Temper and Masterwork Your Items | Complete Crafting Guide

[@danieliorns4446]

55 hour work week, wife, 2 kids, 3 dogs. Swim meet on Saturday. Hit lvl 99. Absolutely loving S4. Might actually make a non necro alt this season.

[@taalibxo]

how are you still sane

[@danieliorns4446]

@@taalibxo I listen to the whispers

[@livingart2576]

Similar to me. I work 60 hours a week and married with 3 kids a dog, reptiles, etc. I get an hour a night on the Xbox if I’m lucky 🤣

[@motherpigeon1582]

@@taalibxo I always wonder why people are crying about working 40-50h? Week has 168h so how is that tiny part of your life which is 1/4 magically making your week that hard? People must learn how to be effective and how to not spend time on the "idle mode" as it is simply waste.

[@taalibxo]

@@motherpigeon1582 capitalism must love you mate

[@ghostwood9174]

This is by far the best guide on these changes I’ve come across. Thanks for putting it together!

[@delmarhi]

Hope so….everyone keeps spouting you can temper ancestral items twice but every time I do it just overwrites….

[@ISAR4BI]

1 - temper 2 - reroll 3 - aspect 4 - master working 5 - gem socket thank you

[@hendrikmaartens4257]

Because master working can crit on the temper, it may be better to temper LAST if you want to avoid that

[@ISAR4BI]

@@hendrikmaartens4257 i think you cant master working any item befure tempering it

[@7kortos7]

@@hendrikmaartens4257 he's correct you can only master work something that has maximum tempers on it.

[@tonykeally1039]

@@hendrikmaartens4257you can’t masterwork something unless it is tempered

[@mc_sim]

1.temper 2.temper 3.brick 4.salvage 5.grindgrindgrindgrindgrind 😂

[@Therodaas]

As someone that went akf from d4 after s0... Ive missed all the info on these past seasons and the changes. This guide/video definitely earned you another sub.

[@jclc4201]

Same here.... 👌

[@Zen-Lion]

Thank you. I cannot invest the time I wish I could into D4, per RL. Your explanation levels the playing field for Me. No doubt others as well that have a limited play time window. Now I can progress more confidently because you've provided a better understanding of the new crafting systems at play in Season 4, and for that, again I thank you. Keep the content rolling. It's been invaluable. Ty. Ty.

[@jayback4920]

You are the best at explaining mechanics that I’ve ever found. Thanks dude. I’ve been pulling my hair out until I found this video 😅

[@Aziabel]

Hey, Mac. I clipped your video and used it as proof to submit a bug report to Blizzard for Masterworking GA Core Stats. You were correct, 5% of 270 is 13.5, and your Intelligence should have increased as such. 9 is actually 5% of the non-GA max stat value of 180.

[@ISAR4BI]

right

[@Square_One]

hmm I wonder if that explains why my boots with +4 ball lightning GA are still only +4 after masterworking level 6 which I believe should be at least +25% total

[@Vondarkstar]

Charity hires are more important than maths now 😅

[@marksabean8516]

The underlying value is 180. 270 is plus 50%. The five percent increase uses the 180 (100%) base. 5% of 180 is 9.

[@f.m848]

Literally, every one of your videos teaches me at least one new thing I didn't know. not to mention you are great at making things simple and easy to understand. well done sir.

[@adamstevens3661]

Keep it up Mac. Been playing d4 since preseason. Been watching you since my first blood necro. You helped me understand the overpower mechanic back when it was like trying to translate hyraglyohics. Your d4 content is the best and no one can deny it. You just get it man. I'm glad your channel has blown up recently. So Mac keep it up

[@BrandonWestfall]

I am absolutely clueless about all of the mechanics in this game and found it convoluted and overwhelming. I now have a solid grasp of how the items work thanks to you.

[@rosedarkmaster11]

As someone who is just coming back and had no idea what these systems were, I VERY much appreciate your rundown on this. I have been looking for something like this and you delivered. Thank you so much

[@Mephasm571]

Managed to hit level 80 today with 6 kids! The last 3 seasons took me at least a month to hit that.

[@jeffcorum5676]

I watched 4 videos on this topic before yours, and until yours, i still had no idea what i was doing...... thank you so very much, wonderful video!!

[@DannyDopeness]

Finally got started on S4 after a brutal work week! Got to WT4 at level 50 and now just leveling up! Watched your Day 1-2 vids during work breaks so I could spend today more efficiently, thanks Mac for this tempering/masterworking tips!!

