Paladins have several ways to fight back when enemies attack, and some builds focus on punishing foes automatically.
Herald of Zakarum is a Unique Shield that gives Paladins a higher chance for Retribution to trigger, letting Thorns pulses hit nearby enemies in response to damage.
Equipping this shield also boosts core stats like Strength, Armor, and Resistance, making it useful for tanky builds that want both survivability and reactive offense.
Herald of Zakarum Affixes
- +[489 – 526] Maximum Life
- +[327 – 441] Armor
- +[31.5 – 45.0]% Chance for Retribution to Deal Double Damage
- +[2 – 3] to Core Skills
Herald of Zakarum Unique Power
Equipping the Herald of Zakarum provides [20 – 50]%[x] increased Strength, Resistance, Armor, and Retribution Chance.
Herald of Zakarum Effects
Herald of Zakarum’s special effect provides a certain increase in Strength for offense as well as Resistance and Armor for defense.
This is a decent addition for tanky builds, especially those that utilize Thorns Damage, which is tied to Retribution.
Retribution provides a chance for Paladins to deal pulses of damage to nearby enemies, which is based on the Thorns Stat.
This gives Paladins who utilize Retribution, which often comes from the Clash Basic Skill with the Punishment upgrade.
Herald of Zakarum Uses
Besides dealing Thorns Damage to attackers, Herald of Zakarum also boosts the ranks of the Paladin’s Core Skills.
This Unique Shield is primarily used in Retribution Builds, increasing the chance for the effect to trigger more often.
Equipping other items that add Thorns Damage, such as Razorplate chest armor, synergizes well with the Herald of Zakarum.
By relying on Retribution to stay active, this shield enhances both survivability and offensive potential simultaneously.
How To Get Herald of Zakarum?
Herald of Zakarum can be found in a variety of loot sources, including enemy drops, chests, and activities, though it can also appear randomly as you explore Sanctuary.
The following bosses have a good chance to drop the Herald of Zaraum:
- Grigoire
- Duriel
- Andariel
- Harbinger of Hatred
Verdict
Herald of Zakarum is ideal for Paladins who rely on Retribution, allowing them to apply Thorns damage in multiple ways during combat.
It provides a strong combination of offense and defense, letting your Paladin deal substantial damage alongside other skills and effects in any encounter.
When paired with Thorns-focused gear, the shield increases both the frequency and impact of Retribution pulses, making it a powerful tool for reactive combat.
