Twisting Blades Endgame Rogue Build Guide for Diablo 4

Unleashing an onslaught of the Twisting Blades Rogue build, your adversaries are left bewildered by their swift demise, caught off guard by an invisible force. Welcome to the master guide of creating a formidable character, perfectly tailored for the thrilling endgame escapades within the realm of Diablo 4. Brace yourself for an unrivaled fusion of Skills, Gear, and Paragon, meticulously crafted to propel you towards unparalleled greatness.

Twisting Blades unleashes its brutal force, inflicting a double dose of devastation with each cast. Initially, the target is pierced by a sharp impale, only to be struck with an even more devastating blow as the blades swiftly retreat back to the Rogue. As they soar through the air, these lethal blades effortlessly penetrate through all adversaries, amplifying the damage inflicted with strategic precision. Amplifying the power of the initial assault, this extraordinary build possesses the ability to swiftly dispatch Elites in a single strike and eradicate entire hordes of enemies in the blink of an eye.

Embark on an exhilarating journey with the Twisting Blades Rogue, a dynamic and intricate playstyle that caters to players seeking a thrilling burst leveling build. Unleash your agility as you navigate through the chaotic battleground!

Embrace the realm of possibilities with this endgame build guide, crafted exclusively for characters who have reached the remarkable milestone of level 50. If you find yourself in need of assistance to ascend to this level, fear not! Simply consult the esteemed Rogue Leveling Guide, a veritable treasure trove of knowledge and guidance.

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Strengths.

Unleashing devastating blows with precision and focus to obliterate a single target.

Swiftly Navigating Through Dungeons for Expedited Adventures.

Utterly obliterates individual targets.

Weaknesses.

Minimized Impact Radius.

Embraces the closeness of hand-to-hand combat.

Insufficient Ability to Withstand Attacks from Numerous Adversaries.

Skill Tree Points

Input: The subsequent tables exhibit the comprehensive distribution of Skill Points for the Twisting Blades Rogue blueprint. The initial table encompasses the utmost crucial 48 points to initiate the blueprint. The subsequent table encompasses the remaining 10 points, which are assigned upon acquiring all Skill Points through Renown.

Priority Skills	Cluster
Puncture Level 1, Enhanced Puncture, Fundamental Puncture	Basic Skill
Twisting Blades Level 5, Enhanced Twisting Blades, Improved Twisting Blades Sturdy Level 3, Siphoning Strikes Level 3 Stutter Step Level 3	Core Skill
Dash Level 1, Enhanced Dash, Disciplined Dash Shadow Step Level 1, Enhanced Shadow Step, Methodical Shadow Step	Agility Skill
Concealment Level 1, Enhanced Stealth, Countering Stealth Exploit Level 3, Malice Level 3 Agile Level 3	Subterfuge Skill
Shadow Imbuement Level 1, Enhanced Shadow Imbuement, Mixed Shadow Imbuement Shadow Crash Level 1, Consuming Shadows Level 3	Imbuement Skill
Innervation Level 3	Ultimate Skill
Close Quarters Combat	Key Passive Skill

Remaining Renown Points	Cluster
Adrenaline Rush Level 1, Haste Level 3	Ultimate Skill
Concussive Level 3, Trick Attacks Level 1 Weapon Mastery Level 2	Agility Skill

Twisting Blades Rogue Specialization

Unleash the full potential of the Twisting Blades Rogue by mastering Combo Points, the ultimate choice for all your general farming needs. Engage in a thrilling burst damage playstyle as you skillfully build up these points with the powerful Puncture ability, inflicting devastating additional damage with every strike.

Input: For prolonged battles against mighty foes such as World Bosses, consider switching your Specialization to Inner Sight. As you strike with greater force, your Inner Sight Gauge fills up at an accelerated rate, granting you boundless Energy for a brief period of 4 seconds. This Specialization proves particularly advantageous for formidable characters, enabling them to unleash an increased number of Twisting Blades attacks.

Paragon

The Paragon progression system emerges upon reaching level 50, bestowing an immense reservoir of character prowess. Within the Paragon Board, one can discover an array of bonuses, ranging from modest enhancements found in Magic Nodes to the mightier Rare Glyphs and Legendary Nodes.

