Holy
Healer
Applies Light's Vigil to a friendly target for 30 sec.
Final-row talent: Light's VigilExplore Holy talents →WORLD OF WARCRAFT: FOREVER · CLASS GUIDE
Paladin
Close combat, direct healing and protective support in distinct roles. Inspect the class guide for individual requirements and separate role paths.
- Roles
- Tank · Healer · Damage
- Resource
- Mana
- Armor
- Mail → Plate from level 40
- Weapons
- One-Handed Axes, Two-Handed Axes, One-Handed Maces, Two-Handed Maces, Polearms, One-Handed Swords, Two-Handed Swords
FIND YOUR DIRECTION
Specializations
Final-row talent: Light's VigilExplore Holy talents →
Protection
Tank
Reduces the cooldown of your Holy Strike ability by 4 sec.
Final-row talent: ShieldswornExplore Protection talents →
Retribution
Melee DPS
Your melee attacks store a copy of your active Seal for 15 sec, stacking up to 3 times.
Final-row talent: Unsealed WrathExplore Retribution talents →ONE LEVEL AT A TIME
Your road to 60
Spells at level 1
Dungeons in range
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Class quests with a known minimum · 3
YOUR SPELLS, IN ORDER
Abilities by level
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55 abilities · latest listed ranks through level 60
- Armor ProficiencyPassiveLv 1
You are proficient in the use of the following armor types: Cloth, Leather, Mail, Plate Mail.
Passive
AttackGeneralLv 1Description unknown in this record.
Blessing of FreedomClass spellLv 18Places a Blessing on the friendly target, granting immunity to movement impairing effects for 10 sec. Players may only have one Blessing on them per Paladin at any one time.
10% of base mana · 30 yd range · Instant · 20 sec cooldown
Blessing of KingsClass spellLv 20Places a Blessing on the friendly target, increasing total stats by 10% for 1 hour. Players may only have one Blessing on them per Paladin at any one time.
8% of base mana · 30 yd range · Instant
Blessing of MightRank 7Lv 60Places a Blessing on the friendly target, increasing melee attack power by 133 for 1 hour. Players may only have one Blessing on them per Paladin at any one time.
130 Mana · 30 yd range · Instant
Blessing of ProtectionRank 3Lv 38A targeted party member is protected from all physical attacks for 10 sec, but during that time they cannot attack or use physical abilities. Players may only have one Blessing on them per Paladin at any one time. Applies Forbearance for 1 min. Cannot be cast while Forbearance is active.
7% of base mana · 30 yd range · Instant · 5 min cooldown
Blessing of SacrificeRank 2Lv 54Places a Blessing on the party member, transfering 55 damage taken per hit to the caster. Lasts 30 sec. Players may only have one Blessing on them per Paladin at any one time.
100 Mana · 30 yd range · Instant
Blessing of WisdomRank 6Lv 60Places a Blessing on the friendly target, restoring 40 mana every 5 seconds for 1 hour. Players may only have one Blessing on them per Paladin at any one time.
125 Mana · 30 yd range · Instant
BlockPassiveLv 1
CleanseClass spellLv 42Cleanses a friendly target, removing 1 poison effect, 1 disease effect, and 1 magic effect.
8% of base mana · 30 yd range · Instant
Concentration AuraClass spellLv 22Gives a 35% chance of ignoring spell interruption when damaged to all party members within 30 yards. Players may only have one Aura on them per Paladin at any one time.
Instant
ConsecrationRank 5Lv 60Consecrates the land beneath the Paladin, doing 96 Holy damage over 8 sec to enemies who enter the area. The first 4 enemies who enter the area will take an additional 216 damage over 8 sec.
565 Mana · Instant · 8 sec cooldown
- Devotion AuraRank 7Lv 60
Gives 735 additional armor to party members within 30 yards. Players may only have one Aura on them per Paladin at any one time.
Instant
Divine FavorTalentLv 20When activated, gives your next Flash of Light, Holy Light, or Holy Shock spell a 100% critical effect chance.
4% of base mana · Instant · 2 min cooldown
Divine InterventionClass spellLv 30The paladin sacrifices himself to remove the targeted party member from harms way. Enemies will stop attacking the protected party member, who will be immune to all harmful attacks but cannot take any action for 3 min.
40 yd range · Instant · 1 hour cooldown · Reagents: Symbol of Divinity
Divine ProtectionRank 2Lv 18You are protected from all physical attacks and spells for 8 sec, but during that time you cannot attack or use physical abilities yourself. Applies Forbearance for 1 min. Cannot be cast while Forbearance is active.
35 Mana · Instant · 5 min cooldown
Divine ShieldRank 2Lv 50Protects the paladin from all damage and spells for 12 sec, but reduces all damage you deal by 50%. Applies Forbearance for 1 min. Cannot be cast while Forbearance is active.
110 Mana · Instant · 5 min cooldown
- DodgePassiveLv 1
ExorcismRank 6Lv 60Causes 475 to 529 Holy damage to an Undead or Demon target.
345 Mana · 30 yd range · Instant · 15 sec cooldown
Fire Resistance AuraRank 3Lv 60Gives 60 additional Fire resistance to all party and raid members within 30 yards. Players may only have one Aura on them per Paladin at any one time.
Instant
Flash of LightRank 6Lv 58Heals a friendly target for 291 to 325.
140 Mana · 40 yd range · 1.5 sec cast
Frost Resistance AuraRank 3Lv 56Gives 60 additional Frost resistance to all party and raid members within 30 yards. Players may only have one Aura on them per Paladin at any one time.
