Crusader Aegis of Valor Fist of the Heavens Build
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 features both a Greater Rift solo progression variant, as well as a speed farming variation — which we recommend, since the build excels at the task.
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
 Draw and Quarter
1
Laws of Valor
 Unstoppable Force
2
Judgment
 Mass Verdict
3
Iron Skin
Steel Skin
4
Akarat's Champion
Prophet
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| 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:
Strongarm Bracers - Amulet:
Hellfire Amulet of Strength - Ring 1:
Obsidian Ring of the Zodiac - Ring 2:
Convention of Elements - Weapon:
Flail of the Charge - Offhand:
Shield of the Steed
Legendary Gems
- Legendary Gem 1:
Zei's Stone of Vengeance - Legendary Gem 2:
Gogok of Swiftness - Legendary Gem 3:
Bane of the Stricken
Soul Shards (Season 25 Specific)
- Helm: Sliver of Terror with Ring of Fire
- Weapon: Essence of Anguish with 50% Poison damage increase
Check details on the specific rolls of the Soul Shards required for this build in the Gear page of this guide. Read more about Season 25 in our dedicated Season 25 Compendium, and about Soul Shards specifically our Soul Shard Mechanics Guide.
Kanai's Cube
- Weapon Slot:
Darklight - Armor Slot:
Khassett's Cord of Righteousness - Jewelry Slot:
Ring of Royal Grandeur
Changelog
- 09 Dec. 2021 (gear page): Added Season 25 Soul Shard recommendations.
- 09 Dec. 2021 (skills page): Reviewed for Season 25.
- 09 Dec. 2021 (this page): Added Season 25 Soul Shard recommendations.
- 23 Jul. 2021 (skills page): No changes required for Season 24.
- 23 Jul. 2021 (this page): Added note regarding Ethereal weapons for Season 24.
- 23 Jul. 2021 (gear page): No changes required for Season 24.
- 31 Mar. 2021 (this page): Added a follower recommendation to the build.
- 31 Mar. 2021 (gear page): Added a follower recommendation to the build.
- 31 Mar. 2021 (skills page): No changes required for Season 23.
- 18 Nov. 2020 (gear page): Revised equipment and weaponry choices into a ranged version of the build. Added S22 Cube recommendation.
- 18 Nov. 2020 (this page): Revised equipment, skill and weaponry choices into a ranged version of the build. Added S22 Cube recommendation.
- 18 Nov. 2020 (skills page): Revised skill choices to go with new gear choices for Season 22.
- 30 Jun. 2020 (skills page): No changes required for Season 21.
- 30 Jun. 2020 (gear page): No changes required for Season 21.
- 30 Jun. 2020 (this page): No changes required for Season 21.
- 12 Mar. 2020 (this page): No changes necessary for Season 20.
- 12 Mar. 2020 (gear page): No changes necessary for Season 20.
- 12 Mar. 2020 (skills page): No changes necessary for Season 20.
- 19 Nov. 2019 (skills page): Page added.
- 19 Nov. 2019 (this page): Guide added.
- 19 Nov. 2019 (gear page): Page added.
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