Abyssal Lich

Barbarian

Druid

Necromancer

Paladin

Rogue

Sorcerer

Spiritborn


<p>After the season started, a ton of issues came up. Now Blizzard released a new Diablo 4 hotfix overnight on December 12, 2025! This one is addressing a few bugs linked to item progression, endgame rewards, and the access to the <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/news/preorder-lord-of-hatred-to-unlock-paladin-early-in-diablo-4/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">pre-order content of the expansion</a>. </p>



<p>The update is live on all platforms right now, so make sure you update your game. It focuses on a few issues reported by players after the launch of Season 11.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Bug Fixes</h2>



<ul>
<li>Fixed an issue where some items could not be <strong>Sanctified</strong>. This was blocking progression for certain people, since it is also required for a quest. You should now be able to progress without any further issue.</li>



<li>Fixed an exploit allowing <strong>Echo of Lilith rewards</strong> to be earned multiple times. If you were trying to cheat around to get more rewards, it is now not possible anymore!</li>



<li>Fixed an issue where players who were <strong>gifted Diablo IV products</strong> did not receive access properly. This was a problem for people who got the <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/news/diablo-4-next-expansion-announcement/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lord of Hatred expansion</a> gifted, but could not access the gift. You should be able to receive it now and access all the pre-order content, including the <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/news/diablo-4-paladin-brings-back-blessed-hammer-and-auras/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">new Paladin</a>!</li>



<li>Fixed an issue preventing some players from accessing <strong>Vessel of Hatred</strong> expansion content. Some players did not have access to Spiritborn anymore, and this should now have been resolved.</li>



<li>Various <strong>performance and stability improvements</strong>.</li>
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<p>This hotfix mainly targets problems that would block progression and reward-related issues and resolves access problems for gifted editions and expansion content. This had affected a high number of players since the season went live.</p>



<p>Blizzard has not announced any balance changes or gameplay adjustments alongside this hotfix, but additional patches may follow if new problems come up. If you still have any bug or issue with any type of content or rewards, you can always use the in-game feature to contact Blizzard&#8217;s customer support!</p>



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<p>For more information about the Lord of Hatred or Paladin, <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/news/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">check out our latest news</a>!</p>


Diablo 4 Fixes Pre-Order Issues and Reward Bugs & More!


<p>Blizzard did not just tease the Paladin during The Game Awards, the class is already <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/news/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">live in Diablo 4,</a> and if you pre-order the game, you can already test it out! </p>



<p>Instead of simply dropping a new class and moving on, they also shared how the <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/paladin/builds/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Paladin</a> is designed. Basically, you can split it into three core &#8220;pillars&#8221; that completely define how he plays, his identity, and the overall look of the class.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Indomitable Guardian</h2>



<p>At the beginning, the Paladin is meant to be the one class that stands strong when everything else falls apart. Shield raised and faith unshaken, this pillar focuses on defense, resilience, and protecting allies. Blizzard describes the Paladin as an &#8220;<em>immovable protector</em>,&#8221; and that definitely comes through clearly! If you ever wanted to play a tank in Diablo 4, now is your chance.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Divine Armory</h2>



<p>Weapons and armor are central to the <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/news/diablo-4-paladin-brings-back-blessed-hammer-and-auras/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Paladin&#8217;s identity</a>. Swords, shields, heavy armor, and holy hammers are all options for the Paladin! However, he does not just swing metal around. Through divine power, these classic medieval weapons are even more powerful. They are literally transformed into tools of holy judgment.</p>



<p>It keeps the class rooted in that iconic knight tale and, at the same time, is still giving combat a magical edge that feels distinct from other Diablo 4 classes.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Holy Conduit</h2>



<p>This is where the <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/news/diablo-4-paladin-oaths-breakdown-of-the-new-class-mechanic/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Paladin really leans into spectacle</a>. Acting as a living bridge between Heaven and Sanctuary, the Paladin channels the Light as raw, destructive power. Blizzard has made clear that this is not just about bright and gold visuals. You can expect a lot more radiant effects with heavy sound design and impactful animations. </p>



