Witches, adept in elemental and dark arts, project a facade of fragility that belies their resilience. Equipped with an Energy Shield capable of withstanding most damage types (excluding Chaos), they transcend traditional defenses like Evasion and Armour, often surpassing warriors in toughness. The Witch's forte lies in devastating large swathes of enemies, challenging us to strike a delicate equilibrium between imperviousness and potency.
Pros

    Straightforward gameplay from inception to completion.
    Suited for all in-game challenges.
    Efficient balance of speed and durability.
    Versatility in handling various map modifiers.

Cons

    Potential expense associated with scaling damage beyond basic gear.

Mechanics and Playstyle

Employ Curses as your primary layer of defense to thwart enemy attacks effectively. Not only do Curses discourage enemy hits, but any damage sustained is rendered inconsequential. The utilization of Pain Attunement amplifies damage output when nearing low health, a state achieved by reserving life with auras.

Gameplay unfolds simply: eliminate groups with Bane and switch to Essence Drain for tougher foes or bosses, bolstering your offense with Wither totems.

Two separate Skill Trees cater to the non-low life variant and the low life configuration.
Gear & Jewels

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Weapon

    Opt for a crafted bow like the Reflex Bow, featuring a movement speed implicit and desirable mods such as:
        +1 to Level of Socketed Gems
        to Damage over Time Multiplier
        Up to 3 Crafted Modifiers
        +2 to Level of Socketed Support Gems
        +40% to Chaos Damage over Time Multiplier

Quiver

    Prioritize Soul Strike for its substantial Energy Shield boost and accelerated Energy Shield Recharge, complementing Wicked Ward.

Helmet

    Seek a rare Hubris Circlet enriched with increased Despair Curse effect under hunter influence, ideally with mods like:
        Nearby Enemies have -9% chaos resistance
        Pair with energy shield and resist affixes

Body Armor

    Shavronne’s Wrappings is indispensable, shielding low HP pools from fatal chaos damage.

Gloves

    Equip rare Fingerless Silk Gloves influenced by the hunter, featuring modifiers like:
        +#% to Chaos Damage over Time Multiplier
        #% increased Energy Shield
        +# to maximum Energy Shield
        Supplement with resistance or attribute affixes

Boots

    Standard rare Sorcerer boots with attributes such as:
        #% increased Energy Shield
        30% increased Movement Speed
        to maximum Energy Shield
        Round off with resistance affixes

Amulet

    Embrace Presence of Chayula for stun immunity and robust Energy Shield bonuses. Anoint Tranquility using 2 Golden Oils and 1 Azure Oil.

Rings

    Begin with Mark of the Shaper, pairing it with an elder-influenced ring for increased spell damage.
    The second ring should feature:
        to maximum Energy Shield
        Strength
        Allow for crafting faster Energy Shield Recharge with an open prefix
        Round out with resistance affixes

Belt

    Secure a rare Crystal Belt under the Crusader influence, enhancing your character with stats like:
        to maximum Energy Shield
        #% Increased Energy Shield
        Complement with resistances and strength modifiers

Jewels

    Prioritize a Watcher’s Eye granting +#% Damage over Time Multiplier during Malevolence’s effect. Additionally, aim for #% of Maximum Mana as Extra Maximum Energy Shield under Clarity’s influence.
    Energy From Within should be placed above the Witch's starting area. Alternatively, seek rare jewels boasting:
        #% to Chaos Damage over Time Multiplier
        #% Increased maximum Energy Shield
        Additional damage mods

Flasks

    Consider incorporating flasks like:
        Alchemist’s Quicksilver Flask of Adrenaline
        Experimenter’s Quartz Flask of Warding
        The Sorrow of The Divine for life-saving utility
        Experimenter’s Silver Flask of Staunching
        Bottled Faith for supplemental damage, or an alternative utility flask

Leveling

Commence with any spell and gradually acquire Contagion and Essence Drain. Transition to a focus on Essence Drain and Contagion until gaining access to Bane in Act 3, simplifying the leveling process even without dedicated gear.