maps, and no longer drop equipment. Memory of Panic: Monsters can be reborn once after death, and you can get double XP and loot. Memory of Impatience: You can absorb the souls of surrounding enemies, giving you temporary enhancements. Your exploration in these maps will eventually get three clues leading to Zana, and at the end of each clue, there will be a new pinnacle boss waiting for you. Mercenaries Mercenaries are a new feature of Path Of Exile 3.26. Single players finally don’t have to fight alone anymore! These veterans come from the cities of Trarthus. They are a bit like the exiles in POE 2, but although they have skills, they have a completely different skill tree from the player. They will appear in various areas in Wraeclast, waiting to provide a little help to anyone. If you want to hire these people, you have to meet their challenges. They are unwilling to work under people who are inferior to them. You can only hire them after you defeat them. You also have other options, asking them to hand over their things or simply ask them to get out of the way. Mercenaries have strengths and weaknesses, and some of them can’t help you at all. Some mercenaries you need to be careful of, they come from the four major death-trade families in Trarthus, and they also carry Infamous modifiers. You can recruit three mercenaries, but you can only take one of them in battle. Mercenaries challenge league has set up 40 Mercenaries challenges. After completing the challenge, you can get Watcher’s Wrath Armour Set and Mercenaries Totem Pole decoration. New Items POE always adds some new unique items or new currency with each update, and this time is no exception. The new content of Path Of Exile 3.26 is roughly as follows: Focused Channelling (Support Gem): When supporting a spell cast by yourself, the longer the casting time, the higher the cost and the higher the damage of the supported skills. Minions’ skills are not affected. Shaper’s Exalted Orb: Similar to POE Exalted Orbs, use this currency to add Shaper influence and a new Shaper modifier to a rare item. Elder’s Exalted Orb: Use this currency to add Elder influence and a new Elder modifier to a Rare item. Orb of Remembrance: It can randomly Memory Strands on common equipment. Orb of Unravelling: It can upgrade the level of explicit modifiers by consuming all Memory Strands on an item. Orb of Intention: This modifies maps affected by memory, causing items found to have more Memory Strands, but to drop fewer items. Added 5 new Divination Cards and over 20 new unique items, some of which come from mercenaries and new pinnacle bosses. New Features Pause You can now pause the game almost anywhere, but you can’t pause during some pinnacle bosses because of their powerful power interfering with time. New Storage System Each map now has its own inventory. Some players will make a lot of maps at once and then start farming them, while others will make a single map and then farm it. The new Storage System is, of course good for both play styles, and it can reduce the time wasted by players sorting out their inventory. Automatic Collection Of Breach Splinters You no longer have to specifically collect Breach Splinters, as Breach Splinters dropped during combat will now self-collect and drop to your current location when active. If you are in a party, it will randomly assign Breach Splinters, and you will see a notification above your character whenever a Breach Splinter is collected. Settlers You can recruit settlers to open up ore for you and transport them to the port., you will not only receive rewards, but also a new passive skill tree mechanic, Runegrafts. There is a lot more to come in Path of Exile 3.26, including adjustments to unique items and atlases. This is an exciting update, and let’s wait until June 13 to see the details.

