I hopped back into Path of Exile 2 thinking I could brute-force my way through tougher maps the old-fashioned way. Didn't happen. Damage ramps up, mistakes get punished, and your "one big defense stat" starts feeling like a paper shield. You'll notice it fast when you're tweaking gear, flasks, and even trading for upgrades like PoE 2 Currency just to keep pace. The game's pushing you toward...