4 Sockets Thunder Maul – Ethereal

4 Sockets Thunder Maul – Ethereal is a high-damage two-handed base item in Diablo II: Resurrected, valued for its exceptional strength requirement and powerful runeword potential. As an ethereal version, it offers increased base damage, making it especially desirable for endgame melee builds and mercenary setups.

Base Item

Thunder Maul
Sockets: 4
Ethereal: Yes
Item Type: Two-Handed Mace

Overview

Thunder Mauls are among the highest damage melee bases in the game. When ethereal, their damage output is significantly increased, making them a top-tier choice for players looking to maximize physical damage. The 4 socket version allows for strong runeword combinations or custom socketing depending on the build.

Usage

This base is primarily used for high-end melee runewords or specialized builds that benefit from massive raw damage. Due to its high strength requirement, it is typically used in advanced setups or by mercenaries that can fully utilize its potential.

Why It’s Valuable

+ Extremely high base damage
+ Ethereal bonus increases damage further
+ Suitable for powerful runewords
+ Ideal for mercenary or niche melee builds