Fade

Fade is an Assassin Skill in Diablo II.

Lore
''An Assassin can will her physical being to shift partially into the astral planes. As her body becomes less substantial, she becomes less susceptible to the effects of elemental attacks and magical curses. ''

Synergies

 * Gives synergy to: None
 * Receives synergy from: None

This skill grants the user partial immunity to curses and increased resistances to elemental attacks. The Curse duration decrease also affects. To avoid this use Burst of Speed before using a shrine, then reapply Fade after the shrine's effects are no longer needed or run out. Fade and Burst of Speed do not stack. Casting one overrides the other.

Fade also provides Physical Resistance. The total physical resistance on the character is capped at 50%; this effect stacks with items that reduce damage reduction by a percentage, such as Verdungo's Hearty Cord or Stormshield.

Given its diminishing returns per point, it is not advisable to max out Fade, nor can it be a complete substitution for equipment with resistances. The hidden bonus to Physical resistance, though, does not suffer from diminishing returns. Characters of other classes can obtain Fade from the Treachery Rune Word or the Last Wish rune word. It is extremely powerful here due to its long duration and powerful defensive benefits--the long duration means that these items can be switched with other gear for a considerable amount of time after activating Fade, while still enjoying its benefits.

Skill Progression
Mana Cost: 10