<p>Every attack is meant to feel big, loud, and powerful. It reinforces the idea that the Paladin does not just fight demons, it smites them with Angelic power. Blizzard clearly wants to make the class feel strong, satisfying, and recognizable, by building the Paladin around these three pillars. </p>



<p>Paladin is available to play right now if you pre-order, and it is only the beginning of what Blizzard has planned for the class moving forward!</p>


Three Pillars of Power: How Diablo 4’s Paladin Commands the Light


<p><a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/guides/diablo-4-latest-season/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Diablo 4 Season 11</a> finally introduced a small but very welcome quality-of-life change for players who like to skip the campaign.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">What Changes When You Skip the Campaign</h2>



<p>From now on, <strong>characters that skip either campaign automatically unlock all non-stronghold</strong> <strong>waypoints</strong> for their chosen region. This applies to both the base game and the <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/guides/vessel-of-hatred-overview/#new_region_of_nahantu" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Vessel of Hatred Nahantu region</a>.</p>



<p>In short, this means that you no longer need to run across the entire map just to activate basic fast travel points. You can jump straight into the content you actually want to play.</p>



<p>This change <strong>applies to returning players and new seasonal characters</strong> as well. If you skip the campaign, you can immediately start open-world activities, dungeons, and endgame systems. Strongholds still need to be completed manually, but everything else is ready from the start.</p>



<p>This update was already mentioned in the <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/news/diablo-iv-season-of-divine-intervention-what-is-new-in-season-11/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Season 11 patch notes</a>, but its impact becomes very clear once you start a new character.</p>



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<p>It might be a simple change, but it makes leveling and early progression feel so much better. This is especially nice in a season such as <strong>Divine Intervention</strong>, where many players want to try the <strong>Paladin</strong> or experiment with new builds without wasting time on map cleanup.</p>



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<p>For more guides and updates on Season 11, head back to our <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/news/">Diablo 4 news hub.</a></p>


Skipping the Campaign Now Unlocks All Waypoints in Diablo 4


<p><a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/guides/diablo-4-latest-season/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Season 11 of Diablo 4</a> has barely started, and although the Paladin is a very fun new addition this time around, there is something else that players discovered: One of the craziest Nightmare Dungeon modifiers the game has seen so far. It is called <mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#b67fe0" class="has-inline-color">Mythic Prankster</mark>, and it can completely flood your screen with endgame loot.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">How the Mythic Prankster Affix Works</h2>



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<p>When you find a Nightmare Sigil with the Mythic Prankster affix, the dungeon spawns a special <strong>purple Treasure Goblin</strong>. Killing it will drop <strong>five guaranteed Mythic Uniques per player</strong> in the party. Yes, guaranteed.</p>



<p>That means:</p>



<ul>
<li>5 Mythic Uniques when running solo</li>



<li><strong>Up to 20 Mythic Uniques</strong> in a full four-player group within a single dungeon</li>
</ul>



<p>On top of the Mythic Uniques, the goblin also drops:</p>



<ul>
<li>Legendary runes</li>



<li><a class="icy-gtnbrg-link" href="#"><span class="icy-gtnbrg-tooltip"><img decoding="async" class="icy-gtnbrg-tooltip-img" src="https://static.icy-veins.com/wp/static/d4/latest/images/icons/2DInventory_Quest_MiscTrinkets_11.webp" alt="Resplendent Spark"><span class="tooltip-spell-name" data-item-type="Crafting Material" data-item-quality="normal">Resplendent Spark</span></span></a>s, which are used to create more Mythics</li>
</ul>



<p>This affix can appear on Nightmare Dungeon keys that drop naturally, so there is no special activity required to get one. Once activated, the dungeon behaves like a normal <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/guides/nightmare-dungeon-guide/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Nightmare Dungeon</a>, but with one important change: Monsters also gain <strong>33% increased movement and attack speed</strong>, so things can get chaotic rather fast.</p>