[@ericpisch2732]

As a mortgaged up grandad I just hit lvl 70 this weekend, I have however been suffering as a pure pet necro from day one. This guide was very helpful

[@inserthere2118]

Happy birthday. Hope your grand kids value you.

[@ericpisch2732]

@@inserthere2118 lol lvl 70 necro not 70 yo 😜

[@kogasoldier9379]

If you want a really fun class to play try assassin. -a necro main who sometimes wants some button mashing fun

[@iotaeta-pi2770]

I'm a long-time D3 player and I started D4 two weeks ago. Demon Hunter was my main in D3, but I'm not liking the Rogue in D4 so far. I've found the reverse in D4 with the Necromancer. It's a weapon of mass destruction!.

[@dans15]

As a time-poor Dad, playing casual, I didn't understand all the endgame stuff. This has been really helpful and clear. Thanks.

[@seanmiddleton3055]

Someone in the forums made a good point. The devs wanted to hit that feeling of excitement when you get a great drop… but what we’re getting instead is a feeling of wariness on a great drop. “Well… i got something i want. I hope tempering doesn’t go awful.” Tempering results seem to land at, “Well that’s usable” or “that could have been a lot better but at least it was the affix i want”. When i’m getting ready to temper, it has already conditioned me to expect the following: “this temper manual has 3 affixes… 2 of them would be acceptable but i really want a specific one… so it’ll probably hit the third one at least 4 times in a row, if not every time.”

[@Bynbrooke]

Ehh, I think its more 2 points of dopamine. You get the dopamine of getting an amazing 2-3 greater affix item, and again getting a perfect or near perfect temper roll.

[@seanmiddleton3055]

@@Bynbrooke well you’re psyche appears significantly unassailable compared to a lot of other players.

[@buddylord3020]

That's because that's not what the devs want. That's what you want. What the devs want is for you to be continually engaged

[@seanmiddleton3055]

@@buddylord3020 watch the campfire chat and then come participate with correct info.

[@christophbode4444]

Great Video, thx. The math with masterworking at 15:24 implies that a greater affix will not be increased by 5% but rather it's 5% of the standard maxroll of that affix.

[@MacroBioBoi]

Accurate math right here

[@doctork2684]

I'm a very casual player and I needed these explanations. Thank you for this video, helped me so much in the understanding of the new way Diablo IV works :) Awesome guide for me :D

[@anthonycolomvakos5902]

Videos got me through a flight to greece (9 hours) and learned so much as a new player thank you.!

[@itsjustjim4196]

Thank you. Very new to diablo.. used a few videos to learn everything I need up to level 70. But this video just explained that; A) I quite obviously need to hit 100 before worrying about my gear too much B) What the goal actually is when i get there. Video was clear and precise. Thanks again. Liked and subbed.

[@frankrodriguez1981]

Best explanation for this insane mindscrew that is gear upgrading. Just what I needed.

[@Dolf260z]

That's me in the intro! work 12 hour days, wife, kid, trying to do a nut and bolt restoration on a mental Datsun 260z.... I can only really play on weekends for a few hours.... Not even playing seasonal, trying to get my season 2 Necro from 70 to 100 and my Season 1 Barb from 80 to 100! Thanks for the guide! Extremely helpful!

[@7kortos7]

12 hour days should be illegal.

[@Dolf260z]

@7kortos7 it's self inflicted brother! The overtime is too good and I have a family to support. Would be nice to earn my income without the OT though! Ha!

[@panflutehero1]

I am the dad in the opening comment and I'm playing necro this season as well 😂

[@P3ngu1nKn1gh7]

Same

[@BRad-wd8tm]

Yep

[@MacroBioBoi]

Hey dad

[@MacroBioBoi]

Hey dad

[@MacroBioBoi]

Hey dad

[@qjustblessed1]

Sorry forgot to add AMAZING GUIDE KING! We appreciate the content and information seriously

[@InfiniteUltima2077]

This is the best guide I've seen breaking it down step by step, thank you kindly

[@Redacted_762]

This was exactly the type of video I've been looking for. Thank you.

[@iforaniNOX]

As one of those dads with kids: thanks for the comprehensive dive into crafting. I just jumped back into the game and didn't even realize i could temper two stats onto my gear, making the chance for bricking even higher >_

[@MacroBioBoi]

Gl gl not bricking!

