sirgog: POE 3.25 Gladiator Rework Deep Dive – Settlers of Kalguur Path Of Exile

As a long-time Path of Exile player with hundreds of hours under my belt, I’ve seen the Gladiator ascendancy evolve over the years. In this latest rework in patch 3.25, I was excited to see some much-needed improvements.


In the given video, sirgog delves deeply into the revamped Gladiator ascendancy in Path of Exile update 3.25. He points out the key advantages and disadvantages of this ascendancy and proposes various build ideas for gamers to consider.

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Key Takeaways:

  • The Gladiator ascendency has been overhauled in patch 3.25 and offers improvements compared to the previous version.
  • Gratuitous Violence is a standout node, causing bleeding enemies to explode and dealing significant physical damage.
  • The Gladiator lacks a cohesive identity and struggles to synergize its powerful individual nodes.
  • The new retaliation skills have potential, but their effectiveness is uncertain and may require specific build setups.

The Block Side:

On the defensive side of the Gladiator dominance, you’ll find robust features that boost protection. For instance, instead of relying solely on skills, More than Skill provides an opportunity for evasive blocks and lessens damage from minor strikes. Determined Survivor amplifies the probability of successful blocks when employing a shield or dual-wielding weapons. Additionally, War of Attrition empowers your attacks against formidable foes like bosses.

Jagger Technique and Aggravated Bleeding:

The Jagger Technique amplifies harm inflicted on foes with bleeding conditions, especially during their movement. By activating “aggravated bleeding” through specific passive skills and masteries, enemies are effectively considered to be constantly moving. However, it’s important to note that these techniques come with limitations, making them less dependable for all character builds.

Gratuitous Violence and Potential Builds:

As a long-time fan of action RPG games, I’ve come across many powerful abilities that can leave quite the impact on the battlefield. Among these, Gratuitous Violence stands out as one of my favorites for its explosive potential. With enemies bleeding from each strike, a simple tap of this ability triggers an explosion, taking down foes in quick succession.

In Path of Exile’s version 3.25 update, the revamped Gladiator ascendancy presents enhancements, yet it fails to establish a clear sense of self. Although it boasts impressive nodes such as Gratuitous Violence, the synergy between its abilities is questionable. The potential power of the new retaliation skills remains debatable and may hinge on particular build configurations. In summary, while the Gladiator can be an attractive option for those drawn to the class’s fantasy, it might not provide the same degree of reward as other ascendancies.

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2024-07-22 14:14