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<p>One important thing to <strong>keep in mind is that the Mythic Prankster goblin has very low health.</strong> If you are playing in a group, <strong>make sure everyone is nearby before killing it,</strong> or someone might miss out on the loot explosion.</p>



<p>Early runs have already confirmed absurd results, with players walking away with multiple <a class="icy-gtnbrg-link" href="#"><span class="icy-gtnbrg-tooltip"><img decoding="async" class="icy-gtnbrg-tooltip-img" src="https://static.icy-veins.com/wp/static/d4/latest/images/icons/2DInventory_Items_Helms_Generic_21.webp" alt="Harlequin Crest"><span class="tooltip-spell-name" data-item-type="Helm" data-item-quality="mythic">Harlequin Crest</span></span></a>, <a class="icy-gtnbrg-link" href="#"><span class="icy-gtnbrg-tooltip"><img decoding="async" class="icy-gtnbrg-tooltip-img" src="https://static.icy-veins.com/wp/static/d4/latest/images/icons/2DInventory_Swords_40.webp" alt="The Grandfather"><span class="tooltip-spell-name" data-item-type="Two-Handed Sword" data-item-quality="mythic">The Grandfather</span></span></a>, <a class="icy-gtnbrg-link" href="#"><span class="icy-gtnbrg-tooltip"><img decoding="async" class="icy-gtnbrg-tooltip-img" src="https://static.icy-veins.com/wp/static/d4/latest/images/icons/2DInventory_Rings_41.webp" alt="Ring of Starless Skies"><span class="tooltip-spell-name" data-item-type="Ring" data-item-quality="mythic">Ring of Starless Skies</span></span></a>, <a class="icy-gtnbrg-link" href="#"><span class="icy-gtnbrg-tooltip"><img decoding="async" class="icy-gtnbrg-tooltip-img" src="https://static.icy-veins.com/wp/static/d4/latest/images/icons/2DInventory_Swords_37.webp" alt="Doombringer"><span class="tooltip-spell-name" data-item-type="Sword" data-item-quality="mythic">Doombringer</span></span></a>, and more. Salvaging extra Mythics also feeds directly back into crafting, which then lets you roll even more endgame gear.</p>



<p>This is not a bug or some weird one-off trick. Mythic Prankster is a real Season 11 affix, and if you are lucky enough to find one of these keys, it is worth taking your time. Grab a full group, stay close, and make sure everyone is there before the goblin goes down. The rewards are too good to rush through alone.</p>



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<p>For more updates and guides on Season 11 and beyond, head back to our <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/news/">Diablo 4 news hub</a>.</p>


This New Nightmare Dungeon Affix Can Flood Diablo 4 With Mythics


<p>Blizzard has now shared an official gameplay video for <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/news/diablo-4-paladin-brings-back-blessed-hammer-and-auras/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">the Paladin in Diablo 4</a>, giving a clear look at how the new class plays in real combat.</p>



<p>The footage goes beyond basic gameplay. It shows how the Paladin&#8217;s <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/news/diablo-4-paladin-oaths-breakdown-of-the-new-class-mechanic/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">different Oaths</a> change its playstyle and also <strong>features a few environments that are not available yet</strong>, giving another small preview of what is coming with Diablo 4&#8217;s next expansion.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">New Paladin Class Trailer</h2>



<p>If you were curious how the Paladin plays outside of cinematic trailers and screenshots, this video gives a straightforward look at what to expect. Watch the official Paladin gameplay video below:</p>



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<p>The Paladin is already available through early access tied to the Lord of Hatred expansion, with the full class release planned for April 2026, including a mysterious <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/news/lord-of-hatred-second-new-class-after-paladin/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">not-yet-revealed second class</a>.</p>



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<p>For more updates on Diablo 4 and upcoming Seasons, check out our <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/news/">Diablo 4 News hub</a>.</p>


Diablo 4 Shares Official Paladin Gameplay Video


<p>With the Paladin now available in <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/guides/diablo-4-latest-season/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Diablo 4 Season 11</a>, Blizzard has revealed a full set of Paladin-specific Unique items. Many of these Uniques are tied to <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/guides/lair-boss-system-guide/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">specific endgame bosses</a>, which makes them easier to target-farm once you know where to look.</p>



<p>Below is a full overview of which bosses can drop the new Paladin Uniques, including their Unique Powers.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Bosses &amp; New Unique Items</h2>



<p><strong>The Beast in The Ice</strong><br><a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/guides/the-beast-in-the-ice-boss-guide/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Beast in the Ice</a> has a chance to drop the following Paladin Uniques:</p>



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<li>Promise of Glory – Paladin <strong>One-Handed Flail</strong>
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<li>Unique Power: Enemies struck by the first hit of Divine Lance take increased damage from its follow-up stabs.</li>
</ul>
</li>



<li>Bastion of Sir Matthias – Paladin <strong>Shield</strong>
<ul>
<li>Unique Power: Blocking has a chance to retaliate with Shield Bash, and Shield Bash deals increased damage.</li>
</ul>
</li>



<li>March of the Stalwart Soul – Paladin <strong>Amulet</strong>
<ul>
<li>Unique Power: Advance deals increased damage, gains all Skill upgrades, and is treated as a Disciple, Juggernaut, and Zealot Skill.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>



<p><strong>Andariel</strong><br><a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/guides/uber-andariel-boss-guide/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Andariel</a> can drop the following Paladin Uniques:</p>



<ul>
<li>Herald&#8217;s Morningstar – Paladin <strong>One-Handed Mace</strong>
<ul>
<li>Unique Power: Blessed Hammer deals increased damage. Lucky Hit effects can spawn an additional base Blessed Hammer on the target hit.</li>
</ul>
</li>



<li>Herald of Zakarum – Paladin <strong>Shield</strong>
<ul>
<li>Unique Power: Gain increased Strength, Armor, Resistances, and Retribution Chance.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>



<p><strong>Duriel</strong><br><a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/guides/uber-duriel-boss-guide/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Duriel</a> has a chance to drop the following Paladin Uniques:</p>



<ul>
<li>Herald&#8217;s Morningstar – Paladin <strong>One-Handed Mace</strong>
<ul>
<li>Unique Power: Blessed Hammer deals increased damage and can trigger additional hammers through Lucky Hit effects.</li>
</ul>
</li>



<li>Supplication – Paladin <strong>One-Handed Sword</strong>
<ul>
<li>Unique Power: Brandish now unleashes in all directions, dealing increased damage.</li>
</ul>
</li>



<li>Griswold&#8217;s Opus – Paladin <strong>One-Handed Sword</strong>
<ul>
<li>Unique Power: Dealing direct damage grants stacking Critical Strike Damage for each enemy hit. At maximum stacks, Critical Strikes can deal double damage, heal you, and refresh the duration of the bonus.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>



<p><strong>Varshan<br></strong><a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/guides/echo-of-varshan-boss-guide/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Varshan</a> has a chance to drop the following Paladin Unique:</p>



<ul>
<li>Ward of the White Dove – Paladin <strong>Shield</strong>
<ul>
<li>Unique Power: Blessed Shield deals increased damage. Casting another Skill empowers your next Blessed Shield, doubling its bonus effect and reducing its Faith cost.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>



<p><strong>Lord Zir<br></strong><a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/guides/lord-zir-boss-guide/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lord Zir</a> can drop the following Paladin Uniques:</p>



<ul>
<li>Red Sermon – Paladin <strong>Two-Handed Sword</strong>
<ul>
<li>Unique Power: Zeal deals increased damage and automatically gains the Death and Glory upgrade.</li>
</ul>
</li>



<li>Sanctis of Kethamar – Paladin <strong>Pants</strong>
<ul>
<li>Unique Power: Arbiter form increases Aura Potency and Wing Strike damage.</li>
</ul>
</li>



<li>Cathedral&#8217;s Song – Paladin <strong>Shield</strong>
<ul>
<li>Unique Power: Lucky Hit effects from Disciple and Ascension Skills can call down Spear of the Heavens on nearby enemies. Spear of the Heavens damage is increased.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>



<p><strong>Grigoire<br></strong><a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/guides/grigoire-the-galvanic-saint-boss-guide/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Grigoire</a> has a chance to drop the following Paladin Unique:</p>



<ul>
<li>March of the Stalwart Soul – Paladin <strong>Amulet</strong>
<ul>
<li>Unique Power: Advance deals increased damage, gains all upgrades, and counts as a Disciple, Juggernaut, and Zealot Skill.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>



<p><strong>Urivar</strong><br><a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/guides/urivar-boss-guide/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Urivar</a> can drop the following Paladin Uniques:</p>



<ul>
<li>Promise of Glory – Paladin <strong>One-Handed Flail</strong>
<ul>
<li>Unique Power: Enemies struck by the first hit of Divine Lance take increased damage from subsequent stabs.</li>
</ul>
</li>



<li>Cathedral’s Song – Paladin <strong>Shield</strong>
<ul>
<li>Unique Power: Disciple and Ascension Skills can trigger Spear of the Heavens through Lucky Hit effects, with increased damage.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>



<p><strong>Harbinger of Hatred<br></strong>The <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/guides/harbinger-of-hatred-boss-guide/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Harbinger of Hatred</a> has a chance to drop the following Paladin Uniques:</p>



<ul>
<li>Supplication – Paladin <strong>One-Handed Sword</strong>
<ul>
<li>Unique Power: Brandish strikes in all directions and deals increased damage.</li>
</ul>
</li>



<li>Griswold&#8217;s Opus – Paladin <strong>One-Handed Sword</strong>
<ul>
<li>Unique Power: Hitting multiple enemies builds up Critical Strike Damage, unlocking powerful bonuses at maximum stacks.</li>
</ul>
</li>



<li>Herald of Zakarum – Paladin<strong> Shield</strong>
<ul>
<li>Unique Power: Increases Strength, Armor, Resistances, and Retribution Chance.</li>
</ul>
</li>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Paladin Uniques With No Confirmed Drop Source Yet</h2>



<p>The following Paladin Uniques were shown in preview images, but Blizzard has not yet confirmed their drop locations:</p>



<ul>
<li><strong>Sunbrand</strong> – Paladin <strong>One-Handed Flail</strong>
<ul>
<li>Unique Power: Heaven’s Fury gains additional rays and deals increased damage.</li>
</ul>
</li>



<li><strong>Dawnfire</strong> – Paladin <strong>Gloves</strong>
<ul>
<li>Unique Power: Holy Light becomes a damaging aura that deals Fire damage over time, stacking when enemies die within its range.</li>
</ul>
</li>



<li><strong>Seal of the Second Trumpet</strong> – Paladin <strong>Ring</strong>
<ul>
<li>Unique Power: Judgement deals significantly increased damage and has a chance to trigger twice.</li>
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<p>These Uniques clearly show Blizzard leaning hard into Blessed Hammer, Divine Lance, Zeal, Shield-based gameplay, and Arbiter form. For Paladin builds and updates as <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/guides/diablo-4-latest-season/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Season 11</a> progresses, check out our <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/paladin/builds/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Paladin Builds page</a>.</p>



<p>And for more information on all the items each boss can drop, you can check out our in-depth guide:</p>



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<div class="centered"><a class="aligncenter custom-button" href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/guides/how-to-farm-uniques-from-bosses/"><span>How to Farm Uniques from Bosses</span></a></div>
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<p>You can find additional Diablo 4 updates and Season 11 coverage on our <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/news/">Diablo 4 News hub</a>.</p>


