I apologize if I implied hammerdin can't go above T4. I merely mean that in the context of EZ-mode farm for T6 rifts and Grifts 25+. It can definitely do them and might be fun for you as long as you know that it isn't as fast or as efficient.
I don't know what direction to head with what I've got. I know "you should play the way you want to play" but I've done that for a while now and would like to push further. Anyone have any ideas for what I can do short term to start heading in a better direction with gear/skills?
It appears you are non-season. It's cliched, but if you are really looking for the strongest build, you'll want to go cookie-cutter. For non-season, that means a Stampede build. http://www.diablofans.com/builds/1905-detailed-guide-gr37-best-stampede-build-hyper
For that build, the shield is critical. Also, for any build, 56% cooldown reduction is big. This allows you to have Akarat's Champion up 100% of the time. A Leoric's Crown is a huge asset for getting the CDR. A well rolled (95%+) crown essentially doubles the 12.5% CDR of a diamond. To wear the crown, you'll need the Ring of Royal Grandeur from Act 1 bounties.
For the first season of ROS, i have decided that i did not want to do like everyone else's build and decided to make a "Firedin" (a fire blessed hammer build) Since crusader dealing fire damage is not as popular as the others, i have been struggling on finding adequate equipment for this build to work. Cam's rebuttal's sword has been a big asset in dealing massive damage and DOT all the while i cast blessed hammer.
In the end, i have fun using this build but i wish to have the community's opinion on how to improve this kind of build.
To note that i am currently grinding for a lidless Wall shield (that will give me 20% fire dmg, crit hit chance and res. all) and a better ring than rogar's huge stone.
Was planning on crafting Cptn Crimson's for belt, pants, boots...unless the rng gods decide to drop some Akkhan's on me, lol. Several questions I have though:
Which stats should I reroll on which gear? Any of those Aughlid's just need to be re-crafted? Was trying for socket on helm, but again, forgotten souls.
Tried rolling for CDR on the weapon but the str was the best I got before I ran out of Forgotten Souls. Keep rolling for CDR?
Want to replace the Nagelring, but trifecta is hard to improve.
Would like to improve the cdr on hellskull and that's mainly why I'm using it over Defender atm.
I have some interesting belt options too with a Blackthorn's and a Vigilante. Hoping for a better weapon drop.
What should I be gambling for? What's my best bet for forgotten souls? Currently doing bounties on T2. I've been doing them on T1 but just got the 3 piece Aughlids. Haven't tried a T2 rift yet. Considered trying T3 but champs/elites are a little slow so I think I need better dmg first.
Edit: Rifts are definitely still a T1 with this build/gear
http://www.diablofans.com/builds/1905-detailed-guide-gr37-best-stampede-build-hyper
For that build, the shield is critical. Also, for any build, 56% cooldown reduction is big. This allows you to have Akarat's Champion up 100% of the time. A Leoric's Crown is a huge asset for getting the CDR. A well rolled (95%+) crown essentially doubles the 12.5% CDR of a diamond. To wear the crown, you'll need the Ring of Royal Grandeur from Act 1 bounties.
Sorry, no suggestions, but I wish you the best of luck. The best Hammerdin build I've seen is only recommended up to T4 is his guide.
http://www.diablofans.com/forums/diablo-iii-class-forums/crusader-the-church-of-zakarum/83427-lightning-hammerdin-for-those-who-want-to-destroy
Edit: Legendary gems are a big buff. Need sockets and gems in your jewelry.
http://us.battle.net/d3/en/profile/Sifu-1756/hero/53594760
Thanks in advance!
Was planning on crafting Cptn Crimson's for belt, pants, boots...unless the rng gods decide to drop some Akkhan's on me, lol. Several questions I have though:
Which stats should I reroll on which gear? Any of those Aughlid's just need to be re-crafted? Was trying for socket on helm, but again, forgotten souls.
Tried rolling for CDR on the weapon but the str was the best I got before I ran out of Forgotten Souls. Keep rolling for CDR?
Want to replace the Nagelring, but trifecta is hard to improve.
I have a Defender of Westmarch as well as this Hellskull and not really sure which to use.
Defender Stats:
I have some interesting belt options too with a Blackthorn's and a Vigilante. Hoping for a better weapon drop.
What should I be gambling for? What's my best bet for forgotten souls? Currently doing bounties on T2. I've been doing them on T1 but just got the 3 piece Aughlids. Haven't tried a T2 rift yet. Considered trying T3 but champs/elites are a little slow so I think I need better dmg first.
Edit: Rifts are definitely still a T1 with this build/gear