All Ascendancies in Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2 boasts incredible depth, letting you customize your character with hundreds of skills and items. But once you've mastered the basics, you'll face a crucial decision: choosing an Ascendancy Class! Currently in early access, each class offers two progression paths (with a third planned for full release). Let's explore the existing Ascendancies.

For a guide on choosing the best starting build, check out [this other article](link_to_article_here).

Table of Contents

• Witch Ascendancy Classes
• Sorcerer Ascendancy Classes
• Warrior Ascendancy Classes
• Monk Ascendancy Classes
• Mercenary Ascendancy Classes
• Ranger Ascendancy Classes

Witch Ascendancy Classes in PoE2

Infernalist

Currently a top performer, the Infernalist Witch commands devastating fire spells. Summoning fans will appreciate the Infernal Hound, a fiery companion straight from the underworld! Transform into a demonic form for increased damage and mobility (at the cost of increased health loss). The Loyal Hellhound skill is crucial for demonic form survival, while Beidat's Will links Spirit to maximum HP, requiring investment in both Strength and HP for a powerful undead army.

Blood Mage

While not as universally strong as the Infernalist, the Blood Mage offers a thrilling, high-risk, high-reward playstyle. Sanguimancy replaces Mana with Health, making reckless play deadly. Vitality Siphon and Life Remnants drain enemy health, while Sunder the Flesh enhances critical hit buffs and Gore Spike boosts critical strike damage.

Sorcerer Ascendancy Classes in PoE2

Stormweaver

The Stormweaver Sorcerer unleashes massive elemental damage with high critical hit chance, triggering Elemental Storm via Tempest Caller. Inflicting status ailments is key, boosted by Strike Twice. Spirit Gems amplify elemental damage against afflicted enemies. Constant Gale and Force of Will improve spell casting speed and Mana regeneration. Heart of the Storm converts Elemental Damage to Energy Shield, enhancing survivability.

Chronomancer

A unique addition to PoE2, the Chronomancer manipulates time. Spells like Temporal Rift and Time Freeze offer exciting combat possibilities. While not currently the strongest Sorcerer Ascendancy, its potential is high. Now and Again avoids cooldowns, Apex of the Moment slows enemies, and Quicksand Hourglass speeds up spell casting.

Warrior Ascendancy Classes in PoE2

Warbringer

The Warbringer combines war cries and totem summons for devastating melee combat, effective even against bosses. Imploding Impacts and Anvil’s Weight enhance armor penetration. Warcaller’s Bellow causes exploding corpses, while Greatwolf’s Howl removes Warcry cooldowns. Renly’s Training and Turtle Charm boost defensive capabilities.

Titan

For a defensive approach, the Titan uses powerful, slow attacks to paralyze enemies. Stone Skin boosts armor, Mysterious Lineage increases maximum HP. Earthbreaker and Ancestral Empowerment strengthen Slam abilities, and Surprising Strength increases damage against stunned foes.

Monk Ascendancy Classes in PoE2

Invoker

The Invoker Monk harnesses elemental power, using melee attacks, elemental damage, and status effects. Power Charges enhance skills.

Acolyte of Chayula

This Monk embraces Darkness, forgoing Spirit for increased Darkness and survivability (Embrace the Darkness). Consuming Questions combined with Mana Leech removes Energy Shield cooldown (currently inefficient).

Mercenary Ascendancy Classes in PoE2

Witchhunter

A top contender, the Witchhunter excels at eliminating demons and undead. Increased damage on first and last hits, coupled with Pitiless Killer, Damage vs Low Life Enemies, and Judge, Jury, and Executioner, makes it effective against bosses. Witchbane and No Mercy reduce enemy concentration and increase damage. Zealous Inquisition causes slain enemies to explode.

Gemling Legionnaire

Gameplay centers around gems—their stats, quality, and color. Thaumaturgical Infusion increases resistances based on gem color. Crystalline Potential and Implanted Gems enhance skill levels. Advanced Thaumaturgy reduces skill costs and attribute requirements (like Adaptive Capability). Integrated Efficiency adds three extra active skill slots, and Gem Studded allows using two identical Support gems.

Ranger Ascendancy Classes in PoE2

Deadeye

For ranged combat fans, the Deadeye enhances attack range and damage. Endless Munitions adds projectiles, ideal for clearing large groups. Excellent for bow users focusing on elemental damage.

Pathfinder

A master of poison, the Pathfinder deals double-effective poison damage. Overwhelming Toxicity doubles poison application but shortens duration. High movement speed and slow resistance, combined with gas grenades, create a toxic battlefield.

This guide covers twelve of the planned thirty-six Ascendancy Classes. More will be added, and balance changes may affect the details presented here.