[Build Name] - [Class]/[Ascendancy]

Quick Summary: [1-2 sentences describing the build's core concept, playstyle, and what makes it unique or effective]

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Build Overview

Identity

• Primary Skill: [Main damage skill]
• Damage Type: [Physical/Fire/Cold/Lightning/Chaos/Mixed]
• Playstyle: [Tank/Zoom/Boss-Killer/Minion/Balanced/etc.]
• Budget Tier: [League Starter / Low / Medium / High / Mirror Tier]
• League: [3.27] | Patch: [3.27.0] | Updated: [YYYY-MM-DD]

Path of Building

PoB Link: [Pastebin link]

PoB Code:

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Description

[2-3 paragraphs describing:

• What the build does and how it plays
• Core mechanics and key interactions
• What makes it fun/effective
• Who this build is for (beginner/experienced, HC/SC, etc.)]

Pros & Cons

Strengths ✅

• ✅ [Strength 1 - e.g., "Extremely tanky - can facetank most content"]
• ✅ [Strength 2 - e.g., "Great league starter - works with minimal gear"]
• ✅ [Strength 3 - e.g., "Scales well with investment"]
• ✅ [Strength 4 - e.g., "Simple gameplay - beginner friendly"]

Weaknesses ❌

• ❌ [Weakness 1 - e.g., "Slower clear speed than zoom builds"]
• ❌ [Weakness 2 - e.g., "Cannot do reflect maps"]
• ❌ [Weakness 3 - e.g., "Requires specific unique items"]

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Performance Matrix

Content Ratings

Scale: ⭐=Struggles, ⭐⭐=Difficult, ⭐⭐⭐=Comfortable, ⭐⭐⭐⭐=Strong, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐=Dominates

Content Type	Rating	Min DPS	Min Life	Notes
Campaign (Acts 1-10)	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐	100k	2500+	[Notes]
White Maps (T1-5)	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐	300k	3500+	[Notes]
Yellow Maps (T6-10)	⭐⭐⭐⭐	500k	4000+	[Notes]
Red Maps (T11-16)	⭐⭐⭐⭐	1M	5000+	[Notes]
T17 Maps	⭐⭐⭐	2M	5500+	[Notes]
Pinnacle Bosses	⭐⭐⭐⭐	3M	5500+	[Notes]
Uber Bosses	⭐⭐⭐	5M+	6000+	[Notes]
Simulacrum (Wave 30)	⭐⭐⭐⭐	2M	5000+	[Notes]
Deep Delving (600+)	⭐⭐	3M	6500+	[Notes]
Blight/Legion	⭐⭐⭐⭐	1M	4500+	[Notes]

Budget Benchmarks

Budget Tier	Investment	DPS	Life	Key Features
League Start	0-50c	300k-500k	3500-4000	Capped res, 4-5 link
Low Budget	50c-2div	1-2M	4500-5000	6-link, key uniques
Medium Budget	2-10div	5-10M	5500-6000	BiS uniques, clusters
High Budget	10-50div	10-20M	6000-6500	Perfect rolls, awakened gems
Mirror Tier	50+div	20M+	6500+	Min-maxed, corruptions

DPS Reference: White maps 100k+, Yellow 300k+, Red 1M+, T17 2M+, Pinnacle 3M+, Uber 5M+

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Skills & Tree

Ascendancy

[Ascendancy Name]

Lab	Level	Node	Priority	Benefit
Normal	33	[Node 1]	Must Have	[What it provides]
Cruel	55	[Node 2]	Must Have	[What it provides]
Merciless	68	[Node 3]	High	[What it provides]
Eternal	75+	[Node 4]	High	[What it provides]

Ascendancy Notes: [Why this order, any alternatives, key synergies]

Passive Tree

Tree Progression:

Level	Focus	Key Nodes	PoB Link
70 (League Start)	Life, resistances, core damage	[Node 1, Node 2, Node 3]	[Link]
90 (Mid-Game)	Balanced offense/defense	[Node 4, Node 5, clusters]	[Link]
95+ (Endgame)	Final optimizations	[Luxury nodes]	[Link]

Major Keystones/Notables:

• [Keystone 1]: [What it does, why important]
• [Notable 1]: [Benefit]
• [Notable 2]: [Benefit]

Cluster Jewels (Optional/Endgame):

• Large Cluster: [Base type] with [Notable 1] + [Notable 2] (Budget: [X div])
• Medium Cluster: [Base type] with [Notable] (Budget: [X div])
• Small Cluster: [Base type] with [Notable] (Budget: [X chaos/div])

Gem Setups

6-Link (Primary Damage):

[Primary Skill (L21)]
├─ [Support 1] - [Why this support]
├─ [Support 2] - [Why this support]
├─ [Support 3] - [Why this support]
├─ [Support 4] - [Why this support]
└─ [Support 5] - [Why this support]

4-Link #1 (Utility/Movement):

[Skill] + [Support 1] + [Support 2] + [Support 3]

Purpose: [What this setup does]

4-Link #2 (Defense/Auras):

[Aura/Defense] + [Support 1] + [Support 2] + [Support 3]

Purpose: [What this setup does]

