Barrier Invocation is a Tier 8 Meta Buff skill in Path of Exile 2 that stores Energy when your Energy Shield is damaged, then consumes it to trigger socketed spells once the threshold is reached.
"Turn defense into retaliation—Barrier Invocation converts damage into spellburst."
Note: Purchasing this item, you will receive a level 21 Barrier Invocation gem with 4 support sockets.
Path of Exile 2 Barrier Invocation Features
Item Type: Buff, Meta, Trigger
Tier: 8 | Level Range: 1–20 | Drop Level: Varies
Attributes Required: 3–112 Dexterity, 3–112 Intelligence
Spirit Reservation: 60
Effect:
Gains Energy when your Energy Shield is damaged by enemy hits
Triggers socketed spells when Energy reaches maximum (500)
Can trigger multiple times if enough Energy is available
Socketed spells consume 10 Energy per 0.1s of base cast time
Additional Quality Effect: Up to 15% increased Energy gained
How to Get Barrier Invocation in Path of Exile 2
Barrier Invocation is created by engraving an Uncut Spirit Gem Tier 8. It can be obtained via:
Engraving starting with Uncut Spirit Gem Tier 8
Level 21 Barrier Invocation Gem can only be obtained by corrupting a level 20 gem
Drops from campaign bosses and elite enemies
Tradeable via player marketplaces
Path of Exile 2 Barrier Invocation Mechanic & Use
Barrier Invocation is ideal for builds that emphasize:
Core Mechanic:
While active, stores Energy when your Energy Shield is damaged
Once Energy reaches 500, triggers socketed spells
Socketed spells consume Energy based on their cast time
Can trigger multiple spells if Energy pool allows
Recommended Support Gems:
Tier 1: Clarity I, Vitality I
Tier 2: Boundless Energy I, Mysticism I
Tier 3: Energy Capacitor, Fluke
Tier 4: Clarity II, Boundless Energy II
Path of Exile 2 Barrier Invocation Mechanics FAQs
How is Energy gained and consumed?
Energy is gained at a rate of 1 per 10 Energy Shield lost to enemy hits. Socketed spells consume 10 Energy per 0.1s of their base cast time when triggered.
Can Barrier Invocation trigger multiple spells at once?
Yes. If enough Energy is available, multiple socketed spells can be triggered simultaneously or in sequence, depending on their cast time and Energy cost.
Does Energy snapshot or update dynamically?
Energy is accumulated dynamically. Triggering occurs only when the pool reaches 500. Spells consume Energy at the moment of triggering.
Is this skill viable in boss fights?
Extremely. Barrier Invocation shines in high-damage encounters where Energy Shield is frequently damaged, allowing consistent spell triggers.
Does Energy Shield recharge interfere with Energy gain?
No. Energy gain is based on damage taken, not recharge rate. Recharge mechanics do not reduce Energy accumulation.
Can Barrier Invocation be used with spells that have cooldowns or channeling?
Yes, but cooldowns must be respected. Channeling spells will consume Energy continuously if triggered, which may deplete the pool rapidly.
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