Hey there, fellow Path of Exile adventurers! Today we've diving headfirst into the latest gossip from the 3.23 patch notes - yes, talking about those pesky nerfs. We all grumble a bit when favourite skills get nerfed, but remember, it's all for the greater good (or so they say) to balance the game and spice things up. 

 

• Lightning Arrow and Tornado Shot
• Cam Spirit
• Guardian Ascendancy
• Heat Shiver
• Returning Projectile Support
• Spark
• Sanctum Nerfs
• Honorable Mentions

 

 

↖ Lightning Arrow and Tornado Shot

The Scoop: These beloved skills have gotten a bit of a trim. For the Lightning Arrow and Tornado Shot enthusiasts, it's a little sad, but not a catastrophe. There are still plenty of other fish in the PoE sea to try out or ways to roll with these changes.

 

↖ Cam Spirit

The Lowdown: Kaom's Spirit, a favorite among many, got hit with the nerf bat pretty hard. It's a bit of a shocker, but don't lose hope. There are alternatives like the Rampage gloves that still pack a punch. The movement speed bonus is a bit trickier now, but hey, we're gamers - we adapt!

 

↖ Guardian Ascendancy

Guardians, Brace Yourselves: Changes to nodes like Radiant Crusade and Unwavering Crusade have dimmed some of the Guardian's shine. The nerf to Time of Need is especially noteworthy, making this path a little less shiny.

 

↖ Heat Shiver

Feeling the Cold: HeatShiver nerf from 100% to 30% of cold damage extra as fire against Frozen enemies is a big one. Sure, it's a setback, but it's not a complete game-changer. The item still has its merits, especially for its chilling effect, but it's not the go-to for every build anymore.

 

↖ Returning Projectile Support

Bug or Nerf?: The tweak to Returning Projectile Support, now properly accounting for poison, impacts builds like Poison Lightning Striker. It's a bit of a shake-up for poison-centric builds, but hey, there's always a way around these things.

 

↖ Spark

Spark Slows Down: Spark's projectile speed got slashed by about 90%, which is huge for Spark lovers. This affects not just the poison spark builds but also those focusing on Templar areas. Time to get creative with your build strategies!

 

↖ Sanctum Nerfs

Less Loot, Still Cool: The drop rate reductions for Forbidden Tomes and duplicate reward relics might sting a bit. But, Sanctum is still a great way to score big without diving into the trading market.

 

↖ Honorable Mentions

• Herald of Agony alt quality: Divergent Herald of Agony losing 20% Global chance to poison is a tough one for poison spell casters.
• Accuracy Stackers: A jewel nerf hitting accuracy stackers means a bit less oomph in their attacks.
• Mana Leech Support: Changes here affect Mana stackers with an attack element, tweaking how they gain increased damage and Mana leech.

 

To wrap it up, sure, some of the nerfs in PoE 3.23 seem harsh, but they're also an invitation to mix things up and try new strategies. It's all about rolling with the punches and discovering new favorites. Remember, change keeps the game fresh and exciting, so let's embrace it and keep exploring Wraeclast with gusto.