Ancestral Cry
Perform a Warcry using Glory gained by Igniting enemies to turn you into an embodiment of Kaom. While embodying Kaom, you Trigger Volcanic Steps while travelling, Melee Strikes and Slams are Ancestrally Boosted, and your Melee Strikes Trigger Volcanic Eruption.
Very solid choice with strong damage or utility for most builds.
Gem Effects
Generates 100% of Monster Power as Glory for
this Skill on Igniting an enemy
Requires 100 Glory to use
Warcry radius is 4 metres
Knocks back and interrupts enemies in a smaller area
Warcry duration is 8 seconds
Consumes all Endurance Charges to increase Warcry duration by 50% per charge
Converts 100% of Physical Damage to Fire damage with Boosted Attacks
Trigger Volcanic Steps every 1.2 metres travelled
Requirements
Best Support Gems for Ancestral Cry
Ranked by synergy — the game won't tell you which combo deals the most damage
How to Use Ancestral Cry Effectively
Practical tips you won't find on the tooltip
AoE Clearing
Invest in Area of Effect to cover more ground. Excellent for map clearing and handling packs efficiently.
Projectile Scaling
Extra projectiles (GMP) and Pierce/Chain/Fork dramatically multiply your clear. Choose based on mob density.
Ignite Potential
Fire skills can inflict Ignite for sustained DoT. Invest in Ignite Duration and Fire DoT multiplier for maximum burn damage.
Glory Mechanic
Generate Glory by meeting specific conditions, then transform with devastating power. Maximise Glory gain per activation.
Alternatives to Ancestral Cry
Similar skills — which one fits your build better?
Perform a Warcry that grants Guard and Triggers Shield Wave when subsequent Shie
Shapeshift into a Werewolf and offer your Rage to the moon to receive a blessing
Build Glory by gaining Rage while already at maximum Rage. When you have maximum
Build Glory by Hitting enemies with Elemental damage. When you have maximum Glor
How to Get Ancestral Cry
Use an Uncut Skill Gem to obtain Ancestral Cry. These drop from enemies or can be purchased from the gem vendor once unlocked through the campaign.