Path of Exile 3.25: Build Updates and Nerfs

Hex Blast and Archmage builds have been nerfed, with Hex Blast reworked to Trickster for better endgame viability. Toxic Rain and Explosive Arrow also face significant changes.

### Updated Guides for 3.25 on Max Roll
The Coster is unlikely to return for ranged builds due to the inability to use tinctures, except for Wardens. The Max Roll guides and Path of Building (POB) are intentionally kept separate due to the frequency of changes, with the POB serving as a reference tool. All builds on the list have been nerfed, but are still playable, with the potential for unlisting if the nerfs compound. The Hex Blast build has been significantly impacted by the removal of Divine Blessing, making it less viable to play.

### Captain Lance's Transition to the Trickster Build
Captain Lance has made a significant transition from the Saboteur to the Trickster version for the Hex Blast, which offers better end-game viability and tankiness. The rework has led to the need for a Mana flask and more reservation, requiring players to adjust their mine prepping strategy and prioritize multiplier damage skills. The transition also results in a tankier end game but with a rarer power spike from the Sandstorm Visage.

### Nerfs and Changes in the Latest Patch for PO Build
Saboteur and Arch Mage have been significantly nerfed, making them ineffective choices for the build. The Inspiration support has been nerfed as well, which will increase the mana cost and require a potential adjustment in mana management. Several items like Taste of Hate have been nerfed, impacting the build's overall effectiveness. The use of Loreweave and Eternal Dominion has become outdated due to the removal of power and endurance charges, requiring a shift to more defensive options in the end game.

### Build Transition: From Frostbolt to Ice Nova and Changes in Totem Builds
The build involves transitioning from ball lightning to ice, with ice Nova frostbolt as an optional addition. The pathing for totem builds has changed, with a new cluster replacing the old one and offering more flexibility in the passive tree. However, the build now requires mandatory modifiers for elemental resistances for totems, but overall, it is still considered a buff. Additionally, the totem taunt Mastery has made a comeback, providing a great addition to the build.

### Impact of Patch Changes on Path of Exile Builds
The Explosive Arrow build has been significantly nerfed due to the loss of Taste of Hate and the nerf of the Determination skill, leading to a decrease in physical damage. The Path of Exile community is concerned about the potential rarity of Lightning Coil and Cloak of Flame, which are now more interchangeable, impacting the armor and evasion dynamics of the builds. The Champion build also experienced major changes, losing its entire Ascendancy, while benefiting from the return of Taunt Mastery.

### Adjusting to Changes in Enduring Cry Mechanics
Enduring Cry no longer provides endurance charges, so a small cluster Jewel with enduring composure is now necessary for the build. The rework has impacted the build's defense, especially with totems being easily killed in tier 17 content. The guide provides links for more information and advises careful play in the current state of the game.

### Path of Exile 3.25 Build Updates: Hexblast, Archmage, Toxic Rain, Explosive Arrow
* 💥  Hexblast: "The Saboteur version of Hexblast has been **completely destroyed**, so always use **Trickster now**."
* ⚡️  Archmage builds are the least affected, but now require **more Mana management** due to the Inspiration support nerf.
* 🏹  Toxic Rain: "The passive tree for totem builds has changed, requiring **new Jewel mods for totem elemental resistances**."
* 🏹  Explosive Arrow: "The Explosive Arrow build lost the most, with **significant nerfs to Determination and defenses**."
* 💼  Build Updates: "All builds have been nerfed, but are still playable; **unplayable builds have been unlisted**."
* 🧙‍♂️  Changes to Ascendancies, passive tree, and gear requirements have **altered playstyles** for these popular builds.
* 📊  The Path of Building (POB) and the guide on Max Roll may not always be in sync due to frequent updates; **follow the guide for the most current information**.
* 🎯  League Start Recommendations: "The guide provides recommendations for **league start builds**, with options for **transitioning to end-game playstyles**."

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[PoE 3.25] Hexblast, Archmage, EA Ballista, Toxic Rain Updates | What Changed?

[PoE 3.25] Hexblast, Archmage, EA Ballista, Toxic Rain Updates | What Changed?