PvM Build Rankings - A Diablo 2 Tier List (2024)

Last updated on Feb 16, 2023 at 08:47by MrLlamaSC5 comments

This page covers each class and build in respect to their solo clearingcapabilities in Diablo 2. Each build currently available on the site is rankedbelow.

The Javazon has two of the most powerful Skills in the game between Charged Strike and Lightning Fury. On top of having insanely highDamage, both of these Skills also do not require Attack Rating which helps in asolo clearing through the game. While Act 3 Hell can be difficult, taking itslow and having a Lower Resist Charges Wand can help this Amazon get throughand finish the game.

The Trap Assassin is not only one of the best Assassin builds but also oneof the strongest Characters to beat the game solo overall. Between highLightning Damage mixed with the Fire and Physical damage from Death Sentry, there is no monster type she cannot kill. Additionally, Mind Blast and Cloak of Shadows provide great crowd controlleading her to manipulate any environment while her Traps wipe it clean.

The Barbarian overall struggles to clear the game in a timely manner but heis extremely tanky and a great pick for someone looking for a challenge. Of theBarbarian builds, the strongest ends up actually being the Singer build as itdoes not require insanely difficult gearing, avoids the Attack Ratingcalculator, and provides an Area of Effect attack that damages and stuns at thesame time.

The Elemental Wind Druid is the strongest overall, actually starting out inFire and the Respecializing into Wind after Level 30. With a Cold Damage Hurricane and a Physical Damage Tornado he is able to clear outmost mobs without immunity concerns. Additionally, his Summon Grizzlycan be a fantastic tank to sit behind and blast out massive damage whilestaying out of harms way.

The Summon Necromancer is one of the best noob-friendly builds in Diablo 2,allowing for a swarm of minions to fight on your behalf while you sit back andrelax. While his overall kill speed may be a little bit slow and he isn't knownfor killing Bosses extremely well, the Summoner handles every area in the gamewith ease and should have no big issues arise.

The iconic Hammerdin uses a Magic Damage attack to avoid most immunities andwreck his enemies. On top of its ability to hurt most enemies, Blessed Hammer also boasts an insanely high damage output and a decentarea of effect to clear out every area in the game. While his playstyle maytake a little bit to get used to, he is insanely powerful and one of the mostplayer Characters in the game for a reason.

The Blizzard Sorceress is known for her late game Magic Find utility andhigh damage output, but she is also extremely well equipped to power throughthe game quickly. Starting from Level 1 Blizzard is powerful enough toclear out a lot of monsters in Normal while also slowing and providingadditional safety to the Sorceress. As the game continues she only grows morepowerful until eventually she hits Immunities and needs to bring in a Mercenaryor a secondary element Skill to finish the job.

Remember that this list is for a PvM solo playthrough of the game. Theoverall strength of these Characters fully geared or leveled vastly changes andshould not be considered when observing this list.

Remember that this list is for a PvM group playthrough of the game. Theoverall strength of these Characters fully geared or leveled vastly changes andshould not be considered when observing this list.