Best for
Mercenary builds that need a rare and boss damage button.
rangedcrossbowsingle-target
Should you use High Velocity Rounds in POE2?
A focused crossbow option for tougher enemies.
Decision rule
Choose it when clear is fine but single-target feels weak.
Level requirement
Level 7
Patch-sensitive note
Use this page to decide whether the skill belongs on your shortlist. Exact damage, support links, and endgame scaling should be checked against the current in-game tooltip before committing expensive gear.