Ball Lightning is a Tier 11 Sustained Lightning Spell in Path of Exile 2 that fires a slow-moving orb which repeatedly zaps nearby enemies with lightning bolts, making it ideal for area denial and sustained shock builds.
"Fire a slow-moving orb Projectile that moves through enemies. The orb itself does not Hit enemies, but repeatedly shoots bolts of Lightning at nearby targets."
Note: Purchasing this item, you will receive a level 21 Ball Lightning gem with 5 support sockets.
Path of Exile 2 Ball Lightning Features
Item Type: Sustained Lightning Spell
Tier: 11 | Level Range: 1–20 | Drop Level: Varies
Attributes Required: 2–205 Intelligence
Mana Cost: 10–109
Effect:
Cast Time: 1.00 sec
Critical Hit Chance: 9.00%
Projectile Speed: 40 Units/sec
Hits enemies in range every 0.2 seconds
Lightning Damage: 1–3 to 3–66
750% more chance to Shock
Fires beams at targets within 1.8 metres
Additional Quality Effect: Fires beams at targets within +(0–0.4) metres
How to Get Ball Lightning in Path of Exile 2
Ball Lightning is created by engraving an Uncut Skill Gem Tier 11. It can be obtained via:
Engraving starting with Uncut Skill Gem Tier 11
Level 21 Ball Lightning Gem can only be obtained by corrupting a level 20 gem
Use a perfect jeweller's orb to get to 5 sockets before corrupting it for a level 21 Ball Lightning gem
Drops from campaign bosses and elite enemies
Tradeable via player marketplaces
Ball Lightning Mechanic & Use
Ball Lightning excels in sustained AoE setups, especially those focused on shock stacking and zone control. It does not deal damage on impact but continuously emits lightning bolts.
Core Mechanic:
Orb does not hit directly—damage comes from emitted bolts
Bolts fire every 0.2 seconds, targeting enemies within 1.8 metres
High shock chance enables synergy with shock-based passives and supports
Compatible with Barrageable, Unleash, and projectile chaining setups
Can be deployed via traps, mines, or totems
Recommended Support Gems:
Tier 1: Magnified Area I, Projectile Deceleration I, Unleash
Tier 2: Multishot II, Considered Casting, Excise
Tier 3: Inevitable Critical, Wildshards I
Tier 4: Nova Projectiles, Lightning Exposure, Living Lightning II
Tier 5: Ignite III, Lightning Mastery
Path of Exile 2 Ball Lightning FAQs
Does Ball Lightning benefit from projectile modifiers?
Yes. Projectile speed affects orb travel distance and coverage. Slower speed increases time spent near enemies, maximizing bolt output.
Can Ball Lightning be used with Barrageable Meta Gems?
Absolutely. It supports rapid multi-orb deployment, ideal for stacking overlapping AoE zones.
Does Ball Lightning scale with Lightning Damage and Shock effects?
Yes. All emitted bolts benefit from global Lightning Damage and Shock modifiers, including those from support gems and passive tree.
Is Ball Lightning effective against bosses?
Very. Sustained bolt output and high shock chance make it ideal for prolonged encounters, especially when paired with Lightning Exposure or Shock Conduction.
Can Ball Lightning be used while moving?
Yes. The skill is flagged as usable while moving, allowing fluid combat positioning.
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