Barrier Generation vs Max Life

  1. I use Flame Shield and Ice Armor as primary barriers, plus a few mini barriers.
    Im using all Rubies in Armor but would it be better to go all diamonds to get 25% Barrier Generation.
  2. Since armor no longer applies to Resistances would it be better to lose the 750 armor Skulls on jewelry and go with +15 All Resistances?
  3. When i build my Ice Spikes Sorc would it be better to go with 8% Damage over Time per weapon over Crit strike to Vulnerable?
  1. For most approaches, no. The health is usually more beneficial, but test it out for yourself. Run similar dungeons/fight same boss to get a better feel for the differences.
  2. Depends. If → % armor increases are used, probably keep skulls. If → damage reduc is main defence, up to you; check character sheet resists to inspect for thresholds.
  3. What is vuln uptime in a given fight? Are other skills besides dots being used? For spikes, usually those are primary damage source, and those wont be taking advantage of %8 dot damage increases.
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