1 Button Build

Hi there, Lenek here!

This build started with my Alt Levelling Guide (https://youtu.be/gvwKz4Df204). A lot of you asked whether it could work in endgame, so I decided to see how far I could take it.

The idea is simple: keep moving forward while holding one button. Permafrost Bolts does the work, freezing enemies as you go. For bosses, you can add Freezing Mark and War Banner to speed things up, but the core playstyle stays the same.

Defensively, the current setup sits at around 2,500 Life, 500 Energy Shield and roughly 700 Guard while mapping. We generate that Guard through Mórrigan's Insight linked to Herald of Ice, consuming Freeze to give us an extra defensive buffer.

Another major defensive layer is Deflection. While mapping, we reach around 90% Deflection chance, with deflected hits dealing 49% less damage. Combined with our Guard and frequent freezes, this makes mapping feel comfortable while keeping the build simple to play.

To upgrade Rampart Raptor from level 1 to level 55, you’ll need to unlock the Verisium Anvil by completing the Runeseeker quest in Act 4.

Beyond the One-Button Playstyle

If you’re looking to add more burst damage against bosses or improve your clear, here are a few options to consider. These are optional directions to explore.

1 - Add Fragmentation Rounds on weapon set 2. Equip a second crossbow and use Fragmentation Rounds to consume Freeze for extra burst damage against bosses.

2 - Upgrade to a higher-DPS crossbow. Replace Rampart Raptor and add mana leech to sustain your attacks. You can also pair this with Fragmentation Rounds to consume Freeze for additional burst damage.

3 - Keep Rampart Raptor and add Hailstorm Rounds. Freeze enemies with Permafrost Bolts, then use Hailstorm Rounds for burst damage. Another option to explore is Cast on Elemental Ailment and add Frost Wall.

4 - Add Galvanic Shards and Herald of Thunder. This is an option for improving map clear and area coverage.

These changes introduce extra skills and may require adjustments to your gear or gem setup.

How to Unlock the Verisium Anvil

As of 0.5.5, you no longer need to progress the Runeseeker questline through Acts 1–4. Instead, collect the four Torn Map Pieces in Act 4:

Journey’s End — Wrecked Boat

Whakapanu Island — Petrified Pirate

Isle of Kin — Smuggler’s Stash

Shrike Island — The Corpse Nest

Assemble the map and travel to Plunder’s Point, where you’ll be introduced to Grand Expeditions. Complete the final part of the Runeseeker questline there to unlock the Anvil.