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Ritualist
Power DPS

Ritualist power dps variation for Fractals, reviewed against current community recommendations and tuned for the mode's equipment, utility, and encounter priorities.

Difficulty MediumRating 5/5Mode Fractals
Published Aug 08, 2026Reviewed August 8, 2026Fractals · June 2, 2026 balanceExpansion required Visions of Eternity
Community review layerCross-checked recommendationsHardstuckMetaBattle
  • Reach 150 agony resistance for Tier 4 and challenge-mode progression.
  • Adapt utility for instabilities, projectile control, stability, reflects, and fast breakbars.
Build difficultyMedium

Pros +

  • Reliable area pressure
  • Strong control tools
  • Good defensive utility
  • Berserker equipment profile
  • Fractals ready

Cons −

  • Fields need stationary targets
  • Setup is slower than direct burst
  • Timing still affects performance
AttributesBerserker profile
Power2,715Toughness1,000Vitality1,000Precision2,165Critical Chance72.52%Ferocity1,390Critical Damage242.66%Condition Damage0Healing Power0Expertise0Concentration0Boon Duration0.00%

Loadout

Gear

Berserker equipment · Scholar runes · Force and Impact sigils. This loadout is arranged by equipment group so every stat, upgrade, and weapon set is easy to scan.

ArmorStat & upgrade
Helm armorBerserker's Helm+63 Power+45 Precision+45 FerocityAscended · ArmorBerserker's Helm Superior Rune of the Scholar · 1/6Superior Rune of the Scholar(1): +25 Power(2): +35 Ferocity(3): +50 Power(4): +65 Ferocity(5): +100 Power(6): +125 FerocityExoticUpgrade ComponentElement: BrillianceDouble-click to apply to a piece of armor.Required Level: 60Account Bound65 copper
Shoulders armorBerserker's Shoulders+47 Power+34 Precision+34 FerocityAscended · ArmorBerserker's Shoulders Superior Rune of the Scholar · 2/6Superior Rune of the Scholar(1): +25 Power(2): +35 Ferocity(3): +50 Power(4): +65 Ferocity(5): +100 Power(6): +125 FerocityExoticUpgrade ComponentElement: BrillianceDouble-click to apply to a piece of armor.Required Level: 60Account Bound65 copper
Coat armorBerserker's Coat+141 Power+101 Precision+101 FerocityAscended · ArmorBerserker's Coat Superior Rune of the Scholar · 3/6Superior Rune of the Scholar(1): +25 Power(2): +35 Ferocity(3): +50 Power(4): +65 Ferocity(5): +100 Power(6): +125 FerocityExoticUpgrade ComponentElement: BrillianceDouble-click to apply to a piece of armor.Required Level: 60Account Bound65 copper
Gloves armorBerserker's Gloves+47 Power+34 Precision+34 FerocityAscended · ArmorBerserker's Gloves Superior Rune of the Scholar · 4/6Superior Rune of the Scholar(1): +25 Power(2): +35 Ferocity(3): +50 Power(4): +65 Ferocity(5): +100 Power(6): +125 FerocityExoticUpgrade ComponentElement: BrillianceDouble-click to apply to a piece of armor.Required Level: 60Account Bound65 copper
Leggings armorBerserker's Leggings+94 Power+67 Precision+67 FerocityAscended · ArmorBerserker's Leggings Superior Rune of the Scholar · 5/6Superior Rune of the Scholar(1): +25 Power(2): +35 Ferocity(3): +50 Power(4): +65 Ferocity(5): +100 Power(6): +125 FerocityExoticUpgrade ComponentElement: BrillianceDouble-click to apply to a piece of armor.Required Level: 60Account Bound65 copper
Boots armorBerserker's Boots+47 Power+34 Precision+34 FerocityAscended · ArmorBerserker's Boots Superior Rune of the Scholar · 6/6Superior Rune of the Scholar(1): +25 Power(2): +35 Ferocity(3): +50 Power(4): +65 Ferocity(5): +100 Power(6): +125 FerocityExoticUpgrade ComponentElement: BrillianceDouble-click to apply to a piece of armor.Required Level: 60Account Bound65 copper
ItemStat
Berserker's BackpieceBerserker's Backpiece+63 Power+40 Precision+40 FerocityAd InfinitumAccount BoundAscended · BackpieceBerserker's Backpiece
Berserker's AccessoryBerserker's Accessory+110 Power+74 Precision+74 FerocityBlack Ice EarringAccount BoundAscended · AccessoryBerserker's Accessory
Berserker's AccessoryBerserker's Accessory+110 Power+74 Precision+74 FerocitySparking Petrified WoodAccount BoundAscended · AccessoryBerserker's Accessory
Berserker's AmuletBerserker's Amulet+157 Power+108 Precision+108 FerocityBlood Ruby PendantAccount BoundAscended · AmuletBerserker's Amulet
Berserker's RingBerserker's Ring+126 Power+85 Precision+85 FerocityBlack Ice BandAccount BoundAscended · RingBerserker's Ring
Berserker's RingBerserker's Ring+126 Power+85 Precision+85 FerocityBlood Ruby BandAccount BoundAscended · RingBerserker's Ring
Relic of the ThiefRelic of the ThiefIncrease strike damage after using a skill with a recharge.ExoticRelicType: Combat relicRequired Level: 60Account BoundRelic of the Thief Relic
Weapons & extrasSelection
Primary weapon set
GreatswordBerserker's Greatsword+251 Power+179 Precision+179 FerocityAscended · Two-Handed WeaponBerserker's Greatsword Two-Handed Superior Sigil of ForceSuperior Sigil of Force+5% DamageExoticUpgrade ComponentElement: EnhancementDouble-click to apply to a weapon.Required Level: 60Account Bound2 silver · 16 copper
Secondary weapon set
SpearBerserker's Spear+251 Power+179 Precision+179 FerocityAscended · Two-Handed WeaponBerserker's Spear Two-Handed Superior Sigil of ForceSuperior Sigil of Force+5% DamageExoticUpgrade ComponentElement: EnhancementDouble-click to apply to a weapon.Required Level: 60Account Bound2 silver · 16 copper
Other items
Agony infusionMighty +9 Agony Infusion+5 Power · +9 Agony ResistanceEquipped quantity: 18AscendedUpgrade ComponentType: InfusionRequired Level: 80Account BoundInfusions ×18Mighty +9 Agony Infusion
Bowl of Sweet and Spicy Butternut Squash SoupBowl of Sweet and Spicy Butternut Squash Soup+100 Power+70 Ferocity+10% Experience from KillsAscendedConsumableType: Food · NourishmentRequired Level: 80Account BoundFoodBowl of Sweet and Spicy Butternut Squash Soup
Superior Sharpening StoneSuperior Sharpening StoneGain Power equal to 3% of PrecisionGain Power equal to 6% of FerocityAscendedConsumableType: Utility · EnhancementRequired Level: 80Account BoundUtilitySuperior Sharpening Stone
Jade Bot CoreJade Bot Core: Tier 10+235 VitalityPower your jade bot and increase your character's vitality.ExoticJade Bot CoreType: Tier 10Required Level: 80Account BoundJade Bot CoreTier 10 · +235 Vitality

