Torchlight Infinite is a free-to-play action RPG in the Torchlight series, designed as a cross-platform competitor to Path of Exile and Diablo. The Hero Trait system gives each character class multiple distinct build paths with unique skill modifications. Seasonal leagues rotate every 3 months with new mechanics, keeping the meta fresh. The Pact of Darkness crafting system offers deterministic gear crafting (choose what stats you want) as an alternative to pure RNG. Endgame revolves around the God of Hunting mode with escalating difficulty tiers for the best loot.
Your choice of equipment defines your damage output and playstyle. This guide ranks every major option, explains what makes each one strong, and tells you which builds they pair best with.
Equipment Rankings
| Equipment | Tier | Best For | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Legendary Focus Core | S | Gemma (Spellcaster) | Spellcaster off-hand that adds up to 200% spell damage with the right modifiers. |
| Divinity Slate | A | All builds (endgame) | Endgame crafting base that can hold up to 6 modifiers (normal items cap at 4). |
| Pact Ember | A | All builds | Special Ember type that adds conditional damage bonuses (e. |
| Legendary Two-Hander | B | Rehan (Berserker) | High base damage melee weapon essential for Rehan builds. |
| Season-Exclusive Unique | B | Build-specific, varies by season | Each season introduces unique items with build-defining effects. |
S-Tier: Legendary Focus Core
Spellcaster off-hand that adds up to 200% spell damage with the right modifiers. The single most impactful gear slot for Gemma builds. Pact of Darkness craft one with spell damage + cast speed + elemental penetration for endgame viability.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | S |
| Best For | Gemma (Spellcaster) |
| Key Mechanic | Hero Trait system |
| Recommended Build | Rehan (Berserker) |
How to get it: Available from mid-game onward. See our walkthrough for the exact progression point.
Best builds using Legendary Focus Core: Pairs naturally with Rehan (Berserker) thanks to stat scaling synergies.
A-Tier: Divinity Slate
Endgame crafting base that can hold up to 6 modifiers (normal items cap at 4). Divinity Slates drop from God of Hunting Torment 8+ and serve as the base for best-in-slot items. Extremely rare but defining for min-maxed characters.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | A |
| Best For | All builds (endgame) |
| Key Mechanic | Pact of Darkness crafting |
| Recommended Build | Gemma (Spellcaster) |
How to get it: Accessible in the early-to-mid game. Check our maps guide for the location.
Best builds using Divinity Slate: Pairs naturally with Gemma (Spellcaster) thanks to stat scaling synergies.
A-Tier: Pact Ember
Special Ember type that adds conditional damage bonuses (e.g., +30% damage against Elites, +20% when above 80% life). Stacking Pact Embers with synergistic conditions multiplies your effective DPS. Found in seasonal content.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | A |
| Best For | All builds |
| Key Mechanic | seasonal leagues |
| Recommended Build | Youga (Summoner) |
How to get it: Accessible in the early-to-mid game. Check our maps guide for the location.
Best builds using Pact Ember: Pairs naturally with Youga (Summoner) thanks to stat scaling synergies.
B-Tier: Legendary Two-Hander
High base damage melee weapon essential for Rehan builds. A perfect two-hander with Physical Damage, Attack Speed, and Critical Strike modifiers carries Berserker Rehan through Torment 12+. Craft with Pact of Darkness for targeted stats.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | B |
| Best For | Rehan (Berserker) |
| Key Mechanic | God of Hunting endgame |
| Recommended Build | Moto (Shieldbearer) |
How to get it: Found in later areas. Our walkthrough covers when you can access this.
Best builds using Legendary Two-Hander: Pairs naturally with Moto (Shieldbearer) thanks to stat scaling synergies.
B-Tier: Season-Exclusive Unique
Each season introduces unique items with build-defining effects. These uniques often enable entirely new playstyles not possible with regular items. Available only during their season, then added to the permanent pool at reduced drop rates.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | B |
| Best For | Build-specific, varies by season |
| Key Mechanic | Ember system |
| Recommended Build | Iris (Gunslinger) |
How to get it: Found in later areas. Our walkthrough covers when you can access this.
Best builds using Season-Exclusive Unique: Pairs naturally with Iris (Gunslinger) thanks to stat scaling synergies.
Equipment Progression Path
The order you should acquire equipment as you progress:
- Starting gear → Enough to clear Leptis
- Divinity Slate → Your first real upgrade, available early
- Pact Ember → Mid-game upgrade with good scaling
- Legendary Focus Core → Best-in-slot, aim for this by late game
- Upgrade to max → The power spike from max upgrades is enormous
Equipment Tips
- Always upgrade your primary equipment before diversifying — one strong option beats three mediocre ones.
- Match your equipment to your build's stat priorities for maximum scaling.
- Plan your Hero Trait path on a planner website before spending points — respeccing costs significant currency and wrong investments stall progression.
- Check our tier list for how equipment rankings affect overall build effectiveness.
More Torchlight Infinite Guides
- Torchlight Infinite Torchlight Infinite Overview
- Torchlight Infinite Best Builds
- Torchlight Infinite Tier List
- Torchlight Infinite Walkthrough
- Torchlight Infinite Beginner's Guide
- Torchlight Infinite Tips & Tricks
- Torchlight Infinite Combat Guide
- Torchlight Infinite Boss Guide
- Torchlight Infinite Maps & Locations
- Torchlight Infinite Crafting Guide
- Torchlight Infinite Classes & Characters
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