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Intro
Welcome to the Onlyfarms guide for the Corrupting Cry Warbringer, a beginner-friendly, one-button build that’s cheap to start and scales effortlessly into endgame content. With exceptional survivability, strong AoE clear, and potent single-target damage, this build is perfect for players seeking an enjoyable yet powerful experience in Path of Exile 2.
Build Highlights
- One-Button Playstyle: Simplified yet effective gameplay.
- Dual Mechanics: Dynamically swap between clearing and bossing setups.
- Tanky Defense: A massive health pool, 75% block chance, and high armor.
- Beginner-Friendly Gear: Minimal reliance on expensive items.
Skills Overview
Core Skills
| Skill | Function | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Seismic Cry | Main AoE clear skill. Spams Warcries to apply Corrupting Cry debuffs and knockbacks. | Keep Seismic Cry at level 11 until you’ve improved recovery. |
| Corrupting Cry | Debuffs enemies with bleeding damage over time. | Scales with Strength, allowing synergistic offensive and defensive scaling. |
| Ancestral Warrior Totem | Single-target setup that synergizes with Earthshatter. | Totems inherit buffs from weapon swaps for massive bossing damage. |
| Earthshatter | Supports Totems with AoE spikes that explode for extra damage. | Excellent synergy with Seismic Cry for triggering spikes. |
| Shield Charge | Mobility skill for repositioning and movement. | Use Dodge Roll to cancel the end animation for faster movement. |
| Leap Slam | Escape tool for clearing dense packs. | Linked with Holy Descent for added life regeneration. |
Persistent Buffs
| Skill | Effect | Priority |
|---|---|---|
| Scavenged Plating | Grants 70% more Armor with linked Physical Mastery. | Max at Level 19 with 20% quality. |
| Cannibalism | Provides life recovery on kill. | Essential for sustain during clears. |
| Overwhelming Presence | Improves ailment application. | Boosts clear speed and single-target. |
Passive Tree and Weapon Swap
Proper Weapon Swaps are crucial for this build, dynamically toggling between clearing and bossing.
- Weapon Set I (Clear): Focus on Warcry Speed, Life Recovery, and AoE Damage.
- Weapon Set II (Boss): Prioritize +Gem Levels for Ancestral Warrior Totem and Melee Skill scaling.
Notables
| Passive Node | Purpose | Usage |
|---|---|---|
| Blood Magic | Converts Mana costs to Life. | Allows spamming of Seismic Cry without Mana concerns. |
| Shattering Blow | Maintains Scavenged Plating uptime. | Allocate before Anvil’s Weight. |
| Sturdy Metal | Amplifies Body Armor defenses. | Crucial for mitigating high physical damage. |
Ascendancy Path
| Ascendancy Node | Effect | Priority |
|---|---|---|
| Warcaller’s Bellow | Explodes corpses, dealing AoE damage. | Excellent for clear. |
| Greatwolf’s Howl | Removes cooldown from Seismic Cry, enabling rapid debuff stacking. | Core mechanic. |
| Anvil’s Weight | Boosts single-target damage and maintains Scavenged Plating. | Second priority. |
| Imploding Impacts | Amplifies damage output. Currently bugged; consider Jade Heritage. | Replace if needed. |
Gearing
Offensive Scaling
- Strength – Increases damage and maximum life.
- +Gem Levels – For Ancestral Warrior Totem setup.
- Warcry Damage – Boosts Corrupting Cry and Seismic Cry.
Defensive Scaling
- Armor: Mitigates physical damage. Prioritize high armor Body Armor.
- Resistances: Cap Fire, Cold, Lightning, and Chaos resistances.
- Life: Secondary priority after Strength.
Item Recommendations
| Slot | Priority Stats |
|---|---|
| Weapon | Clear: Life Gain on Kill, Strength. Boss: +Melee Gem Levels. |
| Shield | Block Chance, Armor. |
| Body Armor | 1000+ Armor, Strength, Resistances, Spirit for reservations. |
| Gloves | Strength, Resistances, Maximum Life, Armor. |
| Boots | 30% Movement Speed, Resistances, Maximum Life. |
| Rings | Strength, Attributes, Resistances, Maximum Life. |
| Amulet | Strength, Spirit for reservations, Maximum Life, Resistances. |
| Jewels | Warcry Damage, Physical Damage, Block Chance, Area of Effect. |
FAQ
Why does Seismic Cry cost too much Life?
- Lower the level of Seismic Cry.
- Use Rebirth Rune or Life Flask for recovery.
How do I sustain against bosses?
- Use Ancestral Warrior Totem for ranged attacks.
- Keep Rage topped off with Infernal Cry.
Why am I dying?
- Check Resistances (target 76%).
- Equip Body Armor with 1500+ Armor.
- Delay Acrobatics until you have 15,000+ Evasion.
Summary
The Corrupting Cry Warbringer is a straightforward yet highly effective build, offering:
- One-button clear mechanics with Seismic Cry.
- Dynamic weapon swaps for single-target burst damage.
- High survivability with Strength scaling, armor, and block.
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