Load Plasma Blast
Load your Crossbow with unstable bolts that require a lengthy charging period to fire but deal devastating damage, Pierce through enemies, and explode upon hitting terrain. Additional Projectiles are fired in a spread, unlike other Crossbow Skills.
Gem Effects
Full modifier text from the in-game tooltip
1 Bolt loaded per clip
Converts 80% of Physical Damage to Lightning Damage
Knocks Back Enemies
+2 seconds to Total Attack Time
50% more Magnitude of Shock inflicted
Pierces all Targets
Requirements
Weapon Type
Key Mechanics
Game terms referenced by this gem
Pierce
Projectiles pass through enemies, hitting multiple targets in a line.
Shock
A Lightning ailment that increases damage taken by the enemy. Magnitude scales with hit damage.
Recommended Builds
Build archetypes where Load Plasma Blast 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 Load Plasma Blast based on shared mechanics
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