However, combining certain Runes in the correct order on normal rarity gear will transform the item into a powerful Runeword. On their own, Runes provide stat bonuses to gear. Runes in Diablo 2 each have names, like Nef, Tal, or Shael. Runes, however, have some additional properties that make them uniquely powerful. Each of these socketable items provides different stat bonuses depending on the type of gear they are socketed into. You can fill those sockets with Gems, Jewels, and Runes. In Diablo 2, many gear pieces will drop with one or more sockets.
