Diablo 4 Best Goblin Farm Routes, Locations & Tricks (Season 9)

The March of the Goblins event returns in Diablo 4 Season 9 with a week of non-stop goblin hunting, but with one notable change: the Goblin Statue is currently missing from Kyovashad. Fortunately, progress for goblin-related rewards and tracking your goblin kills still works, so you can take full advantage of the increased spawn rates and valuable loot. This guide covers the latest farming methods, route updates, and the most efficient ways to maximize your haul during the event.

Diablo 4 Best Goblin Event Farm Guide (Season 9)

The Diablo 4 Season 9 Goblin Event, known as the "March of the Goblins," is an exciting in-game event that significantly increases the spawn rate of Treasure Goblins and introduces new goblin variants.

Event Start & End Time

• The event runs from July 29, 2025, at 10 AM PST to August 5, 2025, at 10 AM PDT. After this, goblin spawn rates will return to normal, but the new goblin types introduced in earlier events will remain.

Statue Update:

• In previous seasons, you could track reputation and rewards at the Goblin Statue in Kyovashad. For Season 9, the statue is missing, but event progress and tracking still function. Continue hunting goblins and interacting with Greed Shrines for event rewards.

Should You Farm Goblins This Week in Diablo 4 Season 9?

Absolutely. The event brings some of the best loot opportunities of the season. With goblin spawn rates ramped up everywhere in Sanctuary, including dungeons, and Greed Shrines multiplying goblin appearances, it’s a perfect time to gather mythic rewards, gold, crafting materials, and more. Farming is repeatable and efficient, letting you accumulate as much loot as you have time for.

Best Treasure Goblin Farm Routes & Methods

A well-planned route is key for farming goblins. After extensive testing, open world locations like Nantu, PvP zones, and Greed Shrine farming are the most effective. Here are the top routes based on efficiency and goblin spawn rates:

Route 1: Treasure Breach Nightmare Dungeon Farming (Highest Goblin Density)

Running Nightmare Dungeons with the rare “Treasure Breach” affix on the sigil, which massively increases goblin spawns (up to 30+ per dungeon).

Steps:

1. Acquire Treasure Breach Sigils: Run Nightmare Dungeons repeatedly; every completion rewards a random sigil, which may have the Treasure Breach affix. Run Escalating Nightmare Dungeons: each layer and the final boss can drop sigils, some with Treasure Breach affix. Salvage excess sigils for Sigil Powder (15 per), then craft new ones (costs 60 powder per sigil) for more chances. Whisper Caches and Helltide Chests can also drop Sigil Powder, but this is inefficient.

2. Speed Farm with Optimal Build: Use fast classes/builds (Evade Spirit, Teleport Sorcerer). Form a group for maximum efficiency (only one sigil needed to open per group).

3. Run the Dungeon: Complete the Treasure Breach dungeon, killing all goblins for loot. Repeat as long as you have Treasure Breach sigils.

Results & Efficiency:

• 30+ goblins per dungeon.

• Loot: Large amounts of Obols, Obducite, ancestral legendaries, and more.

• Warning: Treasure Breach sigils are extremely rare; may require hundreds of regular sigils to find one.

Pro Tips:

Not recommended as a primary method due to rarity. Salvage and craft sigils to maximize attempts. Farm in a group to conserve sigils.

Route 2: South Nahantu Open World Goblin Loop (Most Consistent Open World Route)

Roaming the South Nahantu region (Kurast Bazaar, Samuk) in the open world, using the map and mini-map to spot goblins.

Steps:

1. Teleport to Kurast Bazaar or Samuk: From Kurast Bazaar, go south. From Samuk, go east across the bridge.

2. Mount Up: Use your fastest mount; stack movement speed and cooldown reduction for spamming mount sprint. Sububo Mercenary equipped (increases goblin detection range on the map).

3. Farm the Loop: Continuously ride through the area, checking both the mini-map and the world map every 5–10 seconds to spot goblins. As soon as a goblin is spotted, dismount and kill it, then resume the search. Make the most of Greed Shrines: if found, slay monsters nearby to spawn extra goblins. If goblin density drops, reset the route or move to another region.

