Barbarian Leap/Earthquake Build With Might of the Earth

1. Introduction

Patch 2.4 marked the return of the Earthquake Barbarian with a revision to the Might of the Earth set, along with a slew of synergistic items that reinforce the build's damage and survival in high Greater Rifts. This build offers a decent balance between AoE and single target potential, along with a hefty amount of crowd control, and is available in both Greater Rift solo progression and regular Rift farming variations, explained in that order.

2. Quick Reference

2.1. Skill Setup

The basic skill setup of the Earthquake Barbarian is displayed below. Read the dedicated Skills page for detailed information on choices, alternatives and build customization.

3. Builds

Active Skills
Earthquake Molten Fury Seismic Slam Rumble 1 Battle Rage Swords to Ploughshares 2 Leap Death from Above 3 Threatening Shout Falter 4 Wrath of the Berserker Insanity
Passive Skills
Rampage Earthen Might Ruthless Nerves of Steel

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Active Skills
Earthquake Cave-In Seismic Slam Rumble 1 Battle Rage Ferocity 2 Leap Death from Above 3 Threatening Shout Falter 4 Wrath of the Berserker Insanity
Passive Skills
Rampage Earthen Might Ruthless Pound of Flesh

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3.1. Gear Setup

The required gear setup for the Earthquake Barbarian is listed below. Check the Gear page for detailed information on choices, alternatives, gemming, Kanai's Cube and Paragon distribution. It also includes detailed explanations for Season 16 adjustments.

• Helm: Eyes of the Earth
• Shoulders: Spires of the Earth
• Gloves: Pull of the Earth
• Chest: Spirit of the Earth
• Belt: Girdle of Giants
• Pants: Weight of the Earth
• Boots: Foundation of the Earth (or Lut Socks in Season 16)
• Bracers: Ancient Parthan Defenders
• Amulet: Hellfire Amulet of Strength
• Ring 1: Focus
• Ring 2: Restraint
• Weapon: Blade of the Tribes

3.2. Legendary Gems

• Legendary Gem 1: Bane of the Trapped
• Legendary Gem 2: Bane of the Stricken
• Legendary Gem 3: Esoteric Alteration

3.3. Kanai's Cube

• Weapon Slot: The Furnace
• Armor Slot: Lut Socks (or Magefist in Season 16)
• Jewelry Slot: Convention of Elements

4. Role in the Current Meta

This build is ranked as a High Tier solo pushing build for its class in the current Season. If high leaderboard position without strict adherence to the meta is attractive to you, consider using this build.

This build is oriented mostly at solo Rifting (Greater and Normal). Due to its mediocre mobility on long distances, it is not recommended for Bounties. It is also not recommended for group Greater Rifts past the point where every party member can handle the content on his own.

5. Changelog