[1.2.0] Ice Pierce Crit Ranger

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pxf31 wrote:

Can I skip using auras? I find that the mana cost is simply too high and I don't have a mana gem.

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SEOINAGE wrote:

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pxf31 wrote:

Can I skip using auras? I find that the mana cost is simply too high and I don't have a mana gem.

I leveled using a low level clarity. Didn't need a damage boost until merciless, but I also used a lvl 31 bow, death's harp until lvl 68. If you upgraded to a nice bow earlier on you likely could get away without a damage aura.

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pxf31 wrote:

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SEOINAGE wrote:

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pxf31 wrote:

Can I skip using auras? I find that the mana cost is simply too high and I don't have a mana gem.

I leveled using a low level clarity. Didn't need a damage boost until merciless, but I also used a lvl 31 bow, death's harp until lvl 68. If you upgraded to a nice bow earlier on you likely could get away without a damage aura.

Thanks! What kind of damage boost did you undertake for merciless?

And also, what do you think about the passive node, "Iron Reflexes"? Is it necessary to be able to survive endgame content?

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trentjaspar wrote:

Hi, Kirielis (and others). Thanks for the build. This is my first PoE char and I'm enjoying the build. I'm leaning toward the "dex monkey" variant, with acro/phase acro instead of crit, Burning Arrow over Frenzy (although I'm leveling a Frenzy on the side), no Blood Magic passive (will seek to get it as a gem eventually).

At level 27, mana is a bit of a problem if I use Ice Shot, so I'm usually using Split Arrow. I have (and am leveling) a Hatred, but I have *way* too little mana to use it. I have a WED gem (linked to B. Arrow) but I'm running into the STR req.

So my question(s):
- Should I continue to plug away at my build using Split Arrow primarily, until I get a Reduced Mana gem or find some other way to address mana issues, like get a decent bow? Or could I put a few passive points into, say, Primal Spirit (and the req. 8% mana node) and/or Charisma (with associated aura and INT nodes)? In other words, will I regret those choices later (and respec them)?
- Related to this, I found a Raise Zombie gem early and a Minion Resistance support, so I have a need for INT as well. I really like the meat shields.
- Another possibility is to side with Alira (mana) instead of Oak (life). [I just killed Kraityn]. I forego some survivability, but I've gained some by de-emphasizing crit and, well, my play-style is pretty cautious (haven't died yet).
- In getting Aspect of the Eagle, do you recommend two 15% bow damage nodes, or two 6%dmg/2%atkspeed nodes? I was thinking the damage nodes.
- I'm solo only, and am not planning on entering the world of trading (huge learning curve, and don't want to get ripped off). In other words, I can't just "obtain" a certain weapon or gem at will. Never even seen a unique. So factor that in if necessary.
- For "Intruders in Black" reward, would you have suggested LMP or Pierce? I already made my choice, but just curious.

Thanks for reading!

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SEOINAGE wrote:

Use a low level clarity aura if needed, add some mana regen from gear and passives if you want, I used split arrow till lvl 31. If you take those nodes out later when you don't need them that is fine, if it helps things be more smooth as you level it will be worth it.

Don't side with alira in normal, that mana won't help much when auras reserve a percent, life is a superior reward.

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Hello, following your build atm I was considering buying a Devoto's Devotion helmet, seems pretty good ? Cany o confirm it ? :D already got a 5L Lioneye so no worry about the weapon, gonna buy a 5l Carcass Jack for the chest and we'll see for the rest.

I do have another question tho, why do you not take more power charge on the build, to you have anoug crit with only 3 ?

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- could I put a few passive points into, say, Primal Spirit (and the req. 8% mana node) and/or Charisma (with associated aura and INT nodes)? In other words, will I regret those choices later (and respec them)?

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- In getting Aspect of the Eagle, do you recommend two 15% bow damage nodes, or two 6%dmg/2%atkspeed nodes? I was thinking the damage nodes.

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- For "Intruders in Black" reward, would you have suggested LMP or Pierce? I already made my choice, but just curious.

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I think Kirielis said that mana regen items don't work for Ice Shot, but maybe I'll take some of those other mana/int nodes.