Instant
Greater Blessing of KingsClass spellLv 60Gives all members of the raid or group that share the same class with the target the Greater Blessing of Kings, increasing total stats by 10% for 1 hour. Players may only have one Blessing on them per Paladin at any one time.
150 Mana · 40 yd range · Instant · Reagents: Symbol of Kings
Greater Blessing of MightRank 2Lv 60Gives all members of the raid or group that share the same class with the target the Greater Blessing of Might, increasing melee attack power by 133 for 1 hour. Players may only have one Blessing on them per Paladin at any one time.
260 Mana · 40 yd range · Instant · Reagents: Symbol of Kings
Greater Blessing of WisdomRank 2Lv 60Gives all members of the raid or group that share the same class with the target the Greater Blessing of Wisdom, restoring 40 mana every 5 seconds for 1 hour. Players may only have one Blessing on them per Paladin at any one time.
250 Mana · 40 yd range · Instant · Reagents: Symbol of Kings
Hammer of JusticeRank 4Lv 54Stuns the target for 6 sec.
100 Mana · 10 yd range · Instant · 1 min cooldown
Hammer of WrathRank 3Lv 60Hurls a hammer that strikes an enemy for 474 to 522 Holy damage. Only usable on enemies that have 20% or less health.
425 Mana · 30 yd range · 1 sec cast · 6 sec cooldown
- Holy LightRank 9Lv 60
Heals a friendly target for 1,495 to 1,665.
660 Mana · 40 yd range · 2.5 sec cast
Holy ShieldRank 3Lv 50Increases chance to block by 30% for 10 sec, and deals 153 Holy damage for each attack blocked while active. Damage caused by Holy Shield causes 20% additional threat.
195 Mana · Instant · 10 sec cooldown · Requires Shields
Holy ShockRank 4Lv 56Blasts the target with Holy energy, causing 334 to 362 Holy damage to an enemy, or 307 to 333 healing to an ally.
Enemy: 20 yd range · 325 Mana · Friendly: 40 yd range · Instant · 10 sec cooldown
Holy StrikeRank 8Lv 60An instant strike that causes 50% weapon damage plus an additional 40 to 53 as Holy damage.
20 Mana · Melee Range · Instant · 10 sec cooldown
Holy WrathRank 2Lv 60Sends bolts of holy power in all directions, causing 490 to 576 Holy damage to all Undead and Demon targets within 20 yds and stunning them for 2 sec.
805 Mana · 2 sec cast · 1 min cooldown
JudgementClass spellLv 4Unleash the energy of a Seal spell upon an enemy. Does not consume the Seal. Refer to individual Seals for Judgement effect.
6% of base mana · 10 yd range · Instant · 10 sec cooldown
LanguagesPassiveLv 1
Lay on HandsRank 3Lv 50Heals a friendly target for an amount equal to the Paladin's maximum health and restores 550 of their mana. Drains all of the Paladin's remaining Mana when used, but does not interrupt Mana regeneration.
40 yd range · Instant · 20 min cooldown
- Light's VigilRank 3Lv 60
Applies Light's Vigil to a friendly target for 30 sec. The caster's next Holy Shock on the target incurs no cooldown and heals the target and their party for 684 to 724. Only one Vigil per Paladin may be active in each party.
1,340 Mana · 40 yd range · 1.5 sec cast · 6 sec cooldown
Oath of LightTalentLv 25Swear an Oath to protect target ally for 5 min, increasing the healing of your Holy Light, Flash of Light, and Holy Shock on them. Only one Oath of Light may be sworn by the Paladin at any one time.
8% of base mana · 40 yd range · Instant
ParryPassiveLv 1
PurifyClass spellLv 8Purifies the friendly target, removing 1 disease effect and 1 poison effect.
8% of base mana · 30 yd range · Instant
RedemptionRank 5Lv 60Brings a dead player back to life with 600 health and 800 mana. Cannot be cast when in combat.
80% of base mana · 30 yd range · 10 sec cast
RepentanceTalentLv 30Puts the enemy target in a state of meditation, incapacitating them for up to 6 sec. Any damage caused will awaken the target. Only works against Humanoids.
60 Mana · 20 yd range · Instant · 1 min cooldown
- Retribution AuraRank 5Lv 56
Causes 20 Holy damage to any creature that strikes a party member within 30 yards. Players may only have one Aura on them per Paladin at any one time.
Instant
Righteous FuryClass spellLv 10Increases all threat generated by 33%, and all threat generated by your Holy attacks by an additional 90%. Lasts 30 min.
30% of base mana · Instant
Seal of CommandRank 5Lv 60Gives the Paladin a chance to deal additional Holy damage equal to 70% of normal weapon damage. Only one Seal can be active on the Paladin at any one time. Lasts 30 sec. Unleashing this Seal's energy will judge an enemy, instantly causing 169 to 187 Holy damage, 339 to 373 if the target is stunned or incapacitated.
210 Mana · Instant
Seal of FuryRank 7Lv 58Fills the Paladin with divine fury for 30 sec, causing melee attacks to deal an additional 35 Holy damage. While a shield is equipped, each attack also grants an absorb shield equal to 50% of the Holy damage dealt. Only one Seal can be active on the Paladin at any one time. Unleashing this Seal's energy inflicts 153 to 167 Holy damage to an enemy and taunts the target to attack you for 3 sec.
200 Mana · Instant
Seal of JusticeClass spellLv 22Fills the Paladin with the spirit of justice for 30 sec, giving each melee attack a chance to stun for 2 sec. Only one Seal can be active on the Paladin at any one time. Unleashing this Seal's energy will judge an enemy for 10 sec, preventing them from fleeing. Your melee strikes will refresh the spell's duration. Only one Judgement per Paladin can be active at any one time.
