Flicker Strike Invoker Build Guide for Path of Exile 2

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Intro

Welcome to the Flicker Strike Invoker Endgame Guide, designed for players looking to zoom through maps while leaving a trail of shattered enemies. This build combines massive Frenzy Charge generation with Power Charge conversion to fuel Flicker Strike. Paired with Herald of Ice, Herald of Thunder, and Charged Staff, this build annihilates everything in its path while maintaining exceptional survivability.

If you enjoy hyper-fast gameplay and explosive damage, this build is perfect for you.

Skills

Core Skills

Skill Role Supports
Flicker Strike Main damage skill; consumes Power Charges for rapid strikes across enemies. Cold Infusion, Ice Bite, Glaciation
Tempest Flurry Rapid attack skill for charge generation and consistent damage. Electrocute, Charged Staff
Herald of Ice Boosts Cold Damage and triggers shattering explosions. Cold Infusion, Ice Bite
Herald of Thunder Shocks enemies, improving overall damage and utility. Conduction
Tempest Bell Massive AoE damage, ideal for high-health targets and swarms of enemies. Overpower, Concentrated Effect

Key Mechanics

  • Charge Generation: Use Combat Frenzy to gain Frenzy Charges by freezing, electrocuting, or pinning enemies. Convert these to Power Charges via the Resonance keystone.
  • Shock and Freeze: The build relies on Cold Damage (from gear and skills) to freeze enemies and trigger Herald of Thunder, maintaining uptime on your charge generation loop.
  • Charged Staff: Adds flat Lightning Damage and creates AoE shockwaves for better clear.

Ascendancy

Ascendancy Node Effect
Lead Me Through Grace Gain Spirit per Energy Shield and Evasion from Body Armour.
…And Protect Me From Harm Converts Evasion Rating to Physical Damage Reduction, boosting defense.
Sunder My Enemies Ignores Elemental Resistances on critical hits and increases DPS.
I Am the Blizzard Adds Cold Damage and improves freezing capabilities.

Gearing

Weapon

Option 1 (Best in Slot) Option 2 (Budget Option)
Expert Crescent/Gothic Quarterstaff with: Expert Quarterstaff with Elemental Damage focus:
– % Physical Damage – Fire/Lightning/Cold Damage added to attacks
– Cold Damage – % Elemental Damage
– Critical Strike Chance – Critical Strike Chance
– Critical Strike Damage Bonus – Attack Speed
– Attack Speed

Armor

Slot Stat Priority
Body Armour 600+ Evasion, 240+ Energy Shield (required for Spirit from Lead Me Through Grace).
Helmet Energy Shield focus: +250 Energy Shield, Resistances, Critical Strike Chance, Rarity of Items Found.
Gloves Evasion/Energy Shield hybrid: Cold Damage, Attack Speed, Life, Elemental Resistances.
Boots Movement Speed, Life, Chaos Resistance, Elemental Resistances.

 

Jewelry

Amulet: Use Serpent’s Egg for additional Power Charges. Alternatively, craft: – Maximum Energy Shield, Evasion Rating, Resistances, Critical Strike Chance.

Rings: One Unset Ring for an additional skill slot. Breach Rings are ideal for synergy with Ingenuity.

FAQ

Elemental vs. Physical Quarterstaff?

  • Physical Damage Staff: Better for endgame due to scaling potential.
  • Elemental Staff: Budget-friendly for early progression, especially with Cold Damage rolls.

Improving Survivability

  • Resistances: Ensure 75% Fire, Cold, and Lightning resistance; aim for 60%+ Chaos Resistance.
  • Life Pool: Increase life on all gear.
  • Armor/Energy Shield: Use high-tier hybrid bases to boost Evasion and Energy Shield.

Why Can’t I Freeze Enemies?

  • Add Cold Damage from:
    • Rings and Gloves.
    • Essence of the Mountain.
    • Cold Infusion/Ice Bite supports.
  • Increase total DPS; higher damage increases freeze reliability.

Summary

The Flicker Strike Invoker offers high-speed, high-damage gameplay ideal for zipping through maps while leaving a trail of destruction. By combining Charged Staff, Herald of Thunder, and Herald of Ice, this build maximizes its damage output while maintaining survivability through Evasion and Energy Shield.

  • Generate Frenzy Charges and convert them to Power Charges for Flicker Strike.
  • Use Tempest Bell for AoE bursts on bosses.
  • Focus on Cold Damage for reliable freezing and charge generation.

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