Intro & build description
This is not your average Arc build. This build is converting lightning damage into cold and fire which allows for spreading burns and shattering enemies. I would consider this a more interesting version of the regular arc which can be a great league starter in the upcoming Crucible league.
Build Pros
- Fast clear speed
- Budget-friendly
- League starter
- Straightforward gameplay
Build Cons
- Can't do all map mods (Elemental Reflect)
Passive tree(s) and Path of Building
Full Build PoB LinkBandits
Bandits Quest Choice |
Kill all bandits |
Ascendancy skill points
Labyrinths | Skill point choice |
---|---|
Labyrinth 1 | Shaper of Storms |
Labyrinth 2 | Mastermind of Discord |
Labyrinth 3 | Shaper of Flames |
Endgame Labyrinth | Heart of Destruction |

Skill gem setup
Helm
Tempest Shield
Herald of Thunder
Determination
Malevolence
Body Armor
Vaal Arc
Ignite Proliferation Support
Deadly Ailments Support
Burning Damage Support
Swift Affliction Support
Cold to Fire Support
Gloves
Hatred
Increased Duration Support
Inspiration Support
Divine Blessing Support
Boots
Vaal Molten Shell
Cast when Damage Taken Support
Increased Duration Support
Combust
2h Weapon
None
1h Weapon
Elemental Weakness
Arcanist Brand Support
Flame Surge
Offhand weapon / shield
Flame Dash
Vitality
Combustion Support
Build uniques / Example rare gear
Tip: Click on the item to view it on PoE Wiki or to view similar rare items in poe.tradeHelmet
The Devouring DiademThe most expensive item of the build which helps with reservation efficiency and survivability due to Feast of Flesh triggers. Overall amazing help to include in this build.
Use any rare help with life and resistances until you save up/come by the The Devouring Diadem.
Left Ring
Call of the BrotherhoodMandatory ring to convert elemental damage. We use two rings in both slots.
Amulet
Rare AmuletRare amulet with high life, elemental resistances and +% to damage over time multiplier for dot damage.
If you are lacking some stats, amulet is a good piece to get some missing attributes.
Belt
Immortal Flesh1Hand Weapon
Rare SceptreRare sceptre with cast speed, fire or lightning damage and +1 to level of all lightning spell skill gems.
Offhand
Rare ShieldRare shield with life, elemental resistances. % of life recovery on block is a great defensive mod to consider on the shield.
Jewel
Rare Jewels1) Increased maximum life
2) Fire damage over time multiplier
3) Lightning damage
4) Elemental resistances
Flask
Flask Setup1) Alarmed Divine Life Flask of Sealing
2) Masochist’s Granite Flask of the Plover
3) Brewer’s Jade Flask of the Ibex
4) Abundant Quicksilver Flask of the Tortoise
5) Atziri’s Promise