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<p>With all the Diablo 4 promotions and events happening lately, it&#8217;s easy to get overwhelmed. </p>



<p>Thankfully, Reddit user <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/TheLightdarker/?utm_source=embedv2&amp;utm_medium=post_embed&amp;utm_content=header&amp;embed_host_url=https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/news/diablo-iv-promotions-tracker-stay-updated-on-exclusive-in-game-rewards-latest-events/">TheLightdarker</a> has put together the ultimate tracker to help you keep track and ensure you don&#8217;t miss out on any current or future rewards!</p>



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<p>Click the &#8220;Read More&#8221; button to reveal the contents.</p>



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Diablo IV Promotions Tracker: Stay Updated on Exclusive In-Game Rewards & Latest Events!


<p>Blizzard has just made big adjustments to the <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/guides/lair-boss-system-guide/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lair Boss system</a> ahead of Season 8&#8217;s launch, making it much easier and more rewarding to farm bosses for <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/guides/how-to-farm-uniques-from-bosses/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Uniques</a> and <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/guides/how-to-farm-uber-uniques/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Mythic Uniques</a>.</p>



<p>As a quick refresher: <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/guides/lair-boss-system-guide/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lair Bosses</a> are Diablo 4&#8217;s tiered endgame bosses, grouped into Initiate, Greater, and Exalted bosses. You no longer need materials to summon them, but <strong>you do need keys to unlock their hoard of rewards once they are defeated</strong>. And importantly, every player in the group needs their own keys to access the chest. That meant that for a 4-player group, you would need <strong>4x the listed amount of keys</strong>, which makes farming rather demanding.</p>



<p>But now, Blizzard is easing the grind. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Increased Lair Boss Key Drops</h2>



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<li><strong>Helltide Chests</strong> give more <a class="icy-gtnbrg-link" href="#"><span class="icy-gtnbrg-tooltip"><img decoding="async" class="icy-gtnbrg-tooltip-img" src="https://static.icy-veins.com/wp/static/d4/latest/images/icons/2DInventory_Quest_Keys_7.webp" alt="Living Steel"><span class="tooltip-spell-name" data-item-type="Boss Summoning" data-item-quality="normal">Living Steel</span></span></a></li>



<li><strong>Nightmare Dungeons</strong> drop more <a class="icy-gtnbrg-link" href="#"><span class="icy-gtnbrg-tooltip"><img decoding="async" class="icy-gtnbrg-tooltip-img" src="https://static.icy-veins.com/wp/static/d4/latest/images/icons/2DInventory_Quest_MiscTrinkets_46.webp" alt="Distilled Fear"><span class="tooltip-spell-name" data-item-type="Boss Summoning" data-item-quality="normal">Distilled Fear</span></span></a></li>



<li><strong>Blood Maiden</strong>, <strong>Legion Events</strong>, and <strong>World Bosses</strong> now give more <a class="icy-gtnbrg-link" href="#"><span class="icy-gtnbrg-tooltip"><img decoding="async" class="icy-gtnbrg-tooltip-img" src="https://static.icy-veins.com/wp/static/d4/latest/images/icons/2DInventory_Quest_MiscTrinkets_6.webp" alt="Exquisite Blood"><span class="tooltip-spell-name" data-item-type="Boss Summoning" data-item-quality="normal">Exquisite Blood</span></span></a></li>



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<p>This is especially welcome for Greater and Exalted bosses, as their keys are only obtained by farming Initiate bosses. So reducing their cost directly reduces the grind!</p>



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<p>On top of the key changes, Lair Bosses now drop <strong>7 Unique items</strong> on Torment IV, up from 6!</p>



<p>Overall, this update makes Lair Boss farming much more accessible, especially for groups, and hopefully more satisfying. <strong>Don&#8217;t forget Season 8 starts on April 29! </strong></p>


Boss Farming Just Got Easier in Diablo 4’s Season 8


<p>With the arrival of <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/news/belial-returns-in-diablo-iv-season-8-unleash-boss-powers-and-battle-deception-starting-april-29/"><strong>Season 8: Belial’s Return</strong></a>, Blizzard is changing how players earn seasonal rewards, tying them more closely to the <strong>Season Journey</strong> and offering exclusive new bonuses, including a cat pet named Iris.</p>



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<p>As players advance through Season 8’s structured objectives, they’ll now unlock more than in previous seasons, where it was mainly used for boosting your Battle Pass. Chapter rewards from the <strong>Season Journey now</strong> include <strong>Resplendent Sparks</strong>, and the ultimate reward: <strong>Iris the Cat</strong>, the new adorable and also scary companion.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Season Blessings and Smoldering Ashes Move to the Journey</h2>



