Bloodmage [EA] - "Sanguine Bonemage" - Phys/Crit Build (+ some Bleed/Break)
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I recently made the switch to a high block shield after struggling with a wand and focus setup, and the difference has been incredible. The damage output doesn’t seem to drop significantly with DD still blowing everything up, and the shield opens up a lot of flexibility for stacking offensive stats on other gear. Since making the change, I’ve been able to run tier 8-9 maps without any deaths so far, which feels like a big improvement.
I’m curious if anyone has experimented with building a skill tree to achieve or approach 75% block chance with shields. Are there viable options for this? From what I’ve seen, there are some nodes that seem within reach, such as: Defensive Reflexes: 12% block chance, 2 mana gained on block, plus three nearby 5% block nodes. Resilient Soul: Located nearby for some added defense. Offensive Stance: On the top left, offering 1% increased damage per 1% block chance, plus 15% block from smaller nodes around it. Wide Barrier: 30% increased block chance but with a drawback of 25% reduced global defenses. Has anyone explored these nodes in their builds, or are there other synergies I might be missing? I’d love to hear thoughts on viability or tweaks to make the most out of a high block shield approach! Looking forward to hearing your insights! |
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" Sad, but thanks for testing! |
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" EDITED THIS POST ABOUT 5 MINS AFTER MY FIRST RESPONSE: https://poe2db.tw/us/passive-skill-tree/AAAABgECgh3oIN91pQxd585beNtizd8Sg0mdBtuj7cfwcz6NzlcSfpQ9AhV94W4hqJ9P0tctmLhJIXl8zuPZ7wzXMIV4ED3ARONGHLCB5tdASrW242g65-LBaBTCcVHv67M99NW12ieT2ou0CDX_DLNV4CiOD9uirau8NwIif2PVXmUQ6Be_KAKU3_acbXUmNlDFEPoRpzWc1Pm4QOWlM_sPNgnMw7h_6R8Yvah6BqgcCMTTM2vqBZk9prYkoS8r8NkssgEKcG5ri_dUQLs7Ld2Y22ZUftraUEk6tTDFTmu9A4hvomr87vtS_d9a40cUpOghXYM-DYNf7nKS6NEUf9cyM377DZAonim5AAA= With this, we'd give up some Recoup, Crit chance, and energy shield for +45% block chance and +1% damage per block chance from the Wide Barrier group. I sucked up my hate for the defense penalty as it is undeniably stronger. CaptainLance's Stormweaver builds prioritize getting block first, so I have been tempted before, but haven't had a chance to test this yet. Last edited by Chavic_13#1710 on Dec 17, 2024, 5:04:36 PM
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This sounds extremely interesting. I dont feel as if i really want my minions, so giving up a Scepter for a Shield sounds like a solid idea. Bloodmage is extremely potent for survivability, our damage and critchance is pretty solid already, so instead of Energy Shield stacking a bit we could go for a shield to protect our overflowing life.
The 30% blockchance for reduced global defenses sounds very iffy, but giving up some armor and ES shouldnt be a big deal. Without POE2 DB its hard to tell but having a shield with a bunch of resistances sounds good. But Is it worth the damage on spell penalty from giving up a Focus/Sceptre? |
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" You can go for the Defensive Reflexes node instead of the Wide Barrier group for about the same cost. Smaller block boost (+27%). but no downside. The damage trade off is what I'm not sure about. |
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Sounds like the main boosts to Bone skills is improved Bonestorm damage scaling adding up to +50% at level 25 and some extra crit on Bonecage.
Not everything we hoped for, but good progress! |
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Working my way through a 4th update to the 1st post after the patch. This is becoming more of a DD build than intended, so I'm looking forward to continued progress on bone skills in future patches.
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isnt gore spike bugged? i dont see any change in tooltip and tbh the damage doesnt seem to be there as well
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" To be honest, I'm not 100% confident Vitality Siphon is working correctly, or it is and its just leeching so lightly due to steep leech resist. The Blood Mage ascendancy needs some love all around, its the third least played option right now. As for Gore Spike, I've heard it both ways. Its not working at all, or it is working and is just bugged and not showing in the tool tip. Its perfectly viable to respec that Ascendancy Point elsewhere until we know for sure. I can add a note on this to the main post. |
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Thank you for the guide. I've been struggling with getting my bone blood mage to work. I think DD was the piece I was missing for clear.
Also, this build will always be known as Lady Boner in my heart. |
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