Diablo 4 Thorns Stat: Explained & How To Get

Thorns are one of the most offensive or attacking stat and one of the most harmful stat attributes in Diablo 4. The thorn is referred to as the damage given back to the Enemy when the player deals with the damage; some percentage of that damage is given back to the Enemy is called the Thorn damage. 

Here is how the Thorn effect works in Diablo 4:

How Do Thorns Work 

One important thing to understand is that Thorns do not create any sort of immunity against the Enemy’s damage. But it returns some of the damage to the Enemy. Sometimes Thorns may also not be very effective when the character is equipped with a lower health and defense pool, because it creates a lack of reduction capability in the Character, and it makes the Thorns less effective. However, Thorns will strike back, which will cause some damage to the Enemy in return, but it will help to assist with some of the damage.

How Do You Get Thorns

Considering the best Class and Stats you are playing in, you can also level up the Skills and upgrade the Gears with the best Aspects to use Thorns with better efficiency. For example, the sorcerer’s Spiked Armor skill grants you 16 Thorns. 

That’s why I find Thorns to be more effective when dealing with damage, especially when utilized by the tougher classes in Diablo 4, including Barbarian and Druid. These classes become even deadlier when Thorns are incorporated into their strategies.

All Classes That Inflict Thorn 

Thorns damage increases based on the primary abilities of the characters.

• Barbarian: Strength 
• Necromancer: Intelligence
• Druid: Willpower 
• Sorceress: Intelligence
• Rogue: Dexterity

These Classes use the full potential and equip the character with the full capabilities of the Thorn effect in Fights with bigger enemies. Additionally, when using the Barbarian’s Death Wish Aspect while in a state of Berserking, you also gain Thorns. 

In addition to all these abilities of Skills and Aspects, players can also make use of Thorns by enabling any gear with this stat, this makes the Thorns more powerful while facing the enemies. 

From Armor Set Pieces

Based on my gameplay experience, the following armor set pieces go very well with Thorns in Diablo 4.

• Razorplate
• Ring of Mendeln
• Rage of Harrogath

Thorns Skills And Aspects

Following is the list of Thorn Skills that you can utilize 

Additionally, here is a list of Thorn Aspects that you can use to your advantage: 

Harnessing the power of Thorns in Diablo 4 is a true game-changer. This passive, yet forceful ability delivers damage right back at the enemy, making it a compelling feature in your arsenal. Particularly effective with stronger classes such as the Barbarian and Druid, Thorns enhance their brutal capabilities, and add a layer of complexity to gameplay.

So, while navigating the dark corners of the Diablo universe, remember, that Thorns can turn your defensive moves into a fierce offensive strategy. Use wisely, and your character’s path through this grim world will be that much more victorious. Let the Thorns guide your way.

With this, I conclude my Diablo 4 Thorns guide, where I have listed every single possible detail about this stat you should not miss. While you’re at it, read the Diablo 4 tier list, Donan’s Favor Quest, Travelers Prayer, and best Solo Class guides.  

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