Runewords are some of the most effective items you can create when playing Diablo 2: Resurrected, although they do require quite some effort to accomplish D2R Ladder Items. It is first necessary to locate the proper runes to create the runeword. Then, you'll need the weapon, shield, or armor which is able to take the runeword. The item has to have an exact number of sockets to allow the runeword to work and the runes have to be placed in the socketed item in the appropriate order. The item must also be unadorned (white) or magic (blue) and rare (yellow) and unique (gold), along with set (green) items that have enough sockets won't work with runewords.

This is why it is important to take great caution when creating a term. Double-check to ensure that the item type is proper -for example, the Insight runeword is able to be made in staves or polearms, but not spears . Lastly, arrange the runes in the proper order prior to placing them in the item.

There are some nuances regarding weapon and armor to keep track of. "Body armor" only includes items worn on your torso. General "armor" includes shields, boots, gloves, helms, etc. Hammers can't be used in conjunction with maces' runewords. "Melee weapons" do not include guns that range, such as Crossbows, bows or even crossbows. Orbs also aren't melee weapons.

When you create runewords, a lot of have different stats that define how good of a roll you've created. A well-constructed runeword roll is always worth a lot more than an imperfect roll Diablo 2 Resurrected Items. The same way making the best runeword base (an item with sockets) possible is always recommended.