Combat configuration

Traits & Skills

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Skill bar

Recommended setupFractals · Power DPS

Skill notes

Encounter setup

Place Ancestor's Grasp inside the main burst window and follow with Ritualist skill 6 when the target is stable. Keep Ritual Circle available if incoming pressure would interrupt the sequence.

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Selected skill reference

  • Ritual CircleHeal
  • Ancestor's GraspUtility
  • Grave CovenantUtility
  • Ritualist skill 4Utility
  • Ritualist skill 5Utility
  • Ritualist skill 6Elite

Combat execution

Rotation & Field Notes

Priority systemRepeatable combat loopFractals
Weapon planAGreatswordBSpear
  1. 01SetupStage the breakbar

    Set the ritual circle under the priority target, then apply pressure while it remains inside the field.

    Ritual CircleAncestor's GraspGrave Covenant
    Save control for the bar
  2. 02CommitBurst under exposed

    Use Ancestor's Grasp for a control window or to keep enemies inside the damage zone.

    Ancestor's GraspGrave CovenantRitualist skill 4
    Spend during exposed
  3. 03ResetMove into the next pull

    Preserve Grave Covenant for defense or a key finish rather than minor damage.

    Grave CovenantRitualist skill 4Ritualist skill 5
    Adapt to instabilities
Return to step one when the main profession resource and weapon sequence are ready.