Dear fellow exiles, MMOJUGG Ladder Insights are back! With the launch of the Dawn of the Hunt league in Path of Exile 2, we‘re here to bring you daily updates on the ladder rankings and class trends. Day 1 has already delivered intense competition, and we’re excited to share the latest standings with you. If you enjoy these updates, feel free to bookmark our site for easy access to future insights, and don’t forget to check out our shop for exclusive gear to enhance your new luegue adventure. Let’s dive into the Day 1 rankings![Quick Link to Day 2]

Dawn of the Hunt Standard Ladder Rankings – Day 1

The Standard ladder showcases the fastest levelers in a trade-enabled environment. Here are the top 10 players after 12 hours:

Rank	Account	Character	Class	Level
1	zalupus2#7294	qweqweasdzxczxc	Gemling Legionnaire	76
2	MaL0yy#0553	CCCXLV	Titan	75
3	LiesofKing#1341	BromkarAmazon	Amazon	75
4	poednd#5894	VadimDarkSouls	Gemling Legionnaire	74
5	cn00588305#5021	钛角大魔王	Titan	74
6	PoeEnjoyer04#4291	NecroWitchLich	Lich	74
7	Bamboozled#9582	TrakerVilka	Gemling Legionnaire	74
8	doomsdayargument#2852	Taida_Parasma	Lich	74
9	kpx27#0939	loveandhate_DOTH	Invoker	74
10	andervenl123#4626	QuantityRarity_Midas	Ritualist	73

Gemling Legionnaire is off to a strong start, with zalupus2#7294 leading at level 76, thanks to recent buffs to crossbows that enhance its damage.  Titan and Amazon are close behind, with MaL0yy#0553 and LiesofKing#1341 both at level 75, showing early strength.  Invoker and Ritualist at ranks 9 and 10 indicate a diverse meta, as players experiment with new classes and mechanics.

Dawn of the Hunt Hardcore Ladder Rankings – Day 1

Hardcore mode tests survival skills. Here are the top 10 players after 12 hours:

Rank	Account	Character	Class	Level
1	Maszkusik#3994	FERO_SMITH	Smith of Kitava	69
2	Ben_#4007	Ben_Crossbowguy	Deadeye	69
3	AlkaizerX#7789	AlkOLD	Smith of Kitava	63
4	Zeref-TR#9091	Zereffffff (Dead)	Warrior	60
5	Explicitskill#0138	ExplicitSkillSmith	Smith of Kitava	56
6	idklbcool#4254	warwarwarwarw	Smith of Kitava	55
7	donkatzu#7413	용사사용사용 (Dead)	Deadeye	54
8	Sarge2#0184	sargetwo_SystemOfACATW (Dead)	Invoker	54
9	Quantrik#5397	QuantrikGrenade	Titan	54
10	Kikko420#6689	KikkoIMP	Lich	53

Smith of Kitava dominates the Hardcore ladder, with four players in the top 10, including Maszkusik#3994 leading at level 69. Its defensive capabilities are crucial in this mode.  Deadeye also performs well, with Ben_#4007 matching the leader at level 69, but the presence of three dead characters (ranks 4, 7, and 8) highlights the unforgiving nature of Hardcore.  Lich sneaks into the top 10 at rank 10, suggesting potential for durable builds.And we say: Rest in peace - to the dead.

Dawn of the Hunt Solo Self-Found (SSF) Ladder Rankings – Day 1

SSF players rely on self-found gear. Here are the top 5 after 12 hours:

Rank	Account	Character	Class	Level
1	Tuadh#4147	Tuadh_LichWitch	Lich	76
2	Neowins#0367	Clappens	Smith of Kitava	76
3	CARNDARAK#3163	cArnGachiBlacksmith	Smith of Kitava	75
4	ychizzz#5659	CN_yinian_SSF	Gemling Legionnaire	74
5	alefa88#5260	POETWOBADtliwhen	Smith of Kitava	72

Lich and Smith of Kitava are tied at the top, with Tuadh#4147 and Neowins#0367 both at level 76.  Gemling Legionnaire holds strong at rank 4, proving its competitiveness in a self-sustaining environment.  Smith of Kitava occupies three of the top five spots, likely due to its synergy with crafting mechanics.

Dawn of the Hunt Hardcore Solo Self-Found (HC SSF) Ladder Rankings – Day 1

HC SSF combines the toughest challenges. Here are the top 5 after 12 hours:

Rank	Account	Character	Class	Level
1	myklose#0979	driz_nocluewhatido	Witchhunter	67
2	lightspeedcake#7715	mostly_chrono (Dead)	Chronomancer	60
3	12gido#5261	gido	Smith of Kitava	59
4	Angormus#4067	NoSmithOMEGALUL	Smith of Kitava	57
5	Angormus#4067	AngormusInMaps (Dead)	Warrior	56

Witchhunter leads the HC SSF ladder at level 67, with myklose#0979 showcasing its resilience.  Smith of Kitava secures ranks 3 and 4, further cementing its status as a survival powerhouse.  The presence of two dead characters (ranks 2 and 5) serves as a stark reminder of the mode’s brutal difficulty.And we say again: Rest in peace to the dead.

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That's all Day 1 ladder update for the Dawn of the Hunt league in Path of Exile 2. The early meta is taking shape, with Gemling Legionnaire excelling due to crossbow buffs, while Smith of Kitava and Lich dominate in Hardcore and SSF modes. We’ll be back with daily updates, so bookmark our site to stay informed and visit our shop to enhance your gameplay in the new league. See you tomorrow for Day 2!