First Impressions of Path of Exile 3.25 League

Zen's first impression of the 3.25 patch is positive, enjoying the league and finding early success in farming currency and completing maps.

### Path of Exile 3.25 First Impressions and League Start Overview
* 🛡️  Started the league with a Gladiator Spectral Shield Throw build, which performed **better than expected** in early leveling.
* 🏰  Found the new league mechanics in Expedition engaging, with a **good balance of risk and reward**.
* 💰  Made **significant currency gains** on the first day, including a profitable **Divine Orb flip**.
* 🛠️  Shared gear and build progress, highlighting the importance of **shield stats for damage scaling**.
* 🗺️  Focused on farming **Blight and Blight Ravaged maps for currency**, with plans to **tackle end-game content later**.
* 🎮  Enjoyed the league start and is optimistic about its **replayability**, while planning for a **second build**.
* 🔍  Noted some potential issues with the War Attrition buff mechanics, expressing **initial skepticism about its effectiveness**.
* 📊  Achieved **102% Atlas completion**, emphasizing the importance of **specific nodes for the Blight mechanic**.

This League is EVEN BETTER THAN EXPECTED! - First Impressions

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The player had a 31-hour session with the new patch and found the early leveling to be surprisingly smooth with more damage than expected.

They made a significant change to their planned ascension path based on the high damage output, focusing on survival and expressing initial concern about the new in-game mechanic.

The player has a very positive first impression of the new league but remains reserved about its long-term appeal and is already enjoying the game.

Discussion of a Video Game and In-Game Progress

The speaker is currently at rank nine in the game and finds it enjoyable and not too complicated.

They emphasize the importance of armor and evasion on the shield for scaling damage in the game.

The speaker has been successful in their in-game activities, such as completing maps and making currency through the auction house.

Regretting the Absence of Essence in Gameplay

The speaker regrets not using Essence in the game, emphasizing its significant impact on acquiring better gear.

They express dissatisfaction with their current amulet and the lack of good jewels, highlighting the need for upgrades.

The speaker is generally happy with the game and its replayability, expressing contentment with the absence of major bugs and the overall positive experience on day one.

Paranoia About Damage Reset and Future Plans

The speaker is concerned that a game mechanic may be resetting, causing them to feel paranoid about their damage output.

They plan to continue farming currency and have ideas for a second build with a secret plan.

They are also considering using a specific item and are tempted to make some changes to their current equipment for better performance.

The Excitement of Starting a New Build in Atlas

The speaker is enjoying the early stages of a new build in Path of Exile, particularly appreciating the power of blight.

They are focused on farming and trying to obtain a new shield, facing challenges in the process.

The speaker encourages viewers to share their first impressions of the league and to subscribe to the video.