Diablo 4 Paladin Uniques and Their Boss Drop Locations


<p>The Paladin already looked like the star of <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/news/diablo-4-next-expansion-announcement/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Diablo 4&#8217;s Lord of Hatred expansion</a>, but one of its most exciting features is an angelic transformation called <strong>Arbiter Form</strong>, and it is basically a full Tyrael-style form. </p>



<p>According to Blizzard, the <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/news/diablo-4-reveals-paladin-class-at-the-game-awards/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Paladin in Lord of Hatred</a> is meant to embody over 25 years of Diablo legacy, returning as Sanctuary&#8217;s final beacon of divine authority as Mephisto&#8217;s corruption spreads. The classic Paladin with Auras and Holy Conjurations returns, but the expansion goes much further by letting the class literally <strong>ascend</strong>.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">A New Transformation Mode &#8211; Arbiter Form</h2>



<p>With Arbiter Form, players <em>&#8220;ascend to the Heavens and crash upon the battlefield</em>&#8221; for <strong>20 seconds</strong>, dealing damage on landing and gaining massive mobility and damage boosts. </p>



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<p>Here is what Arbiter can grant:</p>



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<li><strong>Angelic Leap replaces Evade</strong>, letting you fly across the battlefield.</li>



<li><strong>Increased movement speed</strong> when transformed.</li>



<li><strong>Wing Strikes</strong> lash out automatically, damaging nearby enemies.</li>



<li><strong>Disciple Skills deal 50% increased damage</strong> with the Arbiter form.</li>



<li><a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/news/diablo-4-paladin-oaths-breakdown-of-the-new-class-mechanic/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Using a <strong>Disciple Skill</strong></a><strong> with a cooldown</strong> grants Arbiter for a short time, letting players trigger mini-transformations during combat.</li>



<li>Wing Strikes can also inherit <strong>Disciple Skill benefits</strong>, adding even more bonuses.</li>
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<p>It is not just a cosmetic glow-up. Arbiter acts as a full combat mode, mixing movement, offense, and class mechanics in a way that is completely new for Diablo 4.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">A Tyrael-Inspired Form</h2>



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<p>Blizzard describes Arbiter as a <strong>&#8220;</strong><em>radiant, Tyrael-inspired avatar of celestial justice</em><strong>.</strong>&#8221; Given how iconic Tyrael is in Diablo lore, this is most likely a nod to longtime fans, especially players who have wanted a true angel-themed class since the start.</p>



<p>Arbiter Form also reinforces the theme of the expansion, with corruption overwhelming Sanctuary, and Paladins standing as the last divine counterforce.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">A Game-Changer </h2>



<p>Between <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/news/diablo-4-paladin-brings-back-blessed-hammer-and-auras/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Auras, Holy Conjurations</a>, and now a full angelic transformation, the Paladin is going to be one of Diablo 4&#8217;s most thematically strong classes to date. If Arbiter Form plays as well as it sounds, it could end up being the best and most fun class to play.</p>



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<p>For more information and guides about Paladin, <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/news/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">keep an eye on our latest news</a>!</p>


Diablo 4 Paladin Gets Angelic Arbiter Form in Lord of Hatred Expansion


<p>With Lord of Hatred introducing a <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/news/diablo-4-paladin-brings-back-blessed-hammer-and-auras/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">new class</a>, a new region, <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/news/diablo-4-lord-of-hatred-brings-back-the-horadric-cube/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">new systems</a>, and the possible end of the Prime Evils storyline, you would think the most important feature <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/news/diablo-4-reveals-paladin-class-at-the-game-awards/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">would be the Paladin</a>, Skovos, or even the new endgame.</p>



<p>But nope&#8230; Players instantly grabbed onto one unexpected new feature quietly mentioned in Blizzard&#8217;s overview, and it is <strong>fishing</strong>.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Fishing in Diablo 4</h2>



