Earthquake is a melee Slam skill in Path of Exile 2 that creates Jagged Ground on impact, which erupts into a powerful Aftershock after a short delay. It excels in builds focused on area control, burst damage, and ground-based crowd management.
"Smash the ground, dealing damage in an area and leaving behind Jagged Ground that slows enemies. The Jagged Ground erupts in a powerful Aftershock after a duration."
Note: Purchasing this item, you will receive a level 21 Earthquake gem with 5 Support Sockets.
Path of Exile 2 Earthquake Features
Item Type: Attack, AoE, Melee, Slam, Duration
Tier 1 | Level Range: 1–20
Attributes Required: 2–205 Strength
Weapon Requirement: One-Handed or Two-Handed Maces
Mana Cost: 8–61
Effect:
Creates Jagged Ground that slows enemies
Jagged Ground erupts into an Aftershock after 4 seconds
Impact radius: 1.8 metres
Jagged Ground radius: 2.2 metres
Aftershock radius: 3.4 metres
Maximum Jagged Ground patches: 2–4
Dual wielding reduces damage by 30%
Quality bonus: up to +2 max Jagged Ground patches
How to Get Earthquake in Path of Exile 2
Earthquake can be acquired via:
Engraving starting with Uncut Skill Gem Tier 1
Level 21 Earthquake 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 Earthquake gem
Tradeable via player marketplaces
Earthquake Mechanics & Use
Jagged Ground Management: Cannot place new patches on top of existing ones or exceed the patch limit
Aftershock Timing: Erupts 4 seconds after placement, rewarding precise rhythm and positioning
Dual Wield Penalty: Both weapons hit, but with 30% less damage—consider two-hand setups for full impact
Area Control: Ideal for choke points and zone denial, especially in melee-heavy encounters
Scaling: Slam damage scales with base attack and patch magnitude; Aftershock delivers up to 468% damage
Recommended Support Gems
Tier 1: Brutality I, Compressed Duration I, Fist of War I
Tier 2: Brutality II, Aftershock I, Encroaching Ground
Tier 3: Compressed Duration II, Fist of War II, Stoicism I
Tier 4: Heavy Swing, Rageforged I, Aftershock II
Tier 5: Brutality III, Heft, Brambleslam
Path of Exile 2 Earthquake Mechanic FAQs
1. Can Jagged Ground patches overlap or stack?
No. Earthquake cannot create new patches on top of existing ones, and you're limited to 2–4 active patches depending on gem level and quality.
2. Does Aftershock scale with weapon damage or patch magnitude?
Both. Aftershock inherits the Slam's base damage and benefits from increased Jagged Ground magnitude, making it ideal for high-physical builds.
3. How does dual wielding affect Earthquake?
Dual wielding causes both weapons to hit, but each deals 30% less damage. Two-handed maces are generally preferred for maximum Aftershock impact.
4. Can Earthquake be triggered or used with Totems?
Yes. Earthquake is compatible with trigger setups and Totem supports, allowing automated Slam deployment in trap or totem builds.
5. Does Earthquake benefit from AoE or Duration modifiers?
Absolutely. AoE modifiers increase the radius of both Impact and Aftershock, while Duration modifiers affect Jagged Ground timing and patch persistence.
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