If you’re a fan of both games in Path of Exile series, you’ve been busy lately! You were originally only focused on POE 2 Dawn of the Hunt league, but the first game’s 3.26 new league was recently announced to be launched soon. The league is named Secrets of the Atlas and is expected to be launched on June 13. Although more information will be announced at the press conference on June 5, some news about 3.26’s new features and mechanics have been leaked, and the most popular one is undoubtedly the addition of the pause function. Based on this, we will introduce you to the information related to this feature and speculate on how it may affect the entire game after the launch of POE 3.26. How Will The Pause Function Work? Unlike the combat elements in casual games, in ARPGs like Path of Exile series, combat is the main source of your character’s survival and the core gameplay of the game. Therefore, it is normal for a virtual battle to take more than ten minutes. The higher the difficulty of the battle, the longer it takes. But this is likely to cause real-life problems, such as when someone knocks on the door while you are fighting, or you receive an important call that you have to answer. If you ignore it and focus on the game, you may miss the instant message, but if you leave the battle, your character will be killed and you will lose XP and POE currency you have earned. Obviously, the new pause function was born to solve this problem. To be honest, there is nothing to explain in terms of mechanism. It just allows you to pause the game in battle to solve real-life problems. Or you can also utilize this function to unlock more skill points for “temporary” upgrades during the battle to win more safely. This Function Is Not Original Considering the characteristics of ARPG, there should be other games on the market that have added similar pause functions, including even Path of Exile’s own sequel. The pause function was added to the game when POE 2 was first released in December last year. Perhaps because it was well received by players, the development team decided to add it to 3.26 league after half a year. But if you have played POE 1 before, you should have found that it also had an automatic pause function. When you open any full-screen menu in the game, or when there is an uncontrollable accident such as network delay, the battle will automatically pause to prevent you from suffering losses. However, in order to prevent players from exploiting this loophole, such as trying to find more safe areas in the battle by repeatedly pausing so that the challenge of the battle is weakened, the game will not automatically pause when you fight a pinnacle boss or other difficult battles in Path of Exile. Impact On Gameplay Whether it is automatic pause or passive pause caused by your operation, the key issue is still “randomness”. It is not ruled out that you will encounter situations where you have to pause the battle due to accidents, but if you abuse the pause, it will undoubtedly destroy the balance and playability of the game. Since 3.26 has not yet been launched, more details about the pause function may have to wait until the press conference to know. But in fact, according to the setting of automatic pause, it can be inferred that the development team will probably consider the problems you can think of. The problem of possible abuse of the pause function should be solved by adding no-pause zones like automatic pause, or setting a maximum number of pauses for simple battles. After all, in general, the pause function is still necessary. To be honest, as an ARPG player, you should also understand the feature of long game battles, so it is best to arrange your game time reasonably based on the pause function to ensure that you will not be disturbed by the outside world when entering the battle, especially the difficult boss battle. Read More: What Exactly Does Path Of Exile Have In Content For The 3.26 Expansion: Secrets Of The Atlas? Noteworthy 3.26 Endgame Changes Based on the trailers that have been released and the names of the new leagues, it can be inferred that the endgame changes of 3.26 will focus on Atlas and the map device. For example, you can reroll elder and conqueror guardian maps through Orbs of Horizon, or change the guardians on the area and map device. In addition, a new inventory grid will be added to the map device to facilitate the placement of areas you want to explore in order. The Connection Between POE 1/2 As games belonging to the same series, the continuity of the main story of Path of Exile is not very strong, so the connection between the two games is not close from the perspective of the plot. But there are many connections between other elements. Whether it is the setting and selection of classes, the way of fighting, or the currency and trading system, there are many similarities between Path of Exile 1 and 2. Of course, in order to ensure their respective playability, they also have some exclusive gameplay. However, from a practical point of view, without affecting the independence of the game, the two games can completely introduce the basic functions that each other has, just like POE 2 pause function introduced by 3.26 this time. As for POE 2, which is being improved, the first game has more places to learn from after more than ten years of development. If POE 2 wants to launch the official version as soon as possible, learning from 1 is an indispensable learning process. In any case, from 3.26 League and the upcoming release of POE 2 patch 0.2.1, it can be seen that the entire Path of Exile series is moving forward steadily and is bound to occupy a more important position in ARPG market in the future.