13% of base mana · Instant
Seal of LightRank 4Lv 60Fills the Paladin with divine light for 30 sec, giving each melee attack a chance to heal the Paladin for 94. Only one Seal can be active on the Paladin at any one time. Unleashing this Seal's energy will judge an enemy for 40 sec, granting melee attacks made against the judged enemy a chance of healing the attacker for 61. Your melee strikes will refresh the spell's duration. Only one Judgement per Paladin can be active at any one time.
210 Mana · Instant
Seal of RighteousnessRank 8Lv 58Fills the Paladin with holy spirit for 30 sec, granting each melee attack an additional 22 to 75 Holy damage. Slower weapons cause more Holy damage per swing. Only one Seal can be active on the Paladin at any one time. Unleashing this Seal's energy will cause 170 to 186 Holy damage to an enemy.
200 Mana · Instant
- Seal of RighteousnessRank 1 · Class spell
- Seal of RighteousnessRank 2 · Class spell
- Seal of RighteousnessRank 3 · Class spell
- Seal of RighteousnessRank 4 · Class spell
- Seal of RighteousnessRank 5 · Class spell
- Seal of RighteousnessRank 6 · Class spell
- Seal of RighteousnessRank 7 · Class spell
- Seal of RighteousnessRank 8 · Class spell
Seal of the CrusaderRank 6Lv 52Fills the Paladin with the spirit of a crusader for 30 sec, granting 325 melee attack power. The Paladin also attacks 40% faster, but deals less damage with each attack. Only one Seal can be active on the Paladin at any one time. Unleashing this Seal's energy will judge an enemy for 40 sec, increasing Holy damage taken by up to 161. Your melee strikes will refresh the spell's duration. Only one Judgement per Paladin can be active at any one time.
160 Mana · Instant
Seal of WisdomRank 3Lv 58Fills the Paladin with divine wisdom for 30 sec, giving each melee attack a chance to restore 90 of the Paladin's mana. Only one Seal can be active on the Paladin at any one time. Unleashing this Seal's energy will judge an enemy for 40 sec, granting attacks and spells used against the judged enemy a chance to restore 59 mana to the attacker. Your melee strikes will refresh the spell's duration. Only one Judgement per Paladin can be active at any one time.
200 Mana · Instant
Shadow Resistance AuraRank 3Lv 52Gives 60 additional Shadow resistance to all party and raid members within 30 yards. Players may only have one Aura on them per Paladin at any one time.
Instant
Swift JudgementTalentLv 25Unleash the energy of a Seal spell upon an enemy. Does not consume the Seal. Refer to individual Seals for Judgement effect. Does not share a cooldown with your Judgement ability.
10 yd range · Instant · 1 min cooldown
Templar's BulwarkTalentLv 20When activated, this ability grants you an absorb shield equal to 100% of your maximum health for 8 sec. Applies Forbearance for 1 min. Cannot be cast while Forbearance is active.
110 Mana · Instant · 5 min cooldown
Turn UndeadRank 3Lv 52The targeted undead enemy will be compelled to flee for up to 20 sec. Damage caused may interrupt the effect. Only one target can be turned at a time.
75 Mana · 20 yd range · 1.5 sec cast · 30 sec cooldown
Voice of TruthClass spellLv 20Grants you immunity to Silence and Interrupt effects for 6 sec.
Instant · 3 min cooldown
All ranks · levels 1–2044 records
| Level | Ability | Rank | Acquisition |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Armor Proficiency | Passive | General |
| 1 | Attack | — | General |
| 1 | Block | Passive | General |
| 1 | Devotion Aura | Rank 1 | Class spell |
| 1 | Dodge | Passive | General |
| 1 | Holy Light | Rank 1 | Class spell |
| 1 | Languages | Passive | General |
| 1 | Parry | Passive | General |
| 1 | Seal of Righteousness | Rank 1 | Class spell |
| 4 | Blessing of Might | Rank 1 | Class spell |
| 4 | Judgement | — | Class spell |
| 6 | Divine Protection | Rank 1 | Class spell |
| 6 | Holy Light | Rank 2 | Class spell |
| 6 | Holy Strike | Rank 1 | Class spell |
| 6 | Seal of the Crusader | Rank 1 | Class spell |
| 8 | Hammer of Justice | Rank 1 | Class spell |
| 8 | Purify | — | Class spell |
| 10 | Blessing of Protection | Rank 1 | Class spell |
| 10 | Devotion Aura | Rank 2 | Class spell |
| 10 | Lay on Hands | Rank 1 | Class spell |
| 10 | Righteous Fury | — | Class spell |
| 10 | Seal of Fury | Rank 1 | Class spell |
| 10 | Seal of Righteousness | Rank 2 | Class spell |
| 12 | Blessing of Might | Rank 2 | Class spell |
| 12 | Holy Strike | Rank 2 | Class spell |
| 12 | Redemption | Rank 1 | Class spell |
| 12 | Seal of the Crusader | Rank 2 | Class spell |
| 14 | Blessing of Wisdom | Rank 1 | Class spell |
| 14 | Holy Light | Rank 3 | Class spell |
| 16 | Retribution Aura | Rank 1 | Class spell |
| 18 | Blessing of Freedom | — | Class spell |
| 18 | Divine Protection | Rank 2 | Class spell |
