Explosive Spear
Hurl a single payload Spear that pierces through enemies and lodges in terrain where it lands. The Spear will explode at the end of its Detonation Time or if Detonated. Consumes a Frenzy Charge if you have one to explode immediately, dealing more damage in a cross-shaped area and creating Ignited Ground.
Gem Effects
Full modifier text from the in-game tooltip
Detonation Time is 2.5 seconds
Converts 60% of Physical damage to Fire damage
Projectile count cannot be modified
Pierces all Targets
Limit (1-3) lodged Spears
Requirements
Weapon Type
Key Mechanics
Game terms referenced by this gem
Frenzy Charge
Speed charge that increases Attack/Cast Speed and Damage. Max 3 by default.
Recommended Builds
Build archetypes where Explosive Spear can shine
Fire / Ignite Build
Scale Fire damage and Ignite magnitude. Pair with Fire Penetration or Immolate supports.
Physical / Bleed Build
Raw Physical hits with Bleed potential. Heavy Swing and Brutality supports maximise damage.
Suggested Support Gems
Supports that pair well with Explosive Spear based on shared mechanics
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