Arioc's Needle

Arioc's Needle is an elite unique Hyperion Spear that combines impressive offensive stats with +2-4 to All Skills, making it one of the few elite spears worth considering for both players and mercenaries in Diablo 2 Resurrected. This high-level weapon offers a potent mix of damage, deadly strike, and the coveted Ignore Target's Defense modifier.

Skill-Boosting Powerhouse

What distinguishes Arioc's Needle from other spears is its +2-4 to All Skills combined with 50% Deadly Strike and Ignore Target's Defense. The skills bonus makes it attractive for casters or hybrid builds who want to use a spear, while the Deadly Strike provides consistent double damage procs. With +180-230% Enhanced Damage and 30% Increased Attack Speed, it delivers solid physical damage alongside added poison damage over time.

Versatile Applications

Arioc's Needle works well for Amazon Fend or Jab builds that value the skills boost for their Lightning Strike or Charged Strike damage. The fast attack speed and guaranteed hit from ITD make it reliable against high-defense targets. For mercenaries, the combination of decent damage and attack speed makes it functional, though it lacks the utility of runewords like Insight or the raw damage of upgraded Hone Sundan. The level 81 requirement limits its accessibility to endgame characters only.

Niche Endgame Choice

While Arioc's Needle is one of the better elite unique spears, it still faces stiff competition from runewords and specialized weapons. Amazons typically prefer Titan's Revenge for javelins or Breath of the Dying for pure melee damage. The skills bonus is nice but not game-changing enough to overcome the superior utility of other options. Consider this spear if you find a good roll and want to experiment with spear builds, but don't expect it to rival top-tier runewords. It's a solid unique that serves specific builds but won't revolutionize your gameplay.