Lightning Spear Clear Speed Amazon Build
This guide teaches a complete path from leveling to endgame for an Amazon themed Lightning Spear build in Path of Exile 2 patch 0.4, focused on achieving effectively infinite DPS through projectile multiplication, critical scaling, and charge economy. You’ll get a clear progression plan, exact gem and socket priorities, gear targets and alternatives, passive and ascendancy direction, playstyle and rotations, mapping and boss tactics, and an optimization checklist to push the build to its limits.
Build concept and core loop
At its heart this build converts each cast of Lightning Spear into a cascade of damage events. The loop relies on three pillars: multiply the number of projectiles per cast, stack critical strike multipliers and on‑hit effects, and maintain a charge economy (Frenzy and Power charges) that amplifies damage and attack speed. When these systems are combined, each spear can spawn multiple procs, chain hits, and trigger on‑hit explosions or elemental conversions that scale multiplicatively rather than additively. The result is a damage curve that can feel limitless once the core pieces are in place.
Lightning Spear is naturally suited to this because it is a projectile attack with strong base damage and reliable hit registration. The Amazon flavor in this build emphasizes mobility, attack speed, and charge generation—traits that let you keep the loop active while avoiding mechanics. The build is designed to be flexible: it clears maps quickly and converts to single‑target dominance for bosses with minimal swaps.
Why this is strong in 0.4
Patch 0.4 increased the viability of projectile stacking and introduced support interactions that let on‑hit effects trigger multiple times per cast. Several support gems and unique interactions now allow projectiles to split, chain, or spawn secondary projectiles on hit. Combined with critical multiplier nodes and charge consumption mechanics, Lightning Spear benefits disproportionately from extra projectiles: each additional projectile multiplies the number of on‑hit triggers and crit checks, which is the mathematical basis for the “infinite DPS” claim when the rest of the build supports it.
Passive tree and ascendancy priorities
Aim for nodes that increase projectile damage, projectile speed, critical strike chance and multiplier, attack speed, and charge generation. Early on, pick life and evasion nodes to survive; later, transition into hybrid energy shield and evasion if you choose an ES hybrid path.
Ascendancy choices should focus on nodes that grant reliable charge generation, crit multipliers, and projectile or elemental amplification. The ascendancy path that best supports this build gives you:
Consistent Frenzy Charge generation on hit or on kill so you can maintain the charge economy.
Critical strike multiplier or chance boosts that scale single‑hit damage.
Projectile or elemental damage amplification that multiplies the effect of extra projectiles.
Plan your ascendancy order to secure survivability nodes first if you play Hardcore, otherwise prioritize damage nodes to accelerate power spikes.
Gems and socketing
Main skill: Lightning Spear linked to supports that increase projectile count, critical chance, and on‑hit effects. The ideal 6‑link for mapping is:
Lightning Spear — Greater Multiple Projectiles — Critical Strike Support — Elemental Damage with Attacks — On Hit Support — Attack Speed / Multiplier Support
For single target, swap Greater Multiple Projectiles for a support that increases single‑target damage (e.g., Concentrated Effect equivalent for attacks) or a support that converts projectiles into piercing or chain behavior. Use a secondary skill such as Storm Lance or a high‑single‑target projectile to handle bosses when you need focused damage without spread.
Support priorities explained: the projectile multiplier support is the single most important gem for the infinite DPS loop because it multiplies the number of hits that can crit and trigger on‑hit effects. Critical support increases the chance and multiplier for each hit. On‑hit supports let each projectile trigger additional effects (explosions, chain procs, or status applications). Attack speed increases casts per second and therefore scales DPS linearly with the number of projectiles.
Socketing tips: put Lightning Spear in a 5–6 link chest or weapon setup. Reserve a 3–4 link for utility (movement, curse, or aura). Use a helmet or ring with a 4‑link for auras and defensive layers if you need to.
Gear priorities and unique choices
Your gear should prioritize: increased projectile count, critical strike chance and multiplier, attack speed, elemental damage, and charge generation or charge on hit. Defensive stats should include life, evasion, and energy shield depending on your chosen hybrid.
Key unique types to hunt for:
Items that add extra projectiles or split projectiles on hit.
Weapons or quivers that grant on‑hit explosions or chain behavior.
Rings or amulets that increase critical multiplier or grant extra Frenzy/Power charges.
Armor that supports socketing and provides life plus resistances.
If you can obtain a unique that grants extra projectiles or duplicates projectiles on hit, prioritize it above most other uniques; it is the multiplier that turns high single‑hit damage into exponential DPS. If you lack such uniques, focus on high roll rare weapons with attack speed and elemental damage, and use crafted or socketed supports to compensate.
Stat priorities in order: projectile count > crit multiplier > attack speed > elemental damage > life/ES. Resistances and movement speed are secondary but necessary for mapping.
Leveling and progression roadmap
Start the campaign using Lightning Spear with attack speed and elemental damage supports. Early levels should focus on survivability and unlocking Combat Frenzy or equivalent charge generation mechanics. Use a simple single‑target skill for bosses until you can link Lightning Spear to a projectile multiplier support.
By mid‑campaign you should aim to:
Reach the first ascendancy node that grants charge generation.
Acquire a weapon or ring that increases projectile count or crit multiplier.
Build a 4‑link for Lightning Spear with core supports.
Endgame transition: once you have a 5‑link with projectile multiplier and crit support, begin mapping and farming currency to buy or craft the unique pieces that multiply projectiles or grant on‑hit explosions. At this stage, your DPS curve will accelerate rapidly.
