The world of Sanctuary is in for a thrilling transformation with the latest update known as the Warlock Era. Marking the introduction of its first new playable character class in more than 25 years, this expansion redefines player options. The Warlock, a shadowy figure skilled in the sinister arts of demonology, has stepped into the light, ready to unleash devastation upon foes with formidable powers to bind and manipulate demons.
This expansion also brings players new **Terror Zones** to explore, along with colossal new adversaries known as **Colossal Ancients**, and numerous quality-of-life improvements. Engage with the dark arts to become an unstoppable force against the demon hordes.
Highlights
Unveil the Warlock
The Warlock is an adept user of dark magic, specializing in the enslavement of demons, turning these primal entities into allies in battle.
Players can choose to focus on three skill trees: **Demonic Binding**, **Eldritch Weaponry**, and **Chaos Arts**.
Demonic Binding
This skill allows the Warlock to control demons, commanding them as formidable allies. A skilled Warlock can absorb the life force of an enslaved demon to boost their own powers.
Eldritch Weaponry
By channeling arcane energies into their weapons, Warlocks can cast hexes that disrupt and damage adversaries.
Chaos Arts
Chaos Arts unleash destructive forces from a distance, conjuring spells that wreak havoc on foes.
Warlock Passive Skill
This ability enables the Warlock to levitate their weapon, allowing the use of a two-handed weapon in one hand while wielding another.
Learn About the Warlock’s Forbidden History
Understanding the dark undercurrents shaping the Warlock class is essential. Many have attempted to master demonic magic only to succumb to madness, but a rare few resist, emerging powerful.
Experience the Warlock Era Now
Diving into this expansion is seamless.
Battle.net and Console
For players of Diablo II: Resurrected, acquiring the Warlock Era DLC unlocks:
- Diablo II: Resurrected – Warlock Era
- In-game rewards including trophies and pets across Diablo IV and World of Warcraft
- Additional character slots and stash tabs
Steam
The Warlock Era is now available through the Infernal Edition:
- Diablo II: Resurrected – Warlock Era
- Access to the base game and all new content
- Unique in-game items tied to the Warlock
Xbox Game Pass
Xbox Game Pass members can access the base game, but note that the Warlock content requires separate purchase.
Explore New Terror Zones
Players can now venture into Terror Zones, selecting areas that turn into battlegrounds with stronger enemies, increasing both difficulty and rewards.
In Hell mode, players face the **Heralds of Terror** tracking them down. Overcoming these adversaries leads to unique boss battles against the **Colossal Ancients**.
Terror Zone Rotation Updates
Experience quicker rotations in Terror Zones, changing every 30 minutes:
Act 1
- Cold Plains and The Cave
- Burial Grounds, The Crypt, and the Mausoleum
- More…
Act 2
- Sewers
- Rocky Waste and Stony Tomb
- More…
Act 3
- Spider Forest and Spider Cavern
- Flayer Jungle and Flayer Dungeon
- More…
Act 4
- Outer Steppes and Plains of Despair
- River of Flame
- Chaos Sanctuary
Act 5
- Bloody Foothills
- Glacial Trail
- More…
Challenge the Colossal Ancients
The Colossal Ancients await, adapting and growing more challenging with each defeat. Victorious players can earn rare Unique Jewels.
Unique Jewels Rewards
Each Colossal Ancient grants unique jewels:
Talic
- Defender’s Fire
- Defender’s Bile
Korlic
- Protector’s Frost
- Protector’s Stone
Madawc
- Guardian’s Thunder
- Guardian’s Light
New Items: Grimoires, Unique Artifacts, and More
Grimoires
Grimoires enhance the Warlock’s power with elemental damage. Players can discover five unique variants.
Dagger Staff Modifications
Daggers can now receive skill modifications, allowing bonus skill accolades. Vendors stock these valuable weapons.
Unique Items
Warlock Normal Set: Bane’s Garments
- Bane’s Wraithskin (Hard Leather Armor)
- Bane’s Authority (Light Belt)
Warlock Elite Set: Horazon’s Splendor
- Horazon’s Countenance (Demonhead)
- Horazon’s Dominion (Russet Armor)
- More…
Runewords
New runewords add depth to gameplay:
Authority (3 Socket Body Armor)
Hel + Shael + Ral
Coven (3 Socket Helm)
Ist + Ral + Io
…
Track Your Inventory Efficiently
The **Chronicle** streamlines inventory management, allowing players to track every item collected.
Quality of Life Enhancements: Loot Filters and Stash Tabs
This expansion has added features to help players manage inventory efficiently.
New Loot Filter
The Loot Filter allows players to customize which loot draws their attention.
Advanced Stash Tabs
New stash tabs enable effective inventory organization. Enhanced features allow stacking for easier retrieval.
Play Your Era, Your Way
This update introduces distinct eras, letting players engage in Diablo II Classic, Diablo II: Resurrected, and the Warlock expansion without losing progress.
- The Warlock is a new class, specializing in dark magic and demon manipulation.
- New terrifying zones increase the stakes with stronger enemies and bigger rewards.
- Players can track their items and achievements through the Chronicle feature.
- Quality-of-life changes enhance gameplay with inventory management and loot filters.
- Explore each era of Diablo II without risking progress loss.