Unlinked/Utility:

• [Gem 1] - [Purpose]
• [Gem 2] - [Purpose]
• [Gem 3] - [Purpose]

Gem Priority:

1. Level [Primary Skill] to 20 first
2. [Support 1] to 20
3. [Support 2] to 20

Awakened Gems (Endgame):

• Priority: [Support 1] > [Support 2] > [Support 3]
• Cost: ~2-5 divine each

Gem Alternatives:

Gem	Alternative	When to Use
[Gem 1]	[Alternative]	[Situation - e.g., "Better for bossing"]
[Gem 2]	[Alternative]	[Situation - e.g., "More survivability"]

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Gear Roadmap

Phase 1: League Start (0-50 chaos)

Priority Order:

1. Resistances: Cap all elemental resistances to 75%
2. Life: Target 3500-4000 HP minimum
3. Links: Get 4-5 link for main skill
4. Weapon: [Budget option - e.g., "200+ pDPS or vendor recipe +1 gems"]

Target Stats: 3500+ life, 75% all res, 300k-500k DPS

Phase 2: Early Maps (50 chaos - 2 divine)

Key Upgrades:

1. 6-Link: Get 6-link body armor (1-2 div or self-link)
2. [Slot 1]: [Upgrade - e.g., "400+ pDPS weapon or key unique (50c-1div)"]
3. [Slot 2]: [Upgrade - e.g., "Life + res + damage jewelry"]

Target Stats: 4500-5000 life, 1-2M DPS, basic defensive layers

Phase 3: Endgame (2-10 divine)

Build-Defining Upgrades:

1. [BiS Unique 1]: [Name] (3-5 div) - [Why essential]
2. [Slot 2]: [High-end rare] (2-4 div) - [Key mods]
3. Cluster Jewels: [Type] with [notables] (1-3 div)

Target Stats: 5500-6000 life, 5-10M DPS, multiple defense layers

Phase 4: Min-Max (10-50+ divine)

Perfection Path:

1. [BiS Unique]: Perfect rolls + quality (10+ div)
2. Awakened Gems: Level 5-6 awakened supports (2-5 div each)
3. Mirror-Tier Rares: Triple T1 prefix/suffix (20-50+ div)
4. Corruptions: Double corrupt outcomes, enchants

Target Stats: 6500+ life, 20M+ DPS, all content trivial

Detailed Gear Slots

Weapon:

• Budget: [Item base] with [key mods] (~10-50c)
• Mid-Tier: [Unique name] OR rare with [mods] (50c-2div)
• BiS: [Item name] with [perfect roll] (5-20div)

Body Armor:

• Budget: 6-link with life + res (1-2div)
• Mid-Tier: [Unique name] OR high ES/Armor + life (3-7div)
• BiS: [Item name] with [perfect stats] (10-30div)

Helmet:

• Budget: Rare with life + res (5-20c)
• Mid-Tier: [Stats needed] (1-3div)
• BiS: [Item] with [enchant] (5-15div)

Gloves, Boots, Belt, Rings, Amulet: [Brief budget → BiS progression for each]

Jewels:

• Regular: Life + damage mods (20-50c each)
• Abyss: [Key mods] (30-80c each)
• Cluster: [Notables needed] (1-5div)

Crafting Notes

[Slot] Crafting:

1. [Step 1 - e.g., "Start with ilvl 82+ base"]
2. [Step 2 - e.g., "Use Pristine + Metallic fossils"]
3. [Step 3 - e.g., "Target mods: X, Y, Z"]

• Estimated Cost: [X divine]
• Success Rate: [Low/Medium/High]

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Flask & Pantheon

Flask Priority

Flask	Priority	Purpose	Suffix
Divine Life Flask	Must-Have	Life recovery	Anti-bleed/freeze
[Flask 2]	High	[Purpose]	[Suffix needed]
[Flask 3]	Medium	[Purpose]	[Suffix needed]
[Flask 4]	Medium	[Purpose]	[Suffix needed]
[Flask 5]	Low	[Purpose]	[Suffix needed]

Recommended Suffixes:

• Anti-Bleed: "of Staunching"
• Anti-Freeze: "of Heat"
• Anti-Curse: "of the Owl"

Pantheon

Major God: [Soul of X]

• Base Power: [What it does]
• Upgraded Power: [Enhancement]
• Why: [Reasoning for this build]

Minor God: [Soul of Y]

• Base Power: [What it does]
• Why: [Reasoning]

Situational Swaps: [When to use alternatives]

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Leveling Path

Acts 1-10 Strategy

Skill Progression:

• Acts 1-3: [Leveling skill] → [Why good for early game]
• Acts 4-7: [Transition skill or same] → [When to switch]
• Acts 8-10: [Main skill or close] → [Final setup]

Key Quest Rewards:

Act	Quest	Reward	Why Important
1	[Quest name]	[Gem]	[Reason]
2	[Quest name]	[Gem]	[Reason]
3	[Quest name]	[Gem]	[Reason]

Lab Timing:

• Normal Lab (Act 3): Level ~33, take [Node]
• Cruel Lab (Act 7): Level ~55, take [Node]
• Merciless Lab (Act 10): Level ~68, take [Node]

