Top Bing 2 Build for Torchlight Infinite Season 11
This guide explains the Bing 2 Season 11 meta in a single, continuous walkthrough so you can take the build from level 1 to Vorax‑clearing endgame. The central philosophy is to convert Spellburst stacks into repeated, high‑value pulses by maximizing Spellburst Charge Speed, increasing Max Spellburst Stacks, and stacking cold damage multipliers. Where many caster builds chase single‑hit peaks, this archetype turns each cast into a multi‑pulse engine: you charge, cluster, consume, and let echoes multiply your effective DPS. That loop rewards planning, positioning, and timing more than frantic spamming, and it scales exceptionally well with the right prisms and Kismet. Throughout the guide I’ll use bold and italicized emphasis on the most important keywords so you can scan quickly and internalize priorities.
Stat priorities and why they matter
Your stat priorities are the roadmap for every gear decision. First and foremost, Spellburst Charge Speed and Max Spellburst Stacks are the backbone of the build. Charge speed determines how quickly you can reach high stack counts and therefore how often you can open a high‑value damage window. Max stacks determine the ceiling of each window; more stacks equals more echoes and exponential returns when paired with repeat prisms. Second, cold damage multipliers and spell damage scale every echo, so these are the most efficient offensive stats. Third, mana efficiency and mana regen keep your uptime high; the build consumes bursts of mana during heavy Spellburst windows and needs sustain between fights. Fourth, survivability—life, resistances, and damage reduction—is essential because the build trades mobility for control and raw output. Finally, cast speed and cooldown reduction are useful when they synergize with your prism or Kismet choices, but they are tertiary to charge speed and stack capacity.
Leveling and early progression
Leveling this archetype is forgiving if you follow a simple progression. Early on, prioritize items that increase charge speed and mana sustain. Cheap gloves with charge speed, a mana ring, and a weapon with flat cold or spell damage will carry you through the first act. Your skill path should unlock your primary Spellburst consumer as soon as possible. If you prefer clear speed and dense AoE, pick the Nova variant; if you want safer ranged play, pick the Projectile variant; if you prefer control and single‑target precision, pick the Trap variant. Each scales with the same Spellburst and cold multipliers, so choose the playstyle you enjoy and stick with it while you hunt for midgame upgrades.
During leveling, use a control opener to cluster enemies while you charge. A well‑timed freeze, root, or mass slow lets you stack Spellburst without taking heavy damage. Keep an eye on mana and use potions liberally; mana sustain is more important than raw damage early because you need uptime to learn the rotation.
Midgame gearing and prism selection
By midgame you should be hunting for pieces that add +Max Spellburst and cold multipliers. Helmets and amulets that add stack capacity are high value because they directly increase the number of echoes you can unleash in a single window. Gloves with charge speed and weapons with cold damage or spell damage are the next upgrades. At this stage you should also begin to tune your prism choice: prisms that repeat casts, add on‑hit pulses, or multiply cold damage are the most powerful for this archetype. A prism that causes your Spellburst consumer to cast again after a short delay effectively doubles the value of each stack and synergizes with high Max Spellburst. Prisms that add chain pulses or area pulses on hit increase clear speed and make your echoes more reliable at hitting clustered enemies. Avoid prisms that only add flat damage or single‑target bonuses unless they also provide repeat casts or cold multipliers.
When shopping, prioritize multiplicative affixes over additive ones. A multiplicative cold amplifier on a single slot often outperforms several small additive bonuses across multiple slots. If you’re on a budget, buy midrange pieces with the right affixes and craft them into endgame items later. Early‑season markets inflate popular Bing 2 items; temporary substitutes let you learn the rotation without overspending.
Endgame tuning and perfect roll targets
Endgame tuning is where the build becomes truly meta. Your goal is to assemble a set that maximizes multiplicative cold amplifiers and echo multipliers. This means stacking items that increase cold damage by percentage, items that increase Spellburst stack capacity, and prisms that cause repeated casts or chain pulses. Kismet choices that grant extra Spellburst stacks, reduce charge time, or add cooldown reduction are extremely valuable. Pets should be chosen for mana sustain and resistances; a pet that provides mana on hit or periodic mana regeneration will keep your engine running during long fights. Kismet and pet synergy can turn a fragile caster into a surprisingly durable boss killer.
