12-15-2025, 07:00 AM
Just a little over two days into the new season, the balance on the International Server already feels skewed, and you notice it fast when your damage falls flat while others melt screens the moment they log in. Plenty of players are scrambling for PoE 2 Currency to fix their builds, but no amount of crafting really helps if you started on the wrong class. Druid players know exactly what I mean. Unless you’re running that niche Dragon setup that nukes bosses in one hit, the class is rough. The lag spikes, the clunky loop, the constant stutter when Devouring Ball fills the screen — it all stacks up until you feel like you’re fighting the game more than the monsters. And when trash mobs delete you in seconds after all that work, it’s hard not to just log out and rethink your life choices.
Sharp Eye’s Early Lead
The class that’s stealing the spotlight right now is the Sharp Eye, especially the Grenade version. It’s the kind of build where you don’t need finesse to look like you know what you’re doing. You sprint, you toss grenades, everything around you explodes. It’s basically a cheat code for anyone who doesn’t want to spend hours mastering mechanics. There’s also the Cyclone take on Sharp Eye, which looks chaotic at first because you’re bouncing all over the map, but once the flow clicks, it feels rewarding in a way most melee builds just don’t this season. You can start it at level 1 and by your early teens, the momentum is already noticeable, especially against bosses that normally stall other early‑game setups.
Stalker’s Poison Path
Stalker’s Poison approach still works, but you’ve got to be patient with it. Landing Poison Explosions needs cleaner positioning than people expect, and with Lightning Bolt toned down this league, Acts 1 and 2 feel slower than before. Streamers make it look smooth, but they’re running perfect lines while juggling five things at once. For the average player, it’s a build that comes online late rather than early. If you’re sticking with Ranger, most people do better opening with Grenade Sprint and only swapping after they’ve geared enough to smooth out the poison curve.
Summoners and the Monk Grind
On the easy side of things, Summoner players still have the most relaxed path. You rarely get punished for mistakes and your minions do most of the heavy lifting while you flick curses or Sacrifice during boss phases. And then there’s the Empty Palm Monk. Getting to level 14 feels like walking uphill with weights on both legs. You have next to no damage and even basic mobs can flatten you. But once Empty Palm unlocks, the whole thing transforms into a fast, punchy brawler that feels great to pilot. If you can stomach the early slog, it’s worth it — especially once you’ve got enough poe2 materials to start pushing upgrades.
Sharp Eye’s Early Lead
The class that’s stealing the spotlight right now is the Sharp Eye, especially the Grenade version. It’s the kind of build where you don’t need finesse to look like you know what you’re doing. You sprint, you toss grenades, everything around you explodes. It’s basically a cheat code for anyone who doesn’t want to spend hours mastering mechanics. There’s also the Cyclone take on Sharp Eye, which looks chaotic at first because you’re bouncing all over the map, but once the flow clicks, it feels rewarding in a way most melee builds just don’t this season. You can start it at level 1 and by your early teens, the momentum is already noticeable, especially against bosses that normally stall other early‑game setups.
Stalker’s Poison Path
Stalker’s Poison approach still works, but you’ve got to be patient with it. Landing Poison Explosions needs cleaner positioning than people expect, and with Lightning Bolt toned down this league, Acts 1 and 2 feel slower than before. Streamers make it look smooth, but they’re running perfect lines while juggling five things at once. For the average player, it’s a build that comes online late rather than early. If you’re sticking with Ranger, most people do better opening with Grenade Sprint and only swapping after they’ve geared enough to smooth out the poison curve.
Summoners and the Monk Grind
On the easy side of things, Summoner players still have the most relaxed path. You rarely get punished for mistakes and your minions do most of the heavy lifting while you flick curses or Sacrifice during boss phases. And then there’s the Empty Palm Monk. Getting to level 14 feels like walking uphill with weights on both legs. You have next to no damage and even basic mobs can flatten you. But once Empty Palm unlocks, the whole thing transforms into a fast, punchy brawler that feels great to pilot. If you can stomach the early slog, it’s worth it — especially once you’ve got enough poe2 materials to start pushing upgrades.