[@briancolica6542]

Thank God I watched this video. I had no idea i could add 2 affixes to my gear. I'm level 88 and have had no issues so far, but this takes my gear to another level. Thanks!

[@MadCat_G]

Best guide for masterworking I've seen. As a very busy person (not a dad) I really appreciate this

[@david10808]

I only have 14 kids and 2 wives but I haven't played since season 1 so I appreciate this

[@drueldorado5700]

Get your kids to farm Diablo 4

[@david10808]

@@drueldorado5700 I'm working on it

[@chrismeyers5963]

Should've made better life decisions then lmao

[@davidtrongnguyen]

Thank you for such a detailed, comprehensive and easy to understand breakdown of how the tempering and mastering system works 🙏🏼

[@codysauder3071]

So assuming I don't want the item itself, I should be salvaging all legendary items as the Codex will save the best version of whatever aspect it is and you will be able to use that aspect infinitely?

[@Orthus100]

Yes, salvage to upgrade the codex and get materials. When those are good, you can either salvage or sell any extras.

[@danielrodgers6939]

Quit being so smart!!! Thats a compliment. Youre so good at what you do. We appreciate ya

[@Kruzilla]

Thank you so much for this video, I finally made my return to D4 after only playing in the first season and this made everything so much more clear for me

[@joshmilner4864]

Pretty crazy how things have changed. I played once at launch then just came back for vessel and wow.... quite the learning curve

[@klumzyee]

Damn, I felt called out.. Finally starting Season 4.. and thank you for this update.

[@baileyleonhirth1922]

I love how concise and to the point your video was! How often I find I’m stuck watching 10 minutes of pointless dialogue to try and hear the nitty gritty of the click bait video title. So liked and subscribed! Thank you for your service 🫡

[@derrickmcfall8702]

played several times still lvl 66 just dont have that much time. this was very helpful, thank you

[@skarfacegaming243]

The tempering part helped my sorcerer become so much stronger so fast. Chance to cast a second ball lightning affix is nuts

[@WraithVoidwalker000]

I've just got into D4, and immediately went straight for a pet build necromancer. Whenever this class pops up, it automatically becomes my main. 😂 currently lvl 19. Thank you for the great video.

[@jaesw]

This is the best explanation I've seen so far about this.

[@ChaoYangMF]

Just started playing today this is crazy deep game . I like it it tells you want everything does.

[@jakemeyer8188]

One helpful thing I've been doing while dealing with gear and tempering is occasionally unsocketing my jewelry gems while choosing and tempering gear. That way I know where my base resistances are at, and often means I can run with only 1 or 2 gems and still be maxed. That way if I find a good piece of gear that is missing the proper resistance, I still have some wiggle room.

[@sledgehammer5033]

an important thing to note is that the codex of power is shared across characters. i had a HC necro that died at 58 and when i rolled another, it was so much easier to get back on my feet.

[@FeuerhammerX]

That was surprisingly useful, and answered exactly the questions I had regarding the order of upgrades.

[@fredford1172]

outstanding tutorial, clear and concise, thank you for excellent D4 content.

[@jonathanbillingslea1262]

Thanks for this! I just recently subscribed as I'm trying to learn the new mechanics after leaving d4 s1. I already watched 4 other channels, good popular channels mind u, and this has been the best guide I've found. Thanks for all ur work.

[@Mine4062]

Dude... might be the most useful and clear guide I've ever seen. Thank you so much.

[@StreetComp]

I just started D4 few days ago and had no idea what everything you cover in this guide was so thanks very much. Btw, couple years ago I reinstalled D3 and was surprised they were still doing new seasons, and actually still are, anyway I’m sure they have a basic map for D4 for next 10 years so we’ll conquer that lvl200 pit or whatever it is soon enough 😈

[@tamirleibovich]

man ! you are my guy for this game ! you explain so clearly and really love your deep dive into the math in your videos ! thanks for the effort

[@devak45167]

As a returning player this guide was very helpful. I’m not a Dad, I just didn’t like the game at launch. It’s a bit better now for sure, still miles behind D2R

[@Th3Psych0hippy]

Used your infinimist to reach 100 in Hardcore season 1 freaking loved that build, plan on pivoting to your golem minion build when I make it to 100 this season. Thanks for being awesome!

[@user-bz5io6ph8w]

I just got back into D4 and the games has improved a lot from launch l. Thanks for the guide it's confusing jumping back in

[@kishin7]

Haven't played since season 1 do this video really helped explain new mechanics and systems.