<p>In a significant change from past seasons, <strong>Season Blessings and Smoldering Ashes are no longer tied to the season&#8217;s Battle Pass</strong>. Instead, they’re now integrated into the Season Journey, earned by completing objectives and progressing through chapters. This new system aligns player effort directly with gameplay benefits, making the grind feel more rewarding.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Once unlocked, <strong>Smoldering Ashes</strong> can be used to activate a new set of <strong>Season Blessings</strong>. These are now connected to the <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/news/choose-your-own-rewards-with-the-diablo-4-battle-pass-rework-how-reliquaries-work/"><strong>Reliquaries system</strong></a><strong> </strong>introduced in Season 8.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Here Are the Blessings You Can Unlock in Season 8</h2>



<p>Players can choose how to spend their Ashes across a lineup of Season 8-exclusive <strong>Urns</strong>. Each of them offers gameplay advantages tied to endgame content:</p>



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<li><strong>Urn of Oaths</strong>: Increases Unveiler’s Oath reputation gain</li>



<li><strong>Urn of Masterworking</strong>: Boosts drop rates for <strong>Obducite</strong> in Nightmare Dungeons and Infernal Hordes</li>



<li><strong>Urn of Lies</strong>: Raises the chance of summoning <strong>Belial</strong> after defeating a Lair Boss</li>



<li><strong>Urn of Ancestral Whispers</strong>: Improves chances to earn an <strong>Ancestral Cache</strong> when turning in Whispers</li>



<li><strong>Urn of Glyphs</strong>: Offers a chance to earn an <strong>extra upgrade</strong> when leveling glyphs<br></li>
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<p>These targeted boosts give players more control over their seasonal progression. Whether you’re chasing glyph upgrades or hoping for more Belial encounters, the Season Journey system makes it easier to tailor your rewards.</p>



<p>What do you think about the new overhaul of the Journey system? Let us know on X!</p>


Season Journey System Overhaul in Belial’s Return Brings Ashes, Resplendent Sparks and More Rewards, Including an Eyeful of a Cat


<p>Diablo 4&#8217;s collaboration with Kentaro Miura&#8217;s Berserk arrives on <strong>May 6</strong>, delivering limited-time cosmetics, themed armor sets, and an in-game event revolving around slaying elite demons to collect Behelits. These can be traded in for exclusive rewards through the <strong>Berserk Reliquary</strong>.</p>



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<p>Players can also head to the in-game shop to claim new cosmetics tied to the world of Berserk, from cursed markings and relics of war to a mysterious pet bundle and mount armor!</p>



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<section class="blog">Straight from the pages of Kentaro Miura’s beloved dark fantasy, the threads and armors of iconic characters from Berserk can soon be yours.</p>
<p>Set in a medieval, dark fantasy world, Berserk centers on themes of betrayal, revenge, sacrifice, and monstrous power. Celebrate Berserk with limited-time cosmetics you can earn and collect so your characters can walk in the footsteps of these legendary figures. Don relics of war, symbols of ambition, echoes of vengeance. Wear them and become a part of the legend.</p>
<p>On <b>May 6</b>, Kentaro Miura’s iconic manga comes to life within the bloodied chaos of Estuar. Visit the in-game shop and defeat powerful demons to earn darkly glorious in-game cosmetics worthy of the Black Swordsman.</p>
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<p><i>He stands as coughs rack his body, contorting his heavily wounded frame, streaking the snow crimson. Between shocks of pain, Femto’s unyielding rage burns bright in his mind. He struggles, leaning on a sword almost too big to be called a sword. Too big, too thick, too heavy, and too rough, more like a hunk of iron.</i></p>
<p><i>He scans his surroundings; mountainous peaks fracture the sky. Smoke rises in the distance to anchor this moonless night. He breathes and steadies himself, his eye catching a most curious artifact amidst the blood-streaked frost. A small egg with the makings of a face writhes in agony, a silent cry of anguish escaping its lips. He listens as the roar of frenzied monsters fill the air, his Brand of Sacrifice bleeding from their demonic presence. He grins contended, for he’ll hunt and kill all those wretched monsters. Down to the last one.</i></p>
<h4>Slay Demons; Earn Behelits</h4>
<p>Slaying powerful elite enemies in-game has a chance to drop sinister Behelits, oviod creatures which grant audience to powerful demons capable of terrible sacrifice. These Behelits can be collected and then used to earn Berserk themed cosmetics.</p>
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<p>Trade in Behelits to the Berserk Reliquary to claim items befitting the will of Godhand themselves. Claim the <b>Hawks Destiny Back trophy</b>, which houses the shackles that once held the fallen knight Griffith captive, the honorable <b>Skull Knight’s Heraldry Mount Armor</b>, or the cursed <b>Brand of Sacrifice Marking</b>.</p>
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<p>The <b>Foretold Eclipse Headstone</b> evokes the great sacrifice that devoured the Band of the Hawk to exalt their most trusted Commander, Griffith.</p>
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<p>Upon seizing all items in this Reliquary, you’ll earn the <b>Od of the Berserker Emblem</b>, a potent symbol that aligns with the unflinching violence of its wearer.</p>
<p>For more information on the in-game Reliquary, please visit our blog <a href="https://news.blizzard.com/article/24189530" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>.</p>
<h4>Claim Iconic Armor in the in-game Shop</h4>
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<p>The loyalty of the ill-fated Band of the Hawk’s Mercenaries was only matched by their bravery in combat. Become the legend of the Black Swordsman and don the Barbarian’s <b>Berserker Armor</b>, avenge your fallen brethren as you swear vengeance on Femto while cleaving demons by the hundred. As a Necromancer, wear the finery of <b>The Skull Knight</b>, the ancient enigma, eternal foe of the inhumans. Wander together next to <b>Chimimoryo Schnoz Pet</b>, the oddity of the Astral Plane.</p>
<p>You have from <b>May 6</b> to the end of Season 8: Belial’s Return to visit the in-game Shop to alter your destiny and secure these cosmetics for your own.</p>
<h4>The Berserker Armor, Barbarian</h4>
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<h4>The Hawk of Light, Rogue</h4>
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<h4>The Struggler, Rogue</h4>
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<h4>The Skull Knight, Necromancer</h4>
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<h4>The Schnoz, Pet Bundle</h4>
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<p><i>The Schnoz Pet bundle includes the Mask Rakshas Mount Trophy, and Chimimoryo’s Resemblance.</i></p>
<h4>Warhorse of the Hawk, Mount and Mount Armor</h4>
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<p><i>The Warhorse of the Hawk bundle includes the Fantasia Mount, Fantasia’s Bridle, Reborn Band of the Hawk Mount Trophy, and God Hand’s Gift Mount Trophy.</i></p>
<h2>Berserk Twitch Drops</h2>
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<p><i>“These two&#8230; are not yet destined to die. There is no time.” &#8211; Skull Knight, following the events of the Eclipse</i></p>
<p>To celebrate the collision of Diablo IV and Kentaro Miura’s Berserk, we will have a Support a Streamer initiative for the <b>Skull Behelit Mount Trophy</b>. For more information related on how to earn this otherworldly cosmetic, stay tuned for a future blog.</p>
<p>You did well to reach this far, reader. It would seem this is one of the ends.</p>
<p>Struggle, endure, contend, for that alone is the sword of one who defies death.<br />
—The Diablo IV Team</p>
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Diablo 4 x Berserk Crossover Brings Iconic Armor, Behelits, and More


