Intelligence

Intelligence is an AttributeAttributesStrength, Dexterity, and Intelligence are the 3 primary attributes. The most important use of Attributes is to meet requirements to use Equipment and Gems. Each Attribute provides a different inherent bonus. required to use most equipment that grants Energy ShieldEnergy ShieldEnergy Shield protects your Life by taking damage instead. Rapidly Recharges if you don't lose Energy Shield for a short time. Chaos damage removes twice as much Energy Shield. Damage from Bleeding and Poison bypasses Energy Shield to remove Life directly., as well as various spell-aligned Weapons and Skills. Intelligence provides an inherent bonus of +2 to maximum Mana per 1 Intelligence Intelligence does not grant damage to Skills or any other benefits except where specifically stated.