[@joeivo911]

This is a good guide for me. I’m new this season to the game. Level 82 so far.

[@rodm3232]

Great job on breaking this stuff down…especially for the casual dads like myself! Question…do you always prefer two-handed weapon on necro?

[@MacroBioBoi]

I don't have any "always" statements. It depends on the circumstances of the build.

[@jasonbaker6901]

Great info. Wasn't aware of the Pit. Going to do this tonight and play, thanks!!

[@CRinJersey]

Hands down the best guide ever! Very well explained thank you!

[@rtrascal3431]

Thanks for this. I took a Diablo break and this helps on the learning curve. Only question not answered is what to do with redundant temper scrolls?

[@MacroBioBoi]

Throw them in the trash

[@wdemon85]

What’s the most efficient way to get pit mats. For example, if I wanted ingolith should I grind tier 60 or do higher tiers for neathiron and buy ingolith caches?

[@MacroBioBoi]

Tier 66 and buy caches

[@wdemon85]

@@MacroBioBoi ok I’lk try that thanks

[@kennethchartrand4251]

This video is gold…Thx so much. Very well explained and the tips very helpful. A must for understanding the new upgrade mechanics of S4. 👍👍

[@pokemonshowdownvindog7084]

For clarification, what is it about a piece of gear that you cannot change. What are we looking for when we pick it up? Why can't a low level legendary be used forever?

[@MacroBioBoi]

I'm not sure what the first question means, you're looking for the relevant stats for your build, and because the item's level increases when it drops from a higher level monster.

[@Charliebfan]

Thank you for this video! I'm one of those people who has limited game time so this was great haha!

[@seanmaher9263]

I was just thinking last night that I wished I knew this stuff and this came up in my feed today. Liked and subscribed.

[@hersch_tool]

Lol, in spite of your sarcastic delivery, I AM one of those "dads". I play one game, D4, a few hours a week. And I watch ONE gaming channel, this one. Thanks for all your hard work.

[@MacroBioBoi]

I missed the delivery on this one. No shame to the gaming parents out there. Y'all are great.

[@RecluceMage]

Single cat mom of 4 works in public safety finally getting around to crafting - thanks for the guide, it’s everything I needed to know.

[@AlexTeo]

thanks for the comprehensive guide! to crit 3 times on the same affix is going to require insane amount of luck, I hope that they change the resetting to the start of a tier instead of going back all to the way to 0, then at least players would be more encouraged to do the reset despite the huge gold cost

[@HS-ci6sp]

Very comprehensive guide...a couple of questions...maybe I didn't understand but legendary uniques are now pointless because you can't temper them? Is there a quest line so you can do the 200 bosses?

[@MacroBioBoi]

Uniques are still very valuable depending on the build. And no quest, it's just an option when you summon them.

[@rgcazo]

First time at your channel. Great video. You filled in a few blanks for me without putting me to sleep :) I really appreciate it.

[@MarcWilson-lx1yj]

I had the game 2 weeks and only got to 50 today. Struggling with this game mind. So much to learn

[@Kicking-Lt]

Thank you for such comprehensive walkthrough.

[@MDFaught]

Thank you, I am one of those guys. Thank ypu for explaining I just added you to my favorites.

[@MacroBioBoi]

I'm glad it helped!

[@AyoooooooJJB]

best video explaining everything got a new sub here thank you

[@bradinch4862]

the hardest decision to make, for example a 2H scythe falls, with greater rolls on life, crit dmg and lets say int but we know Golem DMG is top priority, Do I make a compromise on the 2h item and if I fail on golem dmg . You temper the item and it only lvls everything but Golem dmg. Does one priority or try to achieve golem dmg somewhere else or strictly follow your maxroll planner? hope I am making sense

[@immortalvaash]

when we get to craft an uber unique, what would you recommend for a minion or blight necro?

[@unknowncomic4107]

When I reroll my Termper it always gives me the same roll it just gave me. It does this the first reroll and about 80% of the time on the second one. It seems like it is purposefully set up to burn the first couple of rolls.

[@Orthus100]

Some of the weights seem very skewed. I know I've had a ring roll Bone Spirit size 5 times in a row, it sucks.

[@Lean_Dad]

I have a 4 greater affix Harlequin. How much should i sell it for?

[@MacroBioBoi]

Your account? Priceless

[@travisrudy7724]

Can you reroll a stat that was previously buffed by the fourth roll, and will it buff the stat you pick as if it was the one selected during the 4th upgrade?

