Is there a way to avoid bricking?

To avoid bricking sell your items to other ppl and let them brick it. Then wen tempering is finally addressed u will be riatch.

AT the least sell ur Greater 3s and buy 2s or sell your 2s and buy 1s.

Chance to :brick: with 4 options twice = about 45% - PC General Discussion - Diablo IV Forums (blizzard.com)

45% with 4 options twice to brick. yikes