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Resistances: How They Work (Most Important Stat)

Cap is 80% - aim for it on everything. Difficulty penalties: -25% on Elite, -50% on Ultimate. Most deaths are resist problems.

Last updated: 2026-07-09
DETAILS
  • Check the 2nd tab of the character sheet (C).
  • -25% all resists on Elite, -50% total on Ultimate.
  • 'I suddenly die on Elite' = this.
  • Sources: gear affixes, components, faction augments, devotions.
  • Overcap protects against enemy resist reduction.
  • Priority: Aether / Chaos / Vitality first in late game.