PoE Bane Build 3.25 – Path of Exile: Settlers of Kalguur
The Bane skill in Path of Exile 3.25 is a powerful chaos-based spell that applies a debuff to enemies in an area, dealing chaos damage over time. When used with linked hex curses, Bane not only applies these curses but also increases the damage and duration of the debuff for each hex applied. This build focuses on maximizing the effectiveness of Bane by combining it with multiple hex curses and enhancing its damage over time potential.
Key Mechanics
Bane
Type: Chaos, Trigger, Spell, AoE, Duration, Hex
Level: 20 (Max)
Cost: 20 Mana
Cast Time: 0.60 sec
Quality: +20%
Requirements: Level 70, 155 Int
Skill Mechanics:
Chaos Damage: Bane deals substantial base chaos damage over time to enemies within its area of effect.
Hex Curses: When linked with hex curses, Bane applies these curses to affected enemies, increasing its debuff’s damage and duration.
Damage Scaling: The skill’s damage is scaled by modifiers to spell damage and chaos damage over time.
Hex Synergy: The more hexes applied, the higher the damage and longer the duration of Bane’s debuff.
Skill Stats:
Base Chaos Damage: 1075.5 per second
Base Duration: 2.00 seconds
Radius: 2.4 metres
More Damage per Curse Applied: 42%
Increased Debuff Duration per Curse Applied: 50%
Increased Curse Effect: 20%
Reduced Curse Effect: 25%
Recommended Curses and Links
To maximize Bane’s potential, it’s crucial to select hex curses that synergize well with the skill. Here are some recommended curses and links:
Despair: Increases chaos damage taken by enemies.
Enfeeble: Reduces damage dealt by enemies.
Temporal Chains: Slows enemies and increases the duration of other debuffs on them.
Punishment: Increases damage taken by enemies when they are hit.
Immortal Call (linked with Cast when Damage Taken)
Conclusion
The Bane build in Path of Exile 3.25 offers a unique playstyle that combines powerful chaos damage over time with the utility of multiple hex curses. By optimizing gear, passive skill tree nodes, and curse selection, players can create a formidable build that excels in both damage output and crowd control. Experiment with different curse combinations and gear setups to find the perfect balance for your playstyle. Embrace the power of Bane and watch as your enemies succumb to its devastating effects!