The acquisition of additional spirit resources is a critical element in Path of Exile 2 gameplay. Spirit, functionally similar to mana in other action RPGs, dictates the frequency and potency of skill usage. Managing this resource effectively is crucial for sustaining damage output and maintaining character survivability during encounters.
Sufficient spirit allows for consistent application of offensive and defensive abilities. A character lacking sufficient spirit generation or maximum spirit capacity will experience periods of inactivity, significantly hindering combat effectiveness. Historically, resource management has been a cornerstone of successful character builds in action RPGs, and Path of Exile 2 continues this tradition.