4. Repeat: Route is highly repeatable, especially during the goblin event.

Results:

2–3 goblins per minute is common. Greed Shrines can spawn up to 5 additional goblins each.

Pro Tip:

Open world is less crowded than Helltide or PvP zones. Mount build is fastest unless you have a super-speed farming build (like perma-teleport Sorcerer). Turn off Crossplay for more solo instances and less competition.

Route 3: Ked Bardu/Farobru Coastline Route

Ride along the coastline starting from Farobru, following a set path to maximize goblin encounters.

Steps:

1. Teleport to Farobru.

2. Mount Up: Stack mount movement speed and cooldown reduction. Equip Sububo Mercenary for better goblin visibility.

3. Follow the Coastline: Head out along the coastline, listening and looking for goblins. Check the mini-map and world map frequently. If you spot or hear a goblin, dismount, kill, and resume.

4. Repeat: Once at the end of the route, return to the starting point or reset the instance.

Results:

Consistent goblin spawns; exact numbers depend on the event and RNG.

Pro Tip:

Movement speed and cooldown reduction on gear boost efficiency. Always check for Greed Shrines along the route.

Route 4: South Hawezar Coastline Route

A similar method to the Ked Bardu route, but focused on the southern Hawezar coastline.

Steps:

1. Teleport to a southern Hawezar waypoint.

2. Ride the coast, looking and listening for goblins.

3. Check for Greed Shrines and goblins on the map, kill, and continue.

Results:

Similar to other open-world routes; goblin density is good during the event.

Pro Tip: 

Mount speed and cooldown reduction are key. Greed Shrines can multiply goblin spawns.

Route 5: Kurast Bazaar Crossplay Reset Trick (Solo Instance Resetting)

Forcing a fresh instance by toggling crossplay, allowing repeated goblin farming in Kurast Bazaar, Nahantu.

Steps:

1. Start in Kurast Bazaar (Nahantu).

2. Run the Route: Start at the bottom of the area, moving upward and hitting known goblin spawn points and Greed Shrines. Loop back.

3. Reset the Instance: Open Settings → Toggle Crossplay Off → Apply. Wait a few seconds, then Toggle Crossplay On. This refreshes the instance, respawning goblins and shrines.

4. Repeat: Farm goblins and shrines on each fresh instance.

Results:

50+ goblins in 20 minutes (~2.5 goblins per minute). Works best solo (to avoid competition).

Pro Tip: 

Use the mini-map trick to detect goblins up to five screens away. Track goblins per minute to optimize your loop. Avoid high-traffic or PvP zones for maximum efficiency.

Route 6: General Open World Goblin Hunting

Roam any open world region, repeatedly checking the map and mini-map for goblin icons.

Steps:

1. Go to your preferred region (Nahantu, Hawezar, etc.).

2. Mount up, check the map every few seconds for goblin icons.

3. Kill goblins as you find them, repeat.

Results:

2+ goblins per minute is common during the event.

Pro Tip: 

Sorcerer builds with permanent teleport are fastest. Mount builds are almost as fast. Turn off crossplay for more solo instances. Avoid Hell Tide zones (too crowded).

Which Route is Best for You?

Best Goblin Farm Locations

Not all areas are equally effective for goblin farming. Here are the most efficient locations:

1. Nahantu Region (Top Choice for Goblin Density)

✅ Best for: High monster density, great for Greed Shrine activations
✅ Why Farm Here?

Nahantu Region has large enemy clusters that increase Greed Shrine effectiveness. There are fewer players compared to Hell Tide zones, reducing goblin competition. It has high goblin spawn rate, with some players reporting 40 goblins in an hour. What's more, it is good for solo or group play.

✅ Recommended Strategy:

Mount up and ride through the region, scanning for goblins. If you find a Greed Shrine, activate it and kill as many enemies as possible to spawn goblins. Reset the zone by teleporting out and back to refresh goblin spawns.

2. Kurast Bazaar (Best Consistent Goblin Spawn Rate)

✅ Best for: Reliable goblin spawns, easy farming
✅ Why Farm Here?

Goblins spawn frequently in Kurast Bazaar, even when no Helltide is active. Subo the Mercenary can reveal goblins from a greater distance. Farming here is straightforward, with minimal interruptions.

