I think you mixed up Smite and Charge :smiley: But, yes, ed% from shield will add dmg to all weapon based attacks and Smite (though char screen doesn't show increase in Smite dmg).
Too much to even think about it.
"Spirit" Shield Question
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I think you mixed up Smite and Charge :smiley: But, yes, ed% from shield will add dmg to all weapon based attacks and Smite (though char screen doesn't show increase in Smite dmg).
Too much to even think about it.
OneFromBeyond
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To answer the question of who uses Spirit swords...
I have a Singer Barb that uses dual Spirit Swords (fcr and huge mana) and then a big weapon on switch for Berserking. I can't really foresee myself giving those up...the +35% FCR and +100 mana on each can't easily be replaced.
As an aside, can you re-roll runewords? Or do I have to keep Tal-Thul-Ort-Amning until I get my 35% FCR?
*OneFromBeyond
I have a Singer Barb that uses dual Spirit Swords (fcr and huge mana) and then a big weapon on switch for Berserking. I can't really foresee myself giving those up...the +35% FCR and +100 mana on each can't easily be replaced.
As an aside, can you re-roll runewords? Or do I have to keep Tal-Thul-Ort-Amning until I get my 35% FCR?
*OneFromBeyond
Luca Rescigno
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You can remove runes from any socketed item (even a runeword item) by putting it in the Cube with a Hel rune, but considering Hel is higher than any of the runes used for Spirit, it's kind of a waste. If you're just using it in low-end junk swords and you don't care about damage, it's better to just find a new 4os sword and make another one.
Monarchs are a bit more rare. In you're rerolling one of those it may be worth it to use a Hel rune. But I have a ton of 4os crystal swords, broad swords, and long swords saved up. I'll probably make a Spirit pretty soon just to try it out.
Monarchs are a bit more rare. In you're rerolling one of those it may be worth it to use a Hel rune. But I have a ton of 4os crystal swords, broad swords, and long swords saved up. I'll probably make a Spirit pretty soon just to try it out.
Eric Xanthu
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Like with collecting less-than-flawless gems, you should compulsively collect socketed items with all your play-throughs until you have an ATMA stash full of a good variety. It's much (x1000) easier than going out looking for that ethereal 4os berserker axe you need.
Not helpful advice after the fact, I know...consider it a cautionary tale.
Not helpful advice after the fact, I know...consider it a cautionary tale.
My Hammerdin recently beat NM Baal and is level 73. Any suggestions on where to look for the 4os Sacred Targe or Rondache? I've been running NM Baal, Pindle, and the first Act V quest guy (can't recall his name)...but no luck yet.
Edit: Please don't suggest that I should be using a HoZ. I've never found one of those. So, unless you want to send me one, please don't suggest it.
Other suggestions are welcome, since this is my first Hammerdin.
Edit: Please don't suggest that I should be using a HoZ. I've never found one of those. So, unless you want to send me one, please don't suggest it.
Other suggestions are welcome, since this is my first Hammerdin.You wont find a 4os sacred targe from any of the bosses or super uniques.
Aiming for one certain type of shield is also asking for an eternally long wait.
Personally I'd head to nightmare cows and hope for any white or 4os auric shield with 30+ all resist mod.
If it's white I'd use the Larzuk quest on it.
Failling that you could run somewhere like the Pit on as higher player setting as you can manage with no MF looking for one.
Aiming for one certain type of shield is also asking for an eternally long wait.
Personally I'd head to nightmare cows and hope for any white or 4os auric shield with 30+ all resist mod.
If it's white I'd use the Larzuk quest on it.
Failling that you could run somewhere like the Pit on as higher player setting as you can manage with no MF looking for one.
Eric Xanthu
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My best socketables runner is my WFzon ripping through the Pit on P8. For a much less gear-intensive option, a blizzer taking AT at P8 will do just fine. Lower player setting to suit your speed and style, of course.
I've just made a spirit shield for my hammerdin (A2 NM). I ran LK in hell with my fury zon and the 4os sacred targe dropped within 10 runs. I must add that I wasn't looking for it in particular, just kind of happened on it.
Not the best for the job, as it lacks any resists, but I reckoned any spirit is better than waiting for the 'ideal'. (Got some ED modifier)
Rolled a 35% fc on it as well:grin: I'll post in the ift a bit later.
Paradigmshift
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Seeing as how I never find a HOZ either, my Spirit shield is as such:
Spirit
Protector Shield
'TalThulOrtAmn'
Defense: 150
Chance to Block: 50%
Smite Damage: 18 to 24
Durability: 40 of 40
(Paladin Only)
Required Strength: 69
Required Level: 34
Item Version: 1.10+ Expansion
Item Level: 83
Fingerprint: 0xefe36345
+22 to Vitality
+100 to Mana
+250 Defense vs. Missile
Fire Resist +39%
Lightning Resist +74%
Cold Resist +74%
Poison Resist +74%
Attacker Takes Damage of 14
55% Faster Hit Recovery
34% Faster Cast Rate
+2 to All Skill Levels
+3 Magic Absorb
Socketed (4: 4 used)
This shield is still being used at clvl 89, running WSK. It still works fine.
Spirit
Protector Shield
'TalThulOrtAmn'
Defense: 150
Chance to Block: 50%
Smite Damage: 18 to 24
Durability: 40 of 40
(Paladin Only)
Required Strength: 69
Required Level: 34
Item Version: 1.10+ Expansion
Item Level: 83
Fingerprint: 0xefe36345
+22 to Vitality
+100 to Mana
+250 Defense vs. Missile
Fire Resist +39%
Lightning Resist +74%
Cold Resist +74%
Poison Resist +74%
Attacker Takes Damage of 14
55% Faster Hit Recovery
34% Faster Cast Rate
+2 to All Skill Levels
+3 Magic Absorb
Socketed (4: 4 used)
This shield is still being used at clvl 89, running WSK. It still works fine.
A spirit for a hammerdin is awesome. 25-35 FCR can be just as important as +2 skills. You'll be losing some stat points to still get max block, but most PvM builds aren't so tight on stat points as long as you don't waste everything in energy.Edit: Please don't suggest that I should be using a HoZ. I've never found one of those. So, unless you want to send me one, please don't suggest it.
I was waiting to get my "end game" shield before devoting all the stat points I would need in Dex for max blocking. I'm up over 100 right now...but can add more as needed. I just need to find that white Sacred Targe or Rondache to socket and make Spirit in. I didn't put any points in Energy. I have 1 point in Redemption...with +skills, that's at 5 and quickly fills my bulbs once a few bad guys are dead. And, if that doesn't work, there are always pots to drink.
