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Skill gem · Strength / Dexterity / Grants Active Skill

Plasma Blast

[Ammunition|Load your Crossbow] with unstable bolts that require a lengthy charging period to fire but deal devastating damage, [Pierce] through enemies, and explode upon hitting terrain. Additional [Projectile|Projectiles] are fired in a spread, unlike other [Crossbow|Crossbow] Skills.

ACQUISITIONSkill gem
SKILL TYPEStrength / Dexterity / Grants Active Skill
REVIEWEDAug 13, 2026
IN PLAIN LANGUAGE

How this skill fits a character

Charging this crossbow shot increases commitment as well as payoff. Reserve a safe firing window, account for reload and charge time, and avoid measuring it like an instant repeatable ammunition skill.

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