Path of Exile 2 Gathering Storm [Lvl 21 Sockets 5]

Gathering Storm is a Lightning-based Quarterstaff skill in Path of Exile 2 that combines channeling, mobility, and precision timing to unleash devastating shock-infused dashes and shockwaves.

"Flip backward and Channel to charge your Quarterstaff with Lightning. Releasing dashes towards the target location, damaging enemies along the way. Releasing with perfect timing performs a Lightning-infused dash that releases shockwaves from enemies you dash through and leaves a trail of Shocked Ground in your wake."

Note: Purchasing this item, you will receive a level 21 Gathering Storm gem with 5 Support Sockets.

Path of Exile 2 Gathering Storm Features

• Item Type: Attack, AoE, Melee, Lightning, Duration, Channelling, Travel

• Tier 13 | Level Range: 1–20

• Attributes Required: 3–112 Dexterity, 3–112 Intelligence

• Mana Cost: 8.15–57.3 per second

• Effect:

  • Flip backward and Channel to charge your Quarterstaff

  • Release to dash forward, damaging enemies along the path

  • Perfect timing triggers a Lightning-infused dash:

    • Releases shockwaves from enemies you dash through

    • Leaves behind Shocked Ground (width: 1.8 metres)

    • Maximum 8 shockwaves per use

  • Normal Dash:

    • Converts 20% Physical Damage to Lightning Damage

    • +0.8s Total Attack Time

    • +10 Melee Strike Range

  • Perfect Dash:

    • Converts 70% Physical Damage to Lightning Damage

    • Attack Damage: 280–1014% of base

  • Shockwave:

    • Converts 100% Physical Damage to Lightning Damage

    • Radius: 2.2 metres

    • Attack Damage: 120–435% of base

  • Quality bonus: up to +2 Perfect AoE limit

Gathering Storm Mechanics & Behavior

• Channeling Logic: Must be held to charge before release

• Perfect Timing: Rewards precision with enhanced effects

• Mobility & Control: Combines travel, AoE, and status effects

• Shocked Ground: Applies Lightning-based debuff trail

• Cannot Be Ancestrally Boosted: Not compatible with ancestral enhancements

How to Get Gathering Storm in Path of Exile 2

Gathering Storm can be acquired via:

• Engraving starting with Uncut Skill Gem Tier 13

• Level 21 Gathering Storm 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 Gathering Storm gem

• Tradeable via player marketplaces

Gathering Storm Build Synergy & Use

• Lightning Dash Builds: Ideal for precision-based mobility and AoE burst

• Shockwave Triggers: Synergizes with shockwave-enhancing gear

• Quarterstaff Scaling: Requires Quarterstaff weapon type

• Channeling Builds: Works well with duration and cooldown modifiers

Recommended Support Gems

• Tier 1: Magnified Area I, Innervate, Window of Opportunity I

• Tier 2: Momentum, Elemental Armament II, Encroaching Ground

• Tier 3: Magnified Area II, Close Combat I, Steadfast II

• Tier 4: Overcharge, Burgeon II, Perfection

• Tier 5: Close Combat II, Window of Opportunity II, Persistent Ground III

Path of Exile 2 Gathering Storm Mechanic FAQs

1. What counts as "perfect timing" for the dash?

Releasing the channel at the exact moment the Quarterstaff is fully charged.

2. Can I trigger shockwaves manually?

No. Shockwaves are only released during a perfect dash.

3. Does Shocked Ground stack with other Lightning effects?

Yes. It synergizes with Lightning ailments and exposure.

4. Can this skill be used while moving?

Yes. It supports mobile combat.

5. Does attack speed affect channel time?

Yes. Faster attack speed reduces the time needed to reach perfect charge.

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