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CL WK2 – Highlights – GG Throw Weapon (Huge Slam!) – Bladesin Gear Update – Path of Diablo Craft League Season 8.5

PD2 Craft League is on fire! I've been grinding hard, finding some sick loot and upgrading my Bladesin build along the way. This game stays fresh and versatile, just like my fire Druid from last season. Found some rare runes and crafted some killer weapons and gear. Plus, I'm hunting loot goblins with my Bladesin too. Stay tuned for more updates and epic dclone footage! 🔥💪

Overview

In the second week of the Project Diablo II Crafters League, we are excited to share the progress and new discoveries made with the versatile Bladesin build. As we continue to farm hard and accumulate new loot, we've encountered various challenges and triumphs. The continuous updates and fresh gameplay experiences offered by PD2 have made the journey incredibly rewarding. Our highlights, findings, and future plans will be detailed in this update.

New Loot and Discoveries 🏹

In the unending pursuit of powerful and unique items, we've had several valuable discoveries. Among these findings are three High runes, including the valuable Om runes. Our collection now boasts a rare armor with 19 PDR, 94 life, and a "Cannot be Frozen" attribute, designed for bossing effectiveness. Additionally, we've crafted improved two-handers, with amplified damage, enhanced damage, and the highly sought-after four open sockets for significant upgrades.

Item Type	Stats	Remarks
Rare Armor	19 PDR, 94 Life	Ideal for bossing & trade value
Two-Handed Weapon	Amplified Damage, 180 ED	Upgraded for Mercenary use
Hit Power Amulet	2 Assassin Skills, 10 All Res	Available for trade with CBF

Exciting Weaponry and Equipment Upgrades ⚔️

The discovery of a 482 Ed Winged Axe equipped with an amplified proc for Throw Barb has significantly expanded battle capabilities. Additionally, we've found potential amp weapons, such as the E Harpoon, suitable for a Throw Barb build. Amidst these discoveries, we've transformed a light plate into an intriguing Rathma option, featuring essential stats, cold resistance, enhanced damage, and life attributes.

Weaponry Discoveries

Weapon Type	Attributes	Remarks
Winged Axe	482 Ed, Amp Proc (Ideal for Throw Barb)	Troll discovery & significant upgrade
Light Plate	5 Max Cold Res, 50 PLR, Enhanced Damage	Suitable for Fizz build and trade
Offhand Claw	4 BA Blade Sentinel, Fast Base	Replaced accidentally trashed item

Crafted Weaponry and Unique Skills 🛠️

Our crafting endeavors led to the creation of a Caster blade Talon, an often underestimated yet advantageous offensive claw. We've also successfully incorporated LOM runes into our gear, ensuring its efficiency for our Rathma build and providing impactful enhancements for our mapping build. The intricate mechanics behind Blade Sentinel's damage calculations have been diligently examined, solidifying our understanding of its functionality and critical capabilities.

Crafted Gear and Skills

Crafted Gear	Stat Adjustments	Observations
Claw Talon (Crafted)	Enhanced damage and skill enhancements	Unassuming yet potent offensive tool
Mapped Gear	LOM Rune Integration	Ensured effectiveness for Rathma build

Loot Gathering and Ground Coverage 📜

While hunting loot goblins, we've effectively utilized the Bladesin build, leveraging faster run-walk gear for expedited ground coverage. With strategic gear acquisitions, including an armor with 20% faster run-walk, we've managed to efficiently navigate and loot across different realms and encounters. Moreover, we've acquired a cache of valuable Rathma gear, enabling seamless switches to our secondary build without resource-intensive changes.

Loot Gathering and Strategy Efficiency

Loot Gathering Strategy	Gear Optimization	Insights
Fast Run-Walk Acquisitions	Efficient Ground Coverage	Effective loot gathering techniques
Rathma Gear To Switch	Seamless Secondary Build	Dual build preparation and strategies

Conclusion
Through relentless perseverance, astute crafting, and strategic gear acquisitions, we've navigated through the challenges and triumphs of week two in the Project Diablo II Crafters League. The versatile Bladesin build and its associated strategies have expanded our gameplay horizons and provide a testament to the enduring allure of this classic game.

Key Takeaways

Successful gear acquisitions and significant upgrading through crafting
Effective utilization of the Bladesin build for diverse loot gathering strategies
Strategic preparation for seamless gear transitions between primary and secondary builds

FAQ

How can we enhance our crafting and looting strategies for greater efficiency?
What are the optimal gear enhancements for specified builds, such as Rathma or Bladesin?
What forms of unique loot or discoveries have been encountered in week two's pursuits?