<p>The new Battle Pass is here this week, and we finally got a preview for it! </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Base System</h2>



<p>Reliquaries is the new name for the Battle Pass, and the major difference is that you can actually choose what you get when! No more filling out most of the pass just to get that one cosmetic you wanted! There are now four Reliquaries to choose from, with different rewards in each. One will be free and even award some Platinum, and three of them will be accessed with Platinum. There&#8217;s a bundle to unlock all three, which costs the same as the old base Battle Pass, so you can still grab all of it if you wish. </p>



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<p>In addition to the four &#8220;basic&#8221; Reliquaries, which will be available for the entire season, there will also be special ones throughout. These are the Event Reliquaries, and will be used for things like the Berserk IP collaboration and other special events. Presumably, this is referring to the seasonal events and similar. </p>



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<p>Once you&#8217;ve unlocked your Reliquary, you can now get any item from it in any order. You do this by spending Favor Tokens. You gain these simply by slaying monsters and completing quests. There is one reward you can&#8217;t choose immediately, however. The bonus reward is free and unlocks once you got all the other rewards from that specific Reliquary. </p>



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<p>We have a basic overview of Season 8&#8217;s items below as well. The free option is a mix of many things, basically the usual free Battle Pass track with a Town Portal cosmetic, Weapon Cosmetics, Horse cosmetics, and Platinum. Then there&#8217;s the three paid-for Reliquaries, one featuring weapons, one armor, and one with the &#8220;beasts&#8221; theme. That last one has cosmetics for your mounts and a pet. </p>



<p>Each Reliquary has one part of the seasonal armor set as their bonus reward, with the base one rewarding gloves, weapons rewarding boots, armor legs, and beasts helm. </p>



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<p>Each of the Premium currency cost Reliquaries will also have a weapon cosmetic for players to get without having to pay the cost to unlock the individual Reliquary. You simply spend your Favor Tokens to get them. </p>



