Starting fresh in a new Path of Exile league can be a bit overwhelming, especially when you are trying to figure out what to play without burning through all your currency on day one.

You want something that feels smooth, hits hard enough to deal with bosses, and does not make you regret your choice halfway through the atlas. That is why having a solid plan matters, and why picking a build that works well even with minimal gear can save you a lot of headaches. If you are aiming for a strong start, having a few PoE Currency ready never hurts either.

If you are into classic melee combat, the Boneshatter Juggernaut is a beast. You are right in the middle of the fight, swinging a big axe and stacking damage as you go. The Juggernaut’s natural tankiness means you can take hits while learning boss mechanics, which is a big plus early on. Gear is straightforward – high armour, solid life rolls, and a weapon that feels good to swing. It is a simple, satisfying way to push through maps without worrying too much about fragile defences.

On the opposite end, there is the Explosive Arrow Ballista Elementalist. You set up totems, they shoot, explosions happen – and you are free to dodge or reposition. It is one of the safest playstyles around because you are not standing in the line of fire. Once you get used to placing totems and timing fuses, it can melt bosses with surprisingly little investment. The clear speed ramps up nicely, and it is great for players who like to control the fight from a distance.

Then you have Righteous Fire Juggernaut, the comfort pick. You turn it on and everything around you burns while you just keep moving. There is something relaxing about not having to aim or spam buttons – you simply focus on staying alive and moving through the map. While it is not the highest single-target damage dealer, it is incredibly forgiving and perfect for players who want to learn the game without constant deaths. Many stick with this all the way to endgame just because it feels so easy to play.

For speed demons, Lightning Arrow Deadeye is the go-to. You clear huge packs in seconds and fly through maps. It is fast, flashy, and fun – but you do need to remember that it is a glass cannon.

Your best defence is killing enemies before they get close, so positioning and map knowledge matter a lot. If you want something that makes early mapping feel like a race, this is your pick. And of course, the ever-reliable Toxic Rain Pathfinder rounds things out. It is a smooth chaos DoT bow build that slows enemies and steadily drains their life. The Pathfinder ascendancy keeps your flasks up, so you are always moving quickly and staying safe. It scales well from the first acts to the toughest bosses, making it one of the most consistent all-rounders. If you want a build that can handle anything and still feel good to play, it is hard to beat – especially if you decide to buy PoE Currency to gear it up faster.