Crusader Aegis of Valor Fist of the Heavens Build
Welcome to our build guide for Aegis of Valor Fist of the Heavens Crusader in Diablo 3. Here, you will learn everything you need to know to play this build at the highest level. This build is updated for patch 2.6.7 and Season 19.
For more information regarding followers, we advise you to read our follower guide, which contains detailed advice on choosing the skills and the gear of your companion.
Introduction
Empowered by the Aegis of Valor set, Fist of the Heavens marks the return of one of the most iconic Crusader builds, as surges of lightning crash from the heavens and envelop your enemies in deadly arcs. This build is geared towards Greater Rift solo progression, but we also have a speed farming variation.
Quick Reference
Skill Setup
The basic skill setup of the Aegis of Valor Fist of the Heavens Crusader is displayed below. Read the dedicated Skills page for detailed information on choices, alternatives and build customization.
| Active Skills |
|---|
Fist of the Heavens
 Fissure
Steed Charge
 Endurance
1
Laws of Valor
 Unstoppable Force
2
Provoke
 Hit Me
3
Iron Skin
Flash
4
Akarat's Champion
Prophet
|
| Passive Skills |
Gear Setup
The required gear setup for the Aegis of Valor Fist of the Heavens Crusader is listed below. Check the Gear page for detailed information on choices, alternatives, gemming, Kanai's Cube and Paragon distribution.
- Helm:
Crown of Valor - Shoulders:
Spaulders of Valor - Gloves:
Gauntlets of Valor - Chest:
Brigandine of Valor - Belt:
Captain Crimson's Silk Girdle - Pants:
Captain Crimson's Thrust - Boots:
Greaves of Valor - Bracers:
Nemesis Bracers - Amulet:
The Traveler's Pledge - Ring 1:
The Compass Rose - Ring 2:
Convention of Elements - Weapon:
Darklight - Offhand:
Akarat's Awakening
Legendary Gems
- Legendary Gem 1:
Bane of the Trapped - Legendary Gem 2:
Esoteric Alteration - Legendary Gem 3:
Bane of the Stricken
Kanai's Cube
- Weapon Slot:
The Furnace - Armor Slot:
Khassett's Cord of Righteousness - Jewelry Slot:
Ring of Royal Grandeur
Changelog
- 19 Nov. 2019 (gear page): Page added.
- 19 Nov. 2019 (skills page): Page added.
- 19 Nov. 2019 (this page): Guide added.
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