How to Easily Power Up in Diablo 4

I'm Raxxanterax and I make Build Guides, Leveling Guides, Tier Lists and More for Diablo 4, Last Epoch, Path of Exile and Path of Exile 2. After leveling 7 classes to 100 in Diablo 4 Season 4 I wanted to share some of my thought process as I temper, enchant and imprint my gear at different stages of the leveling process to obtain abnormal amounts of power. Doing this with a clear goal in mind you can make your characters insanely power with just a few minutes in town at a time.
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00:00 Helltide First
02:22 Why Nightmare Dungeons?
04:43 Turning Trash Into Gold
06:22 Problems To Solve
08:24 Tempering Offense
17:58 Tempering Defense
20:47 Enchanting Like a Boss
26:51 Imprinting Aspects
34:17 Gear Recap
37:16 Do It All Again WT3/4
41:40 Good Times To Change Gear
42:28 Summary
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[@Zooral45]

Rax is ALWAYS the best youtuber to lay everything down easy and straightforward, never leaving any holes or questions. Such a pro at his job.

[@raidbozzmike]

Also, if you listen closely to this here, take notice on certain leaderboards that most of the high end players have their profiles set to private is because they dont want to share their recepits. Rax just gave it too us at 13:42. I love him much more for this. I also think certain things apply on POE too but im guessing on that. Again, thanks Rax.

[@TheChriscrowder]

Too bad he talks down to you the whole time!

[@Zooral45]

@@TheChriscrowder I think you can’t comprehend sarcasm or dry humor which he uses a lot as far as I can see. Any examples you can share?

[@TheChriscrowder]

@@Zooral45 No, I retract my statement. I just watched his stream and he gave his personal fire gloves to a viewer to help him! I think the beginning of this video gave me a bad first impression.

[@ryanrobnett8189]

I know it went longer than you may have wanted, but it's a game changer for me. You often joke about middle-aged dads who can't devote the time to min-max everything and understand every system and synergy. I am that dad. This tutorial broke it down in easy to chew bites and gave me a good 10 tier jump with ease on nightmare dungeons immediately. Thanks Raxx

[@joshuablanchette878]

same, i followed this and got into world tier3 way.earlier than my last character this season

[@razvanpetrescu6152]

same here :) I am clearing very easly NMDs 10-12 levels above my character level ! thanks Raxx, you presented everything very logic and straight forward, very easy to understand even for a very casual player (full time dad & job :D) ! I purely loved and enjoyed your explanations !

[@frasercresswell1823]

Could not agree more (also in the same boat)

[@DrowGuardian]

In the same proverbial boat! Thank you 😊

[@ericknoleto]

Time to create the Out-of-time Dads Clan.

[@NeCoNLive]

Not sure if he said this. But you can press space to favorite Aspects you want for leveling and they will be on the top :D

[@kkataPS]

Wow didnt now that, ty

[@michaelscott4175]

How u do that for console

[@Jemhadar]

​@@michaelscott4175X button I think

[@xandershea8852]

Hit the square button if your on playstation

[@kbearutube]

Ty. I did not know this.

[@miragegaming984]

This right here Raxx is what sets you apart from the other content creators my dude. Your viewers were saying how they feel they suck and it can be a feels bad moment sometimes (I was one of them). And you make a video in response to try to help that segement of the audiance that watches your content.

[@Scraatch]

God damnit Rax, this is THE FIRST Guide that gives me as a casual some real tools in my hands. May I bag you for making a guide in this style for "casual" Endgame progression?

[@hamedmohammadi2519]

Can’t stress how informative this video was, don’t usually comment. But man the step by step was fantastic. New to D4 ( played D3 for 10k hours). Still was very confused with all the broken information. The biggest thing was every KZbin video assume I know what the hell they talking about when it comes to tempering and other mechanics. Keep it up 🎉

[@AleXelerate8]

This man just saved people millions of gold for thier endgame, some people don't even realize. ❤😂 great video!

