The Diablo 2: Resurrected landscape changed dramatically in 2026 with the launch of the Reign of the Warlock expansion. This DLC didn’t just add more d2r items—it fundamentally reshaped how players think about gearing, leveling, and endgame optimization. Read this D2R Reign of the Warlock new runewords and how to get them.

D2R Reign of the Warlock New Runewords Guide

With over 30 new items introduced, including Grimoires, new charms, class-specific uniques, and expanded rune interactions, build diversity has reached a new high point. At the center of this shift are the brand-new runewords added alongside Season 13, many of which are already redefining best-in-slot discussions across multiple classes. Below is a complete breakdown of every new runeword introduced in Reign of the Warlock, including what they do, which builds benefit the most, and how to obtain them.

Why the New D2R Runewords Matter

While Grimoires, staff affixes, and rare charms added depth, the new runewords had the biggest immediate impact. They offer:

• Higher casting breakpoints and magic scaling

• New O-skills and procs that enable hybrid builds

• Strong leveling options that remain relevant into late game

• Meaningful chase value for high runes like Zod, Ohm, Ist, and Gul

These runewords drop exclusively in Hell difficulty, making Terror Zones, high-level bosses, and trading more important than ever.

All New Runewords in D2R Reign of the Warlock

1. Void (Dagger: Thul + Zod + Ist)

Void is the headline runeword of the expansion. With +2 to all skills, 40% Faster Cast Rate, and bonus magic skill damage, it competes directly with long-standing caster staples like Heart of the Oak and Spirit. Its Abyss O-skill charges further push experimentation across classes.

Best Uses

• Paladin (Hammerdin): Magic damage scaling outperforms raw skill bonuses in dense content

• Warlock: Core option for Abyss, Chaos, and Eldritch builds

• Sorceress: Lightning and Nova benefit heavily from FCR + magic scaling

• Barbarian (Singer): Dual Void setups enable top-tier clear speeds

How to Get It

• Runes: Thul + Zod + Ist

• Base: 3-socket dagger (ethereal works for visual-only weapons)

• Farming Tip: Zod remains extremely rare—focus on Terror Zones, Hell bosses, or trading

2. Ritual (Dagger: Amn + Shael + Ohm)

Ritual blends raw physical power with survivability. Enhanced damage, life leech, and massive demon bonuses are paired with Blade Warp, a teleporting attack that triggers AoE explosions on strike.

Best Uses

• Warlock: Hybrid melee–caster demon builds

• Assassin: Alternative to claw-focused setups

• Barbarian: Niche Frenzy builds in demon-heavy zones

How to Get It

• Runes: Amn + Shael + Ohm

• Base: High-damage, fast 3-socket dagger

• Farming Tip: Ohm is obtainable from Hell Forge, Countess, and boss runs

3. Coven (Helm: Ist + Ral + Io)

Coven is one of the strongest mid-game caster helms ever added. With +1 all skills, 20% FCR, vitality, fire resist, magic find, and utility procs, it serves as both a progression and potential endgame option.

Best Uses

• Druid: Wind and elemental builds gain damage and survivability

• Warlock / Necromancer / Sorceress: Ideal FCR helm before rare circlets

How to Get It

• Runes: Ist + Ral + Io

• Base: 3-socket helm (circlet or coronet preferred)

• Farming Tip: Ist is trade-friendly and cube-upgradeable

4. Authority (Armor: Hel + Shael + Ral)

Authority is a leveling-focused runeword designed specifically with Warlocks in mind. It offers +2 Warlock skills, faster hit recovery, resistances, reduced requirements, and defensive procs when struck.

Best Uses

• Warlock: All leveling builds from Normal through early Hell

How to Get It

• Runes: Hel + Shael + Ral

• Base: Low-strength 3-socket armor

• Farming Tip: Countess runs make this extremely accessible

5. Vigilance (Shield / Off-Hand: Dol + Gul)

Vigilance fills the gap before Spirit with strong all-resist, life, mana, and block recovery. It can be placed in Grimoires, Necromancer heads, and certain class shields.

Best Uses

• Necromancer: Summoner and hybrid casters lacking resist gear

• Warlock: Early-to-mid game defensive off-hand

How to Get It

• Runes: Dol + Gul

• Base: 2-socket shield, Grimoire, or Necro head

• Farming Tip: Gul commonly comes from the Hell Forge quest

How to Farm D2R Bases and Runes Efficiently

• Daggers: Cows, Act bosses, Terror Zones → socket via Larzuk or cube

• Armor / Helms / Shields: Cows, Baal, Nihlathak, level 85 areas

• Runes: Countess, Hell Forge, Chaos Sanctuary, Ancient Tunnels, trading

High runes now feel genuinely rewarding again, especially with new Uber Ancients dropping rare socketables and crafting materials.