As one of the core endgame objectives in Diablo 4 Season 11: Divine Intervention, Azmodan's Greater Hoard offers lucrative rewards-from Legendary Diablo 4 Items and Nightmare Dungeon Keys to rare Divine Gifts and even Mythic Uniques. However, unlocking and completing this objective requires understanding Azmodan's mechanics, farming essential materials, and mastering efficient strategies. This guide breaks down every step to help you conquer the Lord of Sin's hoard and maximize your loot gains.

1. What Is Azmodan's Greater Hoard?

Azmodan's Greater Hoard is a high-tier seasonal objective tied to Diablo 4's Season 11 invasion Demon Invasion mechanic. Unlike basic loot chests, this hoard is exclusive to players who defeat Azmodan in his World Boss or Invasion variants and collect the required key item: Corrupted Tongue of Azmodan.

The Greater Hoard is distinct from Azmodan's regular loot drops. It acts as a "bonus chest" that unlocks after defeating the World Boss version of Azmodan, requiring specific materials to open. Its rewards are significantly better than standard drops, making it a top priority for endgame progression.

2. Prerequisites to Unlock Azmodan's Greater Hoard

Before you can access the Greater Hoard, you need to meet two key requirements: reach the appropriate difficulty and collect Corrupted Tongues of Azmodan.

First, you must play on Torment I difficulty or higher. Azmodan's World Boss variant-required to spawn the Greater Hoard-only appears on Torment difficulties, so ensure your character is strong enough to handle the increased enemy power.

Second, you need Corrupted Tongues of Azmodan. This rare, season-exclusive item is the "key" to opening the hoard. Unlike other seasonal materials, it cannot be crafted, sold, or stored-you must carry it with you to use it immediately after defeating Azmodan.

3. How to Farm Corrupted Tongue of Azmodan

Farming Corrupted Tongues is the most time-consuming part of the objective, but there are efficient methods to speed up the process. The only way to obtain them is by defeating Azmodan in his invasion encounters or as a World Boss.

The best location to farm Corrupted Tongues is the Fields of Desecration, east of Zarb Inzet in Hawe Zar. Here, Azmodan's invasion event spawns regularly, allowing you to summon him repeatedly using corrupted essences from lesser evils.

Each defeat of Azmodan (whether in invasion or World Boss form) has a chance to drop one Corrupted Tongue-drops are not guaranteed, so you'll need to farm consistently. You can also get Tongues by killing Bartuc in Hordes or from chests in the Forge, though these methods are less reliable than defeating Azmodan directly.

For solo players, an efficient trick is to lower the difficulty to Normal when farming invasion Azmodan. While each kill only grants 5 essence experience, you can秒杀 him quickly, farming 200+ essence per hour and increasing your chance of Tongue drops over time.

4. Locating and Defeating Azmodan (World Boss Variant)

Once you have Corrupted Tongues, you need to find and defeat Azmodan's World Boss variant-this is the only version that spawns the Greater Hoard after death. Unlike the invasion variant, the World Boss Azmodan follows a rotation schedule with other endgame bosses.

You can track Azmodan's World Boss spawn time using in-game notifications or third-party tools. When he spawns, he will appear in the Fields of Desecration, marked by a large icon on your map. He functions like other World Bosses, allowing nearby players to join the fight-teaming up is recommended, as he has powerful AoE attacks and summons minions.

To defeat Azmodan efficiently, follow these tactics: stay on the move to avoid his ground slams and lava circles, stay close to him during his flame breath (the safest spot), and prioritize killing his summoned minions to avoid being overrun. Melee classes should distance themselves when a large circle appears around him, as this signals a devastating AoE slam.

5. Opening Azmodan's Greater Hoard

After defeating the World Boss Azmodan, the Greater Hoard chest will spawn near his corpse. This chest is distinct from regular loot chests-look for a glowing, corrupted chest with Azmodan's insignia.

To open it, simply interact with the chest. The game will automatically consume all Corrupted Tongues in your inventory-there is no minimum number required, but more Tongues do not increase the loot quality. However, collecting 5 Tongues is recommended to maximize your chances of rare drops, as some sources suggest this is the "optimal" number for consistent rewards.

Note that the Greater Hoard has a limited duration-be sure to collect your loot immediately after opening it, as rewards will disappear if left unclaimed for too long. Also, only the World Boss variant spawns this chest; the invasion variant of Azmodan will not trigger the Greater Hoard, even if you have Tongues.

6. Rewards of Azmodan's Greater Hoard

The Greater Hoard is one of the most rewarding objectives in Season 11, offering a mix of endgame materials and high-tier gear. Here's what you can expect to find:

Legendary and Ancestral items are guaranteed, with a high chance of rolling max item power (925) and perfect stat ranges. You'll also get a large number of Nightmare Dungeon Keys-essential for farming Glyphs and additional loot-and crafting cheap Diablo 4 materials like Forgotten Souls and Scattered Prisms.

The biggest draw is the chance to obtain Divine Gifts and Mythic Uniques. Divine Gifts can be slotted into your Seasonal panel to unlock additional bonuses, while Mythic Uniques are the most powerful items in the game, offering game-changing affixes.

For players following the Season 11 progression loop, the Greater Hoard is a key part of the cycle: farm Tongues, defeat Azmodan, open the hoard for Keys, run Nightmare Dungeons for materials, and repeat to continuously upgrade your character.

7. Common Mistakes to Avoid

Even experienced players make mistakes when pursuing Azmodan's Greater Hoard. Here are the most common pitfalls to steer clear of:

Confusing Azmodan's variants: Remember that only the World Boss variant spawns the Greater Hoard. Killing the invasion variant will get you Tongues but no chest, so always check the boss type before fighting.

Wasting Corrupted Tongues: Since Tongues are consumed automatically when opening the hoard, don't carry them unless you're ready to fight the World Boss. They cannot be stored, so you'll lose them if you die without using them.

Ignoring group play: Azmodan's World Boss variant is tough solo. Teaming up with other players increases your survival chance and speeds up the fight, allowing you to farm the Greater Hoard more efficiently. Each additional party member also increases the chance of extra Unique drops.

Final Tips for Success

To master Azmodan's Greater Hoard, focus on efficiency. Farm Tongues on Normal difficulty to speed up kills, track World Boss spawn times to avoid waiting, and prioritize upgrading your character's damage and survivability to handle Torment difficulties.

If you're struggling to defeat Azmodan, consider using builds optimized for AoE damage and crowd control-classes like the Sorcerer or Barbarian excel at clearing his minions and dealing consistent damage to the boss.

With patience and the right strategy, Azmodan's Greater Hoard will become a reliable source of endgame loot, helping you complete your Season 11 journey and become one of Sanctuary's strongest defenders. Now grab your weapons, farm those Tongues, and claim the Lord of Sin's treasure.