Diablo 2 Smite Paladin Build

Diablo 2 Lord of Destruction has 7 different character types players can choose from. But right now  were going to focus on one in general, the Paladin. The Paladin can be made to deal many different types of damage. But right now we are going to focus on a type of Paladin named the Smiter. Focusing on the specific skill, Smite. Smiter stun and knockback bosses that other not dare get near.

Equipment for your Smiter Paladin

Helm- Harlequin Crest (Unique Item) Very good for a smiter considering it grants +2 to all skills and also grants life and mana. Trust me as a smiter you'll need all the life you can get.

Armor/Chestpiece- Duress (Runeword Shael + Um + Thul) good for the resistances and enhanced defense. Most of all smiters need this for the faster hit recovery.

Shield(1)- Herald Of Zakarum (Unique Item) all around good shield for any paladin. good defense good resist. i strongly recommend putting an Um rune in it.

Shield(2)- Monarch Spirit(Runeword Tal + Thul + Ort + Amn) also a perfect secondary shield due to skill points and and resistances.

Weapon(1) -  Grief (Runeword Eth + Tir + Lo + Mal + Ral) increases damage of smite by 400 damage. Also increases attack speed and grants other good bonuses. Perfect for a smiter.

Weapon(2) - Flail Call To Arms(Runeword Amn + Ral + Mal + Ist + Ohm) is by far the best secondary weapon for any character. it allows any character to cast Battle Orders, Battle Command,  and Battle Cry. Those shouts grant +1 to skills and drastically increase your health and mana.

Belt- Verdungo's Hearty Cord (Unique item) is the best belt for a Smiter. It adds good life which increases survivability and also it decreases damage done to you by 15%. All around good belt for an Smiter.

Rings(both) - Raven Frost (Unique Item) Good attack rating and dexterity.

Amulet - Mara's Kaleidoscope(Unique Item) gives 1 to all skills and once again increases resistances and damage output of your paladin.

Boots - Sandstorm Treks(Unique Item) Gives good hit recovery bonus, also grants vitality and strength bonuses.

Gloves- Bloodfists (Unique Item) very good hit recovery and life. good for a smiter because smiters are usually getting hit more than most classes.

Skills to upgrade for maximum effeciency 

+20 Smite
+20 Holy Shield
+20 Fanaticism Aura


Rest in these options


Defiance
Charge
Resists Fire
Resist Lightning
Resist Cold

the rest can go into what ever you desire. Prerequisites will also take up a few skill points.

Stat Points

Now that we know what skills to max out for a Smiter, we must now go on to the stat points.

Strength = Enough to use all your gear. (NO MORE)

Dexterity = Enough for max block while Holy Shield is active.

Vitality = Rest of stats into this.

Energy = None

Inventory Items

What your going to want in your inventory is 9 Grand charms that grant +1 to Offensive Auras or Combat skills.

A hellfire torch that gives +3 to Paladin Skills, and an Annialus small charm that give resistances and +1 to all skills.

Conclusion

With all the gear above you should be able to bash all enemies into a corner and keep them at bay. While dishing out decent damage. Have fun with your smiter!

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Happy Smiting!