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<p>A new way to earn rewards has arrived: Reliquaries! This refresh of the Battle Pass system lets you choose the order in which you earn rewards. A Reliquary is a catalog of rewards that can be purchased using a special currency. To gain access to most Reliquaries, you must first purchase them using Platinum.</p>
<h3>Types of Reliquaries Available</h3>
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<p>Within the new Reliquaries system, there are Battle Pass and Event Reliquaries. The former consists of 4 individual Reliquaries you can earn rewards from. Our next season, Belial’s Return, will have these 4 Battle Pass Reliquary options: Belial’s Return, Weapons, Beasts, and Armor.</p>
<p>Belial’s Return is a non-premium Battle Pass Reliquary, which means it doesn’t require Platinum to access. It even contains a couple hundred Platinum for you to unlock. Weapons, Beasts, and Armor are Premium Reliquaries that can be purchased with Platinum individually for 200/500/800 or as part of the Battle Pass Bundle for 1,000 Platinum. The contents of a Reliquary can be viewed at any time, so look on April 29 and decide how you’d like to spend your Platinum. Battle Pass Reliquaries will be available for the full duration of the season they release with.</p>
<p>As for Event Reliquaries, certain milestone events and IP collaborations will have a Reliquary dedicated to them. These will generally be available for shorter periods of time, so you should check on this tab every now and then. Outside of their limited nature, Event Reliquaries will function like their Battle Pass counterparts.</p>
<h3>How Reliquary Items are Unlocked</h3>
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<p>Each Reliquary hosts cosmetic rewards that will help you further customize your wanderer. But unlike our previous Battle Pass system, now you will choose the order in which rewards are unlocked. Some Reliquaries have a specific theme to them, which informs the type of cosmetic items you can claim from it. Items in a Reliquary can be claimed in whatever order you desire, and you can claim items from any Reliquary you have access to at any time while it is available.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
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<p>These red, circular tokens called Favor Tokens are how you unlock items from a Reliquary. Favor <b>can only</b> be earned by slaying monsters and completing quests. At the top of the Reliquaries system menu you’ll see a progress bar indicating how close you are to obtaining your next Favor Token. You can hold up to 99 Favor Tokens at a time and must spend some before you’re able to earn more. Up to 99 Favor Tokens can be saved for future seasons.</p>
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<p>You may have noticed one item in the above Reliquary has a star icon on it—this is a Bonus Reward. These rewards are automatically unlocked once you have unlocked all other items in that Reliquary using Favor Tokens. Bonus Rewards are just that, a bonus, and don’t require Favor Tokens to claim. Don’t forget to claim them as soon as they are unlocked!</p>
<h3>What Rewards Come in Each Reliquary this Season?</h3>
<p>The Bonus Reward for each Reliquary this season is a piece of the fabled Guise of the Deceiver Armor set. Complete all 4 Battle Pass Reliquaries to acquire this stunning armor set. Each of the Premium Battle Pass Reliquaries also includes 1 non-premium Weapon Cosmetic that does not require you to pay Platinum to access. It will still cost Favor to unlock these items.</p>
<p><b>Belial’s Return:</b> A mixed bag containing a Town Portal cosmetic, Weapon Cosmetics, Horse cosmetics, and even Platinum. Gloves belonging to the Guise of the Deceiver armor transmog set are the Bonus Reward.</p>
<p><b>Weapons:</b> The name really says it all. Weapon cosmetics to support many class fantasies can be found here. Boots belonging to the Guise of the Deceiver armor set are the Bonus Reward.</p>
<p><b>Beasts:</b> Your animal companion deserves something nice for all the Gold they’ve fetched, and miles travelled across Sanctuary. Mounts, Mount cosmetics, and a Pet can be earned from this Reliquary. Legs belonging to the Guise of the Deceiver armor set are the Bonus Reward.</p>
<p><b>Armor:</b> In a world with snarling monstrosities, armor truly makes the wanderer. Cosmetic Armor Sets for each class, and a Town Portal cosmetic can be earned from this Reliquary. The Chest and Helm belonging to the Guise of the Deceiver armor set are the Bonus Reward.</p>
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<p>Fully completing each Reliquary is no easy feat. May the Guise of the Deceiver armor set be a token of your accomplishment. Drive fear into the blacked hearts of the Burning Hell’s ranks as a glimmering warrior of Sanctuary.</p>
<h3>Reliquaries FAQ</h3>
<p><b>Where did Season Blessings go?</b></p>
<p><i>Season Blessings, including the Smoldering Ashes used to unlock them, have moved to the Season Journey menu. The way they operate remains unchanged.</i></p>
<p><b>What happens to Battle Pass Tokens I currently own?</b></p>
<p><i>Anyone who owns an unspent Battle Pass Token will have it automatically exchanged between <b>April 25, 10 a.m.—April 27, 10 a.m. PDT</b>. Owners will receive the following items depending on the type of Battle Pass Token they own:</i></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li><i>Premium Battle Pass Token=Reliquary Premium Battle Pass Token</i></li>
<li><i>Accelerated Battle Pass Upgrade Token= 1,800 Platinum</i></li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><i>All exchanges are of equal value under the new Reliquaries system. <a href="https://battle.net/support/article/000375969" target="_blank" rel="noopener">See this Customer Service article</a> to learn more.</i></p>
<p><b>What happens to unclaimed Reliquaries Rewards at the end of a Season?</b></p>
<p><i>Any unclaimed Reliquary rewards will disappear once the Reliquary they’re from expires. To see when a Reliquary expires, look for the countdown timer above each individual Reliquary in the feature’s menu. You can also find this information in the details pane located at the top-left corner of the respective Reliquary’s menu.</i></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><i>Since Battle Pass Reliquaries are available for Eternal Realm players, and end at the conclusion of the season, we recommend these players pay careful attention to the time remaining for each Reliquary.</i></p>
<h3>In-Game and External Shop Changes</h3>
<p>To prepare for the release of Reliquaries, Vessel of Hatred bundles containing Battle Pass Tokens will be unavailable for purchase in our in-game shop from <b>April 25–April 29</b>, and from Battle.net, Steam, the Microsoft Store, and the PlayStation Store for a few hours on April 25.</p>
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Choose Your Own Rewards With the Diablo 4 Battle Pass Rework: How Reliquaries Work

