Diablo 3 Downtime Paves Way for 1. 0. 4 Patch

Diablo III servers are currently down for maintenance and, when complete, will see the launch of the v1. 0. 4 patch bringing significant changes to the game. Included in the latest update is the new Paragon system that will provide level 60 players a significant endgame experience.

- New System added: Paragon LevelsAfter a player reaches level 60, killing monsters and diablo 3 gold completing combat challenge streaks (Killing Blow, Massacre, etc) will begin to award experience towards
- Paragon levels. There are 100 Paragon levelsEvery Paragon level will reward you with: Core stats such as Strength, Dexterity, Intelligence, and Vitality in amounts similar to what you'd gain from a normal level3% Magic Find and 3% Gold Find
- In addition, a distinctive border will surround your character portrait in the in-game party frame to denote your Paragon progression, with a new frame earned after every ten levels. Your Paragon level will also be visible to other players wherever your normal level is shown.

Source: mmosite