<p>In a single throwaway line, Blizzard confirmed that Sanctuary&#8217;s bravest demon slayers will soon be able to &#8220;<em><strong>find respite from slaying demons by Fishing in the waterways of Sanctuary.</strong></em>&#8220;</p>



<p>No further details were given, but Diablo fans immediately connected the dots with <strong>Diablo Immortal</strong>, that already features a full fishing system with hotspots, catch rarity tiers, and rewards. </p>



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<p>There is a good chance Diablo 4&#8217;s version will follow a similar template. You can expect a relaxed downtime activity, progression rewards, and maybe some collectibles tied to <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/news/first-look-skovos-new-zone-expansion-diablo-4/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">the new region of Skovos</a>.</p>



<p>And honestly, it feels like a nice addition. After years of slaying demons, fighting world bosses, and grinding endgame seasons, maybe the true salvation of Sanctuary was a fishing rod all along.</p>



<p>Fishing might just become a meme or a surprisingly addictive side system, but one thing is sure, it is already one of the most talked about additions to the expansion, proving once again that Diablo players will click on anything if you tell them it is a new endgame grind.</p>



<p>We will be getting our bait and rods ready for April for sure!</p>



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<p>More details will be <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/news/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">shared on our page</a> as we get closer to release!</p>


Forget the Paladin – Diablo 4’s Big New Feature Is Fishing


<p>When Blizzard revealed Lord of Hatred, most of the focus went straight to the Paladin. That makes sense. The holy warrior is playable right now for anyone who pre-purchases the expansion. But there is something else in the reveal that is just as important and easy to miss.</p>



<p><strong>Lord of Hatred is bringing two new classes to Diablo 4.</strong></p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Paladin Is Just the First One</h2>



<p>Blizzard confirmed that the Paladin is only one half of the class additions coming with the expansion. The Paladin is <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/news/preorder-lord-of-hatred-to-unlock-paladin-early-in-diablo-4/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">available early right now through pre-purchase</a> and will &#8220;fully&#8221; launch with Lord of Hatred in April 2026.</p>



<p>It fills the role of a heavy, Holy warrior, with focus on melee combat and divine abilities, shields, as well as a strong frontline presence. That part is already <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/news/diablo-4-paladin-brings-back-blessed-hammer-and-auras/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">live and well understood</a>.</p>



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<p><strong>What comes next </strong>is where things get interesting.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">A Second, Unrevealed Class Is Coming</h2>



<p>On top of the Paladin, Blizzard also confirmed a <strong>second new class</strong> that has not been revealed yet.</p>



<p>The official wording is very clear:<br><em>A second, yet-unrevealed class looms on the dark horizon.</em></p>



<p>This is not a placeholder or vague promise. Blizzard repeatedly refers to <strong>two powerful new classes</strong> throughout the expansion reveal and pre-purchase information. That also explains why the expansion includes <strong>two additional character slots</strong> by default.</p>



<p>So yes, this second class is real and planned for launch with Lord of Hatred in April 2026.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">What Could the Second Class Be?</h2>



<p>So far, Blizzard has shared no details about this second class other than a short teaser image. In that image, the Paladin is clearly visible in the front, while a <strong>shadowy figure seemingly lingers in the background, deliberately obscured.</strong></p>



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<p>Given that the Paladin <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/news/diablo-4-paladin-oaths-breakdown-of-the-new-class-mechanic/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">covers the Holy, frontline fantasy</a>, the next class is very likely to go in a different direction. Something darker, more arcane, or more ritual-focused would make sense to balance the available class choices. It also would make sense <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/news/after-paladin-is-witch-doctor-the-next-diablo-4-class/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">when taking a look at recent years of community requests</a> for classes that explore darker magic or unconventional playstyles.</p>



