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Magnetic Salvo

Aim skyward and fires energy missiles at lingering bolts or arrows created by other Lightning Attacks in front of you. The missiles explode if they land close to a lingering bolt or arrow, dealing more damage in a larger area but destroying that bolt or arrow in the process.

AttackAoEProjectileLightning
Tier
S

Top-tier — strong mechanics, versatile, and highly efficient in the current meta.

Cost
24 mana
Cast Time
1s
Crit Chance
Max Level
20
Cooldown
None

Gem Effects

Converts 80% of Physical damage to Lightning damage

Impact radius is 1 metre

Fires up to 8 missiles

Requirements

Primary:dexterity
Weapons:Bow
At Level 20:157 Dexterity

Best Support Gems for Magnetic Salvo

Ranked by synergy — the game won't tell you which combo deals the most damage

How to Use Magnetic Salvo Effectively

Practical tips you won't find on the tooltip

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AoE Clearing

Invest in Area of Effect to cover more ground. Excellent for map clearing and handling packs efficiently.

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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.

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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 Magnetic Salvo

Similar skills — which one fits your build better?

How to Get Magnetic Salvo

Source
Uncut Skill Gem
Vendor
Gem vendor after quest
Max Level
20
Resource
mana

Use an Uncut Skill Gem to obtain Magnetic Salvo. These drop from enemies or can be purchased from the gem vendor once unlocked through the campaign.