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what about instead of pierce gem and drillneck? isnt it better?	Posted by Tomikxx on Sep 10, 2016, 4:03:38 PM Quote this Post
" Tomikxx wrote: what about instead of pierce gem and drillneck? isnt it better? Drillneck is best in slot for any archer build because of the pierce chance to damage bonus. This is doubly so for a Siege Ballista build since Siege Ballistas always pierce, giving you a straight 100% damage bonus. The Pierce gem used to be a mana-cheap source of additional damage but was changed this patch, making Faster Attacks probably better. So, your'e half-right. Looking forward to trying this build this league, as I had an Iron Commander build last league that I loved and I got an Iron Commander out of the loot pool two nights ago. Be nice to have a fresh take on it! Last edited by Trylobyte on Sep 10, 2016, 4:26:29 PM	Posted by Trylobyte on Sep 10, 2016, 4:25:58 PM Quote this Post
Is rat's nest a superior upgrade to this? I am currently running around on my block/static strike Gladiator and having fun tanking but am looking for an AoE character to roll next. This one interests me because I have the Drillneck already. I also found a Rat's Nest the other day along with Storm Bow so I'm ready to roll! I was just comparing the stats and only difference I can see is the max life mod is not on Rat's Nest. Am I missing something obvious? :( TabSluppins - Pizza guy	Posted by squ1shed on Sep 10, 2016, 4:50:56 PM Quote this Post
" squ1shed wrote: Is rat's nest a superior upgrade to this? I am currently running around on my block/static strike Gladiator and having fun tanking but am looking for an AoE character to roll next. This one interests me because I have the Drillneck already. I also found a Rat's Nest the other day along with Storm Bow so I'm ready to roll! I was just comparing the stats and only difference I can see is the max life mod is not on Rat's Nest. Am I missing something obvious? :( you are missing +dexterity bonus, which is also needed in order to summon more totems and 100 life is really huge, you rather keep this for better survivability question is, how hard is to get 800 dex, i will surely try to get it, using and thanks Trylobyte i forgot it have 100% pierce, so is best and i really dont like evasion, so going to give it a try Last edited by Tomikxx on Sep 10, 2016, 5:21:03 PM	Posted by Tomikxx on Sep 10, 2016, 4:57:36 PM Quote this Post
Ah right, of course. Thanks for the reply! TabSluppins - Pizza guy	Posted by squ1shed on Sep 10, 2016, 5:16:34 PM Quote this Post
" squ1shed wrote: Ah right, of course. Thanks for the reply! but.. i just got this enchant and i think its best for this build Last edited by Tomikxx on Sep 11, 2016, 1:19:28 PM	Posted by Tomikxx on Sep 11, 2016, 1:19:13 PM Quote this Post
Could you post what an ideal setup would be for the poison based build? What equipment//skil nodes would you change? I was thinking the bleed/maim route is really good with noxious strike?	Posted by fi_icgeese on Sep 11, 2016, 5:05:31 PM Quote this Post
I am having massive problems with the Uber-Lab :( How do you survive it? I run around and dodge Izaro a lot, but then I get unlucky and he leaps on me AND it's a one-shot (I'm a Champion)! How can I better improve on my defences? Edit: I am sitting at 5.2k life atm. Last edited by SeeD_MR on Sep 13, 2016, 4:06:35 AM	Posted by SeeD_MR on Sep 13, 2016, 4:05:20 AM Quote this Post
" wabachaw wrote: WORK IN PROGRESS PATCH 2.4 UPDATES Siege Ballista is still extremely strong in the current meta but there have been some minor changes. I will no longer suggest using the support gem pierce because of its increased mana multiplier (110% to 130%) and reduced more damage multiplier (29% to 19%). Instead I am going to be testing out Faster Attacks (115% mana multiplier) and Slower Projectiles (130% mana multiplier but still 29% more projectile damage) some updates have been made, scroll down Showcase Video Iron Commander Discussion/Commentary This post is meant to be a guide for any player interested in playing an Iron Commander build. If you have any questions please ask and I will respond ASAP. primary LINKS Siege Ballista - WED - Added Lightning - Added Cold - Pierce - Increased Critical Strikes Spoiler Frenzy - GMP - PCoC - Curse on Hit - Ele Weakness Spoiler Wrath - Herald of Thunder - Clarity Spoiler secondary LINKS CWDT - Enfeeble - Immortal Call Spoiler Vaal Haste - Vaal Grace - Increased Duration Spoiler Enduring Cry - Ice Golem - Blink Arrow Spoiler My current gear Jewels Ascendancy Although I find myself playing Champion, there are many options for your Ascendancy. Champion: Fortitude - Inspirational Pretty straight forward. Massive damage reduction through permanent fortify and a nice bit of damage/movement speed Assassin: Deadly Infustion - Your choice While I do not think this is what you should do, it is an option. Makes getting crit cap extremely easy. Deadeye: Endless Munitions - Fast and Deadly An additional projectile combined with Far Shot (more damage as projectiles farther) You could drop Rain of Splinters if you use a +1 arrow drillneck potentially netting you another 50-80% increased damage Raider: Avatar of the Slaughter - Rapid Assault Raider makes your frenzy charges crazy efficient. This was actually the first version of the build I played. Its great fun when you have all your charges but the ramp up is a little meh. Ascendant: Deadeye - Assassin This would give you some base crit and an additional projectile also you can hit the 600 dexterity mark a bit easier because of the base stats as Ascendant Leveling: You should begin by using a Storm Cloud unique bow ASAP. You can pretty much use this until you get the Iron Commander at level 32 Level 32 Passives http://poeurl.com/B1W Level 67 Passives http://poeurl.com/CfI Level 85 Passives http://poeurl.com/B12 Level 95 Passives http://poeurl.com/B13 Discussion/Theorycrafting My thoughts on Iron Commander/Siege Ballista I think one of the issues with Iron Commander is that most people immediately think they should be scaling the physical modifier on the bow. However, this scaling is not strong enough and puts too much strain on passives and gear. So because of this I decided to go with Elemental and it has worked out very well. Noteworthy passives Totemic Zeal Totemic Zeal is an amazing cluster for Siege Ballista. The substantial placement speed (45%) is a huge quality of life stat for you. Not to mention the attack speed granted and the duration does come in handy for master missions or maps like Coward's Trial Mana Flows, Druidic Rite and Primal Spirit Can not say enough about these clusters. Between these and a clarity I have double the regen of the cost of a properly 6linked Siege Ballista. All that really matters is being able to place all of your totems without stopping. King of the Hill King of the hill is very good as it provides a little bit of extra defense and nice critical strike chance... but I would not grab this until the 85+ range Profane Chemistry Although you can potentially get another 2-3% maximum life by simply grabbing other life nodes, the 50% increased life recovery from flasks makes your flasks extremely potent. can you please add screen of your tooltip dmg?	Posted by Tomikxx on Sep 13, 2016, 12:04:51 PM Quote this Post
" Tomikxx wrote: can you please add screen of your tooltip dmg? Sure thing. This is as inquisitor with just charges (5 frenzy, 3 power) And this is inquisitor with flasks, charges and vaal haste. twitch.tv/wabachaw	Posted by wabachaw on Sep 14, 2016, 12:56:25 PM Quote this Post