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00:00:00 – 00:09:07
The YouTube video delves into gems in Diablo 4, covering seven types: amethyst, diamond, emerald, ruby, sapphire, topaz, and skull. Each gem bestows different benefits when socketed on gear, such as crit damage, thorns, and resistances. The speaker provides insights on gem usage based on scenarios and character builds, stressing the importance of strategic gem selection for character power optimization. It is recommended to avoid overlapping gem types in armor and weapons. The transcript hints at further coverage of the gem system in the end game in a subsequent video.
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In this part of the video, the focus is on gems in Diablo 4. The video discusses the seven types of gems in the game: amethyst, diamond, emerald, ruby, sapphire, topaz, and skull. These gems can be placed in sockets on gear, with each type providing different benefits depending on where they are socketed. The gems have different effects, such as crit damage, thorns, and resistances, and they can be upgraded through different tiers. The transcript also mentions the possible linear scaling of gems, with a Google sheet linked for further information on gem values.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses the various types of gems and their effectiveness in different scenarios. They mention that gems focusing on damage over time are beneficial but might not be the best choice unless facing a lot of damage over time enemies. Diamonds are highlighted for providing ultimate damage increases, especially for builds leaning heavily on their ultimate abilities. Emeralds are noted for increasing Critical Strike damage against vulnerable enemies and providing thorns and armor, which could be popular among barbarians. Rubies increase overpower damage, are beneficial for certain builds, and increase life when socketed in armor. Sapphires increase crit damage against crowd controlled enemies and damage reduction while fortified which could be significant for fortify users.
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In this segment of the video, the focus is on discussing different types of gems in Diablo 4. Topaz gems increase basic skill damage significantly, especially for basic skill-focused builds. Skull gems offer life on kill and increased armor in jewelry, beneficial for early armor gain. Recommendations are given for gem usage based on scenarios and character builds, emphasizing the importance of choosing gems wisely to maximize character power. Overlapping gem types in armor and weapon is advised against to ensure efficient gem usage and upgrade progression. Further information on the gem system in the end game will be covered in a follow-up video.
00:09:00
In this segment of the video, the speaker thanks viewers for watching, reminds them to subscribe, and invites them to return for the next stream.