| 18 | Seal of Fury | Rank 2 | Class spell |
| 18 | Seal of Righteousness | Rank 3 | Class spell |
| 20 | Blessing of Kings | — | Class spell |
| 20 | Consecration | Rank 1 | Class spell |
| 20 | Devotion Aura | Rank 3 | Class spell |
| 20 | Divine Favor | — | Talent |
| 20 | Exorcism | Rank 1 | Class spell |
| 20 | Flash of Light | Rank 1 | Class spell |
| 20 | Holy Strike | Rank 3 | Class spell |
| 20 | Seal of Command | Rank 1 | Talent |
| 20 | Templar's Bulwark | — | Talent |
| 20 | Voice of Truth | — | Class spell |
All ranks · levels 21–4055 records
| Level | Ability | Rank | Acquisition |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 | Blessing of Might | Rank 3 | Class spell |
| 22 | Concentration Aura | — | Class spell |
| 22 | Holy Light | Rank 4 | Class spell |
| 22 | Seal of Justice | — | Class spell |
| 22 | Seal of the Crusader | Rank 3 | Class spell |
| 24 | Blessing of Protection | Rank 2 | Class spell |
| 24 | Blessing of Wisdom | Rank 2 | Class spell |
| 24 | Hammer of Justice | Rank 2 | Class spell |
| 24 | Redemption | Rank 2 | Class spell |
| 24 | Turn Undead | Rank 1 | Class spell |
| 25 | Oath of Light | — | Talent |
| 25 | Swift Judgement | — | Talent |
| 26 | Flash of Light | Rank 2 | Class spell |
| 26 | Retribution Aura | Rank 2 | Class spell |
| 26 | Seal of Fury | Rank 3 | Class spell |
| 26 | Seal of Righteousness | Rank 4 | Class spell |
| 28 | Exorcism | Rank 2 | Class spell |
| 28 | Holy Strike | Rank 4 | Class spell |
| 28 | Shadow Resistance Aura | Rank 1 | Class spell |
| 30 | Consecration | Rank 2 | Class spell |
| 30 | Devotion Aura | Rank 4 | Class spell |
| 30 | Divine Intervention | — | Class spell |
| 30 | Holy Light | Rank 5 | Class spell |
| 30 | Holy Shield | Rank 1 | Talent |
| 30 | Holy Shock | Rank 1 | Talent |
| 30 | Lay on Hands | Rank 2 | Class spell |
| 30 | Repentance | — | Talent |
| 30 | Seal of Command | Rank 2 | Talent |
| 30 | Seal of Light | Rank 1 | Class spell |
| 32 | Blessing of Might | Rank 4 | Class spell |
| 32 | Frost Resistance Aura | Rank 1 | Class spell |
| 32 | Seal of the Crusader | Rank 4 | Class spell |
| 34 | Blessing of Wisdom | Rank 3 | Class spell |
| 34 | Divine Shield | Rank 1 | Class spell |
| 34 | Flash of Light | Rank 3 | Class spell |
| 34 | Seal of Fury | Rank 4 | Class spell |
| 34 | Seal of Righteousness | Rank 5 | Class spell |
| 36 | Exorcism | Rank 3 | Class spell |
| 36 | Fire Resistance Aura | Rank 1 | Class spell |
| 36 | Holy Strike | Rank 5 | Class spell |
| 36 | Redemption | Rank 3 | Class spell |
| 36 | Retribution Aura | Rank 3 | Class spell |
| 38 | Blessing of Protection | Rank 3 | Class spell |
| 38 | Holy Light | Rank 6 | Class spell |
| 38 | Seal of Wisdom | Rank 1 | Class spell |
| 38 | Turn Undead | Rank 2 | Class spell |
| 40 | Consecration | Rank 3 | Class spell |
| 40 | Devotion Aura | Rank 5 | Class spell |
| 40 | Hammer of Justice | Rank 3 | Class spell |
| 40 | Holy Shield | Rank 2 | Talent |
| 40 | Holy Shock | Rank 2 | Talent |
| 40 | Light's Vigil | Rank 1 | Talent |
| 40 | Seal of Command | Rank 3 | Talent |
| 40 | Seal of Light | Rank 2 | Class spell |
| 40 | Shadow Resistance Aura | Rank 2 | Class spell |
All ranks · levels 41–6067 records
| Level | Ability | Rank | Acquisition |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42 | Blessing of Might | Rank 5 | Class spell |
| 42 | Cleanse | — | Class spell |
| 42 | Flash of Light | Rank 4 | Class spell |
| 42 | Seal of Fury | Rank 5 | Class spell |
| 42 | Seal of Righteousness | Rank 6 | Class spell |
| 42 | Seal of the Crusader | Rank 5 | Class spell |
| 44 | Blessing of Wisdom | Rank 4 | Class spell |
| 44 | Exorcism | Rank 4 | Class spell |
| 44 | Frost Resistance Aura | Rank 2 | Class spell |
| 44 | Hammer of Wrath | Rank 1 | Class spell |
| 44 | Holy Strike | Rank 6 | Class spell |
| 46 | Blessing of Sacrifice | Rank 1 | Class spell |
| 46 | Holy Light | Rank 7 | Class spell |
| 46 | Retribution Aura | Rank 4 | Class spell |
| 48 | Fire Resistance Aura | Rank 2 | Class spell |
| 48 | Holy Shock | Rank 3 | Talent |
| 48 | Redemption | Rank 4 | Class spell |
| 48 | Seal of Wisdom | Rank 2 | Class spell |
| 50 | Consecration | Rank 4 | Class spell |
| 50 | Devotion Aura | Rank 6 | Class spell |
| 50 | Divine Shield | Rank 2 | Class spell |
| 50 | Flash of Light | Rank 5 | Class spell |
| 50 | Holy Shield | Rank 3 | Talent |
| 50 | Holy Wrath | Rank 1 | Class spell |
| 50 | Lay on Hands | Rank 3 | Class spell |
| 50 | Light's Vigil | Rank 2 | Talent |
| 50 | Seal of Command | Rank 4 | Talent |
| 50 | Seal of Fury | Rank 6 | Class spell |
| 50 | Seal of Light | Rank 3 | Class spell |
| 50 | Seal of Righteousness | Rank 7 | Class spell |
| 52 | Blessing of Might | Rank 6 | Class spell |
| 52 | Exorcism | Rank 5 | Class spell |
