DiabloXP

Runeword

Phoenix

VexVexLoJah

Sockets
4
Required level
65
Item types
Weapons, Shields
Ladder
All modes

Properties in weapons

  • 100% Chance To Cast level 40 Blaze When You Level-up
  • 40% Chance To Cast Level 22 Firestorm On Striking
  • Level 10-15 Redemption Aura When Equipped
  • +350-400% Enhanced Damage
  • Ignores Target's Defense
  • 14% Mana Stolen Per Hit
  • -28% To Enemy Fire Resist
  • +20% Deadly Strike
  • +350-400 Defense vs. Missile
  • +15-21 Fire Absorb

Properties in shields

  • 100% Chance To Cast level 40 Blaze When You Level-up
  • 40% Chance To Cast Level 22 Firestorm On Striking
  • Level 10-15 Redemption Aura When Equipped
  • +350-400 Defense vs. Missile
  • +350-400% Enhanced Damage
  • -28% To Enemy Fire Resist
  • +50 To Life
  • +5% To Maximum Lightning Resist
  • +10% To Maximum Fire Resist
  • +15-21 Fire Absorb

Who uses Phoenix

Phoenix is a four-socket runeword that can be made in either weapons or shields, requiring Vex, Vex, Lo, and Jah. It is a late-game option that grants a large enhanced damage bonus, ignores target defense, and steals mana on hit. The chance to cast Firestorm on striking and the Blaze on level-up add fire damage, while the Redemption aura provides utility. The reduction to enemy fire resistance further boosts fire attacks. Because it fits both weapon and shield slots, it offers flexibility, though the high rune cost limits it to high-level characters. It is not ladder-restricted.

FAQ

What runes make Phoenix?
Vex, Vex, Lo, Jah in that order, in a 4-socket item.
What items can Phoenix be made in?
Weapons, Shields.
Is Phoenix 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.