Playstyle and rotation
The playstyle is aggressive but mobile. Keep moving to avoid telegraphed mechanics and maintain uptime on packs. For mapping, cast Lightning Spear into dense packs while maintaining Frenzy Charges. For bosses, switch to a tighter projectile pattern or a single‑target support to concentrate damage.
Rotation example for mapping: maintain movement, cast Lightning Spear in short bursts to keep charges active, and use a mobility skill to reposition. For bosses, pre‑stack charges, apply any curses or debuffs, then channel a sustained Lightning Spear barrage while using defensive cooldowns as needed.
Survivability tactics: use movement to avoid big hits, keep a life flask and an instant recovery flask, and consider a defensive aura or a temporary invulnerability mechanic if you play Hardcore. If you prefer a safer route, invest in life and hybrid ES nodes early and use a shield or evasion chest.
Mapping and boss strategies
Mapping: Lightning Spear clears screens quickly when you have projectile multiplication and on‑hit explosions. Approach maps by pulling packs into choke points and using the spear to detonate multiple procs. Use movement to kite and avoid being surrounded. For map mods that punish projectile behavior (e.g., reflect or projectile damage), swap to a safer single‑target setup or use a defensive flask.
Bossing: For bosses with predictable phases, pre‑stack charges and use a focused single‑target support. If the boss teleports or phases, reposition and reapply the barrage. For enrage timers, maintain Frenzy Charges and use damage cooldowns to burst through mechanics. If a boss punishes projectile spread, reduce projectile count and increase single‑target supports temporarily.
Currency and crafting roadmap
Early currency should buy a high‑roll rare weapon and a 4‑link chest. Midgame currency should target a 5‑link with the right supports and a ring or amulet with crit multiplier. Endgame currency is best spent on uniques that add projectiles or on crafting high‑tier crit multiplier and attack speed rolls.
Crafting priorities: craft life and resistances on body armor first, then attack speed and crit on weapons. Use bench crafts to add sockets and links as needed. If you can afford it, buy a single unique that grants extra projectiles rather than many smaller upgrades; it will accelerate your power curve more than incremental stat upgrades.
Optimization checklist
Ensure Lightning Spear is linked to a projectile multiplier support and a crit support in a 5‑6 link.
Maintain at least one reliable source of Frenzy Charges and consider Power Charges for burst windows.
Prioritize gear that increases projectile count and crit multiplier.
Keep movement and defensive flasks active; mobility is part of survivability.
Swap supports for boss fights to concentrate damage when necessary.
Balance life/ES and resistances to survive map mods and reflect mechanics.
Common pitfalls and fixes
If your DPS feels low, check projectile count and crit multiplier first. Many players underestimate the multiplicative effect of extra projectiles. If you die frequently, reduce projectile count in dangerous maps and invest in life or hybrid defenses. If single‑target is weak, swap to a concentrated single‑target support and ensure your crit multiplier is high.
Build variants and alternatives
You can pivot this build into a pure crit glass cannon for maximum burst, or a hybrid life/ES tank for Hardcore. A crit glass cannon variant drops some defensive nodes for more crit multiplier and attack speed, while a tank variant invests in life nodes and defensive uniques. Both variants keep Lightning Spear as the core but change gear and ascendancy priorities.
Final tuning and late game scaling
Late game scaling focuses on squeezing every multiplicative bonus: more projectiles, higher crit multiplier, faster attack speed, and more reliable charge uptime. Look for synergies that let projectiles spawn secondary projectiles or explode on hit. These interactions are the multiplier that turns high single‑hit numbers into effectively infinite DPS when combined with crit and charge mechanics.
FAQ
How early can I use Lightning Spear effectively? You can use Lightning Spear from early levels, but the build becomes powerful once you secure a projectile multiplier support and a reliable source of Frenzy Charges. Expect a major power spike when you reach a 4‑link and your first ascendancy damage node.
Is this build viable in Hardcore? It can be, but it requires more defensive investment. Prioritize life, hybrid ES, and mobility. Consider a tank variant of the build for Hardcore play and avoid risky map mods until you have strong defenses.
Do I need specific uniques to make this work? Uniques that add projectiles or spawn secondary projectiles on hit are highly recommended because they multiply damage more than any single rare stat. However, you can reach respectable power with rare gear and crafted rolls; uniques accelerate the build’s peak.
What are the best alternatives if I can’t find the ideal uniques? Focus on high attack speed, crit multiplier, and elemental damage on rare weapons. Use crafted sockets and links to get the right support setup. Consider using a secondary single‑target skill for bosses until you can afford the unique pieces.
How do I handle reflect or projectile‑punishing map mods? Reduce projectile count and switch to a single‑target support or a safer skill. Use a defensive flask and consider a temporary swap to a tankier gear set for those maps.
What is the single most important stat to farm? Extra projectiles or projectile splitting mechanics. If you can buy or craft one item that increases projectile count, it will outpace many other upgrades in terms of DPS gain.
How do I maintain the charge economy? Use ascendancy nodes and gear that grant Frenzy Charges on hit or on kill. Keep movement and positioning so you can reliably hit enemies and maintain charge uptime. Consider a small investment in attack speed to increase hit frequency.
Is there a recommended mapping rotation? Pull packs into choke points, cast short bursts of Lightning Spear to detonate on‑hit effects, and reposition to avoid being surrounded. Use movement skills to reposition quickly between packs.
Can this build be played solo or in groups? Both. In groups you can lean more into damage while teammates provide defensive layers. Solo play requires more self‑sustain and mobility.
What’s the best way to practice the rotation? Start in low‑risk maps and practice maintaining charges while moving. Time your bursts and learn boss telegraphs so you can reposition without losing uptime.
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