Perfect roll targets look like this: weapon with +cold damage and +spell damage, gloves with +Spellburst Charge Speed and a secondary cast speed or mana roll, helmet or amulet with +Max Spellburst Stacks, chest and boots with high life and resistances, and a prism that repeats casts or adds on‑hit pulses. If you can hit +5 or more Max Spellburst across your set and +200%+ cold damage with strong charge speed, you’ll be in the top percentile of performance for this archetype.
Skill choices and passive allocation
Your primary Spellburst consumer is the centerpiece of your rotation. Nova is the king of dense AoE, Projectile is the safest ranged option, and Trap is the most controlled single‑target solution. Regardless of choice, invest in passives that increase echo targeting, reduce cast time, and improve Spellburst efficiency. Talents should be chosen to increase survivability and burst uptime: look for talents that grant temporary damage reduction during Spellburst windows, talents that restore mana on Spellburst consumption, and talents that increase movement speed briefly after consuming stacks so you can reposition.
A recommended passive path focuses on three pillars: echo efficiency, mana sustain, and defensive overlap. Echo efficiency increases the chance that echoes hit clustered enemies and scales your DPS. Mana sustain reduces downtime between windows. Defensive overlap ensures you can survive the burst phases of bosses and high‑density packs. Prioritize passives that give multiplicative benefits to your primary damage type—cold—and those that synergize with your chosen prism.
Rotation and combat flow
The rotation is simple to describe and takes practice to master. Start encounters by charging Spellburst while using a control opener to cluster enemies. When your stacks reach a comfortable threshold, consume them with your primary Spellburst consumer and let the echoes do the work. During the consumption window, weave defensive cooldowns and mana potions if needed. After the window ends, reposition, recharge, and repeat. Against single targets, use a short burst of crowd control to prevent adds from interrupting your rotation, then focus on maximizing the number of echoes hitting the boss. Against dense packs, open with a control spell to cluster and then consume stacks for massive AoE pulses.
Timing is everything. Don’t consume too early; delaying by a few seconds to cluster more enemies often yields higher overall damage. Conversely, don’t delay so long that you lose momentum or take unnecessary damage. Learn to read the battlefield and choose when to go all‑in and when to recharge. Use movement and defensive talents to reposition between windows so you can maintain uptime without sacrificing safety.
Prism recommendations and why they matter
Prism selection is one of the most impactful decisions you’ll make. The best prisms for this build are those that either repeat your primary cast, add on‑hit pulses that scale with cold damage, or multiply cold damage directly. A prism that causes your Spellburst consumer to cast again after a short delay effectively doubles the value of each stack and synergizes with high Max Spellburst. Prisms that add chain pulses or area pulses on hit increase clear speed and make your echoes more reliable at hitting clustered enemies. Avoid prisms that only add flat damage or single‑target bonuses unless they also provide repeat casts or cold multipliers.
Experimentation is key. Some prisms favor single‑target by adding delayed repeat casts that focus on the boss, while others favor clear speed by creating chain pulses that bounce between enemies. Test different prisms in high‑density content to see which repeat or pulse mechanics best suit your playstyle and the rest of your party composition.
Pets and Kismet synergy
Pets and Kismet choices are the unsung heroes of the build. Pets that provide mana on hit, mana regeneration, or resistances are ideal. A pet that grants a periodic shield or life regen can offset the build’s lower mobility. Kismet should be used to shore up weaknesses: choose Kismet that grants extra Spellburst stacks, reduces charge time, or provides cooldown reduction for your defensive spells. If you find yourself dying to burst damage, prioritize Kismet that grants temporary invulnerability or damage reduction during Spellburst consumption. If you struggle with mana, choose Kismet that restores mana on Spellburst consumption or increases mana regen.
In group play, coordinate Kismet with supports so you don’t overlap redundant buffs. In solo play, prioritize Kismet that increases your stack ceiling and reduces charge time; these directly increase your damage windows and reduce downtime.
Crafting targets and reroll strategy
Crafting should be surgical. On gloves, craft Spellburst Charge Speed; on helmet or amulet, craft Max Spellburst Stacks; on weapon, craft cold damage and spell damage; on chest and boots, craft resistances and life. Use targeted rerolls to convert secondary stats into the ones you need most. Early in the season, markets are volatile; don’t overpay for perfect rolls. Instead, buy midrange pieces that have the right affixes and craft them into endgame items.