As you journey towards the realm of Glyph Sockets and Legendary Nodes, make it your mission to prioritize Damage, Dexterity, Resistance, and Life when dealing with Normal and Magic Nodes. The radiance of Glyphs expands as you ascend through the levels. Hence, if you find yourself unable to meet the prerequisites for Additional Bonuses at the beginning, it’s wise to temporarily forego allocating extra nodes.

Presented here are the Mythical Nodes and Scarce Glyphs, meticulously arranged in the sequence acquired within the Paragon, exclusively for the Twisting Blades Rogue archetype.

Name	Effect
Closer	• For every 5 Dexterity purchased within range, Cutthroat Skills deal +2% increased damage. • Additional Bonus (requires 40 Dexterity purchased in radius range): While wielding a Melee weapon, you take 10% reduced damage.
Tricks of the Trade	Your Marksman Skills grant your next Cutthroat Skill 25% increased damage. Your Cutthroat Skills grant your next Marksman Skill 25% increased damage.
Chip	• For every 5 Dexterity purchased within range, you deal +2% increased Physical damage. • Additional Bonus (requires 40 Dexterity purchased in radius range): Physical damage increases the damage an enemy takes from you by 1%, up to 10%, for 15 seconds.
Exploit Weakness	Whenever you deal damage to a Vulnerable enemy, they take 1% increased damage from you for 6 seconds, up to 15%.
Combat	• For every 5 Intelligence purchased within range, Core Skills deal +4% increased Critical Strike Damage. • Additional Bonus (requires 40 Intelligence purchased in radius range): Skills that Critically Strike restore 12% of their Energy cost.
No Witnesses	Your Ultimate Skills deal 30% increased damage and grant you 10% increased damage for 20 seconds when cast. (Legendary Node not used)
Exploit	• For every 5 Strength purchased within range, you deal + [3.85%] increased damage to Vulnerable targets. • Additional Bonus (requires 25 Strength purchased in radius range): When an enemy is damaged by you, they become Vulnerable for 3 seconds. This cannot happen more than once every 20 seconds per enemy.

Starting Board

Path to the first Glyph Socket along the right side of the first Paragon Board and insert Closer. Purchase all Dexterity nodes in radius range for the Additional Bonus.

Input: Find a Lawless establishment in close proximity and acquire 3 enchanted nodes that bestow protective armor.

Acquire adept allies in close proximity and acquire 3 enchanted orbs that bestow destructive power.

Journey further along the left path towards the domain of Resilience, where you shall acquire not just one, but two neighboring Magic Nodes that generously bestow upon you the gift of Maximum Life.

Head along the righteous path of the premier Paragon Board until you reach the inaugural Board Attachment Gate. Secure Tricks of the Trade by giving the board a graceful clockwise rotation of two increments.

Tricks of the Trade (2nd Board)

Ascend towards the untrodden realm of the Brawler, traversing the unconventional path of the left. Acquire all five enchanting Magic Nodes that encapsulate the vicinity, casting a veil of mystique upon your journey.

Ascend further, towards the right and then upwards until reaching the realm of Tricks of the Trade.

Input: Venture along the path connecting Brawler and Tricks of the Trade, veer to the right and descend towards the ethereal realm of Shadow Resilience. Acquire a pair of adjacent Magic Nodes that encompass the essence of vitality, granting an unparalleled boost to Maximum Life.

Input: Ascending the path that connects Brawler and Tricks of the Trade, venture towards the enchanting town of Lawless. Acquire a trio of mystical nodes that bestow protective Armor.

Continue up to the Glyph Socket. Insert Chip and purchase all Dexterity nodes in radius range.

Get close and acquire 3 enchanted orbs that enhance your ability to inflict damage upon elite adversaries.

Embark on a journey from the Glyph Socket, veering towards the left and ascending towards the realm of Havoc. Acquire all the enchanting Magic Nodes that encompass this mystical terrain.

Ascend directly from the Focused position towards the Board Attachment Gate located at the pinnacle. Upon rotating the board once in a clockwise direction, affix Exploit Weakness.

Exploit Weakness (3rd Board)

Input: Ascend the winding trail towards the impregnable fortress known as Unassailable. Acquire the enchanting power emanating from the five mystical nodes scattered in its vicinity.

Persevere until Uncovering Vulnerabilities.

Embark on the journey along the path connecting Unassailable and Exploit Weakness, then veer towards the left to reach the realm of Exploit. Acquire the enchanting power of all five neighboring Magic Nodes along the way.

