Divinity 2 Corpse Explosion Skill Book

Hey friend! Grab your coffee (or tea, no judgement here!), let's chat about something seriously fun: the Corpse Explosion skill book in Divinity: Original Sin 2. Oh man, where do I even BEGIN?

Seriously though, if you haven't experienced the sheer joy of making undead (or even regular dead!) enemies explode in a glorious, bloody mess, are you even playing the game right? I mean, come on!

Let's dive deep, shall we? Think of this as your unofficial, super-casual guide to becoming a master of corpse-detonation. You ready? I know I am!

The Basics: What Does Corpse Explosion Actually Do?

Okay, so imagine you've just taken down a particularly annoying magister (they're all annoying, aren't they?). Now, instead of just leaving his lifeless body there, you can... well, detonate it. Like a fleshy, bone-filled grenade. Pretty cool, right? And honestly, insanely effective.

The skill itself deals physical damage in an area around the corpse. The amount of damage depends on a few things, namely your Necromancer skill level and, crucially, the corpse's level. A higher-level corpse? Bigger boom. Simple as that!

It scales really well, too. So, the more you invest in Necromancy, the more devastating your corpse explosions become. It's a beautiful, beautiful cycle of death and... more death. Heh!

And here's a pro-tip for you: the corpse health impacts the explosion radius. Therefore, if the enemy corpse you are planning to explode has 100% health, you are getting the biggest bang for your buck! Try to explode them as soon as they die.

Who Can Learn It?

Anyone can learn Corpse Explosion, provided they have a spare skill book slot. You don't need to be a dedicated Necromancer, though that definitely helps. You can slap it on a mage, a warrior, even a sneaky rogue if you're feeling particularly eccentric. Imagine a rogue, sneaking behind enemy lines, then suddenly BAM! Corpse explosion chaos! Unexpected, right?

Of course, the skill scales with your intelligence. So, if you are a warrior with a high Strength stat, maybe your damage from the explosion would not be that great. Just keep that in mind!

And remember, you'll need a source point to cast it. Source Points are the currency of epic spells, so use them wisely... but also, don't be afraid to blow stuff up!

Where To Find The Corpse Explosion Skill Book

Alright, let's get down to brass tacks. Where do you actually find this magical book of boom?

There are a few guaranteed spots. Honestly, the best is probably selling it. Traders who sell Necromancer skill books will almost always have one in stock. Specifically, look for traders in:

• Fort Joy (early game, tricky to get source points this early!)
• Driftwood (Act 2, much easier to acquire!)
• Arx (Act 4, you're practically a god by this point)

Trader locations may vary, so explore all traders that have Necromancer books in the area. If you do not see it in their inventory, try to level up and return to refresh the traders inventory.

Don't underestimate the power of random loot either! You might find it in a chest, or even pickpocket it off some unsuspecting NPC. Hey, no judgement here. We've all been there. Right?

Why Corpse Explosion is Amazing

Okay, so besides the obvious fun factor (and trust me, it's HUGE), Corpse Explosion is genuinely a fantastic skill for a few reasons:

• Area of Effect (AOE) Damage: It hits multiple enemies! Crowd control is key in Divinity 2, and this is a fantastic way to deal with clustered foes. Think of it as your personal "get off me" button.
• Physical Damage: This is super important! A lot of enemies have high magical armor, but physical armor? Not so much. Corpse Explosion bypasses a lot of magical defenses.
• Scalability: As mentioned, it gets stronger as you level up your Necromancy skill. Meaning, it stays relevant throughout the entire game. No need to ditch it later on!
• Tactical Advantage: Use it to set off environmental effects! Oil barrels? BOOM! Poison clouds? MEGA-BOOM! Get creative, and the possibilities are endless.
• It's Hilarious: Seriously. Watching a group of enemies get launched into the air by a chain reaction of exploding corpses never gets old. Never.

Think of it this way: Ifan is your primary character? Why not take the Corpse Explosion book and turn him into a necromancer who can still shoot his crossbow? You would be surprised how well these kinds of builds can work!

Tips and Tricks for Maximum Corpse Explosion Mayhem

Alright, time for some advanced techniques! Let's turn you from a novice corpse-detonator into a true master of mayhem.

• Teleportation is Your Friend: Group enemies together, then detonate a nearby corpse for maximum impact! Teleport skills are your best friend here.
• Rain of Blood + Corpse Explosion = Profit: Blood surfaces amplify Necromancer damage! A little rain of blood before you blow things up? Genius! Pure genius!
• Consider Living on the Edge: This one is advanced. It is a talent that causes your character's damage to increase, but they lose armor. If your character is already built to do absurd amounts of damage, then Corpse Explosion is going to do even more.
• Plan Ahead: Don't just blow up the first corpse you see! Think about the positioning of enemies, the terrain, and potential environmental hazards. Strategy, my friend, is key!
• Embrace the Undead: Summon undead creatures! They're practically walking bombs! Use them to draw enemy fire, then... well, you know what to do.
• The "Mass Corpse Explosion" Dream: Okay, this is the holy grail. Imagine a battlefield littered with corpses. Now, imagine detonating all of them at once. It's possible (with some clever positioning and planning), and it's the most satisfying thing you'll ever do in this game.

Potential Downsides (Because Nothing's Perfect, Right?)

Okay, let's be real. Corpse Explosion isn't always the perfect solution. There are a few drawbacks to consider:

• Corpse Dependency: Duh! You need corpses to explode things. Obvious, I know, but sometimes you'll be fighting enemies that don't leave corpses behind (like constructs or certain elementals). Then you're kinda outta luck.
• Friendly Fire: Be careful where you aim that boom! You can damage your own party members with the explosion. Positioning is crucial! (Unless you're playing with a group of masochists, then go wild!)
• Necrophobe Issues: Some NPCs might react negatively to you exploding corpses in public. Just a heads up if you're trying to maintain a good reputation. (Though, let's be honest, who cares what they think?)
• Resistances: Some enemies might have high physical resistance, making the explosion less effective. But hey, that's what other skills are for! Variety is the spice of life (and death)!

Corpse Explosion: Is It Worth It?

Unequivocally, YES! Despite its minor drawbacks, Corpse Explosion is an incredibly powerful and fun skill that can carry you through some of the toughest fights in Divinity: Original Sin 2.

It's versatile, it's effective, and it's undeniably satisfying. Plus, it adds a certain... je ne sais quoi... to your combat encounters. A certain flair. A certain... explosive flair!

So, go forth, my friend! Find that skill book, embrace the power of Necromancy, and start blowing things up! You won't regret it. I promise!

And hey, if you ever need any more tips or just want to share your most epic corpse explosion stories, you know where to find me. Happy gaming!

Now, if you excuse me, I feel like jumping back into DOS2 and causing some mayhem!