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Runeword

Obsession

ZodIstLemLumIoNef

Sockets
6
Required level
69
Item types
Staves
Ladder
Ladder only

Properties

  • Indestructible
  • 24% Chance to cast level 10 Weaken when struck
  • +4 To All Skills
  • +65% Faster Cast Rate
  • +60% Faster Hit Recovery
  • Knockback
  • +10 To Vitality
  • +10 To Energy
  • Increase Maximum Life 15-25% (varies)
  • Regenerate Mana 15-30% (varies)
  • All Resistances +60-70 (varies)
  • 75% Extra Gold from Monsters
  • 30% Better Chance of Getting Magic Items

Who uses Obsession

Obsession is an endgame staff runeword for Sorceresses, requiring level 69 and six sockets, and it is ladder-only. It is extremely expensive due to the Zod rune. It grants +4 to all skills, fast cast rate, faster hit recovery, knockback, and vitality, plus an indestructible modifier. When made in a staff with the right +3 staffmods, it can provide up to +7 to relevant skills, though such bases are very rare. It occupies two equipment slots, so it competes with a weapon and shield combination, but the skill bonus and FCR can be substantial.

FAQ

What runes make Obsession?
Zod, Ist, Lem, Lum, Io, Nef in that order, in a 6-socket item.
What items can Obsession be made in?
Staves.
Is Obsession ladder only?
Yes, ladder only.

Introduced in patch 2.4. Names and numbers compiled from the Diablo Wiki (CC BY-SA 3.0); sources: fandom-runewords. Last verified patch 3.3, 2026-09-12.