All Ascendancies in Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2: A Deep Dive into the Ascendancy Classes

Path of Exile 2 offers unparalleled character customization, allowing players to tailor their builds using hundreds of skills and items. But the true depth lies in the Ascendancy Classes, which provide unique progression paths. Currently in early access, each class boasts two (with a planned three for full release) distinct paths. Let's explore the available Ascendancies!

(See also: Our guide to choosing the best starting build.)

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Witch Ascendancy Classes

• Infernalist: A top-tier choice, the Infernalist wields devastating fire spells and summons the Infernal Hound. Transforming into a demonic form boosts damage and mobility at the cost of increased health consumption. Key nodes like Beidat's Will link Spirit to maximum HP, demanding investment in both Strength and HP for optimal minion control.

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• Blood Mage: A high-risk, high-reward class utilizing Sanguimancy, which replaces Mana with Health. Skills like Vitality Siphon and Life Remnants mitigate the risk, while Sunder the Flesh and Gore Spike enhance critical hit damage.

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Sorcerer Ascendancy Classes

• Stormweaver: This Sorcerer unleashes elemental chaos, specializing in high critical hit chance and triggering Elemental Storm via Tempest Caller. Status ailments are key, amplified by Spirit Gems and the Strike Twice passive. Constant Gale and Force of Will improve spell casting speed and mana regeneration, while Heart of the Storm converts Elemental Damage to Energy Shield for survivability.

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• Chronomancer: A unique addition to PoE2, the Chronomancer manipulates time. Spells like Temporal Rift and Time Freeze offer innovative combat options. While not currently the strongest, its time-bending abilities, including Now and Again, Apex of the Moment, and Quicksand Hourglass, provide significant potential.

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Warrior Ascendancy Classes

• Warbringer: A melee powerhouse combining war cries and totem summons. Imploding Impacts and Anvil’s Weight enhance armor penetration, while Warcaller’s Bellow and Greatwolf’s Howl manipulate warcry cooldowns. Renly’s Training and Turtle Charm bolster defensive capabilities.

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• Titan: A defensive juggernaut who paralyzes enemies with powerful, slow attacks. Stone Skin and Mysterious Lineage significantly boost defenses and HP. Earthbreaker and Ancestral Empowerment enhance Slam abilities, while Surprising Strength increases damage against stunned foes.

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Monk Ascendancy Classes

• Invoker: A melee Monk harnessing elemental power and status effects. Power Charges enhance skills, adding strategic depth.

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• Acolyte of Chayula: This Monk embraces Darkness, forgoing Spirit for increased Darkness and survivability. Consuming Questions and Mana Leech enhance defenses, but currently suffers from inefficient mana drain.

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Mercenary Ascendancy Classes

• Witchhunter: A top-tier class excelling at eliminating demons and undead. Increased damage on first and last hits, coupled with passives like Pitiless Killer and Judge, Jury, and Executioner, makes it effective against both groups and bosses. Witchbane and No Mercy reduce enemy concentration and boost damage.

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• Gemling Legionnaire: Gameplay revolves around gems, utilizing their color and quantity to enhance resistances and skill levels. Nodes like Thaumaturgical Infusion, Crystalline Potential, and Integrated Efficiency offer unique build possibilities.

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Ranger Ascendancy Classes

• Deadeye: A ranged combat specialist boosting attack range and damage. Endless Munitions adds projectiles, ideal for clearing large groups. Excellent for bow users focusing on elemental damage.

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• Pathfinder: A poison master dealing double-effective poison damage. Overwhelming Toxicity doubles poison application but shortens duration. Utilizes gas grenades for area-of-effect poison control.

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This overview covers the twelve currently available Ascendancy Classes in PoE2's early access. Remember that this is subject to change as the game develops and more classes are added.