In Diablo 4, there is a gem called Chipped Sapphire that can boost different attributes on the player's gear when used as a socketed item. This strategy guide provides an overview of how Chipped Sapphire can be applied and leveled up in Diablo 4.

Effects of Chipped Sapphire

The effects of Chipped Sapphires are determined by where they are put:

Weapons: Crowd Controlled Enemies have +[7.5-1%] Critical Strike Damage from Chipped Sapphire.

This bonus increases your critical strike damage against enemies that are under crowd control effects.

Armor: Fortified armor has [5-1%] Damage Reduction from Chipped Sapphire.

This effect reduces the amount of damage you take when fortified, thereby increasing your survivability.

Jewelry: Cold Resistance is [14.3-1%] for Chipped Sapphire.

It increases your resistance to cold damage, making you more resilient against enemies dealing cold-based attacks.

Socketing and Unsocketing Gems

To benefit from the bonuses of these gems, socket them into equipment. Socketed items have places where one can add jewels. The Jeweler in Diablo 4 can unsocket your gems without damaging them and let you put them in other setups. By doing this players can make their builds very unique to suit different situations.

Upgrading Chipped Sapphire

You have the option of upgrading Chipped Sapphire to higher grades such that it becomes more effective when in gear sockets. In order to do this, you will need 3 Crude Sapphire gems and 4,500 Gold. This crafting recipe allows you to create a higher-tier Sapphire gem.

Inserting Chipped Sapphire

Chipped sapphire can be inserted into any socked equipment with an open slot for it. Weapon, armors or even jewelry may use it depending on one's preferences and what specific benefits he/she would like to get with these stones.

Maximizing Gem Benefits

Consider synergies with your character's build and playstyle when determining the best way to use Chipped Sapphire or other gems. Try out different combinations of gems and socketed items to find the perfect mix for what you want in terms of benefits or impacts.

Remember though, if you can upgrade your armors and weapons at the Blacksmith, do not forget that Jeweler can also enhance the extra status and bonus resistances of your rings and amulets. This further allows you to personalize as well as improve attributes and defensive abilities for your character.