sirgog: POE 3.25 Top 15 Builds – Trade League Meta Day 10 Overview – Path of Exile Settlers of Kalguur

As a seasoned Path of Exile player with over a decade of grinding under my belt (and countless hours lost to this cursed game), I can confidently say that sirgog’s analysis of the top 15 builds in the Settlers of Kalguur trade league is nothing short of enlightening. His insights into the current meta, particularly the shift towards melee builds and the rise of new skills, are truly eye-opening.


In this article, we delve into the popular Path of Exile trade league known as Settlers of Kalguur, where we’ve gathered an in-depth look at the top 15 builds, as analyzed by sirgog on day 10. This write-up aims to offer a complete perspective of the current meta and underscore the essential insights from sirgog’s video.

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Key Takeaways:

  • Trade skill build diversity is lower in the Settlers of Kalguur league compared to previous leagues.
  • Many of the top 20 skills in the league are new and haven’t been popular in the past.
  • Hex blast miners and Ark Mage hierophants are the top two builds, depending on whether you count hex blast and hex blast of contradiction as separate builds.
  • Gladiator and Slayer ascendancies are popular choices for melee builds.

Lightning Strike: The Top Build

In a top position, Lightning Strike boasts an impressive 3,433 level 96+ players. This build is predominantly popular on the Slayer ascendancy, yet it’s also versatile enough to be played on alternatives like the Warden, Dead Eye, and Trickster.

Hex Blast: Classic and Contradiction

In second place among Hex Blast miners, we find approximately 2,994 players. However, if we consider Hex Blast and Hex Blast of Contradiction as distinct builds, then Hex Blast of Contradiction miners climb to the third spot with around 425 players. These specific builds are widely played within Sanctum and can be found across various ascendancies.

Arc Mage Hierophant: Shocking Success

In simpler terms, among 3,273 World of Warcraft players who are level 96 or higher, Arc Mage hierophants occupy the third spot. A majority of these players prefer to employ “ice” instead of frostbolts as their primary skill for the Arc Mage kit. This build is predominantly utilized with the hierophant ascendancy.

Other Notable Builds

Among the standout constructions in the top 15, you’ll find Righteous Flame, Frost Blades from Catabasis, Lacerate of Bleeding, and Penance Brand of Disintegration. Each construction offers a distinct gameplay experience and varying ascendancy options.

Breakout Uniques and Changes

Distinctive standout items within the league are Admiral’s haughtiness, Ryslatha’s coil, and Lethal Pride Timeless Jewels. Unique jewels that can be dropped anywhere have experienced a reduction in frequency, affecting some build strategies. Alterations to tier 17 maps have increased their accessibility for a broader variety of builds.

Over the course of the game, it’s intriguing to observe how strategies will adapt and if competitors might favor established winners or persist in experimenting with fresh, appealing configurations. The modifications to top-tier map Tier 17 further expand the possibilities for players to conquer difficult tasks.

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2024-08-06 14:17