Hierophant Flamewood Totems – Getting Started with Solo Self-Found (SSF) Magic Find in Path of Exile [Part 2] – Affliction 3.23

"Finding the perfect gear in SSF is like searching for a needle in a haystack - it takes time, patience, and a whole lot of luck. But once you've got it, you'll feel like you've hit the jackpot! And when it comes to facing tough bosses, it's all about strategy and timing, like a thrilling dance between life and death. Get ready for some heart-pounding action!" 🎮🔥

Upgrades and Adjustments 🛠️

Greetings Exiles! My journey continues as I make upgrades to my build. Increasing the number of projectiles is crucial for boosting damage, making Rain of Splinters a must-have for this build. Obtaining it in SSF is a challenge, often requiring corrupting Crimson jewels. After a long and arduous process involving over 150 Vol orbs, I finally acquired the sought-after Rain of Splinters. The next significant upgrade comes from the Black Zenith gloves, a rare drop from a boss with a 5% chance. With these new additions, my build is ready for more challenging content.

Item	Drop Chance
Rain of Splinters	1%
Black Zenith Gloves	5%
Harvest Juice	-4500

🔍 In the Hunt for Unique Gear

During the hunt for unique gloves, I acquired a surplus of maps and some useful memories. Additionally, I stumbled upon a valuable divination card that holds the potential to enhance this build significantly. Despite the challenges, the process was not without benefits.

Building and Testing 🧪

With a new set of gloves, I immediately noticed a significant increase in damage, solidifying their role as the best-in-slot item for this build. However, there's an important caveat - the addition of cooldowns to Avenging Flame. Despite this drawback, the gameplay remains active and engaging, particularly in boss battles.

🔥 Adapting to Avenging Flame

The cooldown on Avenging Flame adds a new layer of strategy to understanding its timing during boss battles, an aspect that sets this build apart with a different gameplay experience.

Confronting Challenges 💥

Taking the build to battle against formidable foes such as King in The Mists, Maven, Cortex, and Uber Elder revealed both the strengths and learning curve of this build. Each encounter required precise placement and utilization of totems, making the fights intense but rewarding.

Boss	Difficulty
King in The Mists	Moderate
Maven	Moderate
Cortex	Moderate
Uber Elder	Challenging

The battles showcased the potential of the build, albeit with a level of complexity that requires practice and quick thinking.

The Final Verdict and Beyond 🎯

The build proves to be adept for non-Uber content in the game, offering a balanced mix of damage and defense. It's a testament to the possibilities of solo self-found playstyle. But there's more to come in the third part of this series. Stay tuned for the next phase of my journey!

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