Continue up to the Glyph Socket. Insert Combat and purchase all Intelligence nodes in radius range.

Input: Find Artifice in close proximity and acquire 3 enchanted Nodes that enhance Vulnerable Damage.

Input: Get the nearby Dosage and acquire 3 enchanted orbs that grant Healing Potions.

Embark on the journey spanning Unassailable to Exploit Weakness, veer towards the right towards Cold Resilience, and acquire 2 enchanting Magic Nodes that bestow boundless vitality.

Proceed ahead to Hunter Killer and acquire the encompassing Magic Nodes, ensuring to secure all 5 of them.

Navigate swiftly to the Board Attachment Gate, located on the left-hand side of the board, following the most direct path. Once there, perform a clockwise rotation of the board two times before securing No Witnesses in place.

No Witnesses (4th Board)

The Mythical Node on this board goes untouched.

Embark on a journey towards the ancient Ruin, following a path that winds its way through the depths. Acquire the mystical energy of all five enchanting Magic Nodes that encircle this sacred place.

Continue up with a left to the Glyph Socket. Insert Exploit and purchase all surrounding Strength nodes.

Acquire nearby training sessions while securing ownership of all enchanting nodes in the vicinity.

Input: Acquire wisdom in close proximity and unleash the power of 3 enchanted nodes for devastating impact.

Utilize the remaining 5 Paragon Points to acquire resistances or any necessary stats to unlock Rare Node Bonuses. For a comprehensive view of the entire tree, simply click on this link and explore the Paragon page on the planner.

Mechanics and Playstyle

Playing the Twisting Blade Rogue build demands a higher level of skill and engagement compared to other builds. With a multitude of buffs, the power of Twisting Blades is amplified, resulting in a truly devastating strike. The accumulation of Combo Points allows for even greater damage potential. By harnessing the power of Shadow Imbuement, the attack is transformed into shadow damage, adding an element of surprise. And to top it off, Concealment ensures that your opening move always lands as a critical hit, leaving your opponents in utter astonishment.

Once Twisting Blades impales the initial victim, Dash and Shadow Step come into play, allowing for effortless repositioning amidst other foes. This strategic maneuver ensures that the returning blades mercilessly strike their targets, carrying the same damaging buffs from the initial impale, along with the added bonus of a guaranteed Critical Hit!

Close Quarters Combat, Concussive, Malice, Exploit, Precision Imbuement, and Impetus synergistically amplify the inflicted damage to unprecedented levels.

Agility and resilience provide the key to survival, while the art of Siphoning Strikes ensures the sustenance of life.

In the quest for quicker harvesting, the Stutter Step and Haste techniques offer an acceleration to one’s movement.

Status Effects

With the expertise of the Twisting Blades Rogue, Elites are left utterly defenseless through the clever use of Crowd Control effects. The meticulously executed Shadow Step not only stuns for a significant duration of 2 seconds but also swiftly closes the distance. Subsequently, the target is left dazed by the impactful strike of Twisting Blades. As soon as the enemy is dazed, the Rogue capitalizes on this opportunity by unleashing a series of Critical Hits that trigger the devastating Trick Attacks, consistently knocking down the opponent.

The Fundamental Puncture ability effortlessly inflicts Vulnerability upon a target using a solitary Basic attack. During collaborative encounters, bestow this debuff upon Elites and Bosses to empower your allies, granting them a remarkable 20% boost in damage output.

Enhance your damage potential by equipping gear and utilizing the Paragon Board to amplify the impact on vulnerable, dazed, stunned, and controlled foes.

AoE Damage Rotation

Unleash a mighty burst upon clusters of adversaries using the subsequent sequence.

(Optional) Engage in battle with a swift Shadow Step, swiftly closing the distance and setting sights on the most formidable adversary, aiming to immobilize it with a stunning effect.

Swiftly engage Concealment and infuse your strike with the essence of shadows to fortify your forthcoming assault.

Unleash the power of Twisting Blades upon the target, adjusting the number of casts based on its resilience.

Employ the technique of Dash or Evade to gracefully maneuver past any remaining adversaries, allowing the resurgent blades to effortlessly penetrate their ranks.

Employ the art of Puncture to swiftly vanquish wounded adversaries, amass potent Energy, and forge a web of Combo Points in preparation for your forthcoming display of Twisting Blades.

Unleash a flurry of Twisting Blades upon any lingering adversaries boasting robust vitality.

