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Diablo 4 Season 10 is shaping up to be one of the most transformative updates since launch. With Patch 2.4.0 introducing Chaos perks, reworked unique Diablo 4 Items, and wide-ranging balance changes, the landscape of Sanctuary's endgame is about to shift dramatically. The meta that defined Season 9 is already on the chopping block, and many previously underwhelming builds are finally stepping into the spotlight.

After combing through the Season 10 PTR notes, here's a breakdown of the five most buffed and five most nerfed builds coming to Diablo 4 Season 10 - and what these changes mean for players diving into the chaos.

5 Most Buffed Builds in Diablo 4 Season 10

1) Fleshrender Druid

The Fleshrender unique mace has single-handedly turned Druids into one of the most devastating classes in Season 10. Previously overlooked because of its awkward activation mechanics, Fleshrender now procs massive damage whenever an auto-cast skill is triggered.

That means Druids can chain survivability skills like Cyclone Armor or Blood Howl and still unleash huge waves of damage. Add in the Wild Transformation Chaos Perk, which gives access to free skill casts, and suddenly you're looking at a rotation that balances tankiness and insane DPS.

Once considered clunky and underwhelming, Fleshrender Druids are now S-tier powerhouses, dominating both solo farming and group content.

2) Companion Raven Druid

The Druid class didn't just get one buff - it got two. Season 10 introduces the Kilt of Blackwing. It is worth buying Diablo IV Items, because the Kilt not only doubles Raven damage but also summons additional ravens whenever you shapeshift. A unique item that redefines the Companion Raven build.

Coupled with the improved synergy between Companion and Transformation Chaos Perks, you can pair wolves, ravens, and shapeshifting abilities into a devastating hybrid build. This change elevates the Raven Druid into Diablo 4's premier pet-based build.

Players who love "set it and forget it" builds will find this a refreshing option that maintains competitive DPS in high-end content.

3) Bleed Barbarian

For years, the Barbarian meta has been dominated by Whirlwind and flashy AoE builds, leaving bleed mechanics on the sidelines. That changes in Season 10.

Two key adjustments unlock the Bleed Barbarian's potential:

·Two-Handed Sword Expertise no longer requires a kill to trigger bonus Bleed damage.

·The new unique Sabre of Seagull stacks Bleed damage every time you use an offensive skill.

This makes bleed sustainable even against bosses where kill chains are slow. With scaling that holds up deep into the endgame, Bleed Barbarians are moving from niche experiment to endgame staple.

4) Shadow Blight Necromancer

Necromancers had a rough time in Season 9, with most builds suffering nerfs except Summoner. But Season 10 brings Shadow Blight roaring back into viability.

The Legendary Paragon node Wither now boosts Shadow damage by 300% (up from 200%), amplifying synergy with Corpse Explosion and Shadowblight. Add the Defile the Dead Chaos Perk, which grants up to 400% extra Shadow damage on each Corpse Explosion, and suddenly this build goes from gimmick to top-tier.

Shadow Blight Necros can now scale consistently into higher tiers, making them one of the most dangerous damage dealers in Sanctuary.

5) Eagle Spiritborn

The Eagle Spiritborn Druid also benefits from Season 10's balance patch. Previously considered a mid-tier Spirit Hall build, Eagle Spiritborn gains significant boosts to its Storm Feather mechanic.

Storm Feathers now trigger not only on evades but also on every skill cast, dramatically improving uptime. Base lightning damage for Storm Feathers also rises from 125% to 140%, giving Druids consistent scaling across both AoE and single-target encounters.

This places Eagle Spiritborn among the strongest new endgame builds for Season 10, particularly for players who enjoy elemental druid playstyles.

5 Most Nerfed Builds in Diablo 4 Season 10

1) Hydra Sorcerer

The Hydra Sorcerer was the star of Season 9, mowing down screens with ease thanks to high mana scaling. But Blizzard thought it was too strong.

In Season 10, Serpentine's Aspect damage scaling is reduced from 0.5-1.5% per mana to 0.3-0.5%. This is a major reduction in raw output, even with the new Hydra/Firewall combo from Mana Infused Conjurations.

Hydra Sorcs are still viable, but their reign as the best AoE nukers is over. They now sit in a more balanced spot, requiring better positioning and rotation management.

2) Twisting Blades Rogue

Twisting Blades has long been the Rogue's bread and butter, but the nerfs keep coming. Season 10 lowers Impale damage from 70% to 30% and Return damage from 112% to 70%.

While still fun to play and capable of clearing mid-tier content, Twisting Blades Rogues will struggle in higher Pit tiers compared to other Rogue builds like Penetrating Shot or hybrid poison setups. Once the poster child of the Rogue class, Twisting Blades is now firmly in the "viable but not optimal" category.

3) Poison Pulverize Druid

The Poison Pulverize build had its moment in Season 9 thanks to Horadric Spells and buggy double-dipping with Fleshrender. Those loopholes are gone in Season 10.

Blizzard has patched the double-dip mechanic and rebalanced Poison damage scaling, making the build far less explosive. It's still playable - and some Druids will enjoy the steady poison ticks - but it no longer sits at the top of the food chain.

Essentially, Poison Pulverize went from "broken strong" to "reasonable," which is probably healthier for the meta.

4) Corpse Explosion Necromancer

Despite some buffs, Corpse Explosion simply can't keep up with other Necromancer builds in Season 10. Its scaling has fallen behind, and even Chaos Perks aren't enough to bring it into parity.

The only way to make Corpse Explosion viable is to pair it with the Shadow Blight setup, but at that point, it's overshadowed by pure Shadow Blight builds. What was once a staple for Necros is now a situational option at best.

5) Whirlwind Barbarian

The Whirlwind Barbarian has been Diablo's iconic spin-to-win build since the earliest games, but in Season 10, it's finally fallen off.

Even with a buff to Dust Devil damage, Whirlwind lacks the burst DPS required to compete with Bleed or Hammer Barbarians. It remains decent for farming lower-tier dungeons where mobility is key, but in serious endgame progression, Whirlwind is no longer the optimal choice.

For longtime Barb players, this might sting - but it also encourages exploration of the newly buffed Bleed archetype.

Final Thoughts on Season 10's Meta Shifts

Diablo 4 Season 10 is a clear example of Blizzard's balancing philosophy: shake up the meta, bring underperforming builds into the spotlight, and tone down the ones that dominate too heavily. The introduction of Chaos Perks and reworked uniques creates exciting synergies, and for the first time in several seasons, multiple classes feel genuinely refreshed.

·Winners: Druids and Necromancers get the biggest glow-up, with Fleshrender, Ravens, Shadow Blight, and Eagle Spiritborn carving out strong positions in the endgame.

·Losers: Sorcerers, Rogues, and Barbarians lose some of their most iconic builds but gain opportunities to experiment with fresh playstyles.

If you're returning for Season 10, the message is clear: don't cling too tightly to your old Season 9 mains. The meta has shifted, and Sanctuary is more chaotic - and exciting - than ever.