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Cryptic Axe is usually bought as a harder-hitting mercenary base, trading attack speed for stronger base damage.
Cryptic Axe hits harder than faster polearms.
Ethereal versions are especially useful for Act 2 mercenaries.
The socket count decides whether it fits Insight, Infinity, Pride, or another runeword.
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