Boss Killer Build Tier List for Diablo 4 (Season 8)

This Diablo 4 tier list ranks the best builds for taking down bosses in Season 8: Belial’s Return. These builds are optimized for high single-target damage, survivability, and overall consistency in challenging fights like the Echo of Lilith or Lair Bosses. Arrows indicate recent tier changes.

Boss Killer Builds Ranked for Echo of Lilith & Lair Bosses in Season 8

Want to improve your boss damage? Find your class below and see what works best.

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S	Mighty Throw Barbarian Cataclysm Druid Blood Wave Necromancer Bone Spear Necromancer Death Trap Rogue Lightning Spear Sorcerer Poison Quill Volley Spiritborn
A	Hammer of the Ancients Barbarian Boulder Druid Wolf Companion Druid Stone Burst Druid Bone Spirit Necromancer Blood Surge Necromancer Dance of Knives Rogue Heartseeker Rogue Flurry Overpower Rogue Rapid Fire Rogue Twisting Blades Rogue Rain of Arrows Rogue Shadow Step Rogue Ball Lightning Sorcerer Blizzard Sorcerer Chain Lightning Sorcerer Ice Shards Sorcerer Meteor Sorcerer Touch of Death Spiritborn Crushing Hand Spiritborn Firestorm Spiritborn
B	Whirlwind Barbarian Pulverize Druid Hurricane Druid Lightning Storm Druid Shred Druid Landslide Druid Sever Shadow Necromancer Blight Shadow Necromancer Flurry Rogue Stealth Grenade Rogue Barrage Rogue Fire Bolt Sorcerer Fireball Sorcerer Incinerate Sorcerer Frozen Orb Sorcerer Rushing Claw Spiritborn Stinger Spiritborn
C	Leap Quake Barbarian Dust Devil Double Swing Barbarian Thorns Barbarian Rend Barbarian Walking Arsenal Barbarian Bash Cleave Barbarian Flay Barbarian Death Blow Barbarian Upheaval Barbarian Tornado Druid Stormclaw Druid Blood Lance Necromancer Mendeln Summoner Necromancer Victimize Rogue Dual Core Penetrating Shot Rapid Fire Rogue Dual Core Rapid Fire Flurry Rogue Andariel’s Visage Rogue Penetrating Shot Rogue Arc Lash Sorcerer Charged Bolts Sorcerer Firewall Sorcerer Razor Wings Spiritborn Rake Jaguar Spiritborn Infinite Evade Eagle Spiritborn

Last Updated

Last updated: April 28, 2025. This tier list is regularly reviewed to reflect the latest balance changes and meta shifts in current Season 8: Belial’s Return.

How We Rank Boss Killer Builds

If you want to challenge the most powerful bosses in Diablo 4, such as the Echo of Lilith or Lair Bosses, you will have an easier time with the right build for your class.

This list ranks Diablo 4 builds based on their ability to deal high, consistent single-target damage against bosses during Season 8: Belial’s Return. Rankings take into account overall damage output, uptime, efficiency, and survivability during longer boss fights across World Tier Torment difficulties. Builds that handle mechanics cleanly and can survive without relying heavily on specific mechanics, buffs, or gear are rated higher.

Please note: These rankings are based on a Level 60 character with multiple Paragon boards unlocked. While boss fights may vary slightly depending on skill and paragon level, the relative tier placements should remain reliable for most setups.

Looking for other build rankings? Check out our tier lists for different activities below:

As always, keep in mind that this tier list reflects our own rankings and experiences. It is not a strict rulebook. Diablo 4 has a lot of build freedom and variety, and the best build is usually the one that fits your goals and playstyle. Explore, experiment, and enjoy the game your way!