Sniper's Mark in Path of Exile 2: What Does It Mean?
Sniper's Mark is a type of Mark skill in Path of Exile 2 that enhances the effectiveness of ranged attacks against a single target. This skill is particularly useful for characters focusing on ranged weapon builds, providing significant advantages in both damage and resource generation.
Mechanics of Sniper's Mark
When you cast Sniper's Mark on a target, it applies a debuff that interacts with your projectile attacks. The primary benefits of this skill include:
- Increased Projectile Damage: Targets affected by Sniper's Mark take additional damage from your projectile attacks, significantly boosting your damage output.
- Mana and Life Recovery: When projectiles hit a marked target, you recover a portion of mana and life, allowing for sustained damage output without resource depletion.
Strategic Usage
Utilizing Sniper's Mark effectively requires strategic planning, especially in encounters involving bosses or high-priority targets. Here are some strategies to consider:
- Pre-Fight Preparation: Cast Sniper's Mark on high-threat targets before engaging in battle to maximize your damage from the start.
- Synergy with Ailments: Combine Sniper's Mark with ailments such as Bleed or Poison for compounded damage effects, exploiting the increased damage taken by marked targets.
- Resource Management: Use Sniper's Mark to maintain mana and life levels during extended fights, allowing you to focus on dealing damage rather than resource management.
Skill Gem Information
In Path of Exile 2, Sniper's Mark can be acquired as a skill gem, which can be socketed into gear to gain access to the skill. Here are some details about the Sniper's Mark skill gem:
- Gem Tags: Mark, Spell, Duration
- Required Level: 24
- Intelligence Requirement: Moderate, making it accessible for characters with a focus on dexterity.
For more information about skill gems and their interactions, visit the official Path of Exile website.