Doedre’s Tenure Stitched Gloves has undergone a significant transformation in the upcoming patch. Known for its dramatic trade-off between increased spell damage and reduced cast speed, the updated version brings improved stats and more pronounced effects, making it an intriguing option for spellcasters.
Original Doedre’s Tenure
Base Stats:
- Energy Shield: 17
- Requires Level 16, 27 Intelligence
Modifiers:
- 100% Increased Spell Damage
- 17% Reduced Cast Speed
- +12 to Intelligence
This version offered an early-game power spike for spellcasters willing to sacrifice cast speed for raw spell damage. While effective for specific builds, the gloves’ modest energy shield and penalties limited their versatility.
Updated Doedre’s Tenure in Path of Exile 2
Base Stats:
- Energy Shield: 37
- Requires Level 16, 27 Intelligence
Modifiers:
- +20 to Maximum Energy Shield
- 100% Increased Spell Damage
- 22% Reduced Cast Speed
- +14 to Intelligence
What’s Changed?
1. Improved Energy Shield
The base energy shield has more than doubled, increasing from 17 to 37. Additionally, the new +20 to Maximum Energy Shield modifier further boosts survivability for energy-shield-based characters.
2. Adjusted Intelligence Bonus
The gloves now provide +14 to Intelligence, up from +12, offering a small but useful boost to mana and skill requirements.
3. Increased Cast Speed Penalty
The cast speed reduction has been heightened from 17% to 22%, making the trade-off for increased spell damage even more significant.
4. Retained Spell Damage Bonus
The hallmark 100% Increased Spell Damage modifier remains unchanged, ensuring that Doedre’s Tenure continues to serve as a potent choice for high-damage spellcasters.
Impact on Builds
The updated Doedre’s Tenure emphasizes its identity as a high-risk, high-reward item, offering unparalleled early-game spell damage at the cost of casting speed. Here’s how the changes might impact different build types:
1. Burst Damage Spellcasters
Builds that rely on big, single-cast spells like Arc, Fireball, or Frostbolt will appreciate the increased damage output, as cast speed is less critical for these skills.
2. Energy Shield Builds
With the enhanced energy shield and the added +20 Maximum Energy Shield, Doedre’s Tenure is more appealing to builds focusing on energy shield as a primary defense.
3. Channeling Skills
For spells like Storm Burst, Divine Ire, or Winter Orb, where cast speed matters less, the gloves’ spell damage boost outweighs the penalty, making them a strong choice.
4. Niche Support for Totem and Trap Builds
Since totems and traps aren’t directly affected by cast speed, these builds can benefit greatly from the raw spell damage increase without suffering from the reduced cast speed penalty.
Tips for Using Doedre’s Tenure
- Pair with Cast Speed Passives:
Counteract the gloves’ cast speed penalty by investing in cast speed nodes or using supportive gear and flasks. - Leverage Energy Shield:
Build around the improved energy shield to balance the gloves’ aggressive offense with defensive capabilities. - Optimize for Burst Damage:
Use skills with long cooldowns or inherently slow cast times to maximize the gloves’ effectiveness without being hindered by reduced cast speed.
The updated Doedre’s Tenure in Path of Exile 2 cements its role as a unique item for spellcasters who value raw power over speed. With a significantly improved energy shield, minor stat adjustments, and an increased cast speed penalty, it presents a compelling choice for players willing to adapt their builds to its strengths and weaknesses.
How will you integrate Doedre’s Tenure into your Path of Exile 2 builds? Share your thoughts and strategies below!
