Lightning

How it plays

How to use Lightning

Lightning strikes its targets the moment it casts, so runners and ranged enemies cannot dodge it. That makes it a dependable finisher while boss attacks keep you on the move.

Instantly strikes target enemies with a concentrated beam.

Upgrades

Lightning upgrades

Pick Lightning again on level-up to strengthen it. Its upgrade tracks are damage, projectiles and cast speed; rarer picks raise them by more.

Items

Items that change Lightning

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Storm Relay

Lightning hits +1 nearby foe at half damage. Max 3.

Potions

Best potions for Lightning

Might

Increases all skill damage.

Abundance

Increases the number of projectiles fired by every skill.

Haste

Increases cast speed for every skill.

Synergies

Lightning pairs well with

Instant · Arcane

Frost Nova

An icy ring that damages and can freeze enemies solid.

Projectile · Physical

Arrow

Reliable single-target damage that pierces the whole line.

Projectile · Fire

Phoenix

A firebird that crosses the screen to burn distant foes.