✅ Recommended Strategy:

Activate Subo the Mercenary to detect goblins from farther away. Ride through the area, pressing Tab to spot goblins beyond the mini-map range. If you're in a group, spread out to maximize goblin detection.

3. PvP Zones (Lower Competition, Good Goblin Spawns)

✅ Best for: Farming goblins without interference from other players
✅ Why Farm Here?

Fewer players means less competition for goblins. Goblin spawn rates are decent, with occasional Greed Shrines. Turning off crossplay can further reduce competition.

✅ Recommended Strategy:

Ride through both PvP zones, scanning for goblins. If you find a Greed Shrine, eliminate enemies quickly to spawn goblins. Teleport between zones to reset spawns efficiently.

4. Horror Frost Demise Dungeon (Best for Greed Shrine Resets)

✅ Best for: Dungeon resets, maximizing Greed Shrine activations
✅ Why Farm Here?

Every dungeon run contains at least one shrine. Greed Shrines can spawn multiple goblins per activation. Fast and efficient for players willing to reset dungeons.

✅ Recommended Strategy:

Enter the dungeon and run past enemies until you find a shrine. If it’s a Greed Shrine, activate it and kill enemies to spawn goblins. If it’s not a Greed Shrine, exit and reset the dungeon. Repeat the process for consistent goblin farming.

While dungeon farming can be effective, it is less consistent than open-world farming due to the randomized shrine spawns.

Best Goblin Farm Tricks

Different strategies can yield better results depending on your approach. Here are the top methods to maximize your goblin farming efficiency:

1. Use the Mini-Map Trick (Most Efficient Way to Track Goblins)

This method allows you to spot goblins long before they appear on the mini-map, letting you cover more ground efficiently. It’s especially useful in high-traffic areas where goblins may be taken by other players before you reach them.

✅ How To Farm:

• Press "Tab" while on horseback to scan for goblins from a greater distance.

• This trick reveals goblins up to five screens away, even before they appear on the mini-map.

• Subu the Mercenary enhances goblin detection further.

2. Prioritize Greed Shrines (Highest Goblin Spawn Rate Per Minute)

Greed Shrines provide one of the fastest ways to generate goblins, often spawning multiple goblins from a single activation. This method is reliable and repeatable, making it a great strategy for farming large numbers of goblins in a short time.

✅ How To Farm:

• Greed Shrines spawn goblins when monsters are killed nearby.

• The more enemies you kill while the shrine is active, the more goblins appear.

Pro Tip: If you find a Greed Shrine in an open-world area, stay close and let other players activate it for additional goblin spawns.

3. Dungeon Reset Strategy (Best for Consistency & Fast Goblin Farming)

By farming dungeons with guaranteed shrine spawns, you remove the randomness of open-world farming, ensuring a steady supply of goblins. This method works exceptionally well for players who prefer structured, repeatable farming without relying on luck.

✅ How To Farm:

• Enter a goblin-friendly dungeon like Horror Frost Demise or Sarat’s Lair.

• Run straight to the shrine—if it’s not a Greed Shrine, reset the dungeon.

• If it is a Greed Shrine, activate it and clear the area.

• Reset and repeat for consistent goblin spawns.

4. Reset the World to Refresh Goblins

Resetting your world instance eliminates downtime, allowing you to keep farming goblins without waiting for respawns. This method is especially useful in high-density farming spots, ensuring you always have new goblins to hunt.

✅ How To Farm:

• After completing a full farming loop, teleport to town and reload the instance.

• This refreshes goblins, shrines, and enemy spawns in areas like Nantu and Kuas Bazaar.

Pro Tip: Combine this with the Mini-Map Trick to quickly scan for goblins after resetting.

5. Group Farming for Maximum Goblin Spawns

Farming in a group dramatically increases efficiency, as multiple players can scout different areas, find shrines faster, and maximize goblin generation. This method is ideal for fast reputation gains and shared loot opportunities.

✅ How To Farm:

• Farm in a group to cover multiple locations simultaneously.

• If one player finds a Greed Shrine, they call the group over for maximum goblin spawns.

Pro Tip: If playing solo, farm in areas where other players are active to benefit from their shrine activations.