Belial Returns in Diablo IV Season 8—Unleash Boss Powers and Battle Deception Starting April 29


<p>A new post on the <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/diablo4/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow">Diablo 4 subreddit</a> has reignited discussion around one of the game&#8217;s core design problems: If item power is king, why are builds so one-dimensional?</p>



<p>The issue? Most builds rely heavily on one or two mandatory items, like the Sorcerer&#8217;s <a class="icy-gtnbrg-link" href="#"><span class="icy-gtnbrg-tooltip"><img decoding="async" class="icy-gtnbrg-tooltip-img" src="https://static.icy-veins.com/wp/static/d4/latest/images/icons/2DInventory_Items_Helms_171.webp" alt="Starfall Coronet"><span class="tooltip-spell-name" data-item-type="Helm" data-item-quality="unique">Starfall Coronet</span></span></a> for Meteor, and offer very little freedom when it comes to actually customizing your skills or playstyle. In other words: if you want to run <a class="icy-gtnbrg-link" href="#"><span class="icy-gtnbrg-tooltip"><img decoding="async" data-tooltip-name="Meteor" class="icy-gtnbrg-tooltip-img" src="https://static.icy-veins.com/wp/static/d4/latest/images/icons/2DUI_Skills_Sorceress_99.webp" alt="Meteor"><span class="tooltip-spell-name d4-text">Meteor</span></span></a>, you are not really making a &#8220;Meteor build&#8221; so much as you are playing Blizzard&#8217;s pre-designed version of one.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Skill Trees Need to Do More</h2>



<p>The top suggestion is to simply give players more meaningful choices within the skill tree itself. Instead of just picking Meteor and scaling its damage, why not let us choose between:</p>



<ul>
<li>Meteors that split on impact and cause burn</li>



<li>Lightning Meteors with shock damage and stuns</li>



<li>Ice Meteors that slow and freeze</li>



<li>Orbiting Meteors for AoE builds</li>



<li>Faster or larger Meteors for clear speed vs bossing</li>
</ul>



<p>This kind of modular design–think something like <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d3/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Diablo 3</a>&#8216;s skill runes, but deeper–would let us build around the same skill in different ways. And as several commenters pointed out, this approach could reduce item bloat while boosting build variety.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Less Meta, More Creative Builds</h2>



<p>The post struck a nerve because it taps into a much deeper frustration: <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Diablo 4</a> often feels like it limits your creativity instead of rewarding it. Most builds revolve around stacking damage on a single skill, with every other slot just being there to support it or keep you alive.</p>



<p><strong>That formula works, but it does not feel very &#8220;Diablo&#8221;.</strong></p>



<p>And while this is Reddit we are talking about, the sentiment carries over into the community as a whole. Players want to experiment again. They want synergy between skills, weird elemental conversions, conditional effects, and all the crazy stuff that made builds like the Thorns Paladin or Frozen Orb Sorc so fun to discover in older games.</p>



<p>And it is not just about difficulty. As one player put it, &#8220;<em>Right now, the game feels too easy. It is not a question of if you&#8217;ll become powerful, just when. And then what?</em>&#8220;</p>



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<blockquote class="reddit-embed-bq" style="height:316px" ><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/diablo4/comments/1k3188h/if_diablo_4_wants_to_focus_on_power_through_items/">If Diablo 4 wants to focus on power through items, it needs to focus on skills for build variety.</a><br> by<a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/Deidarac5/">u/Deidarac5</a> in<a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/diablo4/">diablo4</a></blockquote><script async src="https://embed.reddit.com/widgets.js" charset="UTF-8"></script>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Let Diablo Be Fun Again</h2>



<p>The point is not to make the game harder for everyone or turn it into a punishing simulator. Most of the comments agree: Diablo should be about finding cool gear, unlocking fun combos, and playing your way. Not chasing a single meta every season.</p>



