NOTE: Since making the video I took out the wand points on the tree...they did nothing! Added culling strike and some more ES leech (see POB)

Hi Exiles! In this video, I’m showcasing making my Dex Stacking Eye of Winter caster "Old Man Proof" in Path of Exile 3.27.

This build was originally inspired by Captain Lance, and I wanted to see if I could take the concept and make it smoother, more forgiving, and easier to play — without losing what makes it fun. The result is a fast-casting, high-damage Eye of Winter build that focuses on consistency, automation, and layered defenses rather than perfect execution.

You’ll see gameplay from maps and boss fights, followed by a full breakdown of what I changed, why I made those decisions, and how the build performs in real gameplay — not just on paper.

What’s covered in this video:

-Ascendancy and passive tree choices

-Eye of Winter 6-link and skill testing

-Aura setup and reservation management

-Automation, curses, and utility gems

-Defensive layers, gear choices, and Mageblood synergy

This is an expensive build, but it’s one of those setups that feels great when everything comes together. If you enjoy fast casters that don’t require constant micromanagement, this one might be for you.

Build Credit: @CaptainLance9

His video: https://youtu.be/2-_VZMY6qRg?si=nWxFvEif39HR1-7Q

00:00 Intro – Old Man Proof Dex Stacking Eye of Winter

00:06 Gameplay Overview & Goals

03:19 Ascendancy & Passive Tree Choices

04:19 Eye of Winter 6-Link & Skill Testing

05:10 Aura Setup

05:47 Utility, Automation & Curses

06:19 Defensive Layers & Gear Choices

08:36 Outro

My current POB: https://pobb.in/eQJBrE_g-Wcc

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