Diablo 4’s Vessel of Hatred Expansion and The Artificer’s Stone
Diablo 4 has undergone a significant transformation with the introduction of the Vessel of Hatred expansion and Season 6 ‘Season of Hatred Rising’. One of the key elements that has been adjusted is The Artificer’s Stone, previously known as a Runeshard. This change was likely made to prevent confusion with Runewords. If you’ve been playing since Season 4, you’re familiar with the importance of Runeshards for entering The Pit, a challenging endgame dungeon. Here’s everything you need to know about Artificer’s Stones.
How to Get Artificer’s Stones in Diablo 4
Artificer’s Stones are a crucial currency needed to access The Pit, making them essential during the endgame phase. Here are the most effective ways to acquire Artificer’s Stones in D4:
- Whispers Caches
- Helltide events
- Nightmare Dungeons
- Legion Events
- World Bosses
Start by completing the Tree of Whispers bounties. These bounties can reward you with multiple Artificer’s Stones from a single cache, making them a valuable source of this currency.
Additionally, focus on farming Helltides, particularly the Blood Maiden event indicated by the icon of a horned head on the map. This event is an efficient method for obtaining Artificer’s Stones.
Another productive approach is tackling Nightmare Dungeons. Venture into high-tier dungeons and complete them for a chance to receive Artificer’s Stones as drops.
Lastly, keep an eye out for rewards from Legion events and World Bosses, as they also offer opportunities to acquire Artificer’s Stones in Diablo 4.
Once you’ve collected a sufficient amount of Artificer’s Stones, head to Cerrigar in Scosglen and interact with the pillar to open the portal. Use these stones to select the tier of The Pit you want to enter and prepare to battle demons and sinister creatures within the time limit. Successfully completing The Pit will reward you with the currency needed for Masterworking your equipment, boosting your build’s power.