<p>Especially with <a href="https://www.poe-vault.com/poe2/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Path of Exile 2</a> now looming large for the hardcore crowd, there is space for Diablo 4 to lean into creativity, accessibility, and casual fun. Builds should be powerful and personal.</p>



<p>Blizzard has already taken some steps toward this in Season 8 with elemental DoTs and a few changes to the Paragon board. But there is still a long way to go before you can truly call Diablo 4 a sandbox for ARPG creativity.</p>



<p>And hey, at the very least, maybe someday Whirlwind will be a &#8216;real&#8217; WW-focused build again. </p>


Players Want More Build Freedom in Diablo 4 – Not More Uniques


<p>A new player survey from Blizzard is making the rounds, and is giving us some ideas on what might be coming to Diablo 4 with the next Expansion in 2026. Some of these survey questions are long-requested gameplay changes and features!<br><br>Shared by community member <a href="https://us.forums.blizzard.com/en/d4/u/Iggi-11818"><strong>Iggi</strong></a> on <a href="https://us.forums.blizzard.com/en/d4/t/ggi-takes-a-d4-survey/218955">the official forums</a>, the survey was reportedly sent to random players via email and asks a series of detailed questions about how people currently play Diablo 4, what keeps them engaged, and — most importantly — what new features would get them excited about the game again.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Blizzard Wants to Know: What Would Make You Play More?</h2>



<p>The survey kicks off with questions about how interested players are in returning to Diablo 4,&nbsp;whether in the short term, at the start of a new season, or for big updates like expansions. It also asks whether players spend more time in the <strong>Seasonal realm</strong> or stick to <strong>Eternal</strong> characters.</p>



<p>From there, things get <strong>spicy</strong>.</p>



<p>Players are asked to rate how exciting or important a list of potential features would be, and it includes <strong>over two dozen</strong> new ideas, some more well-known and requested features, while others are much more experimental.</p>



<p>Here are just a few highlights from the survey:</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li><strong>Set Bonuses</strong>: A return to classic Diablo-style item sets, offering powerful build-defining synergies.</li>



<li><strong>Dungeon Customization</strong>: Design your own dungeon runs, with control over modifiers, affixes, and rewards.</li>



<li><strong>Endless Monster Waves</strong>: A horde-style mode for Torment+ characters to push their builds to the limit.</li>



<li><strong>Fishing</strong>: Yep. A casual, non-combat activity for collectors to chill and explore.</li>



<li><strong>Tower of Truth</strong>: A weekly challenge tower with scaling difficulty and unique modifiers on certain floors.</li>



<li><strong>Activity Playlists</strong>: Let players choose the rewards they want (like gold or crafting mats) by focusing on specific activities.</li>



<li><strong>Mercenary Combo Skills</strong>: NPC followers that can sync up with your class skills for flashy and powerful team-ups.</li>



<li><strong>New Power Sources</strong>: A system like Diablo 3’s Kanai’s Cube, allowing players to permanently slot powers from gear.<br></li>
</ul>



<p>There’s also mention of a <strong>new class</strong>, <strong>skill tree overhauls</strong>, <strong>paragon updates</strong>, <strong>new legendary affixes</strong>, <strong>boss rush modes</strong>, and even <strong>shrines from the Gauntlet</strong> being expanded into core gameplay.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Blizzard is Gauging Priorities And Expectations</h2>



<p>The survey also includes a ranking section where players compare multiple features and pick which ones are most and least exciting. It seems Blizzard is trying to prioritize what resonates most with the community.</p>



<p>Players could also select from a checklist of what would make them more excited for Diablo 4. This includes things like <strong>frequent loot drops</strong>, <strong>more story characters</strong>, <strong>seasonal powers</strong>, <strong>challenging content</strong>, and <strong>holiday events</strong>.</p>



<p>And it doesn’t stop there — a final section focuses on cosmetics and quality-of-life systems, like:</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li><strong>Reactive Cosmetics</strong> that change based on your actions (like killstreaks).</li>



<li>A <strong>Build Planner Tool</strong> to help players follow online guides or theorycraft in-game.</li>



<li>The return of <strong>charms</strong> and <strong>cosmetic portraits</strong> from past Diablo titles.</li>
</ul>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">No Promises, But the Message Is Clear</h2>



<p>While none of this is a guarantee, the sheer breadth of ideas shows that Blizzard is actively thinking about how to expand Diablo 4 beyond its current foundation, especially after the mixed reviews of the freshly <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/news/diablo-4-2025-roadmap-quick-dive/">released Roadmap</a>.</p>



<p>If you haven’t received the survey yourself, it might be worth checking the inbox tied to your Battle.net account. Just don’t expect everything on the list to become reality.</p>


Set Bonuses, Tower Challenges, and New Classes? Diablo 4 Survey Asks About Many Features


