In the seventh season of Diablo IV, the game introduces a brand-new “Witchcraft” theme. In this season, players can experiment with various magical and dangerous powers, experiencing a unique combat style.
Witchcraft System Overview
In this season, a mysterious magical power begins to appear on the continent of Sanctuary. This magic is not as easy to control as before. It carries a sinister aura, quietly emerging from cliffs and swamps, and sparks can often be seen flickering in the air. The return of dark magic has made the whole world unstable.
In order to master these new powers, you need to complete a series of quests to unlock your own witchcraft skills.You can choose from three different witchcraft schools to learn and improve, each with its own characteristics and play style.
1. Dark Witchcraft
This is a type of magic with powerful destructive force. If you like to attack enemies directly and deal massive damage, then this school is for you. It can unleash powerful flames and shadow energy, leaving enemies helpless.
2. Spiritual Witchcraft
This school is more focused on control and defense. It can help you create illusions to confuse your enemies, and allow you to concentrate your attention on launching precise strikes against them. Some skills can even cause your enemies to fall into a state of confusion, not knowing where to run.
3. Growth and Decay Witchcraft
This is a type of magic that can both heal yourself and harm enemies. You can use it to enhance your health or summon diseases and toxins to interfere with enemies. If you prefer a flexible and versatile playstyle, this school is perfect for you.
In addition to these three main schools, you can also explore more hidden witchcraft skills. These skills are extremely rare, and even the wizards and Whispering Trees in the game are unaware of their existence. Through constant experimentation, you can discover unique combinations and create your own unique playstyle.
How to Obtain Witchcraft Abilities
To learn witchcraft, you must first complete some special tasks. These tasks are called “Whisper Bounties,” and completing them will grant you “Restless Corruption.” Additionally, you must defeat some particularly large monsters known as “Corrupted Heads.” These monsters are stronger than regular enemies, but defeating them will grant you more “Restless Corruption.”
Once you have collected enough “Restless Corruption,” you can increase your reputation in the Witches’ Council. As your reputation level increases, you will unlock new witchcraft skills at the altar next to the Whispering Tree.
If you want to obtain higher-level witchcraft abilities, you need to find the “Forgotten Altar.”These altars are not fixed in location and may appear anywhere on the map. You will need to explore each dungeon carefully to find them.
Once you find an altar, you can use “Corrupted Corruption” to upgrade your witchcraft skills. In addition, defeating “Corrupted Heads” on higher difficulty levels will grant you more resources to help you level up faster.
Some witchcraft skill effects
Below are some interesting witchcraft skills. See if there are any you like!
Fire Bat Servants
Every few seconds (approximately 32 seconds), a group of fire bats will appear around you and fly toward enemies, dealing fire damage. The damage is approximately 20% or 15% of your attack.
When this skill reaches a higher level, if an enemy is hit by the fire bats five times, they will be stunned for three seconds. This is very useful for controlling enemies.
Abyssal Resonance
Each time you consume 250 resources, a explosion is triggered, dealing 400% or 300% shadow damage. If the explosion is triggered consecutively within ten seconds, the range and damage of each explosion increase by 130%, stacking up to three times.
When this skill reaches level 10, the third explosion will first pull enemies toward you before detonating, making it easier to hit your target.
Wave of Sorrow
When you hit an enemy with a skill, “Wave of Sorrow” is automatically released. This skill deals additional shadow damage and spreads to nearby enemies.
When this skill is upgraded to level 5, the damage caused by each spread increases by 15%, and it spreads at least five times. The same enemy may be hit multiple times.
Purifying Touch
This skill allows Dark Witchcraft to deal more damage to large monsters such as “Corrupted Heads.”
When this skill reaches level 10, its bonus effect also applies to other types of monsters, greatly increasing its practicality.
Restless Soul
This skill applies a negative status effect to enemies, making them more vulnerable and easier to damage. The duration depends on the skill level.
After reaching level 10, both Intelligence and Growth and Decay witchcraft can trigger this effect, but the duration is halved.
Inferno Curse
This is a luck-based skill. When you attack an enemy, there is a chance to apply the “Inferno Curse” status to them. Each time you hit them afterward, they take additional fire damage.
When you reach level 7, if you land a critical hit, this status will explode, damaging nearby enemies.
Doomsday Orb
This skill surrounds you with a fireball filled with evil energy. When enemies come into contact with it, they will be burned, taking 400% or 300% fire damage. The fireball will sometimes fly out on its own to attack distant enemies.
After reaching level 5, if you kill an enemy or a boss, the fireball’s damage increases by 5%. When it reaches 100%, the fireball explodes, dealing 5,200 damage to surrounding enemies, then regenerates after 3 seconds.
Summary
The Witchcraft system in Season 7 brings new gameplay and challenges to Diablo IV. Whether you prefer high damage output or control and support, you can find skill combinations suited to your playstyle.
By completing quests, defeating enemies, and collecting resources, you can gradually unlock and enhance these witchcraft skills. Each playstyle has its own unique charm, making them worth exploring and experimenting with.
Hopefully, this guide has helped you understand the witchcraft system in Season 7! Head into the game and give it a try—you might just discover a powerful combo that’s uniquely yours!
