Skill Gemactive

Volcanic Fissure

Slam the ground, creating a branching Molten Fissure that deals damage as it travels and remains for a duration. Using a different Slam on a Molten Fissure creates a spreading Aftershock.

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

Gem Effects

Full modifier text from the in-game tooltip

Converts 80% of Physical damage to Fire damage

While Dual Wielding, both weapons hit with

30% less attack speed

Fissure duration is 12 seconds

Limit 8 Fissures

Fissures branch 2 times

Requirements

Weapon Type

One Hand MaceTwo Hand Mace

Key Mechanics

Game terms referenced by this gem

Slam

A ground-targeted melee area attack. Many Slams can create Aftershocks or Fissures.

Recommended Builds

Build archetypes where Volcanic Fissure 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.

Mace / Staff Warrior

Melee Slam playstyle using heavy weapons. Armour Break and Aftershock supports enhance area damage.

Suggested Support Gems

Supports that pair well with Volcanic Fissure based on shared mechanics

Related Gems

Gems with similar mechanics or damage types