<p>A few days ago, Blizzard confirmed that <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Diablo IV</a> and Diablo Immortal are getting a crossover with the legendary manga series Berserk. The announcement had already disappointed a few players, but most fans are excited. Even beyond the cosmetics, this collab just makes sense; both thematically and stylistically.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">What Is Berserk and Why Is It So Loved?</h2>



<p>Created by the late Kentaro Miura, Berserk is one of the most iconic and influential dark fantasy stories ever made. It follows Guts, a lone mercenary cursed by the Brand of Sacrifice and hunted by demons. His world is brutal, unforgiving, and constantly teetering on the edge of despair.</p>



<details class="wp-block-details"><summary>Story Summary (Only open this if you are ok with spoilers or know the Manga/Anime already!)</summary>
<p>At its heart, Berserk is a story about revenge, trauma, and survival, but also about friendship, purpose, and what it means to fight when everything seems lost.</p>



<p>The story begins with Guts, a lone swordsman born from the corpse of his hanged mother. Raised in violence and betrayal, he becomes a mercenary and eventually finds companionship in the Band of the Falcon, a group of warriors led by the charismatic Griffith. But that bond is shattered after Guts leaves to pursue his own dream–something Griffith cannot handle. This choice sets off a tragic chain of events, ultimately leading to the Eclipse, where Griffith sacrifices the Band of the Falcon in exchange for power. Guts survives, but is branded by the Brand of Sacrifice, forever hunted by demonic forces.</p>



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<p>From that point on, he becomes a target for nightmarish demons, constantly hunted while struggling to protect those he cares about. Despite the horror around him, Berserk is not just about suffering; it is about endurance. It explores heavy topics like fate vs free will, the cost of ambition, and the line between human and monster.</p>



<p>The world is cruel, but Guts refuses to give in. And that message–of standing tall even when the universe is against you–is one of the reasons Berserk continues to resonate with fans decades later.</p>
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<p><strong>If you have played Dark Souls, Elden Ring, or even Final Fantasy VII, you have felt Berserk&#8217;s influence, even if you did not realize it.</strong></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Guts Would Fit Right Into Sanctuary</h2>



<p>Demonic invasions, corrupted gods, doomed cities; Berserk and Diablo share more than just an aesthetic. The worlds themselves are built on the same kind of horror: power that twists and destroys, and heroes who keep fighting anyway.</p>



<p>Even Guts&#8217; iconic sword and armor are a natural match for Diablo&#8217;s classes, especially the <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/barbarian/builds/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Barbarian</a>. And the Brand of Sacrifice, which shows up in the collab teaser, is a perfect touch. If that mark ends up influencing gameplay, like attracting more enemies for greater loot, it would be an incredible nod to both universes.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Not Just a Skin Drop</h2>



<p>Yes, this could be just a simple cosmetics pack, which would probably be enough for a lot of people. But what if Blizzard is also honoring the tone of Berserk, not just the visuals? Guts is not just a guy with a big sword. He is a symbol of pushing forward through pain, loss, and darkness. That is Diablo&#8217;s whole identity, too.</p>



<p>This is one of those rare crossovers that actually feels right. Diablo&#8217;s world is bleak and violent, but also full of players who never stop fighting. That sounds a lot like Guts.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full has-custom-border"><img decoding="async" src="https://static.icy-veins.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/BerserkDiabloCollabBarbarian.jpg" alt="Berserk Diablo Collab - Barbarian " class="wp-image 66764" style="border-radius:8px"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Screenshot from the <a href="https://youtu.be/8ny5faT9Vfc" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow">Diablo x Berserk Teaser</a> Trailer</figcaption></figure>



<p>If you are new to Berserk but intrigued by the story or what this collaboration might be all about, now is a great time to get started and watch or read one of the best dark fantasy stories ever written. And if you are already a fan? Well… you probably had a big grin the second you saw that sword.</p>



<p>You can visit the official collaboration site here: <br><a href="https://www.blizzard.com/en-us/diablo-berserk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow">Blizzard&#8217;s Diablo x Berserk Cross Collaboration &#8211; Dark Worlds Converge</a></p>


Why the Diablo 4 x Berserk Collab Makes Sense

<p>Diablo 4&#8217;s Season 8 is going to significantly change the endgame. If you have not caught up yet, now might be a good time to learn more about the new <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/guides/lair-boss-system-guide/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lair Boss System</a>.  We have just published detailed guides to walk you through everything, including the new bosses introduced this season.</p>



<p>The old endgame boss system has been restructured into three distinct tiers:<br><strong>Initiate</strong>, <strong>Greater</strong>, and <strong>Exalted</strong> Lair Bosses.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Key Changes to the Lair Boss System</h2>



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<ul>
<li>You no longer need materials to summon a Lair Boss; just walk in and fight. This also allows you to abandon the fight easily if the difficulty is too high. </li>