Embrace the cycle anew once the cooldowns have rekindled their strength.

Single Target Damage Rotation with Combo Points

Employ the subsequent rotation to maximize sustained single target DPS when facing formidable Bosses.

(Optional) Bridge the distance to the objective using the elusive technique of Shadow Step.

Unleash the power of Puncture with lightning speed, executing it thrice to amass a multitude of Combo Points. Position yourself in close proximity to the target, ensuring that your strikes land twice and leave them vulnerable.

Unleash the power of Concealment to secure an unstoppable Critical Hit, provided it is not on cooldown.

Unleash the power of Shadow Imbuement to amplify your damage, if it’s not on cooldown.

Input: Unleash the power of Twisting Blades upon the target, casting it just once.

Embrace the spiral motion. Embody the cadence of unleashing 3 Fundamental strikes to accumulate Combo Points prior to executing the Twisting Blades.

Single Target Damage Rotation with Inner Sight

Enhance your single target DPS against formidable adversaries, such as World Bosses, by swapping the Rogue Specialization to Inner Sight. The rotation remains unchanged from the Combo Point Rotation mentioned earlier, with the exception that you continuously unleash Twisting Blades for a duration of 4 seconds upon activating Inner Sight, granting you an infinite reserve of Energy.

Gear Choice and Stat Priority in the Endgame

Ensure that you snatch every elusive treasure that happens to fall while embarking on your adventure as the elusive Twisting Blades Rogue. Safeguard those extraordinary artifacts with noteworthy traits in your secret cache, preserving them for future endeavors such as extraction and bestowing their essence upon impeccably crafted rarities.

When it comes to weapons of similar item levels, Swords reign supreme over Daggers due to their superior damage per strike and the inherent boost to Critical Strike Damage. In case you find yourself wielding Condemnation, it is imperative to pair it with a Legendary Sword. As for ranged weapons, the DPS rating takes a backseat, making the affix values the top priority. When it comes to the Vulnerable Damage implicit, Crossbows outshine Bows, making them the preferred choice.

Stat Priority List

Here are the affixes that should take precedence on gear for Twisting Blades Rogues. The importance of each line of affixes is listed in a specific order. Affixes on the same line hold equal significance, although their values may vary for individual characters. The impact of all stats depends on the amount already accumulated. The bolded stats are of utmost importance and often crucial for the build to operate effectively.

Gear Slot	Important Affixes
Weapons	+ DPS value, Critical Strike Damage and Vulnerable Damage + Core Skill Damage + Dexterity + Damage to Close, Injured, Crowd Controlled, Dazed or Stunned Enemies
Helm	+ Basic Attack Speed + Maximum Life and Armor + Cooldown Reduction + Maximum Energy + Crowd Control Duration + Dexterity
Chest	+ Damage Reduction, DR from Close, or Distant Enemies + Maximum Life and Armor + Dexterity + Damage with Dual-Wielded Weapons, Cutthroat Skill Damage, Damage, Physical Damage
Gloves	+ Ranks of Twisting Blades, Attack Speed and Critical Strike Chance + Critical Strike Chance Against Injured Enemies + Lucky Hit Chance and LHC to Restore Primary Resource + Damage to Injured Enemies + Dexterity
Pants	+ Damage Reduction, DR Close or Distant Enemies + Maximum Life and Armor + Dodge Chance and DC Against Close Enemies + Dexterity
Boots	+ Energy Cost Reduction + Movement Speed + Ranks of Dash or Shadow Step + Dodge Chance and DC Against Distant Enemies + Damage Reduction while Injured + Dexterity
Amulet	+ Energy Cost Reduction + Cooldown Reduction + Ranks of Malice, Exploit or Weapon Mastery Passive + Movement Speed + Damage Reduction, DR from Distant, Close Enemies, or while Injured + Armor + % Dexterity + Critical Strike Chance Against Injured Enemies + Crowd Control Duration + Damage, Cutthroat Skill Damage, Damage with Dual-Wielded Weapons
Rings	+ Resource Generation + Critical Strike Chance and Damage + Vulnerable Damage + Maximum Energy + Lucky Hit Chance + Physical Damage + Damage to Close, Dazed, Injured, Crowd Controlled, or Stunned Enemies + Maximum Life

Legendary Aspects and Codex of Power

Behold, behold! We present to you a magnificent collection of the crème de la crème Aspects residing within Legendary Items, all of which hold immense significance for the enigmatic Twisting Blades Rogue build. Should your quest for these coveted artifacts prove fruitless, fret not! The sacred knowledge of the Codex of Power shall lend a helping hand, albeit with slightly diminished prowess. Behold the art of alchemy, where lesser Legendary Items surrender their precious Aspects to be transferred onto superior Rare Items, adorned with your desired attributes.

