Elemental Druid Build Guide for Diablo 2 Resurrected

Discover a beginner-friendly Elemental Druid build for Diablo 2 Resurrected, perfect for getting through the first difficulty – Normal mode. If you’re unsure where to start, this guide will walk you through the process, helping you create a powerful and effective character in the early stages of the game. Keep in mind that this build remains viable up to about level 40, and we recommend switching to a different build once you reach Nightmare difficulty. In this guide, you’ll find stat allocation tips, skill recommendations, and equipment options to help you get started.

Stat Allocation

Allocate your attribute points as follows:

Strength: 60
Dexterity: 20
Vitality: 175
Energy: 20

Ensure you have enough Strength to meet equipment requirements, distribute Dexterity to reach maximum block chance, and assign remaining points to Vitality for a higher life pool.

Skills

Focus on the Fire Spells in the Elemental Tree, and distribute some points into summons if you desire extra survivability. Here are the main skills to invest in:

Fissure: Create volcanic vents that damage enemies standing on them.
Molten Boulder: Knock back and stun enemies with an exploding boulder.
Firestorm: Create fire streams for early-game damage.
Summon Grizzly (optional): Add a powerful bear companion for defense and diversion.
Oak Sage (optional): Increase life by 30% but note the low health of the spirit.

Equipment and Runeword Recommendations

You’ll want to focus on Elemental Resistances and Life for your equipment, as well as Faster Cast Rate and Faster Hit Recovery. Consider the following Runewords for your equipment:

Helmets: Druid Pelts, Nadir, or Lore
Weapons: Leaf or Spirit
Shields: Ancient’s Pledge or Spirit
Armor: Stealth

Additionally, prioritize Faster Run/Walk speed on boots, Life and Resistances on gloves and belts, and the same for rings and amulets. When it comes to charms, aim for those that boost Life, Resistances, and Magic Find.

Mercenary Choices and Gear

Select an Act 2 Mercenary for their Paladin Auras and ability to equip Polearm Weapons. Initially, choose one with the Prayer Aura, and progress to a Holy Freeze Aura Mercenary in Nightmare difficulty. Equip your mercenary with any spare equipment, and consider crafting an Insight Runeword on a Polearm for the Meditation Aura.