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Rapid Fire – Rogue Build for Diablo 4 (Season 8)

Lob exploding arrows with this pure Rapid Fire build!

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Rapid FireHeartseekerDashCold ImbuementConcealmentSmoke Grenade


Build Introduction

The Rapid Fire Rogue creates a laser beam of multiple arrows to snipe your foes. Each cast of Rapid FireRapid Fire hits multiple times to deal high single-target damage to the toughest enemies, while Scoundrel's KissScoundrel’s Kiss provides the necessary Area-of-Effect (AoE) explosions to clear groups of enemies.

This endgame build guide requires a Level 60 character and Scoundrel's KissScoundrel’s Kiss to enable Rapid FireRapid Fire to deal AoE damage. If you are starting a new Rogue character, check out the recommended Rogue leveling builds.

Check the build tier lists to see how this build compares to others on Icy Veins.


Strengths and Weaknesses

Strengths
  • Rapid Fire is modified to deal both single-target and AoE damage.
  • Plenty of Crowd Control from Stuns and Freezes
  • Fast paced and fun playstyle
Weaknesses
  • Build requires Scoundrel’s Kiss
  • Combo Point builds require rotations
  • Exploding arrows can be difficult to aim

Quick Navigation

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BiS Gear, Gems, and RunesParagon Board
Rotation and PlaystyleSeason Updates

Skill Bar and Skill Tree Points

Skill Bar Setup for the Rapid Fire Rogue (order does not matter)
Rapid FireRapid FireHeartseekerHeartseekerDashDashCold ImbuementCold ImbuementSmoke GrenadeSmoke GrenadeConcealmentConcealment

The Skill Tree above shows the full allocation of 71 Skill Points for the Rapid Fire Rogue build. Make sure you obtain the 12 Skill Points available from Renown.

Dark ShroudDark Shroud is not equipped on the Skill Bar. It is instead automatically activated by Umbrous AspectUmbrous Aspect.

If you want to see how everything plays out in combat, check out the Rotation and Playstyle section for a quick breakdown.


Rogue Class Mechanic – Specialization

Combo Points is the preferred Rogue Specialization for general farming due to the burst damage playstyle of the Rapid Fire Rogue. Build Combo Points with HeartseekerHeartseeker to unleash additional damage and arrows for Rapid FireRapid Fire.

Combo Points Rogue Diablo 4
Combo Points Are Counted Above the Skill Bar

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Boss Powers (Season 8)

In the Season of Belial’s Return (Season 8), equip the following Boss Powers to enhance this build.

Main: Beast in the Ice’s Sleet — After casting 3 Skills which apply Crowd Control or Stagger effects, shoot out sleet spikes that deal [800%] Cold damage and Freeze enemies for 2 seconds.

Modifier:

  • Liilth’s Wind of Hate: Hitting an Elite enemy with a Main Boss Power creates an inert Blister Clone with 10% of their Maximum Life for 15 seconds. Killing the Blister removes [2.1%] of the Elite’s Life. An Elite can have up to 1 Blister active at once, and a Boss can have up to 2 Blisters. Enemies with Resilience cannot spawn Blisters.
  • Sinerat’s Flames: Gain x [5%] increased damage to all Elements. For each 1% of an Element’s Resistance from bonuses, gain x0.2% increased damage for that Element, up to a maximum of x [15.5%].
  • Flesh Reaper’s Disruption: Gain x [5%] Vulnerable Damage, increased by x0.5% for each 1% of Crowd Control Duration Bonus you have, up to a maximum of x [10.5%].

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Mercenaries

Once the Den is unlocked during the main questline in the Vessel of Hatred expansion for Diablo 4, complete Mercenary key quests to acquire them. Hire a Mercenary and enlist a Reinforcement in the following setup.

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Season 8 Changes

A brief summary of the seasonal changes are provided below. For a complete overview of Season 8, take a look at the comprehensive season guide.

  • Fists of FateFists of Fate no longer applies random crowd controls.
  • Worldly FortuneWorldly Fortune can no longer apply any crowd control tempers.
  • Aspect of Concussive StrikesAspect of Concussive Strikes no longer provides increased damage.
  • Frostbitten AspectFrostbitten Aspect is now in the Offensive category.
  • Trick AttacksTrick Attacks
    • Previous: Dazing or Stunning an enemy increases your Critical Strike Chance by 2/4/6% and Critical Strike Damage by 2/4/6% for 5 seconds, up to 12/24/36%.
    • Now: Attempting to Daze or Stun an enemy increases your Critical Strike Chance by 1/2/3% and Critical Strike Damage by 1/2/3% for 8 seconds, up to 5/10/15%.

Navigation to Other Pages

BiS Gear, Gems, and RunesParagon Board
Rotation and PlaystyleSeason Updates

Changelog

  • April 26, 2025: Guide updated for Season 8 (Patch 2.2.0)
  • January 21, 2025: Guide updated for Season 7 (Patch 2.1.0).
  • October 4, 2024: Guide updated for Season 6 (Patch 2.0.2).
  • August 6, 2024: Guide updated for Season 5 (Patch 1.5.0).
  • May 22, 2024: Article changed to a pure Rapid Fire build. Moved the previous Dual Core Rapid Fire Flurry Rogue build guide to another page.
  • May 14, 2024: Guide updated for Season 4 (Patch 1.4.0).
  • January 22, 2024: Guide updated for Season 3 (Patch 1.3.0).
  • October 17, 2023: Guide updated for Season 2 (Patch 1.2.0).
  • July 18, 2023: Guide updated for Season 1.
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