Welcome to the grand finale of our PoE 3.23 Top 12 Builds! From the spellbinding Hex Blast Saboteur to the Lightning Strike Trickster, discover the builds that have lit up the new league. These builds have been friendly in Affliction League starters, and combine fun, power, and versatility, so there is definitely one suitable for you.

 

• Top 12: HexBlast Mines Saboteur
• Top 11: Toxic Rain Pathfinder
• Top 10: Nightblade Flicker Strike Raider
• Top 9: Cast On Critical Tornado Shot Deadeye
• Top 8: Super Cyclone Slayer
• Top 7: Frost Blades Trickster
• Top 6: Arc Totem Hierophant
• Top 5: Venom Gyre Deadeye
• Top 4: Bone Shatter Juggernaut
• Top 3: Tornado Shot Deadeye
• Top 2: Mage Skeletons Guardian
• Top 1: Lightning Strike Trickster

 

↖ Top 12: HexBlast Mines Saboteur

 

Pros:

• Power on a Budget: This build shines bright even with low investment. Expect to make bosses vanish with mind-blowing chain reactions.
• Fast & Furious: Speedy and lethal, it's a joy to clear Maps with this build.
• Long-Range Safety: Stay out of harm's way by detonating mines from a distance.

 

Cons:

• Mind the Gameplay: Mines aren't everyone's cup of tea. It takes some getting used to, but the payoff is huge.
• Fragile Frame: This build isn't the tankiest around, so positioning is key.
• Budget & Gear: Starting at around 70 chaos for early endgame, and up to 4 divines for full atlas domination. Mandatory item: Profane Proxy Ring.

 

Ratings:

• Clear Speed: 9/10
• Boss Damage: 9/10
• Survivability: 8/10

 

↖ Top 11: Toxic Rain Pathfinder

 

Pros:

• Easy Starter: Simple to set up and level up.
• Flask Fanatic: With flasks always up, including on bosses, survival is a breeze.
• Beginner-Friendly: Excelling in clear, boss damage, and survivability.

 

Cons:

• Mana Matters: You'll need gear to reduce mana costs.
• Budget & Gear: About 100 chaos for early endgame, rising to around 4 divines for atlas completion. No mandatory uniques.

 

Ratings:

• Clear Speed: 9/10
• Boss Damage: 9/10
• Survivability: 9/10

 

↖ Top 10: Nightblade Flicker Strike Raider

 

Pros:

• All-Rounder: A build that offers it all - speed, damage, and tankiness.
• Thrilling Gameplay: Explosions and flicker strike make for a cool and satisfying playstyle.

 

Cons:

• Pricey Setup: Requires some hefty investment.
• Control is Key: Little control over your character might be tricky in certain boss fights.
• Budget & Gear: A substantial investment of at least 6 divines is necessary. Key items: Farrul's Fur, Yoke of Suffering, and Perseverance Belt.

 

Ratings:

• Clear Speed: 10/10
• Boss Damage: 9/10
• Survivability: 9/10

 

↖ Top 9: Cast On Critical Tornado Shot Deadeye

 

Pros:

• Clear Speed King: Lightning-fast and satisfying, watch ice spears fly from your tornado shots!
• Boss-Busting Power: Capable of immense single-target damage from a safe distance.
• Safety First: Freezes enemies in place, with high evasion, spell suppression, and armor for defense.

 

Cons:

• High Cost, High Reward: Not for budget players, this build requires a significant investment.
• Gear-Specific: Needs particular rare items to shine.
• Budget & Gear: Requires at least 15 divines. Essential items include the Asenath's Mark helmet, Maloney's Mechanism quiver, and two Intuitive Leap jewels.

 

Ratings:

• Clear Speed: 10/10
• Boss Damage: 10/10
• Survivability: 9/10

 

↖ Top 8: Super Cyclone Slayer

 

Pros:

• Blender Mode: Fantastic clear speed, mowing down enemies as you spin.
• Impressive Boss Damage: Quick work of bosses once fully geared.
• Easy to Assemble: No unique items required to get started.

 

Cons:

• Cautious Progression: Leveling needs careful pacing due to proximity to enemies.
• Stun Vulnerability: Until you get Clarity jewels, pick evasion nodes and mastery to help.
• Budget & Gear: Starts at 90 chaos, going up to 6 divines. Key items include evasion nodes and mastery for stun mitigation.

 

Ratings:

• Clear Speed: 10/10
• Boss Damage: 9/10
• Survivability: 8/10

 

↖ Top 7: Frost Blades Trickster

 

Pros:

• Chilly Efficiency: Massive damage with minimal investment.
• Fast and Frosty: Seven frenzy charges and elusive effect for speed.
• Freeze and Ease: Keeps enemies frozen and vulnerable.

