Welcome to our guide on the Spectral Shield Throw build in Path of Exile. If you're looking for a high-damage, pure lightning-based build, then you're in the right place. This build utilizes the special shield-crash note from the crucible, which converts 100% of physical damage to lightning damage and gains 30-50 added lightning damage per 15 energy shield. This makes it a formidable choice for taking down even the toughest enemies.

• PoB Link
• Mandatory Items
• Support Gems
• Passive Tree
• Defensive Stats
• Upgrade Gems
• Conclusion

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↖Mandatory Items

The Emperor's Vigilance shield is a mandatory item for this build. With an increased armour and energy shield modifier of 1000%, it provides excellent protection for your character. You'll also want to use the Doriani's Prototype unique chest piece, which grants armour that applies to lightning damage taken from hits and lightning resistance.

↖Support Gems

The Spectral Shield Throw build is played as a ranged character with Vicious Projectiles, Elemental Damage with Attacks, and Fork support. Vengeance Cascade notable is also utilized to return projectiles to you, and the DeadEye passive increases the chance of additional forks when the projectiles hit terrain. This build also takes the Mark on Hit support, which generates additional shields.

↖Passive Tree

To make the most of this build, you want to get your hit chance as close to 100% as possible. Taking the Tailwind passive for increased movement speed will also be helpful. You'll also want to get your negative lightning resistance as low as possible, which can be achieved by taking the Melding the Flesh, Avenger's Gamble, and Thread of Hope uniques.

↖Defensive Stats

This build needs to be ailment immune, have stun immunity, and have decent life, energy shield, and armour. You'll need to prioritize upgrading your Pantheons, cluster jewels, and Watcher's Eye to maximize the potential of this build.

↖Upgrade Gems

To further optimize your build, it may be worth considering using alternate quality gems and awakened gems. These gems have additional bonuses that can increase your damage output and survivability.

↖Conclusion

The Spectral Shield Throw Poe builds is an excellent choice for players who are looking for a high-damage, pure lightning-based build. With the right items, support gems, and passive skills, you can deal massive amounts of damage while maintaining excellent defense. We hope this guide has been helpful in getting you started on your journey with the Spectral Shield Throw build in Path of Exile.