When rerolling, prioritize converting additive affixes into multiplicative ones where possible. For example, turning a flat cold bonus into a percentage cold amplifier is often worth several rerolls. Save your best crafting resources for the slots that are hardest to replace: weapon, gloves, and amulet.
Trading, market timing, and budget play
Popular meta items spike early in a season, and Bing 2 core pieces are no exception. If you’re on a budget, use temporary alternatives: a weapon with high spell damage but lower cold multiplier, gloves with cast speed instead of charge speed, or a prism that adds on‑hit pulses rather than repeat casts. These substitutions let you play the build and learn the rotation while saving up for the perfect pieces. When buying, always check whether the item’s affixes are multiplicative or additive; multiplicative cold amplifiers are far more valuable.
Timing matters. Buy midrange pieces early to practice the build, then upgrade one slot at a time. Replace weapon, gloves, and amulet first; these yield the largest performance jumps. Avoid chasing perfect rolls on every slot at once—incremental upgrades compound quickly and are more cost‑effective.
Boss tactics and Vorax strategies
Boss fights require small adjustments. Against bosses that teleport or move unpredictably, use a trap or projectile variant to maintain pressure while avoiding telegraphed attacks. If the boss summons adds, use your control opener to cluster them and then consume Spellburst to clear waves quickly. For bosses with heavy single‑target burst, time your defensive talents and Kismet to overlap with your consumption windows so you take less damage while your echoes are active. Learn the boss patterns and practice repositioning between windows; the build’s strength is in controlled, repeatable damage, not in raw mobility.
For Vorax specifically, anticipate phases where the boss becomes untargetable or summons hazards. Use those windows to recharge and reposition rather than forcing a consumption that will be interrupted. When the boss is vulnerable, stack to a slightly higher threshold and unleash a longer consumption window to maximize echo overlap.
Sample stat templates
Budget template: +20–30% Spellburst Charge Speed, +1 to +2 Max Spellburst, +50–80% cold damage, solid mana regen and basic resistances. This lets you learn the rotation and clear mid‑tier content.
Midrange template: +40–60% Spellburst Charge Speed, +3 to +4 Max Spellburst, +120–180% cold damage, improved resistances and life. This is comfortable for high‑tier maps and early Vorax runs.
Endgame template: +80–120% Spellburst Charge Speed, +5+ Max Spellburst, +250%+ cold damage, high life and resistances, and a repeat/pulse prism. This is the target for competitive solo play and top‑tier clears.
Playstyle tips and common mistakes
Positioning is everything: stand where your echoes will hit the most enemies, not necessarily where you can see the boss. Use control spells proactively to shape the battlefield. Don’t be afraid to delay consumption by a few seconds if it means clustering more enemies; the build rewards patience. Keep an eye on your mana and use potions or pet procs to avoid being forced into a defensive window prematurely. Learn to read the battlefield and choose when to go all‑in and when to recharge.
Common mistakes include overvaluing raw single‑hit numbers, ignoring charge speed, and neglecting mana sustain. Many players chase the highest cold damage roll and forget that without fast charge and high stack capacity the echoes are weak. Another mistake is choosing a prism that doesn’t repeat casts or add pulses; prisms that simply add flat damage are often wasted on this archetype. Finally, don’t neglect survivability: the build can be fragile if you stack only offense.
Group play and synergy
In group content, the Bing 2 Season 11 build excels when paired with supports that provide crowd control and damage amplification. Your role is to cluster and sustain high‑value windows while supports keep you alive and amplify your cold multipliers. Coordinate prism and Kismet choices with teammates to avoid redundancy and maximize group synergy. In a party, you can push higher stack thresholds because supports will help control adds and reduce incoming damage.
Practice routine to master the rotation
Spend an hour practicing the rotation in progressively harder content. Start in low‑density maps to learn charge timing and consumption windows. Move to medium density to practice clustering and prism timing. Finish with a few Vorax attempts focusing on repositioning between windows. Record a run or two to analyze where echoes miss or where you lose uptime. Small adjustments to positioning and timing yield large improvements.