[@PlayHouseGaming]

Great breakdown! In case anyone was wondering. The breakdown below is what his gear went from, just by tempering and enchanting. Gear stats Before : 8,821 Attack Power, 4,515 Armor, 18,686 Life Gear stats AFTER: 19,738 Attack Power, 7,570 Armor, 21,671 Life Total gain: +10,917 Attack Power, +3,055 Armor, +2,985 Life

[@RogueCoward]

Diablo 4 season 4 was the first time I have ever played a diablo game. I have been so lost on how to get stronger. All my friends just kept telling me to get better gear and I just couldn't figure out what makes gear "better". This video is the first thing I've seen that I actually understood. Please make more "diablo for dummies" guides like this. You broke down everything I needed to know in a way I can understand. Great video please keep up the good work.

[@Kingtut2121]

I know basically all this info, but you explaining your thoughts behind it is so insightful. Really appreciated it. I always understand things better when i know the "why" behind it.

[@Fluonix17]

My experience with tempering in a nutshell @16:42 lol Thnx for these video's Rax!

[@KarmaKahn]

Too true. 'Damage to distant' has become my greatest nemesis. If only that was my preferred stat I would have never bricked an item. I believed I rolled it 9 nine times in a row once.

[@discrep]

It's funny he jokes about going to PoE, but this experience also exists in much of PoE crafting. 90% of PoE's crafting mechanics exist to improve odds of hitting mods you want. Nothing feels worse than missing multiple consecutive attempts in the 40-60% chance range. Missing even 3 or 4 coinflips in a row feels like the entire world is against you lol.

[@MikeSakaru]

@@discrep Playin' with a friend 2 days ago, needed any res other than cold. Rolled Cold res 6 times in a row (on 2 pieces of gear, obviously). Not sure what the world is trying to tell me. 0.2^6.

[@GsysShehehe]

Thanks!

[@MirrorRunn3r]

What helped me specifically is the part about not min-maxing until level 100. At WT4 I spend a lot of time in town changing gear when a slightly better one drops.

[@kbearutube]

Guilty myself. Now i know. So many hours saved to 100 now.

[@MisterMoot]

yep!

[@Weaver_Games]

Me as well

[@volunteerpin313]

me too!

[@myorigaccisbroken]

TOWN IS LAVA

[@shtk13]

This video captivated me from start to finish - I usually skip around until I find the info I need, but this one was different. I'm new to your channel, but this barb video was truly amazing. It taught me so much about being more efficient, and I was surprised by how much I learned. I never thought I could be so productive! The video was well-organized and easy to follow, and the presenter was engaging and knowledgeable. I'm definitely going to subscribe to your channel and watch more of your videos. I was particularly impressed by the way you explained complex concepts in a clear and concise manner. The examples were relatable and easy to understand. I also appreciated the presenter's enthusiasm and passion for the subject. It was clear that they genuinely cared about sharing their knowledge with others. Overall, this video was a valuable learning experience for me. I feel more confident in my ability to be efficient and productive, and I am excited to apply the tips and techniques that I learned from the video. I would highly recommend this video to anyone who is looking to improve their efficiency and productivity.

[@marshallwoodruff3102]

Great info Raxx! I consider myself a "Casual Try-Hard Dad Gamer". I play more than a lot of casuals but not enough as hardcore players with life and kids and all. I feel I understand the new systems and theories behind them but when you explain the magnitude of Tempering and how you go about it as you go up in World Tiers, it really helps me realize it is not a waste to temper or mess with those things prior to WT4. Its not just a small boost to your build but truly a massive power increase. Videos like this are where you really excel comparing to a lot of the other content creators for D4. Keep up the hard work man!

[@ELGpels]

For me, I liked to hear your thoughts and thinking process behind the choices you do. And you did great simplifying the process of what to do during the different phases to 100. So now the leveling seems more easy and approachable, and I can actually think for myself instead of braindead follow a guide. (Guides are great, but I also like to understand the why). Demonstrating and showing during the explanations are very valuable, easier to follow along and see what you are talking about. Awesome work Raxx!

[@iiLazySundays]

I've searched high and low across KZbin and Reddit for any in depth advice on efficient levelling as well as understanding certain core mechanics of the game; not once however has anyone compiled, compressed and relayed such a vast wealth of knowledge in the way that you have. I honestly feel that my understanding of the game has increased tenfold and has bought to light many mistakes and errors I've made across a plethora of previous characters. I cannot thank you enough for this video, you've gained a sub and I'll be sure to look out for any future videos. Top stuff my guy

[@fayedd2r998]

I like how you went step by step. What you do first, second, etc., and the thought process behind your decisions. Makes it easy to duplicate. Thanks Raxx!!

[@melz4662]

16:35 is by far the best part of this video

[@LoafyGoofy]

That shit is my fucking life right now. Only on the best gear though.

[@lashaxoperia5917]

Sadly that shit happened to my 2 greater affix amazing ring and i had to sell it. 4 times in a row damage to distant on Barbarian.

[@redbloodreaver4935]

Missed opportunity to pull an asmon and just alt F4 the game before launching PoE and just continue blasting with his tornado shot deadeye as though nothing happened

[@oleg991]

This is worth a special short video

[@avatarofdeath]

Yeah, there has to be an issue in the code, once it hits on a temper it just stays on it

[@unnaturalatrophy8443]

That was sick. Thank you. I'm new to diablo 4, and the guides were confusing. I had some idea from the game that I could enchant and temper, but I didn't really understand how powerful it was. This will help me greatly.

[@minameismud83]

The most helpful thing for me was seeing how you quickly make decisions on stats - tempering & enchanting. Seeing you hit that exception case and hearing your thoughts with the poison & lighting res was awesome. Thank you!

[@DeanMurphyCDM]

When you’re on your 12th D4 character and you realise you’ve been levelling wrong the entire time 😢 Thanks for this Rax. Literal game changer. I had allowed myself to be conditioned into thinking enchanting, imprinting, tempering before 100/ancestral was a complete waste of time. Watched this yesterday with my Barb at 50 in tier 3. Applied your ideas and a couple of hours later I’m 84 and decimating everything in helltides and nmd’s. Love it.

[@mak-tp]

Yup just started playing a week ago game (came free with my Xbox and decided to try it after months of owning it) started with Druid (54 currently) then necromancer (91) and now barbarian (82) my barb is probably strongest character currently and it only took me 2 days

[@steverogers3696]

Hi Rax, thanks for the video been watching since your D3 stuff. Biggest part for me was how simple terms and showing on the screen at the same time. Like we used to do in school here in the uk - show and tell! I dont know how possible it is, but videos like this for "how to sorcerer" or "how to barb" in this way would be great for alot of casual gamers like my partner. 10 mins here is the load outs you need for sorc fire/ice/lightning here is the tempers you want for x y z I think it would help alot of people not just myself I play only couch co-op with my partner, we did the same with D3 and moves into D4 when that came, we have watched you every season and all the information has been so helpful that by season 3 we were very confindent in what we were doing and able to get to 75+ nightmare dungeons and kill duriel several times etc so just wanted to say thanks and i'll look forward to your stuff in season 5 and beyond

[@FitMagic]

Rax explained things so well that I was able to put the video on 2x speed and even place the phone into my pocket for some parts and do others things and still understand exactly what he was talking about! If I could say only one thing to make the video “better” would be to make it shorter (if that is even possible since he packed so much content into it). Rax, I feel like you literally gave away all your secrets in this video! You are awesome for sharing. Thank you.

[@sirvicemanone]

One of the best videos Ever for understanding D4. This is my 2nd season and I learned a lot thank you for your efforts!

