Unlocking Ascendancies in Path of Exile 2: A Comprehensive Guide

Path of Exile 2's Early Access release has players eager to explore the depth of their chosen classes. While not a core game mechanic, Ascendancies offer unique specializations and abilities. This guide details how to unlock and utilize these powerful enhancements.

Unlocking Ascendancy Classes

To unlock Ascendancy Classes, players must first complete a specific Trial of Ascendancy. Currently, the Early Access build offers two options: the Act 2 Trial of the Sekhemas or the Act 3 Trial of Chaos. Completing either trial for the first time rewards you with Ascendancy Class selection and two passive Ascendancy Points. The earlier Act 2 trial is generally recommended for quicker access to enhanced abilities.

All Path of Exile 2 Ascendancies (Early Access)

Early Access features six playable classes, each with two Ascendancy options. The full game will include twelve base classes, likely expanding the Ascendancy options further.

Mercenary Ascendancies

• Witch Hunter: This Ascendancy focuses on offensive and defensive buffs, enhancing damage output with abilities like Culling Strike and No Mercy. Ideal for players who enjoy debuffing enemies and maximizing damage.

  

• Gemling Legionnaire: This option centers on Skill Gems, allowing for extra skill slots and added buffs. Its flexibility caters to players who prefer customizable builds.

  

Monk Ascendancies

• Invoker: Embrace elemental powers and inflict status effects, offering a melee-focused elemental playstyle.

  

• Acolyte of Chayula: Harness shadow powers, combining defensive and healing abilities with damage-boosting effects. A unique, shadow-based option for diverse Monk builds.

  

Ranger Ascendancies

• Deadeye: Enhance ranged combat with increased speed, damage, and accuracy, ideal for archers seeking maximum effectiveness.

  

• Pathfinder: Utilize poison and elemental damage through flask-based abilities and AoE effects. A refreshing alternative to traditional bow-and-arrow builds.

  

Sorceress Ascendancies

• Stormweaver: Amplify elemental abilities with increased damage and an Elemental Storm ability. A solid choice for elemental casters seeking enhanced power.

  

• Chronomancer: Manipulate time to control cooldowns and alter the flow of battle, offering a dynamic and strategic playstyle.

  

Warrior Ascendancies

• Titan: Maximize damage and tankiness with defensive abilities and powerful attacks. Perfect for players who enjoy a heavy-hitting, durable build.

  

• Warbringer: Summon Ancestral Spirits and Totems for additional damage and support, adding a summoning element to melee combat.

  

Witch Ascendancies

• Blood Mage: Drain enemy life to restore your own, increasing damage and curse duration. A unique option for controlling the flow of life force.

  

• Infernalist: Summon a Hellhound and shapeshift into a powerful demon form, unleashing fire damage and minion support.

  

Path of Exile 2 is currently available on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.