MMOexp POE 2: The life gained on kill helps sustain

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In the brutal world of Path of Exile 2, where every decision counts and survival hinges on the strength of your build, unique weapons can significantly shape the tide of your journey. One such early-game powerhouse is Hrimnor's Hymn, a two-handed mace that's perfect for players leaning into slam-focused melee builds. This unique weapon offers an ideal balance of physical damage, utility, and flavor for characters starting their campaign in Wraeclast.
In this guide, we'll break down everything you need to know about Hrimnor's Hymn, including how to acquire it, what it does, and how POE2 Currency can help you get your hands on it faster.
What Is Hrimnor's Hymn
Hrimnor's Hymn is a Unique Oak Greathammer, a type of two-handed mace that packs a brutal punch and fits perfectly into any melee build focused on Stun, Slam Skills, and Life on Kill bonuses.
Here are the item stats:
    Item Type: Two-Handed Mace
    Physical Damage: 14–26
    Critical Strike Chance: 5.00%
    Attacks per Second: 1.05
    Weapon Range: 1.3 metres
    Required Level: 4
    Required Strength: 11
Special Properties:
    +(30–50)% increased Stun Buildup
    (80–120)% increased Physical Damage
    +(10–15) to Strength
    Gain (10–20) Life per Enemy Killed
    Slam Skills you use cause Aftershocks
This weapon is clearly designed for players who want to feel the raw force of every hit, especially those using Slam Skills like Earthquake, Ground Slam, or the newly refined Tectonic Slam in POE 2.
Why Hrimnor's Hymn Is Worth Getting
While Hrimnor's Hymn drops early in the game, it provides enormous value. The combination of increased Stun Buildup, Life on Kill, and the unique Aftershock mechanic means that your character can not only deal consistent area damage but also benefit from greater enemy control and sustain in combat.
Here's why it stands out:
    Perfect for leveling: Due to its low level requirement (only level 4), it's a great weapon for new characters.
    Aftershocks amplify Slam builds: Slam skills causing aftershocks offer extra damage bursts, creating shockwaves that devastate packs of enemies.
    Survivability boost: The life gained on kill helps sustain through packs of mobs, an often overlooked advantage in POE 2 Orbs hardcore and solo-self-found (SSF) modes.
    High base damage scaling: With up to 120% increased physical damage and added Strength, the weapon scales well even when used beyond the early acts.