| 52 | Greater Blessing of Might | Rank 1 | Class spell |
| 52 | Hammer of Wrath | Rank 2 | Class spell |
| 52 | Holy Strike | Rank 7 | Class spell |
| 52 | Seal of the Crusader | Rank 6 | Class spell |
| 52 | Shadow Resistance Aura | Rank 3 | Class spell |
| 52 | Turn Undead | Rank 3 | Class spell |
| 54 | Blessing of Sacrifice | Rank 2 | Class spell |
| 54 | Blessing of Wisdom | Rank 5 | Class spell |
| 54 | Greater Blessing of Wisdom | Rank 1 | Class spell |
| 54 | Hammer of Justice | Rank 4 | Class spell |
| 54 | Holy Light | Rank 8 | Class spell |
| 56 | Frost Resistance Aura | Rank 3 | Class spell |
| 56 | Holy Shock | Rank 4 | Talent |
| 56 | Retribution Aura | Rank 5 | Class spell |
| 58 | Flash of Light | Rank 6 | Class spell |
| 58 | Seal of Fury | Rank 7 | Class spell |
| 58 | Seal of Righteousness | Rank 8 | Class spell |
| 58 | Seal of Wisdom | Rank 3 | Class spell |
| 60 | Blessing of Might | Rank 7 | Class spell |
| 60 | Blessing of Wisdom | Rank 6 | Class spell |
| 60 | Consecration | Rank 5 | Class spell |
| 60 | Devotion Aura | Rank 7 | Class spell |
| 60 | Exorcism | Rank 6 | Class spell |
| 60 | Fire Resistance Aura | Rank 3 | Class spell |
| 60 | Greater Blessing of Kings | — | Class spell |
| 60 | Greater Blessing of Might | Rank 2 | Class spell |
| 60 | Greater Blessing of Wisdom | Rank 2 | Class spell |
| 60 | Hammer of Wrath | Rank 3 | Class spell |
| 60 | Holy Light | Rank 9 | Class spell |
| 60 | Holy Strike | Rank 8 | Class spell |
| 60 | Holy Wrath | Rank 2 | Class spell |
| 60 | Light's Vigil | Rank 3 | Talent |
| 60 | Redemption | Rank 5 | Class spell |
| 60 | Seal of Command | Rank 5 | Talent |
| 60 | Seal of Light | Rank 4 | Class spell |
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Paladin · SPELLS & ABILITIES
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Underwater Breathing
Underwater breath lasts 300% longer than normal.
Will of the Forsaken
Instant, 2 min cooldown. Instantly removes all Charm, Fear and Sleep effects.
Cannibalize
5 yd range, Instant, 2 min cooldown. When activated, regenerates 7% of total Health and 7% of total Mana every 2 sec for 10 sec. Only works on Humanoid or Undead corpses within 5 yds. Any movement, action, or damage taken while Cannibalizing will cancel the effect.
Touch of the Grave
Your spells and attacks with a damage part have a chance (30% for casters, 20% for Paladins, Rogues and Warriors) to drain Health from the target, up to 5% of your maximum Health. 15 sec internal cooldown. Does not break crowd control.
History
2026-10-26 Touch of the Grave internal cooldown reduced to 15 seconds (was 25 seconds). Source ↗
The Human Spirit
Spirit increased by 10%.
History
2026-10-26 Human Spirit now increases Spirit by 10% (was 5%). Source ↗
Perception
Instant, 3 min cooldown. Dramatically increases stealth detection for 20 sec.
Will to Survive
Instant, 3 min cooldown. Instantly removes all Stun effects.
Find Treasure
Instant. Allows the dwarf to sense nearby treasure, making it appear on the minimap. Lasts until canceled. Also grants a chance to find additional items in most chests.
History
2026-10-15 Find Treasure: Now also grants a chance to find additional items in most chests. Source ↗
Stoneform
Instant, 3 min cooldown. Instantly removes and grants immunity to all Bleed, Poison, and Disease effects, and reduces all Physical damage taken by 10% for 8 sec.
Artisan's Precision
Increases hit chance with spells and attacks by 1%.
Big Game Hunter
Damage dealt versus Beasts increased by 5%.
Racial data and coverage
Current mechanics follow Blizzard’s dated development notes. Supplementary icons and race/class combinations: · CC BY 4.0 · export 2026-10-30. Class compatibility is from that dataset. Race portraits, including Skyborne, are verified client atlas crops with a . General racial descriptions retain the export with dated official development-note updates through 2026-10-26. Character-level scaling is not inferred. Full race guides and comparison →
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Adventure
Spend points to unlock perksHigh Alert
5 tree pointsHigh AlertRank 0 / 2Increases your ability to detect nearby targets with Stealth as if your level were increased by 1. Ineffective in Battlegrounds.
Requires 5 earlier points in Adventure.
Click to learn. Right-click or Shift+click to refund.Well Rested
OpenWell RestedRank 0 / 5Your rested experience accumulates 4% faster and your rested experience cap is increased by 4%.
Available without a tree point requirement.
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5 tree pointsTalentedRank 0 / 5You gain talent points every level starting at level 9 instead of starting at level 10, but you still may not have more than 51 total talent points.
