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 2.6.10 and Season 22.
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 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
|
| 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:
The Flavor of Time - 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
Kanai's Cube
- Weapon Slot:
Darklight - Armor Slot:
Khassett's Cord of Righteousness - Jewelry Slot:
Ring of Royal Grandeur - 4th Slot (Season 22):
The Furnace or 
Unity
Changelog
- 18 Nov. 2020 (speed farming page): Revised equipment, skill 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.
- 18 Nov. 2020 (gear page): Revised equipment and weaponry choices into a ranged version of the build. Added S22 Cube recommendation.
- 30 Jun. 2020 (this page): No changes required for Season 21.
- 30 Jun. 2020 (speed farming page): No changes required for Season 21.
- 30 Jun. 2020 (skills page): No changes required for Season 21.
- 30 Jun. 2020 (gear page): No changes required for Season 21.
- 12 Mar. 2020 (gear page): No changes necessary for Season 20.
- 12 Mar. 2020 (speed farming page): No changes necessary for Season 20.
- 12 Mar. 2020 (skills page): No changes necessary for Season 20.
- 12 Mar. 2020 (this page): No changes necessary for Season 20.
- 19 Nov. 2019 (gear page): Page added.
- 19 Nov. 2019 (skills page): Page added.
- 19 Nov. 2019 (speed farming page): Page added.
- 19 Nov. 2019 (this page): Guide added.
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