Carrion Wind

Carrion Wind is a unique ring in Diablo 2 Resurrected that combines defensive utility with crowd control through its signature 8% Chance to Cast Level 13 Twister On Striking and 10% Chance to Cast Level 10 Poison Nova When Struck. While not considered top-tier endgame gear, this ring serves specific builds where its proc-based damage and resistances provide tactical advantages in high-density farming areas.

Best Uses & Build Synergies

Carrion Wind shines brightest on fast-attacking melee builds that can trigger its on-striking effects consistently. Whirlwind Barbarians and Fury Druids benefit significantly from the constant stream of Twisters that create crowd control, stopping dangerous enemies like Stygian Dolls before they can explode. The randomly-generated tornado wall briefly stuns opponents and interrupts skill casting, providing unexpected defensive value.

Strafe Amazons and Zeal Paladins also make effective use of this ring when farming areas like Durance of Hate or Worldstone Keep, where the AoE poison damage from Nova helps clear monster packs. The 6-9% Life Stolen Per Hit provides reliable sustain for physical attackers, while +55% Poison Resist is particularly valuable in Act 5 and against certain unique monsters.

Practical Considerations

The ring's 10% Damage Taken Goes to Mana modifier offers niche utility for casters who struggle with mana sustainability, though most builds prefer dedicated mana-leech solutions. The +100-160 Defense vs. Missiles provides situational protection against ranged attackers but rarely justifies equipment slot priority.

Carrion Wind typically sees use as a temporary placeholder before acquiring endgame rings like Raven Frost or Bul-Kathos' Wedding Band. It remains a viable budget option for attack-based builds in early ladder seasons, offering both poison utility and crowd control at the modest requirement of level 60.

Availability & Value

This ring drops commonly from Hell difficulty bosses, with Andariel having the highest drop rate. Popular farming spots include The Pit, Ancient Tunnels, and standard boss runs (Mephisto, Diablo, Baal). Carrion Wind holds minimal trade value due to its common availability and niche applications, making it easily accessible for characters who can benefit from its unique proc mechanics.