Final notes and next steps
This build rewards patience and incremental upgrades. Start with a budget set, learn the rotation, and upgrade weapon, gloves, and amulet first. Test different prisms and Kismet combinations to find the one that fits your playstyle. With practice and the right endgame pieces, the Bing 2 Season 11 archetype becomes a top‑tier meta choice that dominates both clear speed and boss damage.
FAQ
What makes this build meta in Season 11? The combination of high Spellburst scaling, strong cold damage multipliers, and prisms that repeat or pulse casts creates a multiplicative damage engine that outperforms many single‑hit caster setups when tuned correctly.
Which primary Spellburst consumer should I pick? Choose Nova for dense AoE, Projectile for safe ranged play, and Trap for stationary control and single‑target precision. All scale with the same Spellburst and cold priorities.
How fragile is the build? It trades mobility for control but becomes reliably tanky with the right Kismet and pet choices. Prioritize resistances and life on chest and boots if you find yourself dying to burst.
Which prism is best? Prisms that repeat casts or add on‑hit pulses that scale with cold damage are the most powerful. Avoid prisms that only add flat damage.
Can I solo endgame content? Yes. With optimized gear, correct prism and Kismet choices, and practiced rotation you can clear Vorax and other late‑tier content. Expect a learning curve.
What are the most important crafting targets? Gloves: Spellburst Charge Speed. Helmet/Amulet: Max Spellburst Stacks. Weapon: cold damage and spell damage. Chest/Boots: resistances and life.
How do I transition into the meta without overspending? Use budget substitutes that have the right affixes but lower rolls. Play and learn the rotation with midrange pieces, then replace weapon, gloves, and amulet first.
Printable checklist of exact affixes to hunt for
Below is a compact, printable checklist you can copy or screenshot. Each line is a single affix target with the preferred roll range and priority. Bold items are highest priority; italicized items are strong secondary picks. Keep this near your trading screen.
| Slot | Primary affix (priority) | Secondary affix (useful) | Preferred roll range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weapon | +% Cold Damage | +% Spell Damage | +180% to +350% cold; +80% to +160% spell |
| Gloves | Spellburst Charge Speed | Cast Speed or Mana Efficiency | +40% to +120% charge speed; +10% to +30% cast |
| Helmet | +Max Spellburst Stacks | Critical Avoidance or Resist | +2 to +5 stacks; resist 30–60 |
| Amulet | +Max Spellburst Stacks | % Cold Damage or Cooldown Reduction | +2 to +4 stacks; +80% to +200% cold |
| Chest | Life | All Resistances or Damage Reduction | +800–2000 life; resist 60–120 |
| Boots | Movement Speed or Life | Resistances | +8–16% move or +400–1200 life; resist 40–80 |
| Ring (each) | Mana Regen or Flat Mana | % Cold Damage or Resist | +30–120 mana regen or +200–600 mana; +40–120% cold |
| Prism | Repeat Cast / On‑Hit Pulse | % Cold Multiplier | Repeat cast effect or pulse that scales with cold; aim for highest repeat/pulse tier |
| Kismet | +Spellburst Stacks or Charge Reduction | Mana on Consume or Damage Reduction | +1–3 stacks or 10–30% charge time reduction |
| Pet | Mana on Hit / Mana Regen | Shield or Resist Buff | Mana on hit 30–80 or regen 20–60; shield 200–600 |
Print this table or paste into a note app. When shopping, always check whether an affix is multiplicative (percentage) or additive (flat); multiplicative cold amplifiers are far more valuable for this build.
Three sample endgame item templates with exact stat ranges
Below are three full‑set templates: Budget Endgame, Balanced Endgame, and Perfect Meta Endgame. Each template lists the most important affixes per slot and the exact numeric ranges to aim for. Use these as shopping or crafting checklists.
Budget Endgame (playable and affordable)
Weapon: +180% cold damage, +60% spell damage, +120–300 flat spell power. Gloves: +40% Spellburst Charge Speed, +12% cast speed, +80 mana. Helmet: +2 Max Spellburst Stacks, resist 40–60, +300 life. Amulet: +2 Max Spellburst Stacks, +80% cold damage, 10% cooldown reduction. Chest: +900 life, resist 60, 8% damage reduction. Boots: +10% movement speed, +500 life, resist 40. Rings: each +40 mana regen or +300 mana, one ring +40% cold. Prism: On‑hit pulse (tier 2) that scales with cold. Kismet: +1 Spellburst Stack or 10% charge time reduction. Pet: Mana on hit 30 and minor resist buff.
