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Sparking Status Effect in Diablo 4

An overview of the Sparking Status Effect in Diablo 4.

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Status Effect NameEffect Description
SparkingDeals Lightning Damage over Time

Sparking is an effect that applies lightning damage over time (DoT) to players or enemies by using certain skills or items.

Sorceress and Druid are the only classes using Lightning abilities. However, Boss Powers (Season 8 mechanic) can apply Lightning DoT, too.

How to Apply Sparking

Sparking can be applied by both the player and enemies. Some skills, items, and passives can cause this effect. Some Legendary Aspects can also enhance this effect.

Here are some examples of Skills or Passives related to the Sparking Status Effect:

  • Allek's TalonsAllek’s Talons Main Boss Power (Season 8): Casting a Basic Skill applies 200% Sparking damage over 4 seconds to enemies it hit.

How to Recognize Sparking

There are no distinct signs for this status effect.

Additional Information About Sparking

This page will be updated if there are any additional information learned about Sparking after the Season 8 update.

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