While Diablo 2 Resurrected PTR 3.2 primarily centers on adjustments to the Sorceress, the changes to Terror Zones and item drops are just as noteworthy.

The developers have made several alterations to the drop rate of Worldstone Shards in Terror Zones, as well as to the spawn frequency and loot tables of Heralds. These adjustments directly affect how Sunder Charms are obtained.

Worldstone Shards

Worldstone Shards serve as a key currency for transforming an entire game session into a Terror Zone. Although PTR 3.2 patch notes merely stated that the drop rate of Worldstone Shards is no longer influenced by player count, testing suggests that the shards now drop far more frequently - roughly once every 5 to 7 minutes. They are practically everywhere. This shift presents both advantages and drawbacks for players.

For some, an item's worth is tied to its rarity. If shards become so abundant that they start piling up to maximum stack sizes, their trade value will naturally plummet, rendering them about as valuable as a Perfect Gem.

On the other hand, players who dislike Terror Zone mechanic previously had little control; without shards, Terror Zones would appear randomly across the map. For builds specializing in a specific damage type, certain zones could be an absolute nightmare to navigate.

With a significantly higher drop rate, players gain the freedom to convert acts into Terror Zones at will. You can stockpile shards from a particular act and activate the terrorized state exclusively in areas that suit your character's strengths, effectively avoiding zones filled with immune monsters or terrible terrain.

Overall, the high drop rate of Worldstone Shards is a welcome change for casual players. It grants agency and choice rather than forcing everyone to slog through unpleasant areas. Hardcore players focused on peak efficiency may, of course, hold a different view.

Heralds Spawn Frequency

According to the official notes, slaying monsters within a Terror Zone will now summon Heralds almost immediately. Based on player testing, the first two Heralds indeed appear with remarkable speed. In a larger area like Halls of Pain, you can often draw out two Heralds without even fully clearing a single floor.

The issue lies with the subsequent spawns. Once those first two Heralds are called forth rapidly, the frequency for the third and beyond falls off a cliff, even if you clear every last corner of the zone. It essentially reverts to the old, slower summoning rate.

This front-loaded mechanic inadvertently encourages a min-max approach to farming. Players can enter a Terror Zone, swiftly spawn and defeat the first two Heralds, then save and exit to start a new game and repeat the process. This, of course, runs counter to the intended design goal of having players fully clear Terror Zones.

To address this, the summoning speed of the first two Heralds could be moderately reduced, while significantly boosting the summoning rate for the third and subsequent Heralds - or perhaps discarding the old summoning logic entirely. Such a change would discourage players from gaming the system by resetting games for the initial drops and would instead reward those capable of clearing entire zones in a single, sustained session.

Heralds Loot

The loot table for Heralds has also been revised. Most importantly, Sunder Charms now drop from Level 2 Heralds instead of the previous requirement of Level 4. Furthermore, if a Herald does not drop a Sunder Charm, the chance for it to drop Unique items and Diablo 2 Resurrected Runes is now considerably higher.

Additionally, when engaging Heralds with a substantial amount of Magic Find, the likelihood of obtaining Unique Rings and Unique Amulets is exceptionally high.

Sunder Charms

Given the changes to Sunder Charm drop mechanic, many players have expressed concern that these charms might become overly common. However, based on current testing, there is no immediate cause for alarm.

First, to farm these charms efficiently, one must be capable of clearing all Terror Zones and taking down Heralds within them. If your physical damage build lacks a Sunder Charm to begin with, surviving and killing Heralds in a zone teeming with physically immune monsters is nearly impossible. Even top-tier builds like Blessed Hammer Paladin can struggle in certain scenarios without a solid gear foundation.

There have also been rumors about Sunder Charms dropping from regular monsters outside of Terror Zones. During testing, players have yet to confirm any such drops. Whether the actual drop rate is generous remains a matter of individual luck and clear speed.

Drop Rate from Regular Monsters

Rumors suggest that the drop rate for Sunder Charms from regular monsters is roughly equivalent to that of a Grand Charm with +1 to Skills. An average player might find only one or two over the course of an entire season, or perhaps three to five with exceptional fortune.

Some players wonder if finding a Sunder Charm during a Normal difficulty playthrough would disrupt the game's balance. In reality, as long as it does not become a common occurrence, allowing Sunder Charms to drop with an exceedingly low probability during the leveling process does not harm the experience.

Even with such a charm equipped, a character's power will not see a dramatic leap without the support of other gear. Moreover, if the designers were truly concerned about this, they could simply implement a restriction similar to that of Worldstone Shards, ensuring Sunder Charms only begin dropping after a character has defeated Hell difficulty.

These are all the item drop and Herald-related changes in Diablo 2 Resurrected PTR 3.2. Overall, these adjustments appear to be positive steps forward, though some finer details may still require further tuning.

This year's Jackie Robinson Day in MLB The Show 26 brings an unprecedented wave of new content, including multiple Storylines cards, several Rookie of the Year cards, a brand-new Collection Reward, and a number of Pack guys.

Even without using any Stubs to acquire new players, you'll be able to get plenty of free ones. But for Diamond Dynasty, the real question is: do these new cards actually improve your squad? Which ones are worth using? Let's take a closer look.

