Since Spiritborn was introduced in Diablo 4 Vessel of Hatred, players have been eager to know how to best build this class. This guide will provide you with an option that is particularly suitable for players who pursue fast AoE combat - Endgame Rake Spiritborn Build.

Rake Spiritborn Build Explained

Endgame Rake Spiritborn relies mainly on two key characteristics of Rake: high damage output and low Vigor consumption per stack of Ferocity. Through careful selection of equipment and use of Duelist’s Aspect, it is possible to achieve almost unlimited casting of Rake while maintaining high damage.

This setup is very suitable for scenarios with numerous enemies to be cleared quickly. However, this build lacks in survivability. Therefore, it becomes particularly important to rely on Defensive Aspects and Elixirs to improve survivability in the late game.

Ability Point Distribution

Ability Point Distribution of Endgame Rake Build relies almost entirely on Jaguar Skills and Passives.

Basic Node

• Thrash 1/5
• Enhanced Thrash

Core Node

• Rake 5/5
• Enhanced Rake
• Rampant Rake
• Vigorous 3/3
• Balanced Exertion 3/3
• Velocity 3/3

Focus Node

• Vortex 1/5
• Enhanced Vortex
• Replenishing Vortex
• Ravage 5/5
• Enhanced Ravager
• Replenishing Ravager
• Focal Point 1/3

Defensive Node

• Counter Attack 5/5
• Enhanced Counter Attack
• Reinforced Counter Attack
• Endurance 3/3
• Perserverence 3/3
• Fueled 3/3

Potency Node

• Brilliance 3/3
• Acceleration 3/3
• Potent 3/3
• Furnace 3/3

Ultimate Node

• Hunter 5/5
• Harmonious Hunter
• Exhalted Hunter
• Resolution 1/3
• Spiritual Attunement 2/3
• Supremacy 3/3

Spirit Hall Choices

This build performs well largely because of the first Eagle Spirit Bonus. This choice brings a significant movement speed increase, allowing the character to move around the map more quickly, thus speeding up the clearing of the jungle. In addition, Eagle Spirit also provides Acceleration and Brilliance Passives for Jaguar Skills, so all skills can enjoy the benefits brought by Eagle Spirit, greatly enhancing the overall combat effectiveness.

As for the second slot, it is occupied by Jaguar Spirit. Not only can it stack Ferocity on every kill, but more importantly, it can increase the maximum Ferocity Stacks by 1 point.

Best Slot Equipment

In this build, there is a fixed Aspect that is indispensable. In addition, there are some specific Aspects that can significantly improve the player’s survivability and speed up the clearing. However, if you have enough Diablo 4 Gold to acquire the following three unique items, you will also be able to further optimize the gameplay experience and combat efficiency.

• Banished Lord’s Talisman: Provides a level increase in all core skills, and can increase the damage of Overpowered and Critically Striking casts.
• Mother’s Embrace: Greatly extends the ability of Rake to fight through Resource refund, while also granting Attack Speed, Critical Strike Chance, and base Stats.
• Peacemonger’s Signet: Gain an additional Resolve whenever you gain Ferocity.

Mythic Uniques

Nesekem the Herald has an unexpectedly powerful feature in this build that makes it a worthy choice in certain situations. First, Nesekem can effectively stack Overpower, Critical Strike damage, and attack speed, which is particularly important for improving performance in boss battles. When used in conjunction with Rake build, this combination can significantly increase the player’s damage output against powerful enemies.

And since the build’s required aspects don’t include any direct attack boosts, using Nesekem doesn’t sacrifice the other important benefits of Legendary slot.

Best Aspects

• Duelist’s Aspect
• Aspect of the Crowded Sage
• Aspect of Assimilation

Duelist’s Aspect increases maximum Ferocity to 14 stacks for the biggest damage boost. Aspect of the Crowded Sage and Aspect of Assimilation increase Dodge Chance.

High Priority Stats

Statistics affect a character’s combat effectiveness. Here are the stats, loosely ordered by priority:

• Ranks of Rake
• Ranks of Counterattack
• Armor to 1000
• Resistance to cap
• Dexterity
• Dodge Chance
• Maximum Life
• Attack Speed
• Critical Strike Damage
• Overpower Damage
• Maximum Vigor
• Critical Strike Chance

Tempering Choices

There are many powerful Temper choices for players to choose from in this build. For example, Manuals of Jaguar Innovation, Worldly Endurance, Jaguar Finesse and Worldly Finesse. Players want the following:

• Rake size up to 100%
• Ravager duration increase on kill to 100%
• Increased Dodge Chance whenever possible
• Chance for Rake to trigger an extra time
• Jaguar Damage Increase
• Core Damage Increase

Gems & Runewords

When considering equipment slots, players should first focus on YulXan - Pugilist’s Extinction runeword combination. This combination ensures that players can perform Critical Strikes and Overpowers when using skills with cooldowns, giving them an advantage in combat.

Next, for the remaining armor slots, it is recommended to fill them with Diamonds. When choosing jewelry, players should prioritize capping all resistances. If resistances are already at maximum, then consider inserting Skulls.

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Paragon Board Choices

• Start - Fitness
• In Fighter - Exploit
• Revealing - Spirit
• Bitter Medicine - Hone
• Sapping - Turf

Glyph Leveling Order

When upgrading glyphs, priority should be in the following order:

• Fitness
• Spirit
• Hone
• Exploit
• Turf

Mercenary & Reinforcement Choices

For Mercenary, when choosing Subo, players should specify either Pin Cushion or Bargaining Chip Key passive, depending on their preference for core abilities. If Aldkin is chosen, players can choose between Paranoia Key Passive or Condemmed Key Passive.

In this build, Raheir is the preferred Reinforcement because of his unique ability to taunt enemies and effectively reduce the damage taken by teammates. To maximize this advantage, it is recommended to choose Provoke and set it to automatically trigger when the player is damaged.

This way, whenever a team member is attacked and injured, Raheir can immediately take action to attract enemy fire through provocation, thereby gaining more living space and counterattack opportunities for other team members.

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