This set gets you into high‑tier maps and early Vorax attempts while keeping costs reasonable.
Balanced Endgame (stable solo and group)
Weapon: +240% cold damage, +110% spell damage, +400 flat spell power. Gloves: +70% Spellburst Charge Speed, +18% cast speed, +140 mana regen. Helmet: +3 Max Spellburst Stacks, resist 80–100, +700 life. Amulet: +3 Max Spellburst Stacks, +140% cold damage, 15% cooldown reduction. Chest: +1400 life, resist 90–120, 12% damage reduction. Boots: +12% movement speed, +900 life, resist 60–90. Rings: one +80 mana regen, one +60% cold damage; both with +resist. Prism: Repeat cast (tier 2–3) that triggers a delayed secondary cast of your primary Spellburst consumer. Kismet: +2 Spellburst Stacks and mana on consume 8–12%. Pet: Mana regen 60 plus periodic shield 300–600.
This template balances offense and defense for reliable solo Vorax clears and strong group performance.
Perfect Meta Endgame (top‑tier competitive)
Weapon: +350%+ cold damage, +160% spell damage, +800 flat spell power, socketed. Gloves: +110% Spellburst Charge Speed, +30% cast speed, +220 mana regen. Helmet: +5 Max Spellburst Stacks, resist 120–160, +1800 life. Amulet: +5 Max Spellburst Stacks, +250% cold damage, 20% cooldown reduction. Chest: +2500 life, resist 160–220, 18% damage reduction and a secondary multiplicative cold amplifier. Boots: +16% movement speed, +1600 life, resist 120–160. Rings: one +120 mana regen; one +120% cold damage; both with high resist. Prism: Repeat cast (tier 4) that duplicates your Spellburst consumer and scales with cold; ideally also adds chain pulses. Kismet: +3 to +4 Spellburst Stacks, 30% charge time reduction, mana on consume 15%. Pet: Mana on hit 80 and periodic shield 800–1200 plus resist aura.
This set is the target for competitive solo speed and boss damage. Each extra stack and percent cold amplifier compounds dramatically with repeat prisms.
Short practice routine broken into timed drills
Use this 60‑minute routine to master charging, clustering, consumption timing, and repositioning. Do the drills in order; each builds on the previous one. Minimal equipment required: your current Bing 2 setup and a mid‑density map or training area.
Warmup (5 minutes) Stand in a safe area and practice charging Spellburst to three different thresholds: low, medium, and high. Note the time it takes to reach each threshold and the mana cost. This builds muscle memory for charge timing.
Drill 1 Cluster and Charge (10 minutes) Find a pack of 8–15 enemies. Practice opening with a control spell to cluster, then charge to a medium threshold and consume. Repeat until you can reliably cluster and hit at least 80% of echoes on the pack. Focus on where you stand relative to the pack so echoes hit the densest area.
Drill 2 High‑Stack Single Target (10 minutes) Solo a durable elite or mini‑boss. Charge to a high threshold and consume while weaving a defensive talent. Practice timing Kismet and potion use so you finish the consumption window without being forced to interrupt. Repeat until you can complete a full high‑stack window without dying.
Drill 3 Prism Timing (10 minutes) With your chosen prism equipped, practice consuming at different stack counts to see how the prism’s repeat or pulse timing interacts with echoes. Try to time your second consumption window to overlap prism repeats for maximum overlap. Record which stack counts yield the best overlap.
Drill 4 Mobility and Reposition (10 minutes) Simulate a boss that telegraphs big attacks. Charge, consume, then immediately reposition to a safe zone and begin charging again. Practice moving between safe spots while maintaining high uptime. The goal is to minimize downtime between windows.
Cooldown Runs (15 minutes) Run three full clears of a mid‑density map or three Vorax practice attempts, applying everything learned. After each run, note one thing to improve: clustering, prism timing, mana management, or positioning. Use the final five minutes to review notes and set a single focus for your next session.
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