PoE Kinetic Bolt of Fragmentation Build 3.25 – Path of Exile: Settlers of Kalguur
Kinetic Bolt of Fragmentation is a unique variant of the Kinetic Bolt skill in Path of Exile 3.25, designed to create a dense barrage of projectiles that can strike multiple enemies or hit the same target multiple times. This build takes advantage of the zig-zag projectile pattern and the additional projectiles to maximize damage output and coverage. This guide will cover the key mechanics, recommended gear, passive skill tree, and gameplay strategies for mastering the Kinetic Bolt of Fragmentation build.
Key Mechanics
Kinetic Bolt of Fragmentation
Type: Attack, Projectile
Level: 20 (Max)
Cost: 9 Mana
Attack Speed: 115% of base
Attack Damage: 85% of base
Effectiveness of Added Damage: 85%
Quality: +20%
Requirements: Level 70, 155 Int
Skill Mechanics:
Projectile Path: Fires a projectile from your wand that changes direction in a zig-zag pattern at regular intervals or upon hitting enemies.
Secondary Projectiles: Each time the projectile changes direction, a secondary projectile breaks off, flying in the direction it changed away from. Multiple projectiles can hit the same target.
Direction Changes: The projectile changes direction 3 times.
Elemental Damage with Attacks: Increases elemental damage dealt by Kinetic Bolt.
Inspiration: Reduces mana cost and increases elemental damage.
Increased Critical Strikes: Boosts critical strike chance for more powerful hits.
Chain: Allows projectiles to chain between enemies, increasing the number of hits.
Link Setup:
Kinetic Bolt of Fragmentation – Greater Multiple Projectiles, Added Cold Damage, Elemental Damage with Attacks, Inspiration, Increased Critical Strikes, Chain.
Gear Recommendations
Weapons:
Wands: Focus on increased spell damage, elemental damage, cast speed, and critical strike chance to enhance Kinetic Bolt’s power.
Armor:
Chest Armor: Prioritize increased maximum life, resistances, and spell damage.
Helm, Gloves, Boots: Look for increased life, resistances, and energy shield.
Jewelry:
Amulet and Rings: Aim for increased elemental damage, spell damage, and resistances.
Flasks:
Utility Flasks: Use flasks that boost damage, provide life recovery, and mitigate damage taken.
Passive Skill Tree
Focus:
Invest in nodes that enhance elemental damage, spell damage, critical strike chance, and multiplier.
Include nodes that increase energy shield and life for better survivability.
Keystones:
Elemental Overload: Increases elemental damage after dealing a critical strike.
Mind Over Matter: Converts a portion of damage taken to mana.
Playstyle and Tips
Positioning: Utilize Kinetic Bolt’s zig-zag pattern to maximize damage output by positioning yourself to hit multiple enemies with each shot.
Critical Hits: Enhance critical strike chance to maximize damage, ensuring each hit is potent.
Damage Management: Stack elemental and spell damage to enhance Kinetic Bolt’s effectiveness.
Survivability: Utilize defensive skills and life/energy shield recovery flasks to manage incoming damage.
Projectile Spread: Use Greater Multiple Projectiles to cover a wider area and hit more enemies.
Example Kinetic Bolt Setup
Kinetic Bolt Link Setup:
Kinetic Bolt of Fragmentation – Greater Multiple Projectiles, Added Cold Damage, Elemental Damage with Attacks, Inspiration, Increased Critical Strikes, Chain.
Defensive Setup:
Discipline (Aura for increased energy shield)
Flame Dash (for mobility)
Immortal Call (linked with Cast when Damage Taken)
Conclusion
The Kinetic Bolt of Fragmentation build in Path of Exile 3.25 offers a dynamic and engaging playstyle that excels in dealing significant damage to multiple enemies. By optimizing gear, passive skill tree nodes, and support gem selection, players can create a highly efficient and potent build. Experiment with different support gems and gear setups to find the perfect balance for your playstyle. Embrace the power of Kinetic Bolt of Fragmentation and dominate the battlefield with its unique zig-zag projectiles and additional hits!