Lightning Spear
Throw a single copy of your spear. When it hits an enemy it bursts, firing secondary lightning bolt Projectiles at multiple other enemies within a large area around it. Consumes a Frenzy Charge if possible to cause the main spear to split into multiple copies on impact, each of which then bursts.
Gem Effects
Full modifier text from the in-game tooltip
Converts 80% of Physical damage to Lightning damage
100% more chance to Shock
Spear cannot Pierce, Fork, Chain or Return
Modifiers to the number of Projectiles fired only affect
the maximum number of lightning bolt Projectiles
Splits towards 3 targets when Consuming a Frenzy Charge
Projectiles can Split from hitting terrain
Requirements
Weapon Type
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.
Fork
On hit, the projectile splits into two that fly in different directions.
Shock
A Lightning ailment that increases damage taken by the enemy. Magnitude scales with hit damage.
Frenzy Charge
Speed charge that increases Attack/Cast Speed and Damage. Max 3 by default.
Recommended Builds
Build archetypes where Lightning Spear 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.
Suggested Support Gems
Supports that pair well with Lightning Spear based on shared mechanics
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