The Cranium Basher

In Diablo II Resurrected, The Cranium Basher is part of the Thunder Maul category and one of many unique Hammers in D2R. It is a relatively big item, taking 6 Blocks of space if you want to store it in the inventory or stash. Your character needs to reach at least the Required Level of 87 to carry this item. This Thunder Maul has a Strength Requirement of 253 before it can be used.
Please note that this Weapon is Two-Handed, so your character can not use an additional weapon or shield at the same time.

Stats and Properties

The Cranium Basher
Thunder Maul
Two-Hand Damage: 99 to 612
Durability: 60 of 60
Required Strength: 253
Required Level: 87
Mace Class - Normal Attack Speed
4% Chance to cast level 1 Amplify Damage on striking
Indestructible
+20% Increased Attack Speed
+200-240% Enhanced Damage
+20 damage
75% Chance of Crushing Blow
+25 to Strength
All Resistances +25
+50% Damage to Undead

Can The Cranium Basher be Upgraded?

This is already the elite version of this Hammer, so it cannot be upgraded any further. The normal version is called Great Maul, while the exceptional version is Martel de Fer.
Note: If this item can have sockets, you might be able to get some runes and get one of the runewords as a result - if you place them in the correct order. Have a look at our builds to find out which items make the most sense for the character you're currently playing.

What's the worth of The Cranium Basher? How can I trade it in D2R?

Below is a list of variations we can get for you from our network of trusted trade partners: