Herald of Thunder
While active, killing Shocked enemies with a non-Herald Attack Hit will cause subsequent Attack Hits to release lightning bolts which deals Attack damage to all surrounding enemies.
Good option that performs well in the right setup or as a levelling skill.
Gem Effects
Lightning Bolts strike the targets of your next (2-3) Attack Hits
after killing a Shocked enemy with Attack damage
Requirements
Best Support Gems for Herald of Thunder
Ranked by synergy — the game won't tell you which combo deals the most damage
How to Use Herald of Thunder 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.
Shock Amplification
Lightning Shock increases damage taken by enemies. High hit damage = stronger Shock effect. Synergizes with crit builds.
Attribute Planning
Requires 157 Dex at max level. Plan your passive tree and gear to meet this — don't get stuck unable to level your main skill.
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How to Get Herald of Thunder
Use an Uncut Skill Gem to obtain Herald of Thunder. These drop from enemies or can be purchased from the gem vendor once unlocked through the campaign.