<p>Blizzard has not confirmed anything yet, but <strong>the fact that this class is still hidden makes it one of the most interesting parts of the expansion reveal.</strong></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Two New Classes, Sooner Than Expected</h2>



<p>What makes this reveal even more surprising is the timing.<strong> Lord of Hatred launches in April 2026, which is only a few months away.</strong> Many players expected one new class at most in this timeframe.</p>



<p>Instead, Blizzard is committing to two distinct additions, with one already playable and the other waiting in the shadows, less than half a year away!</p>



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<p>For more updates on Lord of Hatred and upcoming Seasons, head to our <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/news/">Diablo 4 News hub</a>.</p>


Diablo 4’s Lord of Hatred Adds a Second New Class After Paladin


<p>Season 11: Divine Intervention, launched overnight right after The Game Awards, and it came with a messy launch for pre-orders of the upcoming <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/news/diablo-4-next-expansion-announcement/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">expansion Lord of Hatred</a>!</p>



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<p>Players reported multiple pre-order and ownership problems. Some who already owned the expansion or the related bundles could not access expansion content (like the <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/news/diablo-4-reveals-paladin-class-at-the-game-awards/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Paladin unlocks</a> and <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/spiritborn/builds/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Spiritborn access</a>, which completely disappeared), and others saw ineligibility or purchase errors across platforms. </p>



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<p>Blizzard posted a set of updates through the night <a href="https://us.forums.blizzard.com/en/d4/t/div-lord-of-hatred-ineligibility-to-purchase-error-notice-issue-resolved/236012" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">acknowledging the problems</a> and <a href="https://us.forums.blizzard.com/en/d4/t/temporary-disabling-the-age-of-hatred-collection-in-game-on-xbox-playstation/236090" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">pushing fixes</a>.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">What Went Wrong</h2>



<p>A few things did not go as planned during the launch of the new season and the Lord of Hatred early access content and pre-orders:</p>



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<li><strong>Missing expansion content:</strong> Some players who own <a href="https://www.icy-veins.com/d4/guides/vessel-of-hatred-overview/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Vessel of Hatred</a> reported missing content (including Spiritborn class access). Blizzard confirmed the issue is under investigation and said a client patch might be required depending on the root cause.</li>



<li><strong>Console bundle bug:</strong> On Xbox and PlayStation the <strong>Age of Hatred Collection</strong> (Base Game + expansions) was available for purchase in-game even to players who already owned Diablo 4. To prevent accidental double purchases, Blizzard temporarily disabled that bundle inside the game shop. The bundle remains purchasable from the platform stores directly.</li>



<li><strong>Steam in-game pre-purchase error:</strong> Steam players reported that the Lord of Hatred pre-purchase option was unavailable inside the game client. Blizzard advised buying directly from the Steam Store as a workaround.</li>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">What Players Should Try Now</h2>



<p>Blizzard later posted that updates were rolling out to address many of the &#8220;ineligibility&#8221; error messages and that most related issues were being resolved. </p>



<p>The team is continuing to monitor reports and may issue further patches if needed. You should now be able to buy the expansion if you are on the Battle.net client. For all the others, you can try the following workarounds:</p>



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<li>If your in-game purchase fails on Steam, try buying the expansion directly from the Steam Store.</li>



<li>If the in-game bundle is disabled on console, use the Xbox/PlayStation store pages instead.</li>



<li>If you own the expansion but cannot access content, check the official Blizzard forums for live updates and watch for a client patch notice. So far there is not much you can do for this one. If you wanted to play Spiritborn, you might have to wait a bit.</li>
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<p>Blizzard says they will continue to post updates as rollouts and fixes happen. We will follow the thread and update if a wider client patch is confirmed.</p>



<p>A rocky launch, but nothing catastrophic so far, most workarounds are simple (store purchases) and Blizzard appears to be pushing fixes fast. If you are locked out of paid content, keep receipts and screenshots, and do not hesitate to contact Blizzard’s customer service if you have any other issue, especially related to paid content.</p>


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