[@foopah]

The actual demonstration helped the most. I am a more casual player and this was gold. I get in my head about trying to min/max and waste so much time trying to figure out the best gear only to do it all over again 30 min later.

[@karacrooney575]

Hey Rax, you were 10 mins into this video, and i already learned that my double swing barb was built wrong. 😆 I realized i didn't have to min/max everything the first time out. Im constantly being harped on by my friends for taking so long in town. My favorite part of this particularly awesomely informational video was the descriptive showcase you used. It was great. Bang in a few helpful affixes or skill tips and BOOM, back out to kick some badguy butt. WELL DONE, SIR!!

[@rremnar]

In almost every MMO, I always take a long time in town. That's just how I am lol 😆It's usually because I am thorough, and making sure I got everything. If I'm rushed, I always forget something.

[@HNedel]

Yeah, I still don’t understand how to play this game 😅 everyone just jumps from one dungeon to the next and does 100x the damage i do, meanwhile i die from a single hit (not even boss fights), and then just to recycle all my gear i spend so much time in town, i still don’t know how they don’t do anything in town and are ready for the next one almost immediately.

[@scottcunni]

sometimes longer videos are good and this is one of those cases....my man thank you for the video. helpful as always.

[@corycooper4509]

Thanks Raxx, As a casual player I never spent much time early game tempering or rerolling affixes as I just figured I’d find something better in a few levels. I always waited towards the end, that is if I didn’t give up due to frustration on being weaker all around, seeing this video it makes so much more sense to me now. Thanks again Raxx

[@PeterRichardsandYoureNot]

Best guide ever. Explains everything from planning to execution and the over-explaining ( a great thing) on why you choose to do things is great. So much better than “here’s a video of my character kicking butt. Go see my build on maxroll!” Which is useless. The tempering guide is perfect and I just happen to run. Into this type of tempering system myself just today.

[@d1videbyz3r0]

Fantastic video. I was missing the knowledge of what's required to build good damage and survivability. The synergies you broke down were impeccable.

[@Hyperion_317]

Being new to diablo and playing pretty casually, hearing the concepts then seeing the demonstration helps so much. I've definitely been complicating every far more than I needed

[@dedeath]

very helpful for me personally. im always never sure how much you guys pay attention to gear in lower levels. sometimes i feel im wasting my time tempering or enchanting when i know im gonna find gear that makes it obsolete in like 5 more levels. it's nice to see your thought process on it all, probably one of the most useful guides for me

[@aqvamarek5316]

You get yellows with level 10, and ring / amu level 15, if you temper all of it, you are fine until word tear 3, than you get your first batch of sacred gear. If you temper it, this is fine until level 55 (when you can carry world tier 4 gear), do at level 55 the capstone to play it safe (with your starting sacred gear), than switch to ancestory gear. That starting WT4 gear with two tempering slots, should be fine until level 70-80. From level 65 you start to drop masterwork items, and than you slowly replace your starting WT4 with masterwork gear.

[@flako7745]

Man you got it love the patience that Raxx has to teach new people about the game mechanics ❤

[@David-on7co]

Great vid Raxx! Seeing the order and methodology as well as the reasoning behind the choices was extremely helpful. Would love to see something very similar covering the ins and outs of the paragon board. I think that is one aspect that is not explained very well for new players. See you on the streams!

[@UVA2004]

As a casual player, this video was exactly what I needed. The step by step directions and the reasoning behind them really helped a noob like me. You have a new sub!

[@zaiyas1408]

Guys if you make new alts as soon as you get yellow or legendary items you can put max level tempers you earned on you max level character on your new characters gear. For example say you get a legendary chestplate at level 15 you can put the temper that gives you max life and it’s between 300-500 which is insane amounts of health for level 15 do this on all gear that can take health you’ll be able to tank everything in the early game. Something I discovered is max level Elemental surge is insanely good early game. Use a basic skill that has a high lucky chance and put elemental surge on all weapons. On two handed you get a chance to do 8000 damage and 4000 damage on one handed which is insane damage early game. This should carry you until level 60-70 then you should start transitioning to your end game build once you start getting ancestral items.

