Resurrected's hottest Warlock build is rated E for everyone

When you jump in Diablo 2: Resurrected's Reign of the Warlock DLC for the first time, players are spoiled for choice when it comes to Warlock build options. The new one Diablo 2: Resurrected class is very powerful, and players have three skill trees to choose from when assembling their abilities. For new ones D2R players, there's an easy-to-start Warlock build in the early game, with scaling potential to tackle Nightmare and Hell difficulties as players progress.

Although Warlock's most unique skill tree involves summoning demons such as Goatmen, Tainted, and Defilers, as well as binding all demons in Diablo 2 to use as a minion, there are other, simpler build options with just as many screen-clearing skill options. The Warlock's Eldritch Skill Tree focuses on enchanting and manipulating class weapons with arcane power, while the Chaos Skill Tree is oriented around more magic-based skills and AoE spells.

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This S-Tier Diablo 2: Resurrected Warlock Build has nearly infinite DPS potential

Diablo 2: Resurrected's new Warlock class is instantly one of the best in the game, and one build in particular is dominating the meta.

Diablo 2: Resurrected's popular Fire Warlock build is perfect for newcomers and veterans alike

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Fire Warlocks in Diablo 2: Resurrected will largely focus on investing in the Chaos Skill Tree, as it is ripe with powerful Fire skills that provide excellent synergy with each other. Additionally, this Warlock build will want to put some skill points into the Demon Skill Tree to gain access to the Bind Demon skill, while supporting the Warlock with summoned demons that they can consume for buffs.

Levitation Mastery can be invested in the Eldritch Skill Tree if the player wants to improve their ability to wield a two-handed weapon with one hand.

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Best Skills for a Diablo 2 Fire Warlock Build

Ring of fire
Flame wave
Apocalypse
Sigil: Death
Demonic Mastery
Call Tainted
Consume
Bind the daemon

Ring of Fire is the first major skill Warlock players will want to invest in, and it works both as a way to dish out AoE damage while pushing enemies back to protect the Warlock early. Flame Wave is the next skill in the Warlock's Chaos Skill Tree worth investing in, as it pushes back enemies with a wall of fire that also helps keep players protected. Apocalypse is the ultimate fire skill that the Warlock can add to his kit, and it can be a devastating way to clear the screen with a massive flaming pentagram that also reduces enemies' fire resistance.

To access Apocalypse, Diablo 2: Resurrected Warlocks will also need to invest in Sigil: Death, which can be a handy skill in its own right. Enemies caught in this sigil will kill enemies with less than 13% health and create an explosion that deals 70-120% of that enemy's health. The Demon Skill Tree is the second source of this build's skills, with a particular focus on unlocking the Bind Demon so players can tame a powerful Super Unique demon companion. Summon Tainted and Consume are useful, as Consuming a Summoned Tainted gives the Warlock increased fire damage temporarily, making it the perfect complement to a Fire Warlock build.

Best demon to bind for a Diablo 2 Fire Warlock build

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Like most people Diablo 2: Resurrected Warlock builds, Hephasto the Armorer is the best demon to bind, as he can grant the player Fanaticism Aura as well as the chance to cast Amplify Damage when hit due to his Cursed affix, which also affects allies. Unfortunately, Hephasto is not found until Diablo 2: Resurrected Act 4. As such, players can take any Aura Enchanted demon with either Fanatism or Conviction Aura as a solid substitute.

What makes Fire Warlock perfect for beginners in Diablo 2: Resurrected

While fine-tuning Fire Warlock for the late game and the Hell difficulty run appeals to veteran players, this build is also ideal for Diablo 2: Resurrected newcomers. Each of the primary Warlock skills used here focus on damaging a large group of enemies while adding a layer of protection for the player. Early players worried about survivability can also lean into the Warlock's Demon Skill Tree and gain more summons to protect them while they progress to the point where they're ready to respect into a more fire-centric game loop.