Rogue Build
Diablo 4features a selection of the most popular classes from the franchise’s history. Each of these archetypal classes has been re-imagined over and over throughout video game history andDiablo 4seeks to try them again. This time around, all the classes feel refined, capable, and incredibly versatile.
The Barbarian especially has come a long way. What was once a meat-headed brute, endlessly spamming Whirlwind enough to make even a Dervish dizzy, has become a finely-tuned, demon slaughtering machine. Blizzard didn’t pull any punches with the Barbarian this time around. Players will thoroughly enjoy using this Barbarian build to cleave through theDiablo 4beta.
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Best Barbarian Build for the Diablo 4 Beta
Barbarians excel at dealing massive damage, taking hits when needed, and weakening enemies when possible. They use theArsenalsystem to equip a variety of weapons to accomplish these goals, and each one can be assigned to a skill for maximum customization.
TheDiablo 4beta has a level capat 25. After the player has reached max level and accrued all the Skill Points given out by Renown Rewards, they’ll have a total of 26 points to distribute. Those 26 points are more than enough to craft a dozen excellent builds.
The following is one such build for theDiablo 4Barbarian titled “Rend & Rupture.” It’s based on a level 25 character, and it prioritizes maximum damage output above all else. It’s also surprisingly tough to kill. Note that thenumbers may varydepending on the character’s stats.
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The Best Attack Pattern for Rend & Rupture Barbarians
Using the build above, the perfect attack pattern relies heavily on precise timing. However, players that can pull it off will utterly destroy eventhe hardest bosses inDiablo 4with this build. Here’s the best way to utilize these skills:
That attack pattern works well on bosses and elites, and it doesn’t requireIron Maelstromwhich players won’t get until near the end. It’s a brutal combination that can bring down any boss in the Fractured Peaks, even at World Tier 2.
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The Best Gear for Rend & Rupture Barbarians
Diablo 4uses a system of randomized bonuses (called affixes) to generate loot. Because of this, it can be a hassle to track down just the right gear. Thankfully, there are quite a fewways to customize gear to suit specific needs. In general, Barbarians using the Rend & Rupture build should attempt to find gear with the following stats:
Barbarians should keep their eyes out for boots with the “+1 Max Evade Charge” effect as that’s incredibly helpful for improving the Barbarian’s mobility. There’s alsoan Aspect that truly breaksDiablo 4called “Defensive Aspect of the Crowded Sage.” It heals the Barbarian an amount based on how many enemies are within close range. With one of those, players can save all their potions for boss fights.
Diablo 4launches June 6 on PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, PS4, and PS5.
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