The Shael rune gives 20% Increased Attack Speed when inserted into a weapon. This trait is only found on Magic-quality jewels, not Rare. Starting at level 39, you can sometimes find the magic-quality Jewel of Fervor, which gives 15% IAS. Melee, Missile, and Thrown Weapons (25), Gloves (43) Melee, Missile, and Thrown Weapons (5), Gloves (20) The number following the item type indicates the minimum level needed to get this suffix on an item. These are normally found on Weapons, but can also be found on Gloves.

Some Rare items can have suffixes that give them increased attack speed. Realistically, that still gives plenty of options, since most high IAS options are found on weapons.

All other classes and specs can benefit from IAS on all other gear items. They can increased the IAS on a weapon by adding a Jewel of Fervor with IAS. Shapeshifted Werewolf and Werebear druids have a special restriction for IAS: they can only benefit from IAS when it's on a weapon. IAS is found on four types of items only: Increased Attack Speed (IAS) is a key breakpoint for melee-based characters who rely on delivering Physical damage to targets (this applies to Assassin traps as well) The fewer frames it takes to hit a target with a weapon, the faster your attack speed, so the more damage you can do in less time. Since IAS is more complicated than the other breakpoints, calculators are your best source for determining proper IAS breakpoints based on your class and equipment.īreakpoints in Diablo II: Resurrected IAS Calculator (Outside Link) You should also consult the build guides for your class and build to find out the target breakpoints for IAS. In this guide, we'll discuss what gearing options your melee characters have for increasing their attack speed, reducing animation frames and improving hit efficiency.įor more information about breakpoints, please see our guide. Welcome to Wowhead's guide to Gearing for Increased Attack Speed (IAS) Breakpoints in Diablo II: Resurrected Patch 2.7 & Ladder Season 4.

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