Requires Well Rested at full rank.Requires 5 earlier points in Adventure.
Click to learn. Right-click or Shift+click to refund.Thrill of Adventure
OpenThrill of AdventureRank 0 / 5You gain 1% of your maximum Health and Mana over 10 sec each time you deliver the killing blow to a non-trivial enemy. Ineffective in dungeons, raids, and battlegrounds.
Available without a tree point requirement.
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5 tree pointsField GuideRank 0 / 3Reduces your cooldown on adding Camp features by 8%
Requires 5 earlier points in Adventure.
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10 tree pointsFrequent FlierRank 0 / 1You receive a 50% discount on all flight paths, and your flight path mount flies 20% faster.
Requires Field Guide at full rank.Requires 10 earlier points in Adventure.
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5 tree pointsField MedicineRank 0 / 2Reduces the duration of the Recently Bandaged effect by 5 sec when you use a bandage. Ineffective in dungeons, raids, and battlegrounds.
Requires 5 earlier points in Adventure.
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Resourcefulness
Spend points to unlock perksFor Great Honor
5 tree pointsFor Great HonorRank 0 / 5Increases Honor Points gained by 2%.
Requires 5 earlier points in Resourcefulness.
Click to learn. Right-click or Shift+click to refund.Gourmand
OpenGourmandRank 0 / 3Increases the duration of beneficial effects from eating food by 33%.
Available without a tree point requirement.
Click to learn. Right-click or Shift+click to refund.Permanence
5 tree pointsPermanenceRank 0 / 2Your class abilities which grant long-duration stat or attribute benefits to all party or raid members last 50% longer, and the benefits you gain from resting at a camp last 50% longer.
Requires Gourmand at full rank.Requires 5 earlier points in Resourcefulness.
Click to learn. Right-click or Shift+click to refund.The Quick and the Dead
OpenThe Quick and the DeadRank 0 / 2Increases movement speed while dead by 5% and your helpful spells and abilities cost no resources for 1 min after being resurrected or until you enter combat.
Available without a tree point requirement.
Click to learn. Right-click or Shift+click to refund.Reagent Economy
10 tree pointsReagent EconomyRank 0 / 1Your class abilities no longer require reagents purchaseable from vendors.
Requires The Quick and the Dead at full rank.Requires 10 earlier points in Resourcefulness.
Click to learn. Right-click or Shift+click to refund.Reinforce
OpenReinforceRank 0 / 5You take 8% less durability loss when you die.
Available without a tree point requirement.
Click to learn. Right-click or Shift+click to refund.Diplomat
5 tree pointsDiplomatRank 0 / 5Increases your reputation gains by 2%.
Requires 5 earlier points in Resourcefulness.
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Professions
Spend points to unlock perksMaster Chef
5 tree pointsMaster ChefRank 0 / 5Your cooking recipes have a 10% chance to create an extra result.
Requires 5 earlier points in Professions.
Click to learn. Right-click or Shift+click to refund.Working Overtime
OpenWorking OvertimeRank 0 / 5Increases your chance to gain a skill increase from using any primary, secondary, or class-based tradeskill by 4%.
Available without a tree point requirement.
Click to learn. Right-click or Shift+click to refund.Bartering
5 tree pointsBarteringRank 0 / 2Reduces the gold price of items from all vendors by 5%.
Requires 5 earlier points in Professions.
Click to learn. Right-click or Shift+click to refund.Dedicated Study
10 tree pointsDedicated StudyRank 0 / 1Increases your skill by 1 in your lowest tradeskill among your Primary and Secondary tradeskills. If you have already reached 300 skill in your two current Primary Tradeskills and all three Secondary Tradeskills, you will gain 2 to 4 of a random Elemental Essence.
Requires Bartering at full rank.Requires 10 earlier points in Professions.
25 sec cast | 23 hour cooldownClick to learn. Right-click or Shift+click to refund.Bountiful Harvest
OpenBountiful HarvestRank 0 / 5You are 20% more likely to discover Scarce materials from Mining, Herbalism, and Skinning.
Available without a tree point requirement.
Click to learn. Right-click or Shift+click to refund.Performance Bonus
5 tree pointsPerformance BonusRank 0 / 3You have a 5% chance to receive 100% increased Merchant's Favor when you turn in a crate to the Azeroth Commerce Authority or Durotar Supply and Logistics.
Requires Bountiful Harvest at full rank.Requires 5 earlier points in Professions.
Click to learn. Right-click or Shift+click to refund.Luremaster
5 tree pointsLuremasterRank 0 / 2While fishing with a Lure active, you have a 25% chance to catch an extra fish.
Requires 5 earlier points in Professions.
Click to learn. Right-click or Shift+click to refund.Talented: 0 / 5. At level 30: 21 standard talent points. The total cap is 51.
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Dungeons and raids
- Conqueror of the Lair
Defeat Onyxia.
+1 Legacy point - Novice Spelunker
Complete the following dungeons.
+1 Legacy point - Experienced Spelunker
Complete the following dungeons.
+1 Legacy point - Master Spelunker
Complete the following dungeons.
+1 Legacy point - Conqueror of the Wilds
Defeat the following encounters in Hyjal Summit.
+1 Legacy point - Conqueror of the Deeps
Defeat the following encounters in the Barrow Deeps.
+1 Legacy point
Classes
- Novice Warrior
Reach level 25 for the first time on a Warrior.
+1 Legacy point - Experienced Warrior
Reach level 45 for the first time on a Warrior.
+1 Legacy point - Master Warrior
Reach level 60 for the first time on a Warrior.
+1 Legacy point - Novice Druid
Reach level 25 for the first time on a Druid.
