30Jan 2024 by Noah Miller
Diablo IV – Cautionary Insights on Paingorger and Aspect of Adaptability

Diablo IV – Cautionary Insights on Paingorger and Aspect of Adaptability

Diablo 4
I feel compelled to share a cautionary note for those eager to delve into theorycrafting with the unique Paingorger's Gauntlets, shedding light on what synergies work and what aspects might not align as expected. The core description of Paingorger reads: "Damaging enemies with a cast Non–Basic Skill marks them for 3 seconds. When a Basic Skill first hits a marked enemy, the Basic Skill’s damage is echoed to all marked enemies, dealing 100–200%[x] increased damage." However, the pivotal detail lies in the phrase "The Basic Skill's damage." This signifies the damage as presented in the tooltip, such as the range for Bone Splinters (e.g., 1,086-1,327). Consequently, here's a breakdown of what doesn't work with this unique, based on tests conducted on a Bone Necromancer: Crits: Echoed damage cannot benefit from…
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21Aug 2023 by Noah Miller
What attributes contribute to the Druid’s strength

What attributes contribute to the Druid’s strength

Diablo 4
What attributes contribute to the Druid's strength? I've heard that the Druid encounters difficulties while leveling, but becomes highly potent in the late game. Is this due to Paragon points, specific unique equipment, or is the strength exaggerated? I've decided to give the Druid a try, and I'm currently in the early stages of the game. I'm curious about how the progression unfolds. The Druid can arguably be considered the most powerful class in the end game. While it's true that some claim the Druid faces challenges during early game, there exist some quite potent leveling strategies. The exceptional power in the end game emerges from a multitude of factors. Many classes have distinct builds for battling Lilith, pushing Tier 100 content, and efficiently clearing Tier 50 runs. These builds…
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