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Diablo 4: Vessel of Hatred (D4)

Varshan Location and Unique Drops

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★ NEW: Season 10 Guide | Season 10 Release Date
┗ Seasonal Content: Chaos Rifts | New Uniques
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★ Check out our Vessel of Hatred expansion guide

The Echo of Varshan is one of the Ladder endgame bosses in Diablo 4. Read on to learn about Varshan's unique drops and rewards, Varshan's location, how to summon Varshan, and how to beat Varshan!

Varshan Location and How to Summon

Malignant Burrow, Hawezar


The Interactive Map both shows the location of key points on the map, and doubles as a collectible checker.

  1. Click an icon on the right side to show all the pins of a specific type, or click the magnifying glass button to search for a specific pin by name.
  2. Click a pin on the map to see its name and description, and a relevant picture or video if available.
  3. From here, click Mark as Acquired to indicate that you've gotten a collectible already. This will change its icon on the map to show that it has been collected, and add 1 to that pin type's Counter.
  4. To undo this, click on the same pin and click Restore to unclaimed.
  5. To check how many pins you have marked so far, check the Counter in the bottom left, and click the icon that looks like a checklist to see counters for all pin types.
  6. If the collected pins start to get in the way, you can hide them all by clicking the green Show Pins button on the left side.
Icon How to Use
Name Button.png Show Names
This button reveals the Name of every icon currently shown.
Show Pins Button.png Show Pins
This button will toggle between showing and hiding all the pins which you have already marked as acquired.
Full Button.png Fullscreen
This button will change the map display to fill the screen.
Search Button.png Search Mode Toggle
This button will display a searchbar which you can use to search for an individual pin by its name.
Icon Mode Button.png Icon Mode Toggle
In Search Mode, this button will toggle you back to Icon Mode, removing the search bar and displaying the icons again.
All Pins Button.png All Pins
This button is shown along with the Icons on the right when there are over 6 types of pins. Click it for a full selection of all available pin types.
Interactive Map Counter.png Counter
Tracks the number of pins you have of a certain type. The pin type shown is set to the page and currently cannot be changed; however, all pin type counters can be viewed by clicking the checklist icon on the right side.
Interactive Map View All Counters.png View All Counters
This icon is found on the right side of the Counter. When a map has more than one pin type, click this icon to see Counters for all pin types.
Diablo 4 - Zoom In Zoom Out Icons.png Zoom In / Zoom Out
This icon is found on the top left side of the map. You can press these buttons, or use your scroll wheel while hovering, to Zoom In and Out of the interactive map.

Echo of Varshan can be found on any Torment difficulty inside the Malignant Burrow in The Writhing Mire, which is located beside the Tree of Whispers in the Hawezar region. Like all other Ladder Bosses, it is available on either the Eternal Realm or the Seasonal Realm.

Other Lair Boss Locations

List of Lair Boss Locations
Dungeon Boss
Ancient's Seat Lord Zir
Malignant Burrow Echo of Varshan
Hall of the Penitent Grigoire
Glacial Fissure The Beast in the Ice
Gaping Crevasse Duriel
Hanged Man's Hall Andariel
Fields of Judgement Urivar
Harbinger's Den Harbinger of Hatred
Palace of the Deceiver Belial

How to Summon Varshan

Simply interact with the Summoning Altar to begin the fight against Varshan. As of Season 8, all Lair Bosses are now free to summon. However, to gain the Varshan's rewards, you must open the Varshan's Hoard using 12 Malignant Hearts.

How to Get Malignant Hearts

Varshan Unique Drops and Rewards

Varshan Unique Item Drops

Class Unique
All Classes Shattered Vow
Shroud of False Death
Heir of Perdition
Shard of Verathiel
Yen's Blessing
Tyrael’s Might
Paingorger's Gauntlets
Banished Lord's Talisman
Soulbrand
X'Fal's Corroded Signet
Godslayer Crown
Ahavarion Spear of Lycander
The Grandfather
Temerity
Ring of Starless Skies
Razorplate
Penitent Greaves
Mother's Embrace
Melted Heart of Selig
Harlequin Crest
Frostburn
Fists of Fate
Doombringer
Andariel's Visage
Barbarian Twin Strikes
Ring of Red Furor
Azurewrath
Gohr's Devastating Grips
Fields of Crimson
100,000 Steps
Rogue Writhing Band of Trickery
Skyhunter
Eyes in the Dark
Condemnation
Druid Rotting Lightbringer (New)
Airidah’s Inexorable Will
Vasily's Prayer
Mad Wolf's Glee
Greatstaff of the Crone
Necromancer Gospel of the Devotee
Ring of the Sacrilegious Soul
Greaves of the Empty Tomb
Deathspeaker's Pendant
Deathless Visage
Bloodless Scream
Blood Artisan's Cuirass
Black River
Sorcerer Strike of Stormhorn
Starfall Coronet
Tal Rasha’s Iridescent Loop
The Oculus
Staff of Endless Rage
Raiment of the Infinite
Gloves of the Illuminator
Esu's Heirloom
Spiritborn Balazan's Maxtlatl (New)
Sunbird’s Gorget
Sunstained War-Crozier
Nesekem, The Herald
Protection of the Prime
Loyalty's Mantle
Craze of the Dead God
Ring of the Midday Hunt
Ring of Writhing Moon

All Boss Ladder and Uber Boss Loot Tables

Malignant Rings

Diablo 4 - Malignant Rings

You can also get Malignant Rings from defeating the Echo of Varshan. These rings are based on the Malignant Powers from the Season of the Malignant, and they will be available in both the Seasonal and Eternal Realm.

