For the magic prefix, see Ruby
Rubies are red gems, and are socketable items in Diablo II and Diablo III.
Diablo II
Like all other gems, Rubies grant bonuses that are related to their color. The red in Rubies signify the Elemental power of Fire. Socketing a ruby in Weaponry adds Fire damage, while Shields earn Fire resistance, and in Helms and Body Armor it increases life, which, in-game, is also associated with the color red.
Weapons: Adds Fire Damage
Shields: Adds Resistance to Fire
Helms and Body Armor: Adds to Maximum Life
| Gem | Level | Weapons | Shield | Helms/Body Armor |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Chipped
|
1 | 3-4 Fire Damage | 12% Resist Fire | +10 to Life |
Flawed
|
5 | 5-8 Fire Damage | 16% Resist Fire | +17 to Life |
Normal
|
12 | 8-12 Fire Damage | 22% Resist Fire | +24 to Life |
Flawless
|
15 | 10-16 Fire Damage | 28% Resist Fire | +31 to Life |
Perfect
|
18 | 15-20 Fire Damage | 40% Resist Fire | +38 to Life |
Diablo III
| Gem | Helm | Weapon | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
Chipped
|
Increases Experience Awarded per Kill by 5% | +3 Minimum Damage, +3 Maximum Damage | +6 Strength |
Flawed
|
Increases Experience Awarded per Kill by 7% | +6 Minimum Damage, +6 Maximum Damage | +10 Strength |
Regular
|
Increases Experience Awarded per Kill by 9% | +9 Minimum Damage, +9 Maximum Damage | +14 Strength |
Flawless
|
Increases Experience Awarded per Kill by 11% | +12 Minimum Damage, +12 Maximum Damage | +18 Strength |
Perfect
|
Increases Experience Awarded per Kill by 13% | +15 Minimum Damage, +15 Maximum Damage | +22 Strength |
Radiant
|
Increases Experience Awarded per Kill by 15% | +18 Minimum Damage, +18 Maximum Damage | +26 Strength |
Square
|
Increases Experience Awarded per Kill by 17% | +21 Minimum Damage, +21 Maximum Damage | +30 Strength |
Flawless Square
|
Increases Experience Awarded per Kill by 19% | +25 Minimum Damage, +25 Maximum Damage | +34 Strength |
Perfect Square
|
Increases Experience Awarded per Kill by 21% | +30 Minimum Damage, +30 Maximum Damage | +38 Strength |
Radiant Square
|
Increases Experience Awarded per Kill by 23% | +40 Minimum Damage, +40 Maximum Damage | +42 Strength |
Star
|
Increases Experience Awarded per Kill by 25% | +60 Minimum Damage, +60 Maximum Damage | +46 Strength |
Flawless Star
|
Increases Experience Awarded per Kill by 27% | +80 Minimum Damage, +80 Maximum Damage | +50 Strength |
Perfect Star
|
Increases Experience Awarded per Kill by 29% | +100 Minimum Damage, +100 Maximum Damage | +54 Strength |
Radiant Star
|
Increases Experience Awarded per Kill by 31% | +130 Minimum Damage, +130 Maximum Damage | +58 Strength |
Marquise
|
Increases Experience Awarded per Kill by 33% | +160 Minimum Damage, +160 Maximum Damage | +62 Strength |
Trivia
- The name "Ruby" is derived from the Greek word for "blood:" i.e. "Rubinus." Its etymology as a "blood stone" is reflected in game, in which the Ruby is associated with an increase to life.
