The Season of the Malignant may not have been the most popular event in Diablo 4, but it left behind a legacy of powerful Malignant hearts that players are still seeking. These hearts provided substantial buffs to characters during the event, and their absence has been felt since Season 2, the Season of Blood, began. Notably, Necromancers enjoyed a significant advantage with the Sacriligeous Soul Malignant power, which passively triggered corpse and skeleton abilities.
Good news awaits the Diablo 4 community! The developers have answered our pleas, and as of November 7, 2023, they are introducing five class-specific Malignant Rings in Patch 1.2.2. Each of these rings carries a familiar Malignant power from the first season, promising exciting gameplay enhancements for various character classes. They'll also pair nicely with the best Season of Blood Vampire powers.
But what exactly are these rings, and how can you obtain one? Let's dive into the details!
What are the five Malignant Rings I can get in Diablo 4?
Here's a breakdown of the five class-specific rings that will be added to Diablo 4, along with the unique powers they offer for each class:
How do I get a Malignant Ring in Diablo 4?
In order to obtain a coveted Malignant Ring, you'll need to embark on a journey to the Tree of Whispers and confront Varshan in World Tier 4. Here are the steps to acquire your ring:
Head to the Tree of Whispers Waypoint and locate the 'Malignant Burrow' as indicated on the map below:
Once inside the burrow, you'll need to perform the Ritual of Hatred to summon Varshan, and you will need the following materials, which are Varshan's body parts:
- Gurgling Head
- Blackened Femur
- Trembling Hand
- Malignant Heart
You can obtain these items by defeating Grotesque Debtors during Whispers of the Dead activities. Completing Whisper quests across the map will grant you a Whisper Cache from the tree, which may contain the required materials. If you have been diligently opening Whisper Caches, you might already have a surplus of these.
It's essential to note that the 'Malignant Heart' only drops in World Tier 4 Whispers of the Dead activities.
If you find yourself short on any of the parts for this recipe, you can craft the missing pieces of Varshan at the Alchemist. To do so, combine the following items:
Once you've successfully defeated Varshan, there's a chance that a Unique item will drop, which may be the Malignant Ring you desire. While it's not clear whether the Malignant Ring is a guaranteed drop or a chance-based one, the developers at Blizzcon 2023 did advise players to "hold on to those summoning materials." This suggests that you may need to face Varshan multiple times to secure your ring. So, when Patch 1.2.2 is released later today, cross your fingers and hope for the best as you confront the whims of RNG-esus.
