Dragon (Dusk Shroud)
The Dragon (Dusk Shroud) runeword in Diablo 2 Resurrected is a sought-after armor that delivers a potent mix of fire damage enhancements and defensive power. Made using the Sur + Lo + Sol runes, this armor stands out for its Holy Fire Aura and the ability to summon Hydras on attack, making it a key choice for characters who rely on fire-based strategies. The Dusk Shroud base offers a solid defense with a relatively low strength requirement, ideal for a wide variety of builds and classes that prefer lighter armors while maintaining high mobility.
Key Stats:
- Level 14 Holy Fire Aura when equipped
- +360 Defense
- +230 Defense vs. Missile
- +3-5 to All Attributes
- +5% to Maximum Fire Resist
- +5% to Maximum Lightning Resist
- 12% Damage Taken Goes to Mana
- 20% Chance to Cast Level 18 Venom when struck
- 12% Chance to Cast Level 15 Hydra on striking
- +350% Enhanced Defense
- +3-5 to Strength
Why Choose Dragon (Dusk Shroud)? The Dragon (Dusk Shroud) offers players an exceptional balance of offensive fire damage and reliable defense. The Level 14 Holy Fire Aura constantly deals area-of-effect fire damage to nearby enemies, while the 12% Chance to Cast Hydra upon striking further boosts your firepower by summoning fire-breathing Hydras in the heat of battle. These features make it a favorite among Paladins and Sorceresses who are looking to maximize their fire damage output.
The Dusk Shroud base is a top choice for players who prefer light armor with high defense but don’t want to invest heavily in strength. With a manageable strength requirement and +350% Enhanced Defense, this armor ensures that your character remains agile without sacrificing protection. The +230 Defense vs. Missile also helps reduce damage from ranged attackers, making it versatile for all kinds of gameplay scenarios.
In addition to fire damage, the 20% Chance to Cast Venom adds poison damage, giving you a mix of elemental attacks. The +5% Maximum Fire and Lightning Resist ensures that your character is better protected from elemental attacks, a crucial feature when facing the challenging environments of Hell difficulty.
Ideal For:
- Fire-based builds such as Fire Sorceress, Holy Fire Paladin, or even hybrid melee characters.
- Players looking for a light armor option with a balance of offense and defense.
- Characters who want to enhance their survivability with improved resistances and damage-to-mana conversion.