D Tier

• 88 OVR Luis Gil: A four-pitch pitcher who underperforms. He can just barely handle CPU opponents, but not recommended for use against human players.
• 88 OVR Smokey Joe: Similar to Luis Gil. Good velocity but lacks pitch mix; poor overall utility.
• 88 OVR Dontrelle Willis: Poor control, fastball only 92 mph, and an unimpressive pitch arsenal.
• 89 OVR Bill Foster: Even slower than Dontrelle Willis, with mediocre control.
• 88 OVR Jackie Robinson: A giveaway card. Mediocre power potential, not much value.
• 90 OVR Willie Mays: Hitting stats are average, 86 speed, overall rating propped up mainly by defensive reaction.

Tier C

• 88 OVR Michael Fulmer: Good pitch mix, but poor per-nine stats.
• 88 OVR Leroy Matlock: Most stats on this card are weak, though he has some extra-base ability. Can be used in casual games.
• 88 OVR Ray Dandridge: Solid defense, consistent contact but no power, not suited as a core hitter.
• 89 OVR Toni Stone: A contact-oriented second baseman, but severely lacking in power.
• 89 OVR Judy Johnson: High contact, no power, defense and speed unremarkable. Barely serviceable.
• 89 OVR Monte Irvin: Can play many positions, but neither offense nor defense stands out. Not effective.
• 89 OVR Leon Day: Has five pitches, but overall pitching stats are mediocre.
• 90 OVR Bullet Rogan: Poor per-nine stats, max fastball only 94 mph, pitch metrics average. Contact is decent but power is low.
• 89 OVR Rap Dixon: Swing is okay, but hitting and defensive numbers are unimpressive.
• 90 OVR David Justice: Very strong against lefties, but defense and consistency are too poor for a long-term starter.

Tier B

• 88 OVR Drake Baldwin: This card is mostly average, but players will use him as a full-time starter rather than platooning, so his ability to hit lefties is a plus. Power numbers aren't the worst, but not good enough either.
• 88 OVR Andy Cooper: Andy Cooper has five pitches and a nice mix: 4-seam fastball, slurve, screwball, changeup, and sinker. This allows for some variety on the mound, so overall he's usable.
• 89 OVR Larry Doby: Larry Doby is excellent as a second-base platoon player. He has a good swing and useful quirks. Good stats against righties, but weak against lefties.
• 89 OVR Oscar Charleston: His swing has always been solid. The rest of his stats aren't the worst, he has some power, and his speed is decent.
• 90 OVR Hank Thompson: Overall power and contact are not as good as Oscar Charleston's, but like Charleston, he's a left-handed power-type batter.
• 90 OVR Scott Rolen: His contact and power numbers are decent, but his swing is somewhat poor; otherwise he'd be in A Tier.

Tier A

88 OVR Willard Brown

Low contact, high power, with acceptable speed and defense. Can perform at All-Star or even Hall of Fame difficulty, especially suited for lower-difficulty players.

89 OVR Ryan Howard

Excellent as a pinch hitter off the bench. Very good against righties with great power, but struggles significantly against lefties and in low-Vision situations.

90 OVR Biz Mackey

Biz Mackey is a switch-hitting catcher with elite defensive stats across the board. All his defensive attributes are around 90, with 93 arm strength, making him the best defensive catcher in the current game meta. His hitting stats aren't bad either.

90 OVR Corbin Carroll

Corbin Carroll has maxed-out speed, high contact, and can hit righties. His home-run power is weaker in lefty-on-lefty matchups, but that's not what he's used for.

92 OVR Carlos Beltran

Carlos Beltran is a switch-hitting center fielder. His contact numbers are decent, power is a bit low (63 vs RHP), speed reaches 80, making him better suited for a corner outfield spot.

Tier S

90 OVR Kris Bryant

Kris Bryant has 91/77 contact, but high clutch makes up for it. His power vs both sides is around 80, with excellent defense and reaction, and he can play multiple positions. He has quirks like First-Pitch Hitter, Dead Red, and Breaking Ball Hitter, and with his excellent hitting attributes, he performs well on All-Star or Hall of Fame difficulty.

91 OVR John Donaldson

He doesn't have Outlier Slider or Outlier Fastball, but his 101 mph fastball paired with an 80 mph forkball creates a massive speed differential, making him one of the most effective strikeout pitchers in the current meta.

94 OVR Jackie Robinson

Jackie Robinson is clearly S Tier. His attributes are strong across the board, and after parallel upgrades he reaches 105/106 contact, 81/80 power, combined with speed and defense. He can play second base or even shortstop. He also has two core quirks—Dead Red and Breaking Ball Hitter—that make his swing even more effective. Compared to previous years, this may be one of the best Jackie Robinson cards ever.

This Jackie Robinson Day is the most content-rich in MLB The Show series history. You should prioritize completing Storylines missions to unlock Jackie Robinson Collection Reward card. For players who just want to quickly finish the event program, focus on using the higher-rated Storylines players, while D and C Tier cards can simply serve as filler for missions.