Barb Rebirth: Phantom Gallery Guide

Class Change: From Monk to Barbarian

Sometimes, a class just doesn't feel right. For ECHO, the Monk, despite its reputation for PvP strength, simply wasn't enjoyable. They felt like they were struggling to enjoy the class. The playstyle didn't align with their preferences, which tend towards the Crusader and Barbarian. It's a good reminder that not all classes suit every player. While trying new things is important, sticking to what feels comfortable can increase your enjoyment of the game.

ECHO decided to switch back to the Barbarian, a class they were familiar with. The decision to move was also partly to test the class after the recent nerf of Undying Rage, a crucial skill. The Barbarian class was recently updated, and that update impacted how the class could be played in PvP situations. ECHO was curious if the Barbarian was still worth using for PvP or not. This change highlights the need to adapt to game updates and test how they impact your playstyle.

Unlocking the Phantom Gallery's Full Potential

The Phantom Gallery is a limited-time event in Diablo Immortal that rewards players for spending orbs. This event isn't for free-to-play gamers because you need to spend orbs to participate. However, if you're a player who accumulates orbs, this event offers the best value for them, unless you want to buy cosmetics. It offers gem power, legendary crests, and the chance to get specific legendary gems, so it is useful to understand how the event works before participating.

Here’s how you can make the most of the Phantom Gallery:

• Save your orbs: This is the best place to spend them if you are not interested in the store cosmetics. This is especially important because platinum does not offer the best value.
• Focus on the chests: The chests allow you to select the gem type you need, which means you can increase the stars on your gems faster.
• Beware the two-star gem trap: The early chests reward two-star gems, not two-out-of-five star gems. Don't be fooled into thinking that you're getting a big bonus from this. The top chests are the ones you want to aim for.
• Aim for four-star gems: Rank four gems are important to get to because they unlock awakened slots.

ECHO was able to get a four-star Roiling Consequence gem by using this strategy, going from two two-star gems to a four-star gem. This highlights the power of understanding game systems and utilizing them to your advantage. ECHO spent about 3,500 orbs on the event. In the in-game shop, 3,500 orbs costs around $50. This shows that the event can deliver more value for your money than some other options. It's crucial to be aware of the value of the items you are purchasing so that you can get the best results for the money.

Maximizing Gem Power with Progressive Upgrades

A change to progressive gem upgrades means you can now instantly increase a gem's star level by using a higher star level gem during the upgrade. Before, you had to wait for the complete upgrade to gain the star boost. Now, it’s immediate. This means you can quickly get the star power boosts you want if you have the right gems.

ECHO also explains that they earned Polished Jades during the event, and these can be used to further upgrade your gems. While they can be converted into platinum at the end of the event, the return is not great, and it would be better to spend them upgrading your lower star gems instead. This helps make sure that you aren't losing any progress that you could be making in the game. So, look to upgrade your gems instead of exchanging them for platinum at the end of the event.

Setting the Record Straight on Misquotes

It's important to get your information directly from the source. ECHO explains that they were misquoted in content from other channels. In a recent interview, the guest was Mr. W and not their regular whale friend, NighTime. This situation highlights why you should always verify information by going back to the original source, instead of getting news from third-party videos.

Back to Barbarian Farming

With the class change complete, ECHO is excited to go back to Barbarian farming. They are also able to equip a new cosmetic for their Barbarian and are excited to get back into the game. After not enjoying farming with the Monk, this is a positive change for ECHO. This brings ECHO back to the comfort zone and a more enjoyable gameplay experience.