Awakened Chain Support: What Does It Mean?
The Awakened Chain Support gem is a powerful support gem in Path of Exile 2 that enhances the chaining ability of linked skills. This gem is an upgraded version of the standard Chain Support gem, providing additional benefits and increased power for skills that hit multiple targets.
Functionality
When the Awakened Chain Support gem is linked to a skill, it allows that skill's projectiles or effects to chain to additional targets. This is particularly useful for clearing large groups of enemies efficiently.
- Increased Chaining: The Awakened Chain Support increases the number of chains, allowing the skill to hit more targets in succession.
- Damage Penalty: While offering increased chaining, there is typically a reduced damage modifier for each subsequent hit, balancing the gem's power.
Strategies and Usage
Players utilizing the Awakened Chain Support gem often prioritize skills that naturally benefit from chaining mechanics. Here are some strategic considerations:
- Skill Selection: Choose skills that have high base damage or additional effects on hit, as these will maximize the effectiveness of chaining.
- Enemy Density: Use in areas or maps with high enemy density to take full advantage of the chaining to clear packs of enemies swiftly.
- Support Gem Combinations: Pair with other support gems that enhance damage or increase area of effect to amplify the skill's impact.
Leveling and Acquisition
The Awakened Chain Support gem is typically acquired from endgame content and may require significant investment in terms of time and resources.
- Source: Generally obtained from the Conquerors of the Atlas or specific league content where awakened gems drop.
- Level Requirements: This gem has higher level requirements than its non-awakened counterpart, meaning it is more suitable for advanced players.