 

Cons:

• Close Quarters: Limited range means getting up close and personal with bosses.
• Requires Specific Uniques: Heatshiver helmet and Yoke of Suffering amulet are must-haves.
• Budget & Gear: Affordable, around 80 chaos for early maps, up to 4 divines for full atlas completion.

 

Ratings:

• Clear Speed: 9/10
• Boss Damage: 10/10
• Survivability: 9/10

 

↖ Top 6: Arc Totem Hierophant

 

Pros:

• Budget-Friendly Giant: Cheap and effective, ideal for beginners and currency farming.
• Safe and Fast: Utilizes totems for a risk-free playstyle and quick clear speeds.
• Powerful and Simple: Easy to assemble and execute, perfect for new players.

 

Cons:

• Lacks Evasion/Spell Suppression: But, totem safety compensates for this.
• Playstyle Variance: Some may find it too easy or tedious.
• Budget & Gear: Very affordable, starting around 35 chaos, and scaling up to 3 divines for complete atlas domination. Key items include Soul Mantle armor, Kikazaru ring, and Self-Flagellation jewel.

 

Ratings:

• Clear Speed: 9/10
• Boss Damage: 9/10
• Survivability: 9/10

 

↖ Top 5: Venom Gyre Deadeye

 

Pros:

• All-Rounder: Superb clear speed, boss damage, and survivability.
• Budget King: Doesn't require expensive uniques.
• Easy to Play: Straightforward mechanics, suitable for all skill levels.

 

Cons:

• Chaos Vulnerability: Unless you invest in chaos resistance gear.
• Budget & Gear: Starts at 90 chaos, with a recommended investment of around 4 divines for top-tier performance.

 

Ratings:

• Clear Speed: 10/10
• Boss Damage: 10/10
• Survivability: 9/10

 

↖ Top 4: Bone Shatter Juggernaut

 

Pros:

• Tanky Yet Fast: Incredible armor for survivability without sacrificing speed.
• Powerhouse: Effective against both mobs and bosses.
• Balanced Build: Sustains self-damage from trauma stacks effortlessly.

 

Cons:

• Accuracy Monitoring: Requires maintaining higher accuracy than life for optimal performance.
• Budget & Gear: Affordable, starting from 60 chaos, scaling up to 4 divines for ultimate atlas completion.

 

Ratings:

• Clear Speed: 9/10
• Boss Damage: 9/10
• Survivability: 10/10 (or 20/10, if that were possible!)

 

↖ Top 3: Tornado Shot Deadeye

 

Pros:

• Speed and Strength: Clear maps in under a minute and obliterate bosses in seconds.
• Accessible for All: Simple assembly makes it beginner-friendly.

 

Cons:

• Fragility Factor: While possessing defensive layers, staying at a range is crucial for survival.
• Budget & Gear: Starts from 80 chaos, scaling up to 150 chaos for yellow maps. The 'complete' version needs at least 4 additional divines. Key items include Yoke of Suffering, Lioneye's Fall, and Thread of Hope jewels.

 

Ratings:

• Clear Speed: 10/10
• Boss Damage: 10/10
• Survivability: 8/10

 

↖ Top 2: Mage Skeletons Guardian

 

Pros:

• Tanky Minion Army: Excellent survivability with block, regen, and Sentinel of Radiance.
• Powerful Elemental Minions: New Elemental Relic enhances minion damage.

 

Cons:

• Static Skeletons: Resummoning required for mobility.
• Less Speed, More Safety: Guardian offers less speed but more safety compared to Necromancer.
• Budget & Gear: Quite affordable, starting at around 80 chaos. Key item: Dead Reckoning jewel to turn skeletons into mages.

 

Ratings:

• Clear Speed: 8/10
• Boss Damage: 9/10
• Survivability: 10/10

 

↖ Top 1: Lightning Strike Trickster

 

Pros:

• Electrifying Speed: Seven frenzy charges and elusive effect for rapid movement.
• Lightning Path of Destruction: Lightning Strike creates explosive floor projectiles.

 

Cons:

Elemental Claw Dependence: Requires a good elemental claw for peak performance.

Budget & Gear: Budget-friendly, around 80 chaos to get started. Key item: Yoke of Suffering amulet for enhanced shocking effect.

 

Ratings:

• Clear Speed: 10/10
• Boss Damage: 9/10
• Survivability: 9/10

 

That wraps up our journey through the top 12 builds of PoE 3.22's Trial of the Ancestors league! Which build did you enjoy the most? Drop your experiences and favorites in the comments below. Don’t forget to like and subscribe for more PoE content. Until next time, happy building, and see you in Wraeclast!