<li>However, <strong>you do need materials/keys to open their loot chest</strong>, which means every player in the group must bring their own.</li>



<li>Farming them repeatedly is slower now. After the fight, you will have to open the hoard before the altar reappears for respawning.</li>



<li>It is still uncertain if material/key drop rates will increase in the open world to compensate.</li>
</ul>



<p>Learn more about the system and the ladder of bosses in <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/guides/lair-boss-system-guide/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">our dedicated guide</a>:</p>




        <a target="_blank" class="custom-button" href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/guides/lair-boss-system-guide/">
            <span>Lair Boss System Guide</span>
        </a>




<h2 class="wp-block-heading">New Lair Bosses in Season 8</h2>



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<p>We have also added individual guides for <strong>Season 8&#8217;s new bosses</strong>. Some of them are directly connected to the Vessel of Hatred expansion, which you will require to take on the fight. </p>



<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/guides/urivar-boss-guide/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Urivar</a>: Remember this twisted Knight from the Vessel of Hatred campaign? He is back and a lot more dangerous. This is a dodge-heavy, mechanics-driven fight. </li>



<li><a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/guides/harbinger-of-hatred-boss-guide/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Harbinger of Hatred</a>: Another Vessel of Hatred boss. With its big portals, angry wolves, and the Akarat light mechanic, this fight is simple to learn but can be punishing.</li>



<li><a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/guides/belial-boss-guide/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Belial</a>: Our Season 8 headliner. Belial has multiple forms, just as you would expect from the Lord of Lies. He can show up during <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/guides/apparition-incursion-guide/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Incursions</a> or in his own lair dungeon as an Exalted Lair Boss. Each version plays a key role in the season&#8217;s core loop. </li>
</ul>



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<p>Struggling to complete the Nahantu Maiden Massacre Achievement before the Season ends? Here’s the most efficient way to farm Baneful Hearts and summon Blood Maidens in Diablo 4.<br><br>The achievement requires killing 666 Blood Maidens in Nahantu and can get very time consuming.<br>One player on Reddit has discovered an efficient farming method and shared it with the community to farm Baneful Hearts.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Where to Get Baneful Hearts&nbsp;</h2>



<p>As per Blizzard’s<a href="https://news.blizzard.com/en-us/article/24123440/diablo-iv-1-5-0-patch-notes"> official patch notes</a>, Baneful Hearts can drop from the following sources:</p>



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<li><strong>Tortured Gift Chests (Helltide)</strong> – ~15% chance<br></li>



<li>&nbsp;<strong>Hellborne</strong> – ~1% chance<br></li>



<li>&nbsp;<strong>Helltide Assassins</strong> – ~1% chance<br></li>



<li>&nbsp;<strong>World Events</strong> – Unconfirmed rate (estimated ~5%)<br></li>



<li>&nbsp;<strong>World Bosses</strong> (Hawezar &amp; Kehjistan Helltide zones) – <strong>100% guaranteed</strong><strong><br></strong></li>



<li>&nbsp;<strong>Helltide Commander Events</strong> – <strong>100% guaranteed</strong><strong><br></strong></li>
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<p>But what Blizzard didn’t mention: <strong>Helltide Harbingers</strong> also drop Baneful Hearts at a decent rate (~15%).</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Best Farming Route: Kehjistan Commander Loop</h2>



<p>If you want to guarantee Baneful Heart drops consistently, the best method right now is the <strong>Commander Event farming loop</strong> in <strong>Kehjistan</strong>, just north of <strong>Gea Kul</strong>.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Here’s how it works:</strong></h3>



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<li>There are <strong>two world event areas</strong> north of Gea Kul.</li>



<li>Each sits in a <strong>different map segment</strong>, so transitioning between them can cause enemy events to <strong>&#8220;refresh&#8221;</strong>.</li>



<li>These areas frequently spawn <strong>Helltide Commander Events</strong>—recognizable as:
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<li>A massive <strong>tornado</strong> surrounded by cultists</li>



<li>A ritual <strong>circle</strong> summoning hell portals<br></li>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Why this route is so effective?</strong></h3>



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<li><strong>Commander Events</strong> = <strong>Guaranteed Baneful Heart</strong></li>



<li>Fast clears (~30 seconds with a strong build)</li>



<li><strong>Harbingers</strong> spawn along the route, often dropping more Hearts</li>



<li>Builds <strong>Threat</strong> to summon <strong>Hellborne</strong></li>



<li>Earns <strong>Cinders</strong> to spend on <strong>Tortured Gift Chests</strong></li>



<li>Constant event refreshes = nonstop action</li>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><br>One Loop to Rule Them All</h2>



<p>With a smart farming loop and a well-optimized build, the grind for Baneful Hearts becomes much more manageable.<br>Whether you’re chasing 100% completion or just looking to wrap things up before the season ends, this will make it easier to finish one of the hardest achievements.&nbsp;</p>


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