Meta Builds for Path of Exile: Top 3 Builds to Try This Week

In this article, we’ll dive into three of the most played and effective builds during the third week of the Settlers of Kalguur League. If you’re a Path of Exile (PoE) player seeking to improve your gameplay, these builds could be exactly what you need.

We’ll cover the strengths, weaknesses, budget considerations, and everything you need to know to make the most of each build.

1. Hexblast Mines Saboteur (Shadow Class)

Overview: The Hexblast Mines Saboteur build has become incredibly popular, with almost 10% of high-level players opting for this powerful setup. Hexblast deals massive area damage when the target is cursed, making it perfect for clearing monsters quickly and efficiently.

Pros:

• Low Investment: You can start with cheap, easy-to-find items and still deal significant damage, making it a solid choice for new players.

• Area Damage: Hexblast’s ability to shock, freeze, and ignite enemies while considering their lowest resistance before calculating damage is a game-changer for clearing large packs of enemies.

• Great Speed: This build excels at clearing maps quickly, and mines can be thrown from a distance, allowing you to stay safe while dealing damage.

• Boss Killer: With chain reactions, you can quickly annihilate bosses, even at low budgets.

Cons:

• Mine Gameplay Not for Everyone: The mine detonation mechanic can be challenging for some players, but it’s worth trying as the potential is huge.

• Low Tankiness: This build isn't very tanky, so you must maintain good positioning to avoid dying.

Budget:

• Starting: 70 Chaos for early endgame.

• Comfortable Yellow Maps: 150 Chaos.

• Completing Atlas: 4 Divines.

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

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2. Boneshatter Juggernaut (Marauder Class)

Overview: The Boneshatter Juggernaut build is a tanky, fast, and powerful melee setup perfect for players who prefer close combat. Boneshatter hits hard, but be warned – it also deals damage to yourself by accumulating trauma stacks. The key to success here is balancing attack speed and armor to sustain these trauma effects.

Pros:

• Survivability: Despite the self-damage, this build has incredible armor and can withstand heavy hits.

• Fast and Strong: The Boneshatter skill makes this build effective at taking down bosses like the Guardians in just a few seconds.

• Great for Melee Lovers: If you’re a fan of melee combat, this build provides massive damage with strong defense.

Cons:

• Accuracy: Keep an eye on your accuracy, especially with the Precise Technique keystone, which provides a damage boost if your accuracy is higher than your life.

Budget:

• Starting: 60 Chaos for early endgame.

• Comfortable Yellow Maps: 120 Chaos.

• Completing Atlas: 4 Divines.

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

3. Arc Totems Hierophant (Templar Class)

Overview: The Arc Totems Hierophant is a popular totem build that offers great clear speed and safety. This build uses multiple totems that cast the Arc skill to clear enemies in a fast and reliable way, making it perfect for farming currency and completing the Atlas.

Pros:

• Cheap and Easy to Start: You can build this character without needing expensive gear, making it an excellent choice for beginners or those on a budget.

• Safe and Fast: Totems cast Arc, which chains through enemies, offering great area damage. You can focus on positioning while your totems do all the work.

• Perfect Currency Farmer: Thanks to its low investment and fast clear speed, this build is ideal for farming currency for future builds.

Cons:

• No Evasion or Spell Suppression: This build lacks some defensive layers, but totem builds are inherently safer as you’re positioned far from danger.

• Potentially Tedious: Some players might find the totem playstyle a bit too easy or repetitive, but it’s still highly effective.

Budget:

• Starting: 35 Chaos for early endgame.

• Comfortable Yellow Maps: 90 Chaos.

• Completing Atlas: 3 Divines.

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

FAQs

1. Which build is the best for beginners? The Arc Totems Hierophant is the most beginner-friendly of the three. It requires minimal investment and is easy to build, making it a solid choice for new players.

2. Are these builds budget-friendly? Yes! All three builds are relatively cheap to start, and you can comfortably advance through the game with budget gear. For optimal performance, you’ll need to invest more as you progress, but they remain affordable.

3. What’s the fastest way to clear maps in these builds? All three builds are designed for fast map clearing, but the Hexblast Mines Saboteur and Arc Totems Hierophant stand out for their incredible speed due to their area damage capabilities.

4. Can I complete high-tier maps with these builds? Absolutely! All three builds are capable of completing high-tier maps. The Boneshatter Juggernaut and Hexblast Mines Saboteur also have excellent boss-killing potential.

Final Thoughts

Whether you're looking for a fast-paced totem build, a tanky melee character, or a powerful explosive setup, these three builds offer incredible performance. If you’re interested in any of these, check the provided guides and start experimenting in your next Path of Exile adventure.