To acquire Astral Pillar in Season 9, players must finish the Bearing the Weight of Ghosts mission – part of the seasonal campaign following The Embers Yet Smolder. Initiate this objective by interacting with Bryona in Cerrigar. The challenge involves venturing into a Nightmare Dungeon, defeating hordes of foes, and locating a Horadric Strongroom. Vanquish the final guardian to obtain a Blood Relic, which must be returned to Bryona to obtain the spell.

Acquiring Astral Pillar in Season 9

This defensive spell becomes even more potent through Arcanas and Infusions, enabling freeze effects, stun capabilities, enemy execution mechanics, and mobility enhancements. The pillar’s versatility makes it essential for survivability-focused builds, especially when facing overwhelming enemy numbers.

This Catalyst-type ability generates an Ethereal Column that provokes nearby enemies for 3 seconds. As foes converge, pulsating energy waves inflict 13,704 damage. The construct persists until replaced or abandoned, offering strategic crowd control and damage potential during intense combat situations.

Season 9 of Diablo IV introduces fresh build possibilities through innovative Horadric spells and Unique items. Among these additions, Astral Pillar emerges as a game-changing defensive tool, combining crowd manipulation with environmental damage capabilities.