Diablo 4's Season 8 brings several changes that have shifted the overall balance of power, slowed down build performance, and increased the difficulty of pushing high-end content like Torment 4 and the Pit. With nerfs hitting hard, especially to some of the strongest builds from past seasons, progression feels slower and more demanding. If you want to keep up and stay competitive, two key priorities will make a big difference: unlocking more Paragon levels and mastering your gear.

This article focuses on the second goal—masterworking. It's a vital component of gearing up for late-game content. To masterwork your gear effectively in Season 8, you'll need two essential resources: Diablo IV gold and Obducite. While gold has always been a staple resource in Diablo 4, Obducite is now more important than ever.

Let's break down everything you need to know about Obducite farming in Diablo 4 Season 8, including the best solo and group methods, what content to run, and how to optimize your farming efficiency.

What Is Obducite and Why Do You Need It?

Obducite is a vital crafting material used in the process of masterworking your gear. This system allows you to enhance item stats and add more power to your build by improving gear quality beyond its original limits.

In past seasons, Obducite was relatively easy to come by. However, in Season 8, with the nerf to several speed-clearing builds and a generally slower pace of gameplay, collecting Obducite has become more of a grind. Still, with the right strategies, you can farm large amounts in a reasonable timeframe.

You have two main options for collecting Obducite: running Nightmare Dungeons solo or farming Infernal Hordes in a group. There's also a method involving the Undercity Tribute of Refinement, which is a hybrid method tied to farming Aether and converting it into Obducite.

Solo Farming: Nightmare Dungeons

If you prefer playing solo or your build isn't tuned for group synergy, Nightmare Dungeons are your best bet for reliable and consistent Obducite farming.

How Effective Are Nightmare Dungeons?

Nightmare Dungeons are a solid and repeatable source of Obducite. The amount you get depends on dungeon type, layout, and how fast you can clear it. On average:

· Lower-yield dungeons (faster clears): around 1,300 Obducite per run. These can be completed in just a couple of minutes.

· Higher-yield dungeons (longer clears): up to 2,500–3,000 Obducite per run. These may take around 5 minutes, depending on your build and the dungeon layout.

Even if your build isn't optimized for speed, the amount of Obducite earned per time invested is still quite respectable.

Best Nightmare Dungeons for Obducite

Some dungeons are better suited for farming due to their layout, mob density, and event frequency. Here are some of the most popular and efficient dungeons for Obducite farming:

· Dead Man's Dredge

· The Hive

· Uldur's Cave

· Hoarfrost Demise (a fan favorite)

These dungeons are valued because they're straightforward to navigate, have good enemy density, and don't require too many backtracking routes.

Bonus Tips for Nightmare Dungeon Farming

· Shrines and Events: The amount of Obducite you receive can increase based on shrine buffs (especially cursed shrines) and whether you complete optional events within the dungeon.

· Speed Upgrades: Focus on optimizing movement speed, crowd control, and AoE damage. Even builds not tuned for speed can benefit from tweaks to clear dungeons faster.

· Personal Enjoyment: If you find yourself bored by repetitive boss runs or seasonal events, Nightmare Dungeons can offer a fun and efficient solo alternative.

Group Farming: Infernal Hordes and Aether Conversion

If you're open to group content and want to maximize your Obducite per hour, Infernal Hordes offer the best raw returns, especially when played with a coordinated group.

The Aether-to-Obducite Strategy

Infernal Hordes reward Aether, which can be converted into Obducite. The more Aether you earn in a run, the more Obducite you receive at the end.

· Solo Farming Aether: A well-played solo run where you collect around 500 Aether might yield about 4,000 Obducite after conversion.

· Group Farming Aether: In a strong group, especially one with high-clearing speed classes like Sorceress or Death Trap Rogues, you can reach 800–900 Aether, translating to 6,000–7,000 Obducite per 10-wave run.

This makes group farming by far the most effective method if your goal is raw material efficiency.

Requirements for Group Farming

· Finding a Good Group: To get the best results, it helps to team up with players who are geared, experienced, and can quickly clear waves.

· Class Synergy: Builds that excel at area damage and control (like Sorceress) are excellent for maximizing Aether gains.

· Repetition: Be prepared to run multiple sets of Infernal Hordes, which can be a bit repetitive, but the rewards are worth it.

If you don't mind the repetition and have a reliable party, Infernal Hordes are hands down the best way to stockpile Obducite quickly.

Alternative Method: Tribute of Refinement

There's one more way to get Obducite, and that's through Undercity – Tribute of Refinement runs. These offer a flat reward of around 2,000 Obducite per run, which is solid, but comes with a caveat.

The Downside

You'll need to obtain or farm Tribute of Refinement keys, which either drop randomly or are acquired by converting Aether earned in Infernal Hordes. This makes the Tribute method somewhat dependent on Infernal Horde farming anyway.

So while it's a good supplement, it's not likely to be your primary source unless you're already farming Infernal Hordes for Aether.

Summary: Best Farming Method Depends on Your Playstyle

Here's a quick breakdown of which farming method suits what kind of player:

Farming Method Best For Obducite/Run Pros Cons

Nightmare Dungeons Solo players, casual farming, build testing 1,300–3,000 Fun solo content, easy to access Slightly slower per run

Infernal Hordes (Group) Min-maxers, efficient farming, social players 6,000–7,000 Highest yield, fast runs in groups Repetitive, needs group coordination

Tribute of Refinement Supplementary method, additional sources of loot ~2,000 Consistent, predictable rewards Requires Aether and access keys

Final Thoughts on Season 8 Obducite Farming

Season 8 of Diablo 4 has presented players with a slower meta, but that doesn't mean progress has to come to a halt. With the importance of masterworking higher than ever, Obducite becomes one of the most valuable resources in the game right now.

If you enjoy playing solo or want a more relaxed pace, Nightmare Dungeons are still a great option, especially if you run efficient dungeons like Hoarfrost Demise or The Hive. On the other hand, if you're aiming to farm large amounts of Diablo 4 Obducite quickly, group Infernal Hordes will deliver the best results as long as you can find the right party.

Whatever method you choose, keep in mind that Obducite farming is an ongoing process. There's no one-size-fits-all solution, and what works best for you will depend on your playstyle, build strength, and time availability.