PoE Shockwave Totem of Authority Gem Build Guide 3.28

PoE 3.28: Added a new Strength Transfigured Skill Gem, Shockwave Totem of Authority: Summons a totem that shakes the earth around you, damaging enemies.

Shockwave Totem of Authority(Level 20 with 20% quality)

Core Mechanics

• Mechanic: Unlike the standard version that pulses around the totem's location, this Strength-based variant summons a totem that shakes the earth specifically around you, damaging nearby enemies.
• Playstyle: This shift moves the skill from a long-range "set and forget" turret to a more proactive, point-blank area-of-effect (AoE) skill centered on your character.
• Synergy: Players are currently testing its interaction with the Astral Projector unique ring. For the standard gem, this ring allows shockwaves to target enemies at range; however, early discussion suggests the "of Authority" variant may be designed to keep the damage localized to the player's position.

Build for 3.28

• Class Choice: The Hierophant (Templar) remains the premier choice for this build due to its strong totem-specific ascendancy nodes like Pursuit of Faith and Ritual of Awakening.
• Major Buffs: Totems in 3.28 received significant QoL improvements, including a reported 2x increase in summoning speed for Hierophants, making the gameplay significantly smoother.
• Content Strengths: This build is highly favored for Sanctum and Blight farming because of its high burst damage and ability to freeze enemies, providing a "safe" offense.

Quick Comparison: Standard vs. Authority