In Path of Exile 2, Trigger Skill Gems activate automatically when specific conditions are met, such as freezing an enemy, blocking an attack, or even dodging. These gems help players automate critical functions, boost survivability, and deal consistent damage without manual casting. Whether you’re a min-maxer or a new player exploring skill synergies, understanding these gems is essential for optimizing your build.
Skill Gem | Level | Tags |
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Infernal Cry | 3 | Warcry, AoE, Trigger, Fire, Duration |
Magma Barrier | 4 | Buff, Attack, Persistent, AoE, Melee, Trigger, Fire, Duration |
Cast on Freeze | 8 | Buff, Persistent, Trigger, Cold, Meta |
Cast on Ignite | 8 | Buff, Persistent, Trigger, Fire, Meta |
Cast on Minion Death | 8 | Buff, Minion, Persistent, Trigger, Meta |
Cast on Shock | 8 | Buff, Persistent, Trigger, Lightning, Meta |
Cast on Critical | 14 | Buff, Persistent, Trigger, Meta |
Ancestral Spirits | 1 | Minion, Trigger, Duration |
Elemental Expression | 1 | Spell, AoE, Projectile, Trigger, Lightning, Cold, Fire, Chaining |
Elemental Storm | 1 | Spell, AoE, Trigger, Lightning, Cold, Fire, Duration, Orb |
Fire Spell on Hit | 1 | Buff, Persistent, Trigger, Fire, Meta |
Cast on Block | 1 | Buff, Persistent, Trigger, Meta |
Temper Weapon | 1 | Attack, Buff, AoE, Melee, Trigger, Fire, Channelling |
Barrier Invocation | 8 | Buff, Persistent, Trigger, Meta |
Elemental Invocation | 8 | Buff, Persistent, Trigger, Lightning, Cold, Fire, Meta |
Cast on Dodge | 14 | Buff, Persistent, Trigger, Meta |
Reaper's Invocation | 14 | Buff, Persistent, Trigger, Meta |
Trigger gems in PoE 2 significantly enhance automation and tactical responses in combat. By integrating these into your build, you can create smoother, more reactive gameplay loops. Players focused on maximizing efficiency, whether for high-tier mapping or boss fights, should experiment with different triggers to match their playstyle and goals — especially those engaging with the PoE 2 Currency economy for scaling performance.