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.
Top-tier — strong mechanics, versatile, and highly efficient in the current meta.
Gem Effects
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
Best Support Gems for Lightning Spear
Ranked by synergy — the game won't tell you which combo deals the most damage
How to Use Lightning Spear 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.
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.
Alternatives to Lightning Spear
Similar skills — which one fits your build better?
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How to Get Lightning Spear
Use an Uncut Skill Gem to obtain Lightning Spear. These drop from enemies or can be purchased from the gem vendor once unlocked through the campaign.