[@MacroBioBoi]

Yes

[@jordanmangano1868]

I'm not sure if I caught it or not but do the tempered affixes stack through out multiple pieces of gear that can use the same ones?

[@MacroBioBoi]

Yep

[@peterpeter5666]

Just started playing again, and I was totally lost. Thanks to this video I kinda understand what's going on 😂. Thanks

[@AnrideBeer]

This was the best guide i have ever seen. Please could you explain necro gear affixes and what we should consider.

[@7kortos7]

9:45 i think it would be really cool to find a very rare item (not quite Shako rare) that lets you either refresh the maximum tempering chances, or a less rare version could restore one attempt. and the item would of course be the Horadric Malus that we returned to Charsie in Diablo 2.

[@RotGodKing]

Wait, you do lose the bonus aspect thing when you change it? Thought you could swap those out and still keep the bonus.

[@CrimsonNinroot]

Any chance I could get you to do a video on filing taxes? 🤔

[@doctortraumacock]

Did you say you could change affixes on gear??? I'm talking about the 3 affixes that come on the gear when dropped, not the tempers.

[@kevinpietsch7818]

What happens if you reroll an affix after masterworking? How about if it is the stat that has crit?

[@BokushingusKendoTV]

Perfect guide. I was confused about the amount of affix i could add. To Scared Legendary. Also i didn’t realize i could keep rolling until i got the affix i needed/want.

[@chrismeyers5963]

Damn , your legendaries are " scared ", the hell did you do them things ?

[@LorJD]

Mate, great video, explained very well, definitely will subscribe and probably watch again! All the best 👍🏼

[@jordanevans1540]

When you masterwork something, say i want to change an afix or w.e its called, can i still re roll an affix after master working? Or does it break the gear?

[@XanderBroeffle]

Really awesome video. Tons of great detail here. Thank you!

[@bradencluster4739]

I'm Mormon, and this guide was very helpful.

[@shilu6979]

amazing work, thanks so much. im in the same boat as people have been writting, cant nolife anymore so this helps a lot

[@Russaken]

I have a question so if I get a lot of good gear at like 45 50 are they just trash until I hit like 90 ? Do I wait till I hit 90 to start working on my build or could I up grade my lower levels Grolls ?

[@jf2849]

Has anyone reported the pinch of poison quest being bugged ? It’s not showing up in my game and from what I’ve seen from Rax I really need it. Ok I hope this helps anyone else having this problem I just found it but I had to pick one of my eternal realm characters it wasn’t showing up in season. Could it be level locked or something you have to do to make it show up I don’t know but in the eternal realm it’s in Gea Kul where it’s suppose to be. One more edit sadly there is a bug it let me do the quest but the elixir isn’t showing up at the alchemist so I can’t craft the curative elixir.

[@liambalkins4411]

good job on the video but there is one small error and it deals with unlocking the materwork tab it not in sucessfully running a pit run but completeing a lvl 48 nightmare dungeon I know this to be true cause I did it on the 20th of this month but even after doing that you still need to do pit runs to get the mats to use the master working tab

[@dsoutofcg]

Can you only undo masterwork once you max the rank? Can't figure out how to undo a rank 4/12 item on ps5

[@Loreweavver]

Just started. Playing in off time casually I just beat the campaign and went world tier 3 on a hardcore necro and got immediately overwhelmed by how much crafting I'm supposed to take college courses on creating

[@edwardbailey1743]

I would very much like the option of keeping the current temper if you don’t like the new one

[@SamuelBrady-n1d]

Hey Macro, here are my thoughts on the player agency element of the tempering system. If an item with GG affixes or greater affixes rolls the wrong tempering for your build, the item is bricked if it cannot be used on an alternative build/character. Masterworking can be reset and I believe the system is fair; it has a high cost to do so and feels truly ‘end game’. Aspiring to the perfect min max item feels achievable but extremely difficult which is rewarding. Items with desirable greater affixes are extremely hard to find. If that item is bricked through tempering the excitement and joy of experiencing that initial drop is null and void. With the new system I thought the intent was for us to keep our items with us on our journey and collect the perfect set (perhaps I’m misinterpreting). Having no agency over my item after failing the tempering rolls for my build just feels rubbish. A currency item with a drop rate equal to the triple greater affix items and a gold cost less than master-working, but still a considerable investment, to reset the tempering of an item would be a welcome addition to the tempering system. Apologies for the rambling, dyslexia makes sequencing hard 😂 thank you for all your work mate!