We're here with an exciting Shadow Lord build that will fit well in the Abattoir of Zir dungeons. This build isn't just super tanky, but also incredibly fun to play. And the best part? No hard-to-find items like Sho or Grandfather are required.

 

• Gear Essentials
• Gameplay Mechanics
• Skill Synergies
• Vampire Powers
• The Book of the Dead
• Skill Tree Focus
• Paragon Board Strategy
• Final Thoughts

 

↖ Gear Essentials

• Helmet: Opt for one that enhances Blood Mist, triggering Corpse Explosion and reducing cooldowns.
• Chest Plate: Aspect of Disobedience for that crucial armor buff.
• Gloves: Ultimate Shadow gloves to convert Bone Storm into a shadow damage dealer.
• Legs: Shield in Storm for the barrier it provides during Bone Storm.
• Flicker Steps: This item is key for reducing cooldowns and can be farmed from Juon.
• Black River: Increases the potency of your Corpse Explosion. Again, Juon is your go-to for farming this.
• Amulet & Rings: Choose ones that synergize with your damage over time (DoT) effects and provide additional buffs.

 

↖ Gameplay Mechanics

• Curse and Damage Loop: Begin with Curse of Decrepify, then follow up with Blood Mist. Unleash Bone Storm and watch as your enemies are decimated.
• Utilizing Bone Storm: Not only does it deal damage, but it also provides a barrier for protection.
• Teleportation Tactics: Teleport through monsters to activate damage bonuses and proc your Flicker Steps.
• Elite Targeting: In AoZ, prioritize taking down Elites to maximize your build's effectiveness.

 

↖ Skill Synergies

• Blood Mist & Corpse Explosion: These create and detonate corpses, vital for your DoT strategy.
• Bone Storm: Transformed into a shadow skill, it becomes a powerful tool in your arsenal.
• Tendrils: Use them to pull more enemies into your DoT area.

 

↖ Vampire Powers

Choose powers that enhance your DoT effects and provide additional buffs like Metamorphosis for the vampiric curse, Dominance for increased damage, and Ravenous for boosting your attack speed.

 

↖ The Book of the Dead

Sacrifice the right minions for bonuses that align with your shadow damage focus.

 

↖ Skill Tree Focus

Prioritize skills that bolster your DoT effects and reduce cooldowns. Don't forget to enhance your Corpse Explosion and Bone Storm for maximum impact.

 

↖ Paragon Board Strategy

• Start with Exhumation: Perfect for a corpse-focused build.
• Focus on Flesh Eater & Wither: These enhance your shadow DoT effects.
• Choose Darkness for Damage Reduction: Essential for survivability in AoZ.
• Capitalize on Desecration: Boosts damage when standing in desecrated ground.

 

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↖ Final Thoughts

In this build, you won't need ultra-rare items to push through AoZ levels. It's a powerful build that's easy to play and highly effective.