Uncover the Secrets of Diablo 4's Forgotten Altars and Lost Powers
The Season of the Maelstrom introduces Witchcraft Powers in Diablo 4, drawing inspiration from fantasy series like Harry Potter and Agatha All Along. Mastering these powers requires dedication, and a key element is discovering the elusive Forgotten Altars. This guide details how to locate these altars and the potent Lost Powers they unlock.
Unlocking Witchcraft's Potential
The Witchcraft power system features three core categories: Eldritch, Psyche, and Growth & Decay, each representing a distinct form of occult magic. To gain access to these abilities, you must earn the favor of The Coven by completing its missions, earning Restless Rot in the process. This currency is crucial for upgrading Altars near the Tree of Whispers. However, beyond the standard Altars lie the Forgotten Altars, offering unique Lost Powers.
The Challenge of Finding Forgotten Altars
Unlike the main Altars with fixed locations, Forgotten Altars appear randomly within Sanctuary's dungeons. This necessitates some exploration and dungeon grinding. Fortunately, the season's questline frequently leads you into dungeons, potentially minimizing extra effort. The rewards, however, are well worth the hunt, as Lost Powers are among the game's most powerful abilities.
All Lost Powers in Diablo 4
By diligently seeking out all Forgotten Altars, you'll reap significant rewards. The table below outlines each Lost Power and its effects:
| Name | Power |
| Breath of the Coven | Dealing damage or applying Crowd Control with any Witchcraft Effect boosts Attack Speed by X for 10 seconds, stacking once per unique effect (Eldritch, Psyche, Growth & Decay). At Rank 8: Gain 40% Lucky Hit chance when bonuses from all three are active. |
| Hex Specialization | Increases the potency of Hex Effects by X. At Rank 10: Increases Critical Strike Chance by 10% against Hexed enemies. |
| Aura Specialization | Increases the size of Aura Effects by X. At Rank 10: Increases Critical Strike Damage by 50% against enemies within Aura Effects. |
| Piranhado | When an enemy is afflicted by both a Hex and an Aura, a Piranhado is summoned, pulling enemies in and dealing X Physical damage over 12 seconds (once every 20 seconds). At Rank 5: Piranhado actively seeks nearby enemies. |
Remember, once unlocked, Witchcraft Powers can be upgraded in your inventory using Restless Rot. Complete as many Coven quests as possible to maximize your upgrade potential.
This concludes our guide to locating Forgotten Altars and their associated Lost Powers in Diablo 4. For assistance finding other locations, consult guides on the Altars of Lilith.
Diablo 4 is available now on PC, Xbox, and PlayStation.
