Understanding the Vulnerable Effect in Diablo 4

In the world of Diablo 4, there are various negative effects that can be inflicted upon enemies. These effects can either slow them down or gradually drain their health, providing significant advantages during combat. However, it’s important to note that enemies can also apply effects to players, making it crucial to exercise caution in all conflicts. While it’s common for effects to be confusing for new players, it’s worth understanding the Vulnerable effect, which can be utilized by all classes in Diablo 4.

What does Vulnerable mean in Diablo 4?

The Vulnerable effect in Diablo 4 signifies a 20 percent increase in damage taken. If you find yourself afflicted by this effect while playing solo, it’s advisable to stay back and wait for it to expire before engaging in combat.

For instance, in my Necromancer summoner build in Diablo 4, I employ several area-of-effect (AoE) skills that can both stun enemies and make them Vulnerable. By utilizing tendrils to pull enemies in and stun them, followed by a shockwave attack from my Iron Golem that renders them Vulnerable, I maximize damage output. Additionally, my undead army consistently attacks, further enhancing the damage dealt. When all these elements align, my build becomes truly formidable.

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How to mitigate the Vulnerable effect?

Currently, once the Vulnerable effect is active, there is no direct way to remove it. However, you can still engage in combat while the effect persists. Additionally, it’s important to note that you can still be affected by other status effects while Vulnerable. To identify if the Vulnerable effect is active, look for purple-tinted cracks on your health bar and the word “Vulnerable” appearing over your head or an enemy’s during combat.

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Diablo 4 is now available for play on Battle.net.