Uncover the Secrets of Diablo 4's Forgotten Altars and Lost Powers
The Season of the Maelstrom in Diablo 4 introduces Witchcraft Powers, accessed through a new questline. These potent abilities are categorized into Eldritch, Psyche, and Growth & Decay, each representing a distinct facet of occult magic. Unlocking these powers requires favor with The Coven, earned by completing missions and gathering Restless Rot.
This favor allows you to upgrade Altars near the Tree of Whispers. While most players focus on these main Altars, a more elusive type exists: Forgotten Altars. These hidden sanctuaries bestow Lost Powers, significantly enhancing your character's capabilities. However, their location is not fixed; they randomly appear within Sanctuary's dungeons.
This necessitates some exploration, but the season's questline often leads you through dungeons, minimizing extra effort. The rewards are substantial; Lost Powers are among the game's most potent abilities.
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All Lost Powers in Diablo 4
Finding all Forgotten Altars unlocks the following Lost Powers:
| Name | Power |
| Breath of the Coven | Using any Witchcraft Effect (Eldritch, Psyche, Growth & Decay) that deals damage or applies Crowd Control boosts Attack Speed by X for 10 seconds, stacking once per effect. At Rank 8: 40% Lucky Hit chance when bonuses from all three effects are active. |
| Hex Specialization | Increases the potency of your Hex Effects by X. At Rank 10: 10% increased Critical Strike Chance against Hexed enemies. |
| Aura Specialization | Increases the size of your Aura Effects by X. At Rank 10: 50% increased Critical Strike Damage against enemies within your Aura. |
| Piranhado | When an enemy is affected by both a Hex and an Aura, a Piranhado is summoned, dealing X Physical damage over 12 seconds and pulling in nearby foes. Occurs once every 20 seconds. At Rank 5: Piranhado actively seeks nearby enemies. |
Remember, once unlocked, Witchcraft Powers can be upgraded using Restless Rot in your inventory. Complete quests diligently to amass the necessary resources.
This guide covers the Forgotten Altars (and their Lost Powers) in Diablo 4. For assistance locating other in-game landmarks, consult our guide on Lilith's Altars.
Diablo 4 is currently available on PC, Xbox, and PlayStation.