List of Malignant Rings and How to Get

Shard of Agony

Shard of Agony,

Defeating Echo of Varshan rewards players with the Shard of Agony, a Lair Boss Key used to open the hoard of Duriel, the King of Maggots. In total, you need three Shards of Agony to open the hoard chest at the Gaping Crevasse in Kehjistan.

How to Get Shard of Agony

Stygian Stone

Stygian Stones
Aside from the usual drops, you can also obtain specific Stygian Stones from opening the hoard after defeating Echo of Varshan. These are mostly used at the Alchemist to convert them into other Lair Boss Keys such as Pincushioned Doll, Shard of Agony, and Abhorrent Heart.

How to Get Stygian Stones

Mythic Unique Drops

Mythic Unique Equipment
AndarielAndariel's Visage DoombringerDoombringer Harlequin CrestHarlequin Crest
Melted Heart of SeligMelted Heart of Selig Ring of Starless SkiesRing of Starless Skies The GrandfatherThe Grandfather
Ahavarion Spear of LycanderAhavarion Spear of Lycander Tyrael’s MightTyrael’s Might Heir of PerditionHeir of Perdition
Shroud of False DeathShroud of False Death Shattered VowShattered Vow Nesekem, The HeraldNesekem, The Herald

Varshan's Hoard has a chance to drop Mythic Uniques by default. Additionally, opening Varshan's Hoard also has a chance to drop multiple Mythic Uniques!

If you are interested in target farming Mythic Unique Items, repeatedly defeating any of the Ladder and Uber Bosses is an effective strategy.

List of Mythic Uniques

The Flesh-Weld Rod Trophy Cosmetic

The Flesh Weld Rod Trophy
In addition to the Unique Items and the Mucus-Slick Egg that can drop from the Echo of Varshan, you can also obtain a cosmetic trophy called the Flesh-Weld Rod by defeating him.

All Mount Trophies

How to Beat Varshan

Varshan Tips and Strategies





Optimize Build and Gear

Diablo 4 - Optimize Your Gear

Before taking on the new seasonal boss, it is recommended to optimize your build and gear for maximum DPS and survivability.

Varshan has devastating attacks, especially in higher World Tiers. Try to upgrade your equipment and invest in defenses before taking on Varshan.

Best Builds for PvE and PvP

Party Up with Other Players

Diablo 4 - Party Up with Other Players

Form a party with other players for more DPS. Not only will the encounter end much quicker, you will also have the benefit of the increased EXP.

It is recommended to fight Varshan as a party in higher difficulties as it is not uncommon to get one-shot. Other players can revive you if you are downed, and they can take some heat off you, allowing you to heal or wait for cooldowns.

Party Bonuses and Group Scaling Explained

Craft Elixirs of Poison Resistance

Diablo 4 - Craft Elixirs of Poison Resistance

Varshan can inflict Poison, so it is recommended to craft some Elixirs of Poison Resistance so you do not find yourself chugging Healing Potions constantly. Elixirs can be crafted at the Alchemist in exchange for some materials.

List of All Consumables

Avoid Staying in Front of Varshan

Diablo 4 - Avoid Staying in Front of Varshan

Barring Varshan's Explosive Decay attack which hits in an AoE, all of Varshan's attacks hit directly in front. With this in mind, you can simply run to the side to save your evade for when you need it.

How to Evade

Use Crowd Control

Like all bosses, Varshan also has a Stagger Bar below its HP bar. Filling up the Stagger Bar by using crowd control Skills will open up a window for you to deal as much damage as possible.

How to Stagger Bosses

Dispatch Summons First

Diablo 4 - Quickly Dispatch Summons

At the start and during the encounter, Varshan will summon three minions. They pose a minor threat but Varshan will absorb them to gain a barrier, so you will need to eliminate the summons to damage Varshan.

Echo of Varshan Attack Patterns

Tendril Swipe

Varshan uses its tendrils to strike horizontally three times. Each strike does not deal much damage, but they add up if you get hit three times. This attack can be easily avoided by keeping your distance or getting behind Varshan. These attacks launch projectiles in a cone, extending its reach. Varshan can cancel it and use another attack. Do not get greedy with your attacks.

Tendril Stab

Similar to the previous attack, Varshan stabs directly in front using its tendrils three times. It has a longer reach but is easily avoided by stepping to the side. This attack can track players, launch projectiles, and can also be canceled into another attack. As with the previous move, do not overcommit to your attacks.

Tendril Lunge

Using its tendrils to pull itself, Varshan lunges and strikes at you. Varshan is a pretty immobile boss and uses this as a gap closer. Simply sidestep to dodge the attack. This attack deals more damage. This has a slight wind-up so you can easily sidestep it.

Explosive Decay

Varshan marks the ground and violently decays it with an explosion. This is Varshan's deadliest attack, and the AoE increases as the fight progresses. This attack explodes much quicker and has a bigger AoE. Always be ready with your evade or mobility Skills.

Diablo 4 Related Guides

Diablo 4 - Bosses

List of All Bosses

All Lair Bosses and Required Materials

Lair Boss Required Materials
Lord Zir Exquisite Blood x12
Echo of Varshan Malignant Heart x12
Grigoire Living Steel x12
The Beast in the Ice Distilled Fear x12
Urivar Judicator's Mask x12
Duriel Shard of Agony x3
Andariel Pincushioned Doll x3
Harbinger of Hatred Abhorrent Heart x3
Belial Betrayer's Husk x2

All Bosses By Type

Main Quest Bosses Stronghold Bosses
Dungeon Bosses Uber Bosses

All Bosses Per Region

Fractured Peaks Scosglen Dry Steppes
Kehjistan Hawezar Nahantu

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1 Anonymous Anonymous about 2 years

Varshan drops penitent greaves :)

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