[@neverending5316]

This on season server or eternal server ?

[@tangoalee9585]

Easily the most helpful and insightful guide out there. Literally zero competition as all others want to explain the mechanics a billion ways but Raxx talks about STRATEGY and WHEN to use it. Thank you!

[@AKarrit]

Tempering is actually so fun. I love making an alt and destroying early levels with close damage

[@innomtl7140]

Probably the bet youtuber out there. No nonsense, just pure information for everyone. Rax just makes it so easy to understand. Awesome video man!

[@kholio4377]

These kinds of vids are the apex of content for gamers. Naturally, because i over think while levelling, i had 85% of this but tweaking that last 15% - and getting that next level of understanding - is just priceless. So clear. Clean. Concise. 🏆

[@saadl1]

Just started Diablo 4 a few weeks ago & I’m only 6mins into this clip but man you know how to explain shit straight to the point - I’m hooked.

[@McKernel]

This is the greatest video for D4 comebacker or new player.

[@keysurfer2003]

I gotta say Raxx: I am always really impressed how you can make an entire KZbin video in one take. For me in this video the most useful part was the hands on examples of how you put your thoughts into actions in-game. Keep up the good work

[@vipertoasties8017]

Watching your atk power go from 8k to 19k in 20 minutes with trash gear is incredible. I can’t wait to try this out when I finish work

[@trash6960]

I feel bad for the noobs who think attack power is an indicator of a good build or any type of power increase. It's a completely arbitrary number. The numbers that matter are the specifics like weapons damage, stats, and flat/ additive / multiplicative damage types. My paragon node essentially gives me 50% more damage for every ability casted, whether I have it on my paragon board or not my attack power doesn't increase or decrease at all. Yet it quite literally doubles my DPS. Don't be trapped by attack power as a number , check out a maxroll damage guide

[@vipertoasties8017]

@@trash6960 don’t care didn’t ask

[@trash6960]

​@@vipertoasties8017 My other comment got deleted. I'm thinking you reported it like a snowflake. But the fact that you replied shows you read and care about what I wrote. I understand if you don't care about my opinion, but don't talk nonsense and come off as ignorant. You seem like the kind of person who judges builds solely on attack power and brags about it, nobody will take you seriously.

[@Hajutze]

@@vipertoasties8017 I see, you're new to the internet. Nobody needs permission to comment on your stupidity.

[@feranks3211]

this video has a real "teach a man how to fish" vibe. guides are great for inspiration but getting to see your thought process behind gearing really opens up the game for me learning the mechanics. thanks a bunch!

[@SuperSavage-yo2tb]

Wow you just broke down this so easy and smart is crazy I just learned to play 300 hours and it took 40 mins to learn a lot, I like how you showed what you would do and what not to do really help me , thanks rax your a legend shine on brother 💯 U think I can make a good rouge build video ?

[@jimbaj5814]

This is honestly entirely super helpful. Right now as a new d4 player I think the most helpful elements of this video is when you breakdown what affixes you want and why.

[@brennon4380]

TRIM -Temper, Reroll, Imprint, Masterwork

[@vuminhdang5724]

TEIM

[@TraianusImperator]

I'm gonna TRIM my ballsack.

[@keenzo1998]

@@vuminhdang5724stop tryna copy this dude. Leave it at trim bud

[@SoupsIsEz]

TUDPOE - temper uninstall download path of exile

[@ESI3GE]

Love it bro!!!

[@whydoineedtocreateahandle]

I watched your 6h barb run and did not understand how you were blasting so fast. THANK YOU for this video. Your content is what makes this game fun for some of us that can't theorycraft (1h of gaming per day tops).

