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Snipe

Channel to charge up your bow before releasing a powerful shot. Releasing with Perfect Timing causes the arrow to explode on impact and Consume Freeze on directly Hitting. Consuming Freeze enhances the explosion.

AttackAoEProjectileColdChannellingPayoffBarrageable
Tier
A

Very solid choice with strong damage or utility for most builds.

Cost
1053 mana
Cast Time
1s
Crit Chance
Max Level
20
Cooldown
None

Gem Effects

Modifers to Attack speed also affect this skill's cost

Requirements

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

Best Support Gems for Snipe

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

How to Use Snipe 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.

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Freeze Defense

Cold damage can Freeze enemies, providing excellent defensive utility. Higher hits = longer freeze duration.

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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 Snipe

Similar skills — which one fits your build better?

How to Get Snipe

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

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