Skill Gemactive

Electrocuting Arrow

Fire an electrifying arrow that explodes in an Area on Hit. Hitting an enemy will attach an Electrocuting Rod to them, causing all incoming Lightning damage to build up Electrocution. This rod is removed when the enemy is next Electrocuted.

Cost
mana
Cast Time
1s
Crit Chance
Max Level
20
Cooldown
None

Gem Effects

Full modifier text from the in-game tooltip

Cannot Pierce

Converts 80% of Physical damage to Lightning damage

Cannot Chain

Arrow duration is 25 seconds

Requirements

Weapon Type

Bow

Key Mechanics

Game terms referenced by this gem

Chain

After hitting, the projectile jumps to nearby enemies. More chains = wider coverage.

Pierce

Projectiles pass through enemies, hitting multiple targets in a line.

Recommended Builds

Build archetypes where Electrocuting Arrow can shine

Fire / Ignite Build

Scale Fire damage and Ignite magnitude. Pair with Fire Penetration or Immolate supports.

Lightning / Shock Build

Stack Lightning damage and Shock effect. Innervate and Lightning Penetration supports work well.

Physical / Bleed Build

Raw Physical hits with Bleed potential. Heavy Swing and Brutality supports maximise damage.

Bow Ranger

A Bow-based setup focusing on Projectile damage and speed. Multishot or Pierce supports add clear.

Suggested Support Gems

Supports that pair well with Electrocuting Arrow based on shared mechanics

Related Gems

Gems with similar mechanics or damage types