How to Remove Socketed Gems in Diablo 4

Before we get into the nitty-gritty of removing socketed gems, let's take a moment to review what they are and how they work. Socketed gems are items that you can insert into certain pieces of gear, such as armor or weapons, to provide additional bonuses to your character. There are three types of socketed gems in Diablo 4: rubies (which increase damage), emeralds (which increase critical hit chance), and diamonds (which increase toughness). 

When you insert a gem into a socket, it will provide a bonus based on its type and level. Gems can be leveled up by combining three of the same type and level, which will create a higher-level gem with even better bonuses. However, once a gem is inserted into a socket, it can't be used elsewhere until it's removed.

The first method to remove socketed gems in Diablo 4 is to visit the Jeweler in the city of Kyovashad. Kyovashad is located in the northern part of the game world, and can be accessed by travelling through the Ashwold Cemetery and the Ashwold Woods.

Once you arrive in Kyovashad, head to the center of town to find the Jeweler NPC. They'll be standing near a workshop, and will have a sign above their head indicating their profession. Talk to the Jeweler and select the "Remove Gem" option from the dialogue menu.

From there, you'll be able to select the piece of gear that has the socketed gem you want to remove. The Jeweler will then remove the gem for you, but be aware that this service comes at a cost. The amount you'll need to pay depends on the quality of the gem you're removing, with higher quality gems costing more to remove.

Another method to remove socketed gems in Diablo 4 is to use the Blacksmith. The Blacksmith can be found in various towns throughout the game world, and can be identified by the anvil symbol above their head.

To remove a socketed gem using the Blacksmith, talk to them and select the "Salvage" option. From there, you'll be able to select the piece of gear that has the socketed gem you want to remove.

Be careful when using the "All Junk" option, as this will salvage all of your gear that is below a certain quality level. If you have other gear that you want to keep, make sure to manually select the piece of gear with the socketed gem and salvage it individually.

Now that you know how to remove socketed gems in Diablo 4, you might be wondering where to obtain gems in the first place. There are several ways to find or acquire gems in the game, including: