MinMaxRPG discusses the latest update for Last Epoch, highlighting the significant impact it has on the game’s core. One major change is that channel skills no longer stop mana regeneration, opening up new build possibilities. The video also covers the redesign of skills like Disintegrate, Shield Bash, and Avalanche, which provide more options for players. The update also includes improvements to Blessings, loot filters, faction rewards, and more. Overall, the changes are positively received by the community and enhance the gameplay experience.
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Key Takeaways:
- Channel skills no longer stop mana regeneration, allowing for more build options.
- Skills like Disintegrate, Shield Bash, and Avalanche have been redesigned for improved gameplay.
- Quality of life updates include improvements to Blessings, loot filters, and faction rewards.
- Changes to Ward mechanics aim to balance high corruption builds.
Channel Skills and Mana Regeneration
In the previous patch, channel skills in Last Epoch prevented mana regeneration, limiting build options. However, in the latest update, channel skills no longer have this restriction. While the base mana regeneration amount has been added to their channeling cost, it opens up a plethora of new build possibilities.
Redesigned Skills: Disintegrate, Shield Bash, and Avalanche
Disintegrate, a skill highly dependent on specific unique items, has been redesigned to be more viable without those items. This change allows players to explore different builds without feeling obligated to use specific gear. Shield Bash has undergone a complete revamp to make it more appealing to players, especially Forge Guards. Avalanche, another skill, has also been changed dramatically, offering new skill nodes and improvements to enhance gameplay.
Improvements to Blessings, Loot Filters, and Faction Rewards
The update introduces quality of life improvements such as the ability to swap between blessings for a small fee, making it easier to experiment with different builds. Additionally, players can now search for specific rewards within the monolith timeline, streamlining the farming process. Faction rewards have been balanced to provide a more rewarding progression experience as players rank up.
Changes to Ward Mechanics
Ward mechanics have been adjusted to address their dominance in high corruption builds. The decay rate of Ward has been significantly increased, making it less effective and promoting build diversity. These changes aim to create a more balanced gameplay experience for players.
