The Warlock is the Summoner class of Halls of Torment, and you unlock it by defeating the Wyrm Queen in Ember Grounds.
In this guide, I will showcase the best Warlock build in Halls of Torment showcasing the best traits, abilities, and items that you should prioritize.
The Warlock’s primary weapon is a summoned unit that flies straight at enemies, damaging them. Its attacks track opponents and have a limited lifespan.
There are many class options and so many things to try as you go, for some inspiration check out our guide on the best Sorcerer build in Halls of Torment.
Warlock Stats
The Warlock has an interesting playstyle where his main attack may be sort of weak at first but by the end, it will decimate everything.
| HP | 350 |
| HP Regen | 0.0/s |
| Defense | 5 |
| Block Strength | 0% |
| Damage | 50 |
| Range | 7.0m |
| Area/Size | 0.1m |
| Attack Speed | 0.8/s |
| Critical Hit Chance | 0% |
| Critical Hit Damage | 0% |
| Piercing | 40 |
| Projectiles | 1.00 |
| Movement Speed | 5.0m/s |
| XP Gain | 100% |
| Pickup Range | 3.0m |
Based on those stats, let’s examine the best Warlock build that utilizes everything to its full potential.
Best Warlock Traits in Halls of Torment
After gaining a level, players will be able to choose a trait that affects the character’s stats.
These traits are random, so it is not always possible to get the ones you would like to activate.
If given such an opportunity, go for traits that increase attack speed, critical damage, and additional attacks.
When it comes to traits, you want to prioritize the following ones on Warlock:
- Quick Hands: 8% faster attack
- Strength: 10% more damage
- Channeling: +8% Duration
- Weapon Proficiency I (Enhancement): +20% Duration (Main Weapon)
- Weapon Proficiency I (Sacrifice): +20 Base Damage (Main Weapon), -1s Duration (Main Weapon)
Your main weapon cannot deal Critical Hits, because the Warlock critical stat has a bonus of 0%. This will make it impossible for you to deal Critical Hits, even if you increase the critical damage as the base stat will remain 0.
Best Warlock Abilities in Halls of Torment
As for Abilities, the best ones for the Warlock are the following:
- Summon Golems: Summon a clay golem that moves slowly and has a short but wide attack. It can start rolling and damage all enemies in its way. It always rolls back towards you.
- Lightning Strike: Strikes random enemies with lightning, and stuns surrounding enemies around the target. Hit enemies get electrified.
A very good ability that harmonizes beautifully with the Warlock’s traits is Summon Golem. Because just like the summoned units of your main weapon, it goes after enemies and always comes back to you for better crowd control.
Best Warlock Items in Halls of Torment
Lastly, the best Warlock items involve anything that spawns more units on the map, as well as Attack Speed, and Pick-Up Range.
- Longfinger Gloves: +80% Pick-Up Range
- Wind Crown: 1% attack speed for 5s for each killed enemy ( up to 50% attack speed ).
- Necromancers Clutch: Every 15 seconds, you summon a Skeleton to fight for you. They will perish after a set time, but their life force will be extended. Can handle 5 summons at a time.
- Demonic Bond: Every 5 seconds, you summon an imp to fight by your side. They will be gone after a set time which can be extended. Can handle 5 summons at a time.
While playing the Warlock you will want to stack as many Duration up effects, as well as effects that give you summons. Since the whole playstyle revolves around them, the more the merrier.
Keep in mind to always think about your position, as well as the position of your summons to be at a safe distance.
Final Thoughts
The Warlock, as well as the summoning playstyle, can be one of the more fun and rewarding ways to play. It’s more luck reliant than other builds, but where is the fun if luck isn’t involved?
Magic and summons can be fun and all, but how are you supposed to play a good old-fashioned rogue character, check out our guide on the best Archer build in Halls of Torment.
Now that you know the best Warlock Build in Halls of Torment, and how to best utilize the summons, let us all know in the comments down below if you enjoy the Warlock playstyle, and if you feel that the game implements it well.
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