Runeword
Destruction
VexLoBerJahKo
- Sockets
- 5
- Required level
- 65
- Item types
- Polearms, Swords
- Ladder
- All modes
Properties
- 23% Chance To Cast Level 12 Volcano On Striking
- 5% Chance To Cast Level 23 Molten Boulder On Striking
- 100% Chance To Cast level 45 Meteor When You Die
- 15% Chance To Cast Level 22 Nova On Attack
- +350% Enhanced Damage
- Ignore Target's Defense
- Adds 100-180 Magic Damage
- 7% Mana Stolen Per Hit
- +20% Chance Of Crushing Blow
- +20% Deadly Strike
- Prevent Monster Heal
- +10 To Dexterity
Who uses Destruction
Destruction is a five-socket runeword for polearms and swords. It is notable for its numerous spell procs, including Volcano, Molten Boulder, Meteor, and Nova, which create a visually busy effect when fighting. However, despite the spectacle, the practical benefit is limited, especially when considering the high value of the rare runes required to make it. Characters who rely on consistent melee damage will often find other runewords more effective for the cost.
FAQ
- What runes make Destruction?
- Vex, Lo, Ber, Jah, Ko in that order, in a 5-socket item.
- What items can Destruction be made in?
- Polearms, Swords.
- Is Destruction ladder only?
- No, it can be made in any game mode.
Introduced in patch 1.10 (ladder). Names and numbers compiled from the Diablo Wiki (CC BY-SA 3.0); sources: fandom-runewords. Last verified patch 3.3, 2026-09-12.