Skeletal Sniper

Skeletal Sniper in Path of Exile 2: Summons reviving skeleton archers; Command: Gas Arrow; poison clouds explode when ignited or detonated Status on the source card: 2 sources.

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Skeletal Sniper facts and version

PropertySkeletal Sniper
Gem typeSpirit gem
TagsMinion; Persistent; Physical; Fire; Chaos
Weapon requirement
Attribute requirement
Cost or reservation90-30 Spirit
Core effectSummons reviving skeleton archers; Command: Gas Arrow; poison clouds explode when ignited or detonated
Recommended supportsLast Gasp; Meat Shield I; Brutality II; Minion Instability; Feeding Frenzy I
Version added0.1.0
Evidence status2 sources · checked 2026-11-08

How Skeletal Sniper fits a setup

Skeletal Sniper is a persistent minion skill obtained through an appropriate Uncut Spirit Gem. It reserves Spirit to maintain reviving skeleton archers. The reservation range in the table changes with gem level and refers to the summoned minion cost; it is not a one-time mana payment that leaves the entire Spirit pool available for other persistent skills.

The command skill is Gas Arrow. The source description distinguishes the poison cloud from the event that ignites or detonates it. A guide should identify how it creates that second interaction rather than attributing every part of the result to the skeleton's ordinary bow attack. The card's Physical, Fire and Chaos tags are another reason to check the exact damage component affected by a proposed support. A support benefiting one component may not describe every component in the same way. Last Gasp, Meat Shield, Brutality, Minion Instability and Feeding Frenzy are candidates to investigate, not a single mandatory combination. Witch provides a class context for persistent minions, but the usable skill still has its own Spirit budget and gem requirements. Compare those with any other minions or auras before assuming that a published summon count fits a different character.

Acquisition and related guide

Engrave an Uncut Spirit Gem of a sufficient level. Skill or support socketed in the gem panel.

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FAQ

What is Skeletal Sniper in Path of Exile 2?

Summons reviving skeleton archers; Command: Gas Arrow; poison clouds explode when ignited or detonated

How many sources back the Skeletal Sniper row?

2 sources

Sources

Last updated 2026-11-08.