+1 Legacy point - Experienced Druid
Reach level 45 for the first time on a Druid.
+1 Legacy point - Master Druid
Reach level 60 for the first time on a Druid.
+1 Legacy point - Novice Hunter
Reach level 25 for the first time on a Hunter.
+1 Legacy point - Experienced Hunter
Reach level 45 for the first time on a Hunter.
+1 Legacy point - Master Hunter
Reach level 60 for the first time on a Hunter.
+1 Legacy point - Novice Mage
Reach level 25 for the first time on a Mage.
+1 Legacy point - Experienced Mage
Reach level 45 for the first time on a Mage.
+1 Legacy point - Master Mage
Reach level 60 for the first time on a Mage.
+1 Legacy point - Novice Paladin
Reach level 25 for the first time on a Paladin.
+1 Legacy point - Experienced Paladin
Reach level 45 for the first time on a Paladin.
+1 Legacy point - Master Paladin
Reach level 60 for the first time on a Paladin.
+1 Legacy point - Novice Priest
Reach level 25 for the first time on a Priest.
+1 Legacy point - Experienced Priest
Reach level 45 for the first time on a Priest.
+1 Legacy point - Master Priest
Reach level 60 for the first time on a Priest.
+1 Legacy point - Novice Rogue
Reach level 25 for the first time on a Rogue.
+1 Legacy point - Experienced Rogue
Reach level 45 for the first time on a Rogue.
+1 Legacy point - Master Rogue
Reach level 60 for the first time on a Rogue.
+1 Legacy point - Novice Shaman
Reach level 25 for the first time on a Shaman.
+1 Legacy point - Experienced Shaman
Reach level 45 for the first time on a Shaman.
+1 Legacy point - Master Shaman
Reach level 60 for the first time on a Shaman.
+1 Legacy point - Novice Warlock
Reach level 25 for the first time on a Warlock.
+1 Legacy point - Experienced Warlock
Reach level 45 for the first time on a Warlock.
+1 Legacy point - Master Warlock
Reach level 60 for the first time on a Warlock.
+1 Legacy point
Crafting
- Journeyman Alchemist
Reach 150 skill in Alchemy for the first time.
+1 Legacy point - Expert Alchemist
Reach 225 skill in Alchemy for the first time.
+1 Legacy point - Artisan Alchemist
Reach 300 skill in Alchemy for the first time.
+1 Legacy point - Journeyman Blacksmith
Reach 150 skill in Blacksmithing for the first time.
+1 Legacy point - Expert Blacksmith
Reach 225 skill in Blacksmithing for the first time.
+1 Legacy point - Artisan Blacksmith
Reach 300 skill in Blacksmithing for the first time.
+1 Legacy point - Journeyman Enchanter
Reach 150 skill in Enchanting for the first time.
+1 Legacy point - Expert Enchanter
Reach 225 skill in Enchanting for the first time.
+1 Legacy point - Artisan Enchanter
Reach 300 skill in Enchanting for the first time.
+1 Legacy point - Journeyman Engineer
Reach 150 skill in Engineering for the first time.
+1 Legacy point - Expert Engineer
Reach 225 skill in Engineering for the first time.
+1 Legacy point - Artisan Engineer
Reach 300 skill in Engineering for the first time.
+1 Legacy point - Journeyman Leatherworker
Reach 150 skill in Leatherworking for the first time.
+1 Legacy point - Expert Leatherworker
Reach 225 skill in Leatherworking for the first time.
+1 Legacy point - Artisan Leatherworker
Reach 300 skill in Leatherworking for the first time.
+1 Legacy point - Journeyman Tailor
Reach 150 skill in Tailoring for the first time.
+1 Legacy point - Expert Tailor
Reach 225 skill in Tailoring for the first time.
+1 Legacy point - Artisan Tailor
Reach 300 skill in Tailoring for the first time.
+1 Legacy point
PvP
- Rank 3
Reach the rank of Sergeant in the Player vs. Player Honor System.
+1 Legacy point - Rank 7
Reach the rank of Knight-Lieutenant or Blood Guard in the Player vs. Player Honor System.
+1 Legacy point - Rank 10
Reach the rank of Lieutenant-Commander or Champion in the Player vs. Player Honor System.
+1 Legacy point - Rank 13
Reach the rank of Field Marshal or Warlord in the Player vs. Player Honor System.
+1 Legacy point - Rank 14
Reach the rank of Grand Marshal or High Warlord in the Player vs. Player Honor System.
+1 Legacy point - Master of Alterac Valley
Reach exalted reputation with the Frostwolf Clan or Stormpike Guard.
+1 Legacy point - Master of Arathi Basin
Reach exalted reputation with the Defilers or League of Arathor.
+1 Legacy point - Master of Warsong Gulch
Reach exalted reputation with the Warsong Outriders or Silverwing Sentinels.
+1 Legacy point - Master of Darkspear Islands
Reach exalted reputation with the Darkspear Raiders or Theramore Expeditionary Force.
+1 Legacy point - Field of Honor: Week 4
Complete Week 4 of the Field of Honor Journey.
+1 Legacy point - Field of Honor: Week 7
Complete Week 7 of the Field of Honor Journey.
+1 Legacy point - Field of Honor: Week 10
Complete Week 10 of the Field of Honor Journey.
+1 Legacy point
Other
- Lord Valthalak Laid to Rest
Complete the questline beginning with An Earnest Proposition, and ending with Saving the Best for Last.
+1 Legacy point - Explorer
Have a character with the Explore Azeroth achievement.