[@Charlies_Factory]

I didn’t realize how much i sucked at this game 😂

[@rameking1]

Right? Lol

[@smallvillesuperman88]

Really like the way you explained your step by step thought process. I am definitely one of those players that reconfigured my gear every 5 lvls or so, before hitting 60. I finally started breaking the habit after the holidays w some nagging from a friend wondering why I take so long. He finally convinced me to check out some builds. (Didn't look up builds either) I just always liked going into it fresh and being logical, but also picked what vibes w me. It's a game.. wanted to enjoy it. There's definitely a few things you can still get hung up on. Didn't mean to ramble, but felt obligated to comment when I heard what you said at the end. I appreciate your passion and your patience. 😅

[@gergonagy7791]

Rax for prezident!

[@Sure0Foot]

your vids are always super approachable. I send some, like this one, to my wife who likes to play but doesn't want to think too much, and this approach breaks it down simply & effectively. Excellent.

[@GrandMagusDK]

I had atleast 10 rings die because i rolled the same useless tempering affix 5 times in a row.

[@mattb6646]

It feels terrible, and almost intentional doesn't it. It honest to god feels like some algorithm to purposely brick items

[@jowallprieto7727]

If you role the same affix 2 times in a row, put a new item on the tempering box and temper it then switch back and continue it helps to get bad roll luck out of the way on a useless item, i keep a similar item for my bad rolls.

[@emperorchungus]

I like everything about the video. The visual demo, going through everything with specific details, getting to the point quickly in a way that makes sense. Best guide by far ever made.

[@GeneraalProff]

"I was here 4th" is what I supposed to be saying right?

[@paulosousa6059]

I was here… too!

[@Wreckt-bo8mp]

This is hands down some of the best information I have found for leveling up in D4. I know there are guides on maxroll and other such sites but this 45 minute discussion changed the game for me as a new player. All points were useful. The basic explanations along with show and tell simplified things perfectly. Thank you sir.

[@noahbroadstreet827]

Thank you for taking the time to explain and not trying to spit it out so fast that I have to rewind a hundred times. I love the video.

[@JasonRogers-kf3vy]

Amazing work Raxx. Not just the best D4 video I have ever watched but the best “guide/tutorial” period. This should become the template of how to make such a video. No BS OP build promises, just a straight “this is how this game works” guide. Love this!

[@Ryan-hz9tw]

The whole thing helped me, Raxx! Helpful to know what's in your mind and then be able to see it represented on screen. Beautiful illustrative demonstration

[@shaunvanzyl1180]

The way you explain is exactly what makes u one of my favourite content creators. Well done i am a veteran D4 and stil i watched the entire video

[@felixm2618]

This video was really helpful for me ! I love the demonstrations and how you explain everything at a normal rythm. Also, I think it's mostly how you go back to first principles when it comes to gearing that makes this all a lot more informative than what the other creators do. Thank you !

[@mikebrady3507]

I really appreciated the explanation of tempering, it always seemed a bit overwhelming and the way you explained it not just with how you explained it, but how chill you were definitely took the edge off and made it no big deal!

[@Toozey]

As a semi casual player since D3, this has been the best video explaining itemization I've seen. Learnt a ton this season on what to look for and temper. How to get powerful !!!

[@meklarz3217]

You asked at the end what people liked from this vid. Well... Honestly everything. The way you explained it was simple and to the point, No going off on tangents. You explained in lamence terms at the same time which helped alot. And showing what you do and how you do it and why is I think the most impactful. Cause im a more visual learner and I know there are others out there that learn better by seeing it in action then just an explanation. Its actually a video I think ill probably re-watch a few times here and there just to kinda get the full gist of the entire things you explained. Really amazing video, I do watch you generally everyday trying to beat your lvling times which is pretty funny. Keep up the great content.

[@qreqorious]

This guide absolutely helped me. im actually leveling using this same build so a lot of stuff made sense. i was originally following Icey Veins but when i used your tempering powers, i was unstoppable. Thanks Rax!

[@adamellis2376]

This is a great tutorial. I think what works best is the straightforward and direct nature of your explanation. It's just to the point and kind of 'no frills' approach and it really makes it easy to understand. You're not over explaining, and you're not wasting my time with irrelevant information or trying to be extra entertaining (not that it's not entertaining, it's just to the point). I think this is a perfect way to do it. Keep it up!

[@ItWasWritten516]

as a returning player from when they reworked the damage buckets, I have been lost playing D4! wanted to return after all the changes in s4 and was highly intimidated. you explained everything as simple as possible. you break it down like we are 5 and that showing examples was a major help! repeating what you said a few times helped as well for clarification. these longer explanation videos are appreciated from older gamers like me 💯💯💯

[@skylyne27]

Dude, that was insanely helpful! Explaining your decision-making process while showing exactly when and where you are confronted with the question makes everything so much easier to understand! Thanks!

[@JC-gn1nh]

Raxx, I literally wouldn't be playing D4 without your guides. I really enjoy and appreciate honing my efficiency, and you do a great job of mentoring folks at that. Appreciate you and look forward to future content!

[@TheKmullins87]

Love the whole video, showing the concepts in simple terms and putting it all togeather. You do a great job of taking complex and breaking it down so anyone can understand and follow it and instantly have a better character for the few minutes of watching and then executing the lesson.

[@Kshaadoo]

As someone who returned to D4 in s4 those guides are actually very helpful. My firewall sorc is blasting in tier 4 while leveling. Always to the point and very specific. Love the guide.

[@gab2.046]

i love the speed at which you speak, somany d4 channel youtubers seem to think that time is of the essence, which in turn means my adhdbrain wont get half the info!

[@Franzipane]

The high level conceptual overview was super helpful. I understand meta build guides exist and I’ve followed them in the past, but I’ve been trying to understand the “why” behind the builds to try different things. I applied the info from this video and blasted through the curator and Elias with no problems at 32 and 48 respectively. Thing I struggle with is bouncing back and forth between town too often when I find a new gear piece, and that eats up time. Had to rewatch the end, and am going to try to stay out of town for now haha.

[@hamstero7]

Great guide! What I like about this video is that you explained the process behind your choices instead of just telling "slap close damage on items and lets gooo". Because of that, I learned something instead of copying solutions

[@davidfields3098]

For someone who’s been struggling with the basics on how to progress. This video was absolutely what I need. Thanks.

[@jenthulhu]

I've clearly been remaking my gear way too often. My builds aren't that different from what you recommend. I stopped following other people's builds two seasons ago because my own were working just fine. But I think I'm wasting way too much time, mats, and money, updating things out of paranoia. Thanks for the straightforward, no-nonsense commentary on how you approach the game, Rax.

[@ale1987]

Rax, you are the perfect example of thinking in first principles. The way you explain concepts and how you make us think about the why behind each decision sets you apart from the rest. Thank you.

[@Maxiiimoto]

This guide is so comprehensive and clean to understand, I was overwhelmed at first by all the stuff in d4 but now I get it 😊 thank you!

[@roncurtis4222]

What I liked in this guide: the chaptered approach from theorycrafting, to a demonstration on those ideas and why they matter, to ending with suggestions for the end game, where the focus shifts from leveling the toon to leveling the gear. Many great tips throughout from an expert's viewpoint that should make the game fun at all stages this season. I'm using a shadow minion necro to mindlessly fast level Aspects, but my second playthrough will be my favourite class, and the reason I bought D4, due to early game previews: rogue, which I'll take into endgame as a heartseeker build for the real yolo.

[@wolfapostle]

I loved how you demonstrated what to pay attention to.... finally managed to crack lvl 50 with my barb and it feels so strong after correctly tempering and paying attention to the proper affixes :)

[@smokinquack89]

Really glad you broke this down was watching your speed run having to pause multiple times and take mental notes. This is definitely more chill....LOL Thank you!

[@kingcobra8299]

Really helpful video. This is my first Diablo game and have been playing since season 2. A lot of this stuff I was doing but I didn't really know why I was doing it. The most useful thing were your explanations about why certain stats matter and other ones don't. I am going to watch this video again and go step by step through my character tonight. Thanks for the upload!

[@Bobaphatt]

This is my first time playing since launch and I've been pretty lost with the new systems. This is the first video i've seen that explains it in a way i understand. Going through item by item and explaining the thought process helped me immensely.

[@ic_0129]

Thanks for the guide! This made leveling feel even faster and more enjoyable without any good aspects lol.

[@blaineturner1434]

Its june 3rd, im sitting with my first barb buikd ever, havent played since season 2, and having always overwhelmed with the buikd crafting, this single video right here blew me away. Ive stored all my temper manuals, never messed with any gear judt trying to swap pieces to wt4. I realize now ive been doing it all wrong. Thank you so much for this. I would buy you a drink if you lived in ohio bro

[@drft20B]

This is the most insightful easy to understand guide for gearing up and leveling, thank you. Understanding the steps to modify gear in the new system was helpful and the reasons behind it. So even when playing a different class or build I can apply the same logic and be good to go.

[@KarlRhodesUK]

Love this video, I'm a very visual learner, so demonstrations like this work best for me.

[@KiingMerci]

This is hands down the best diablo guide I've seen so far. Every point of information was great for me, but I really enjoyed the loot breakdown with tempering and apects. It really made it make sense for me as a visual learner.

[@jasonwoodward3697]

As a player who walked away in season 2 , I had no clue about the new crafting aspects it was a complete game changer for me. I went from not being able to live through a seasonal boss w other players to literally soloing the maiden. Thank you

[@bewarebear22]

This was super helpful! I’ve been avoiding these systems because I figured they weren’t worth using until later when you’re getting new items with higher item power all the time while leveling. This walkthrough helped me realize the errors in my assumptions, understand the whole thought process, and has me psyched to go finish getting my first character to 100! I might actually do another character now, too…

[@bristolsteve6970]

Possibly one of the best D4 videos made to date for the newer/casual player. Top work Raxx.

[@naomisstress]

In my case, the actual demonstration was an eye opener !! I have been strugling with the best way to optimize my gear and this video is just AWESOME !!!! Thanks a lot Raxx !!!

[@teekay8475]

Dude - I was away from D4 since Season 1 but came back thanks to your covering of the changes to the new season. I've been struggling with my Barb in WT2 and was having a good time until a Necro waltzed by me and was laying waste. I knew I was missing something but didn't have a clue. Your entire video today has made the whole system make sense. Thanks for this.

[@guardpuzzle467]

Wow shows how dmg really stacks up. Thank you for doing this, things make so much more sense now. The thought behind what you do and why, gone through at a good pace, not a mad dash to town, click click and out again. Demonstrating what is done too. I was glued from beginning to end.

[@DastardlyAct]

Amazing! You helped by presenting each type of gear/item, showing the individual steps, based on the guiding concepts . When you pointed out a few aspects which are good for any class, that was new to me. You help bec you do not talk fast, and you don't use expert gamer jargon. You are a gifted teacher ! Thank you, Raxx!

[@p0tent1alTHx]

What a fantastic video! Thank you! I have been playing Diablo IV daily since the start of season 2, and just when I thought I had my levelling game sorted, Raxxanterax drops THE definitive guide. :)

[@greasemonkey3507]

Great stuff. Best part for me was where you explain the "no-brainer" picks for immediate power. Overthinking what to Temper, what to re-roll is super easy to fall into. Your method just makes it trivial.

[@ghnvt3]

I'm on my second character this season, haven't played for multiple years, this video is exactly what I needed. Thanks Rax!