Get the most out of your Grenade Mercenary in Path of Exile 2.

The first skill you should probably unlock isFlame Wall, as this will be your primary source of damage.

This needs to be followed byFrost BombandSparkwhich will be key to dealing with basic enemies and bosses alike.

Blood Mage Fireball showcase in Path of Exile 2.

You should then pair Flame Wall withFortressandArcane Tempo, which will synergize withSpark.

You won’t need any more skills for this Act.

In summary:

Act 2

Act 2 is where you startshaping your build towards the end-game.

Choosing the Mercenary as the Starting Class at the start of Path of Exile 2 campaign.

The first key change you need here isHypothermia, as this will help enhance the damage of Cold spells.

This needs to be followed by someleveling up until you cross level 30.

Farm for a bit until you get two Uncut Skill Gem level nine for both skills.

Blood Mage skill showcase in Path of Exile 2.

Use anyUncut Support Gemyou have to unlockScattershotandUnleashfor Fireball.

In the case of Frost Wall, you’ll need access toSpell CascadeandConcentrated Effect.

The first step to this isunlocking Cometwhich will help with clearing maps quickly.

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You’ll need to combine Comet withCast on Freezedespite being nerfed from its launch incarnation.

you’re free to now replace Frost Bomb and instead unlockEye of Winter.

you’re free to also drop Spark at this point, as you won’t need it anymore.

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ensure to replace Arcane Tempo on Flame Wall with Fire Mastery.

Equipment

When it comes to equipment, the first thing you need is apowerful weapon.

You’ll also need access to any stats thatboost your maximum mana and help with mana regeneration.

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HP regeneration is also a bonus.

Finally, to complete your gearing, you’ll need to farm for an Uniqiue item calledBlueflame Bracers.

This, in turn, synergizes with Eldritch Battery, which converts Energy Shield to mana.

Act 1 map display in Path of Exile 2.

Despite this, you’re still left with a lot of Energy Shield to protect you.

Ascendancy Leveling Guide

The Ascendancy you’ll have to unlock for the Witch is Blood Mage.

This Ascendancy class is all about enhancing your survivability.

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Thisskill spawns Life Remnantsthat you’ve got the option to collect to heal up.

These Remnants are spawned upon defeating enemies or dealing damage to bosses.

you’ve got the option to also spawn these by breaking the Frost Wall.

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This means you canstand near your Frost Wall and spam Fireballand automatically spawn Life Remnants for you.

The Life you receive further boosts your Energy Shield through the Atziri’s Disdain helmet.

Once you do,activate your Flame Wall, Frost Wall, and Fireball.

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You’ll do devastating damage to both bosses and smaller enemies.

Whenever Cast of Freeze procs, you’llsummon the Comet automatically, which will deal further damage to bosses.

Get your Monk through the campaign with this leveling build.

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Act 2 map display in Path of Exile 2.

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Act 3 map display in Path of Exile 2.

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Gelid Staff display screen in Path of Exile 2.

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Blood Mage Ascendancy in Path of Exile 2.

Passive Skill Treet showcase in Path of Exile 2.

Fireball and Frostwall combo in Path of Exile 2.

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