Whirlwind Assassin Build Guide
Whirlwind Assassin dual-wields claws and spins through enemies. Combines Assassin trap support with the Barbarian signature attack.
Overview
The Whirlwind Assassin dual-wields claws and spins through enemies using the Whirlwind skill granted by chaos runewords or other sources. Combining Assassin trap support with the Barbarian's signature attack creates an unconventional but functional hybrid.
Strengths and Weaknesses
Strengths
- Whirlwind covers large areas
- Dual claw bonuses apply
- Can combine with trap support
- Unique cross-class mechanic
Weaknesses
Skill Allocation
View the complete skill point distribution for this build in the interactive skill calculator.
Equip Chaos runeword claws to gain the Whirlwind skill, then spin through enemies dual-wielding. Place Lightning Sentries before engaging to combine trap damage with Whirlwind physical damage. The dual-claw setup lets you benefit from both claw skill bonuses simultaneously. Venom adds poison damage to every Whirlwind hit. Use Mind Blast for crowd control when needed.
Chaos runeword claw (grants Whirlwind) in the main hand. Fury or another strong runeword claw in the offhand. Enigma for Teleport. Guillaume's Face for Crushing Blow. Gore Rider boots for additional CB and Deadly Strike. Stack attack speed and physical damage.
Strength for gear. Dexterity for claw requirements and block. Everything else into Vitality.