Leap Attack Barbarian

Barbarian Build Guide in Diablo II: Resurrected

The Leap Attack Barbarian is a dynamic and engaging build that excels at mobility and damage output. The ability to leap into battle allows the Barbarian to quickly engage enemy packs and deal significant damage with the Leap Attack skill. This guide will cover skills, stat allocation, gear recommendations, and strategies to maximize your effectiveness as a Leap Attack Barbarian.

1. Skill Allocation

Place one point into each of the following

Increased Speed
Iron Skin
Natural Resistance
Berserk
Battle Command
Concentrate

Place Twenty points into each of the following

Leap Attack
Leap
Axe Mastery
Battle Orders
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    2. Stat Allocation

    1. Strength:Target Strength 300 this will boost your damage significantly
    2. Dexterity: Target Block chance 50%
    3. Vitality: Aim for 150 Vitality
    4. Energy 0

    3. Itemization

    Choosing the right gear is crucial for enhancing your damage output and survivability as a Leap Attack Barbarian. Below are recommendations for items:

    Weapons

    • Grief Berserker axe or Ettin Axe

      Shield
      Stormshield  - Socket with 40% Enhanced Damage jewel 9 Strength

      Armor

      • Fortitude (Runeword):
        • Provides high damage and a boost to defense, increasing your overall effectiveness in battle.

        Helmets

        Arreat's Face  (Cham)

          Accessories

          • Amulet:
            • Highlord's Wrath
          • Rings:
            • Raven Frost + Bul kathos
              High end rings - Dual Leech with Attack Rating & Resist

          Belts

          Thundergod's Vigor

            Boots

            • Gore Rider's

              Gloves

              Laying of Hands

              Inventory

              Annihilus
              Barbarian Torch
              2 x Max Damage Grand charm With 12% Faster Hit Recovery
              4 x Max Damage Grand Charm with life
              8 x 3 Max Damage Attack Rating Magic Find Small Charm

              5. Mercenary Recommendations

              • Act 2 Mercenary (Might):
                • Andarial's Visage
                  Ethereal Fortitude
                  Ethereal Reaper's Toll