Ladder Season 1 Runewords in Diablo II: Resurrected Patch 2.4 Analyzed - Best New Runewords, Recommendations

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Ladder Season 1, which launches April 28, 2022, will also introduce seven new Runewords — two Helms and five Weapons. These can only be used by characters playing Ladder during this first Ladder Season of Diablo II: Resurrected. When Ladder Season 1 is over, these Runewords will be available to everyone playing the Expansion version of Patch 2.4. These are the first new Runewords released in many years, although these won't be the last. Blizzard has stated that they plan to release new Runewords with other Ladder Seasons (though not every Ladder season), which will follow the same pattern: first only available on that Ladder, then available to all after its conclusion. Let's take a look at the new Runewords and do a quick analysis of each, determining which Runewords fit certain classes, builds, or mercenaries. Are they worth making? How do they stand up against existing gear? Each Runeword links to a specific guide detailing more about the guide, including strengths, weaknesses, recommended builds, mercenaries, and specific base items. For further information about Runewords and leveling Runewords, please see these guides: Runewords in Diablo II: Resurrected Top Leveling Runewords

There are two new Helm Runewords for Ladder 2.4: Wisdom (level 45) and Flickering Flame (level 55).

BiS for Bowazons and some Javazon builds; a great alternative for Throw Barbs who can't get Arreat's Face. Wisdom is one of the strongest Runeword offerings among this new batch. Wisdom Guide Wisdom Head Armor 'PulIthEld' Ladder Season 1 Only Required Level: 45 +33% Piercing Attack +15-25% Bonus to Attack Rating (varies) 4-8% Mana Stolen Per Hit (varies) +30% Enhanced Defense +10 Energy 15% Slower Stamina Drain Cannot