The resurgence of the Blast from the Past event in Path of Exile's 3.22 league brings back the iconic Kalandra mechanics, promising a whirlwind of unique challenges and rewards. In this comprehensive guide, we dissect the Tablet Mechanic and delve into the exclusive Kalandra Jewelry, providing a roadmap for maximizing your rewards in the second November event. Understanding Kalandra Mechanics from the 3.19 Patch Kalandra, once released in a lackluster state, underwent significant changes in the 3.19 patch. Initial issues, such as loot distribution favoring magic monsters and player dissatisfaction, led to a shaky start. However, the league-specific nodes in the Lake of Kalandra hold valuable rewards, especially when battling map bosses and encountering rare drops. A learning curve in understanding loot placements and a shift from magic to rare monsters contributed to the league's eventual profitability. 1. Tablet Mechanic in PoE Kalandra League The Tablet Mechanic is a core element of the Kalandra League, and understanding its nuances is crucial for successful runs. Each zone in the game houses a Kalandra interactable tablet, with different layouts offering varying challenges and rewards. Here's a quick overview: How To Avoid A Bad Tablet? Identifying a bad tablet is key to optimizing your runs. Characteristics of a bad tablet include a Reflection of Tyranny node with four notches, indicating a higher chance of undesirable rewards. Ideal tablets should follow a 'snake' layout, avoiding branching paths. How To Get A Good Tablet? Creating an effective tablet involves focusing on more notches for rarer loot types and positioning the tablet further from the entrance for higher quantity of loot. Rare tiles, like Reflection of Paradise and Reflection of Kalandra, offer exceptional rewards. Aiming for a 5x5 layout enhances the overall path length and loot quality. Tablet Optimization - Special Tiles and 'Swap' Strategy Unlocking special abilities like Reroll, Skip, and Exile significantly improves tablet options. Banning specific nodes, especially those associated with defeating packs of infested creatures, enhances the chance of encountering rarer tiles. Swap a Reflection with another Reflection can be strategically used to 'waste' a move. Tablet Building For Kalandra League Start Initiating your Kalandra journey requires unlocking all three Exiles/Bans for a significant multiplier in good options. Prioritize bans by completing tiles at difficulty 8 and above, particularly focusing on Legion and Beyond tiles. Reroll and skip unlocks are beneficial but less essential. Additional Tips: - Utilize the option to convert a water tile into an empty tile strategically. - Early in rolling, if a 4x5 tablet appears, consider using the rare "Destroy This Tablet" option for a chance at a superior 5x5 tablet. 2. Kalandra Exclusive Jewellery (Reflecting Mists) The Kalandra-exclusive jewelry and Reflecting Mists stand as major rewards in the league. Understanding the RNG Reflecting Mist and the highly coveted Ethereal Reflecting Mist is crucial for maximizing benefits. RNG Reflecting Mist While the RNG Reflecting Mist tends to be lackluster in most cases, occasionally, it yields exceptional items. The rarity of this mist makes it akin to opening stacked decks, with the potential for god-tier items. Noteworthy is the possibility of obtaining Kalandra-exclusive bases through the RNG Reflecting Mist. Ethereal Reflecting Mist - The Jackpot The Ethereal Reflecting Mist offers unparalleled crafting potential by allowing players to choose the item for reflection. This enables the creation of items with more synergistic modifiers, and it can even 'flip' certain modifiers into negative values. While extremely rare, its impact on crafting is comparable to Hinekora's Lock. Valuable Insight: - The magnitude of the Ethereal Reflecting Mist scales with the difficulty of the tile, making higher difficulty tiles immensely valuable. 3. Best Strategy For Blast From the Past Kalandra (Trade Only) For those engaging in trade, a proven strategy from the 3.19 Kalandra league remains effective for the Blast From the Past event: - Purchase tiles, especially those lacking premium options, for a specific tile type. - Run the entire tablet, with POE currency drops covering costs. - RNG Reflecting Mists obtained during these runs can yield drops equivalent to 1+ mirror shard in value. Kalandra Tip: - Fast mapping synergizes well with Kalandra, maximizing in-map Kalandra events per hour. In conclusion, navigating the Blast from the Past event's Kalandra mechanics demands a blend of strategic tablet building, insightful use of Reflecting Mists, and a touch of trade expertise. Whether you're a veteran of the Kalandra League or stepping into its challenges for the first time, this guide equips you with the knowledge needed to triumph in the 3.22 league.