Gear Slot	Aspect Name	Aspect Power
Ranged Weapon (+100% bonus effect)	Bladedancer’s Aspect	Twisting Blades orbit for a short time after they return to you, dealing [10 – 15%] of Twisting Blades’ return damage per hit. Based on the distance the blades returned, the orbit damage increases up to [20 – 30%] of the return damage.
Amulet (+50 bonus effect)	Edgemaster’s Aspect	Skills deal up to [10 – 20%] increased damage based on your available Primary Resource when cast, receiving the maximum benefit while you have full Primary Resource.
Dual-Wielded Weapons, Rings or Gloves	Aspect of the Expectant	Attacking enemies with a Basic Skill increases the damage of your next Core Skill cast by [5 – 10%], up to 30%.
Dual-Wielded Weapons, Rings or Gloves	Rapid Aspect	Basic Skills gain [15 – 30%] Attack Speed.
Dual-Wielded Weapons, Rings or Gloves	Accelerating Aspect	Critical Strikes with Core Skills increase your Attack Speed by [15 – 25%] for 3 seconds.
Dual-Wielded Weapons, Rings or Gloves	Aspect of Retribution	Distant enemies have a 8% chance to be Stunned for 2 seconds when they hit you. You deal [20 – 40%] increased damage to Stunned enemies.
Dual-Wielded Weapons (replaced by Condemnation)	Vengeful Aspect	Lucky Hit: Making an enemy Vulnerable has up to a [30 – 50%] chance to grant 3% increased Critical Strike Chance for 3 seconds, up to 9%.
Helm or Chest	Exploiter’s Aspect	You have 20% increased Crowd Control Duration. While enemies are Unstoppable, you deal [20 – 50%] increased damage to them.
Helm, Chest or Pants	Aspect of Might	Basic Skills grant 20% Damage Reduction for [2 – 6] seconds
Helm, Chest or Pants	Cheat’s Aspect	You take [15 – 25%] less damage from Crowd Controlled enemies. Whenever a Crowd Controlled enemy deals direct damage to you, gain 15% Movement Speed for 2 seconds.
Boots	Ravager’s Aspect	Shadow Step has an additional Charge. Killing an enemy with Shadow Step refunds a Charge and increases the damage of Shadow Step by [1 – 6%] for 2 seconds, up to [5 – 30%].

Unique Items

Condemnation

Rewritten Unique Condemnation Impact – Unleash the true power of your Core Skills as they unleash a devastating [20 – 40%] surge in damage when 3 Combo Points are spent. Harness the weapon’s prowess and tap into a 30% probability of generating 3 Combo Points with every Skill employed.

The exceptional Dagger seamlessly harmonizes with the Combo Points build, amplifying damage to a whole new level.

Gems

Behold, presented below are the finest Jewels to embed within equipment for every slot category, perfectly tailored for the enigmatic Twisting Blades Rogue configuration.

Lethal Armament: The Emerald, Inflicting Devastating Strikes on Exposed Foes.

Life at its fullest, adorned with a majestic Ruby Armor.

Armor with a Macabre Twist: Skull Jewelry.

Elixirs and Health Potions

Embark on a journey to the Alchemist residing in bustling towns, where the art of concocting magical Elixirs awaits. These potent potions bestow upon you a temporary boon, enhancing your stats and facilitating swift growth for half an hour. As you traverse the vast expanse of the world, keep a keen eye out for the bountiful flora and gather the essential ingredients required for crafting. These botanical treasures may manifest unexpectedly, adding an element of surprise to your quest. Imbibe a specialized Elixir that aligns with your needs, be it fortifying your defenses with Resistance or bolstering your prowess with the electrifying Assault Elixir, which grants a remarkable 7% increase in Attack Speed.

Unlock the path to the Alchemist’s realm once you attain the majestic levels of 20, 30, 45, 60, 70, 80, and 90. Embrace the enchanting elixirs that await, as they hold the key to bolstering your vitality and ensuring your very existence.