We're delving into a highly requested Thorns Barbarian build that's sure to bring pain to your enemies and triumph to your adventures in Diablo 4. I'm now standing strong at level 100, and this build is finally complete and battle-ready. Whether you're looking to conquer the most formidable foes or assert your dominance in the PvP arena, the Thorns build I'm about to break down will have you covered.

 

• Build Planner
• Gear Overview
• Weapons and Artifacts
• Skills and Abilities
• Paragon Points
• Glyphs
• Survivability and Synergies
• Barber Synergy
• PvP Adaptation
• Conclusion

 

↖ Build Planner

https://d4builds.gg/builds/d3327ad5-619d-449a-a83b-57ce136fff6c/

 

↖ Gear Overview

Let's start by kitting out our character with the essentials. Each piece of gear is meticulously selected to bolster our Thorns-focused strategy.

• Helmet - Exploiters: Enhance your crowd control capabilities and dish out more damage against enemies that are unstoppable. A perfect choice to control the battlefield.
• Chest - Razor Plate: This one is a no-brainer. The Razor Plate not only provides protection but also synergizes perfectly with the Thorns build, allowing enemies to harm themselves when attacking you.
• Gloves - Eluding: When hit, gain Unstoppable from crowd control, enabling you to escape tight situations by moving unhindered. Consider personal preference when deciding between this and a basic attack-oriented option.
• Pants - Iron Skin: Grant yourself Unstoppable and Damage Reduction through Iron Skin. Your durability will skyrocket with this choice.
• Boots - Ghost Walker: Boost your movement speed, ensuring that you can strategically position yourself and control engagements.

 

↖ Weapons and Artifacts

Your choice of weaponry will make a significant impact on how effectively your Thorns build operates.

Let's take a closer look at the main tools of destruction.

• Weapon (Two-Handed) - Needle Flare: This weapon gives you a chance to deal Thorns damage twice, effectively doubling your damage output. The Thorns synergies are off the charts with this pick.
• Weapon (Axe) - Intercom: For crowd control-centric fights, this axe shines. Its bonus damage to grouped enemies makes it an excellent choice for maximizing your Thorns-infused assaults.
• Weapon (Two-Handed Axe) - Death Wish: Essential for the build's ease of use, Death Wish empowers your Thorns damage while berserking, a crucial aspect of the build's mechanics.
• Amulet - Numbing Wrath: At maximum Fury, this amulet grants Fortify, further fortifying your resilience in battle.
• Ring - Starlight Loop: Gain your primary resource as you heal, providing you with valuable sustainability to keep the battle going.

 

↖ Skills and Abilities

Your skills and abilities will define your playstyle and how you interact with the enemies on the battlefield.

Let's explore the key selections.

• Flay: Inflict more Thorns and apply damage reduction. Notably, it makes enemies vulnerable, further enhancing your damage potential.
• Endless Fury: This skill is a must for maintaining your Berserk state, ensuring your cooldowns are consistently refreshed.
• Opposing Presence, Figure of Riley, and Cry: Your shout skills are your lifeline. They offer Fortify, movement speed, and Damage Reduction, respectively, boosting your overall survivability.
• War Cry - Might: Amplify your damage, movement speed, and Damage Reduction. A powerful shout for any Thorns build.

 

↖ Paragon Points

Allocating your Paragon points effectively is essential to optimize your Thorns build.

Here's how to distribute them:

Unconstrained: Prioritize maximum Fury for prolonged Berserker states.

 

↖ Glyphs

Enhance your skills with the right glyphs. Here are the key choices:

• Ire: Inflict more damage while berserking, increasing your overall effectiveness.
• Might: Amplify damage when wielding a two-handed weapon, maximizing your Thorns potential.
• Marshall: Enhance your shout skills with this glyph, reducing cooldowns and keeping your abilities ready.
• Territorial: Increase your close-range damage, further boosting your Thorns power.
• Exploit: Vulnerable enemies take more damage. Capitalize on this glyph for increased effectiveness.

 

↖ Survivability and Synergies

• Staying alive is paramount, and your gear choices play a pivotal role in that aspect.
• Starlight Loop and Numbing Wrath: These artifacts provide consistent healing and resilience, allowing you to remain fortified throughout your battles.
• Heart of Iron: This gear piece aids your survival when your health is low, ensuring you can continue fighting.

 

↖ Barber Synergy

The Barber might seem unconventional in a Thorns build, but its synergy is potent.

• Crit Chance: Even though Thorns can't crit, you need crit chance to trigger the Barber's effect. Equip crit chance on your rings and gloves.
• Crit Damage and Damage to Close: While crit damage only benefits the Barber, damage to close enhances both the Barber's damage and your Thorns damage.

 

↖ PvP Adaptation

For PvP engagements, tweak your build to suit the competitive landscape.

• Skills: Replace Berserk Ripping with Smiting for more crowd control duration.
• Barber Removal: In PvP, the Barber's effect is disabled, making it essential to shift your gear and stats.
• Gear and Stats: Swap crit chance for damage to injured on gloves and rings. Adjust gems for life on kill, emphasizing longevity.

 

↖ Conclusion

Whether you're venturing into the depths of Diablo 4's treacherous world or clashing with other Players in PvP, these Thorns Barbarian build empowers you to dominate your foes. With careful gear selection, synergistic skills, and expertly allocated Paragon points, you'll become an unstoppable force on the battlefield. Stay fortified, embrace the power of Thorns, and let the enemies learn the true meaning of pain. May your journey be victorious, and your enemies tremble in the face of your might!