For those who relish chaos, crave devastation, and dare to dance on the edge of danger in Path of Exile, Suzu520's Herald of Ice Wormblaster build is a revelation. This unique and audacious build unleashes the power of worms in a symphony of destruction. So, prepare your POE currency and embark on this exhilarating journey into the unknown. Introducing Suzu520's Herald of Ice Wormblaster for POE 3.22 If you've never encountered a worm-based build before, this is your opportunity to delve into the extraordinary world of Suzu520's Herald of Ice Wormblaster. This audacious build defies convention and promises an experience like no other in Path of Exile. How Does It Work? At the heart of this build lies the enigmatic worm. Each flask slot is occupied by a Writhing Jar, a vessel that releases two tiny worms upon use. These worms, though enemies, interact with on-hit and on-kill effects. The secret to this build's success lies in the Mother's Embrace belt, which acts as a nurturing guardian for these wormy minions. Whenever you summon minions, they partake in the essence of all five flasks simultaneously, spawning multiple worms. For example, summoning a single skeleton can lead to the creation of ten worms. With a setup of four skeletons, you can unleash an army of 40 worms. But what's the purpose of this wriggling assembly? Just as a good mother protects her offspring, we detonate them. The Tattoo of Arohongui Warmonger is the key. This tattoo has a chance to shatter slain enemies. By accumulating a sufficient number of these tattoos, you can achieve a 100% chance to shatter on kill. Suzu520 discovered an explosive synergy between these tattoos and the Herald of Ice skill. When active, the Herald of Ice causes Shattered enemies to explode. This means you can create a legion of worms and trigger a chain reaction of 40 explosions by simply stepping on them. Offensive Strategies Ensuring your flasks don't run dry is essential to this build's success. To maintain flask charges, Suzu520 has harnessed the power of the Soul of Ryslatha Pantheon option. It provides three flask charges every three seconds, provided you haven't used a flask recently. The beauty of this strategy is that your minions use the flasks, ensuring charge recovery remains uninterrupted. This build also invests in charge gain by selecting specific passive clusters, such as "2 Flask Charges Gained" and "1 Careful Conservationist." Cluster jewels, like Mender's Wellspring, further enhance charge recovery. As a result, Suzu's build regenerates an impressive 17.5 flask charges every three seconds, enabling a continuous stream of worms. However, the real challenge is scaling damage. Herald of Ice explosions do not benefit from spell damage scaling, requiring creative solutions. Generic Damage, Elemental Damage, and Critical Strikes are your pathways to success. Suzu has identified several unique items that significantly boost the build. The Annihilating Light triples elemental damage at the cost of resistances, a trade-off well worth it for the damage increase. Calamitous Visions, a unique jewel providing the Lone Messenger keystone, contributes a substantial 100% damage boost to the Herald of Ice. While this prevents the use of other Heralds, it's a minimal sacrifice. The Heatshiver helm allows the use of cold damage to deal fire damage, adding an extra layer of scaling. To maximize cold damage, the Cold Mastery debuff is utilized. It causes enemies you shatter to spread Frost, increasing the cold damage they receive. The Bonechill Support further elevates the cold damage by enhancing the debuff. In tandem with a well-structured curse setup, your damage output reaches formidable levels. The Complex World of Critical Strikes This is where the build becomes pricier and more complex. Suzu employs three Voices jewels, allowing for extensive customization of the passive tree. The build focuses on Self-Fulfilling Prophecy, which grants critical strike chance to Heralds. These costly clusters also provide an opportunity to enhance your area of effect, which would otherwise be limited. Notably, Herald of Ice does not expand further as its gem levels increase. The piece de resistance of this intricate structure is a unique jewel known as "Impossible Escape." It enables the allocation of passives in the vicinity of a particular keystone without the need for direct pathing. In this case, Suzu incorporates the Elegant Hubris timeless jewel, which dramatically alters the nearby passive nodes. Elegant Hubris transforms these notables into a 10% generic damage boost per frenzy charge or power charge. By acquiring all these notables, the build achieves a colossal damage increase, approximately 440% more damage. Furthermore, Pain Attunement is converted into Supreme Ostentation, which allows the disregard of attribute requirements on gear. To maximize this, small passive allocations are directed toward tattoos instead of attributes. A Fragile Yet Potent Defense In this audacious build, your most robust defense is to shed your fear. Fear is the mind-killer, the little-death that leads to obliteration. The key to surviving lies in releasing fear and allowing it to pass through you. A portal, linked to Cast on Death, is your final safeguard. Suzu520 has crafted a meme glass cannon build, renowned for its immense power and minimal survivability. As Suzu humorously states, "With great power comes no survivability." However, the immense damage output is undeniable. With skilled evasion and dodging, it's entirely possible to defeat Uber Bosses with nothing but your army of worms and your tactical wit. In the world of Path of Exile, Suzu520's Herald of Ice Wormblaster build is a testament to the creative and daring spirit of the player community. While it may not be the most conventional approach, it certainly offers a thrilling and unique gameplay experience.