Leveling Tips:

• Cap resistances after Act 5 (50% penalty)
• Cap again after Act 10 (60% penalty)
• Aim for 300+ life per act (Act 6 = 1800+ life)
• Prioritize movement speed on boots (20%+)

Leveling Uniques (Optional):

Item	Level Req	Benefit	Cost
Tabula Rasa	1	6-link for main skill	10-20c
Goldrim	1	+40% all res	1c
[Other]	[X]	[Benefit]	[Cost]

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Atlas & Playstyle

Atlas Strategy

Core Approach: [General mapping strategy - e.g., "Fast clear, avoid hard mods, focus on dense maps"]

Recommended Keystones:

Keystone	When	Benefit
Stream of Consciousness	Early mapping	Extra content without mission management
Fortune Favors the Brave	With currency	Random mods for rewards
[Other]	[When]	[Why]

Best League Mechanics:

1. [Mechanic 1]: [Why good - e.g., "Blight - minions handle lanes"]
2. [Mechanic 2]: [Why good]
3. [Mechanic 3]: [Why good]

Avoid: [Mechanics that don't work well]

Playstyle & Rotation

Mapping:

1. [Step 1 - e.g., "Summon all minions at start"]
2. [Step 2 - e.g., "Cast main skill while moving"]
3. [Step 3 - e.g., "Use utility skills on cooldown"]

Bossing:

1. [Step 1 - e.g., "Pre-fight: buff up, check flasks"]
2. [Step 2 - e.g., "Position safely, maintain distance"]
3. [Step 3 - e.g., "Use defensive cooldowns for big hits"]

Defensive Layers:

1. Life Pool: [Target HP]
2. [Layer 2]: [e.g., "Block/Spell Suppression - X%"]
3. [Layer 3]: [e.g., "Armor - Xk with flask"]
4. [Layer 4]: [e.g., "Recovery - life regen/leech"]

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Build Scaling

How to Improve DPS

Priority Investments (Best value):

1. [Upgrade 1]: [e.g., "6-link main skill"] (1-2div) - +30-40% damage
2. [Upgrade 2]: [e.g., "+1/+2 gem levels"] (2-5div) - +25-35% damage
3. [Upgrade 3]: [e.g., "Awakened gems level 5"] (2-3div each) - +20% damage

Diminishing Returns (Expensive):

• [Upgrade] (10+div) - +10-15% damage
• [Upgrade] (20+div) - +5-10% damage

How to Improve Survivability

Priority Investments:

1. More Life: Target +1000 HP through gear upgrades (1-5div)
2. [Defense 1]: [e.g., "Cap spell suppression"] (1-3div)
3. [Defense 2]: [e.g., "Add block/armor layers"] (2-5div)

Budget Scaling Efficiency

Investment	DPS Gain	Survivability Gain	Efficiency
0-2 divine	2-3x	+50% eHP	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent
2-10 divine	1.5-2x	+30% eHP	⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good
10-50 divine	1.3-1.5x	+20% eHP	⭐⭐⭐ Okay
50+ divine	1.1-1.2x	+10% eHP	⭐⭐ Poor

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Map Mods Reference

Cannot Run

Symbol: ❌ = Reroll immediately

• ❌ [Mod 1]: [e.g., "-X% to maximum resistances"] - [Why deadly]
• ❌ [Mod 2]: [e.g., "No regeneration"] - [Why build can't do]

Dangerous/Rippy

Symbol: ⚠️ = Doable but risky

• ⚠️ [Mod 1]: [e.g., "Monsters reflect X% damage"] - [How to handle or avoid]
• ⚠️ [Mod 2]: [e.g., "+X% monster damage"] - [Risk level]

Free/Easy

Symbol: ✅ = No problem

• ✅ [Mod 1]: [e.g., "Physical reflect"] - [Why safe]
• ✅ [Mod 2]: [e.g., "Players hexproof"] - [Why doesn't matter]

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FAQ & Resources

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is this good for league start? A: [Answer with details about budget requirements, SSF viability, progression time]

Q: Can this do all content? A: [Answer about pinnacle bosses, uber bosses, what it can/can't do]

Q: How much currency do I need to get started? A: [Budget breakdown: League start 0-50c, Yellow maps 50c-2div, Red maps 2-10div, Endgame 10-50div]

Q: What's the ceiling on this build? A: [Max potential with X divine investment, what DPS/survivability looks like fully min-maxed]

Q: Is this HC viable? A: [Answer about hardcore viability, adjustments needed, experience level recommended]

Resources & Credits

Path of Building Links:

• All Configurations: [Main PoB link]

Video Guide: [YouTube link or "Not available"]

Build Inspiration:

• Original Guide: [Forum link or source]
• Creator Credit: [Author name]

Similar Builds:

• [Link to similar builds or poe.ninja reference]

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Changelog

Version	Date	Changes
1.0.0	[Date]	Initial build guide creation
1.1.0	[Date]	[Update - e.g., "Updated for patch 3.27.1"]

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Author Notes

[Optional: Any personal notes, acknowledgments, build development story, or future plans]