+1 Legacy point
WHAT CHANGED SINCE CLASSIC
The class, compared
Beyond the talent trees
Judgement
Unleash the energy of a Seal spell upon an enemy. Does not consume the Seal. Refer to individual Seals for Judgement effect. 6% of base mana 10 yd range Instant 10 sec cooldown
Seal of Fury · Rank 1
Fills you with divine fury for 30 sec, causing melee attacks to deal an additional 6 Holy damage. While a shield is equipped, each attack also grants an absorb shield equal to 50% of the Holy damage dealt. Only one Seal can be active on the Paladin at any one time. Unleashing this Seal's energy inflicts 32 to 34 Holy damage to an enemy and taunts the target to attack you for 3 sec. 40 Mana Instant
CLASSIC → FOREVER
Compared with Classic
Compare the exported talent trees with Classic. Each record keeps its rank, requirements and source.
New tools in your trees
All talent changes ↓Holy
ReverenceRow 2 · 2 ranksNEW
Purifying PowerRow 2 · 2 ranksNEW
Holy ConduitRow 3 · 2 ranksNEWProtection
Sacred DutyRow 2 · 2 ranksNEWTemplar's BulwarkRow 3 · 1 rankNEWSwift JudgementRow 4 · 1 rankNEWRetribution
Sanctified JudgementRow 2 · 3 ranksNEW
Sacred ArbiterRow 4 · 1 rankNEWTurn EvilRow 5 · 2 ranksNEWCLASSIC → FOREVER
Talent by talent
Descriptions below compare rank 1. Open a record for requirements and the route into your build.
51 talents
Spiritual FocusHoly · row 1Changed
CLASSIC · RANK 1
Gives your Flash of Light and Holy Light spells a 14% chance to not lose casting time when you take damage.Holy · row 2
FOREVER · RANK 1
Gives your Flash of Light, Holy Light, and Light's Vigil spells a 14% chance to not lose casting time when you take damage.0 earlier-tree points · 5 ranks
Divine StrengthHoly · row 1Moved
CLASSIC · RANK 1
Increases your Strength by 2%.Holy · row 1
FOREVER · RANK 1
Increases your Strength by 2%.0 earlier-tree points · 5 ranks
Healing LightHoly · row 2Changed
CLASSIC · RANK 1
Increases the amount healed by your Holy Light and Flash of Light spells by 4%.Holy · row 3
FOREVER · RANK 1
Increases the amount healed by your Holy Light, Flash of Light, and Holy Shock spells by 4%.5 earlier-tree points · 3 ranks
ReverenceHoly · row 2New
CLASSIC · RANK 1
No matching talent in this Classic comparison.
FOREVER · RANK 1
Allows 15% of your Mana regeneration to continue while casting.5 earlier-tree points · 2 ranks
Improved SealsHoly · row 2Changed
CLASSIC · RANK 1
Increases the damage done by your Seal of Righteousness and Judgement of Righteousness by 3%.Holy · row 2
FOREVER · RANK 1
Increases the damage done by your Seals and Judgements by 3%.5 earlier-tree points · 5 ranks
Purifying PowerHoly · row 2New
CLASSIC · RANK 1
No matching talent in this Classic comparison.
FOREVER · RANK 1
Reduces the mana cost of your Cleanse and Purify spells by 10% and reduces the cooldown of your Exorcism and Holy Wrath spells by 17%.5 earlier-tree points · 2 ranks
Divine FavorHoly · row 3Changed
CLASSIC · RANK 1
When activated, gives your next Flash of Light, Holy Light, or Holy Shock spell a 100% critical effect chance.Holy · row 5
FOREVER · RANK 1
When activated, gives your next Flash of Light, Holy Light, or Holy Shock spell a 100% critical effect chance.10 earlier-tree points · 1 rank
IlluminationHoly · row 3Changed
CLASSIC · RANK 1
After getting a critical effect from your Flash of Light, Holy Light, or Holy Shock heal spell, gives you a 20% chance to gain Mana equal to the base cost of the spell.Holy · row 4
FOREVER · RANK 1
After getting a critical effect from your Flash of Light, Holy Light, Light's Vigil, or Holy Shock heal spell you have a 20% chance to gain Mana equal to 50% of the base cost of the spell.Requires Reverence · 10 earlier-tree points · 5 ranks
Holy ConduitHoly · row 3New
CLASSIC · RANK 1
No matching talent in this Classic comparison.
FOREVER · RANK 1
Reduces the mana cost of your Consecration, Holy Wrath, Exorcism, and Hammer of Wrath spells by 20%.10 earlier-tree points · 2 ranks
Divine PrecisionHoly · row 4New
CLASSIC · RANK 1
No matching talent in this Classic comparison.
FOREVER · RANK 1
Improves your chance to hit with Holy spells by 4%, and reduces the duration of Silence effects on you by 10%.15 earlier-tree points · 2 ranks
Infusion of LightHoly · row 4New
CLASSIC · RANK 1
No matching talent in this Classic comparison.
FOREVER · RANK 1
Your Holy Shock and Flash of Light critical hits reduce the cast time of your next Holy Light cast within 15 sec by 0.5 sec.15 earlier-tree points · 2 ranks
Oath of LightHoly · row 4New
CLASSIC · RANK 1
No matching talent in this Classic comparison.
FOREVER · RANK 1
Swear an Oath to protect target ally for 5 min, increasing the healing of your Holy Light, Flash of Light, and Holy Shock on them. Only one Oath of Light may be sworn by the Paladin at any one time.15 earlier-tree points · 1 rank
Consecrated GroundHoly · row 5New
CLASSIC · RANK 1
No matching talent in this Classic comparison.
FOREVER · RANK 1
Gives your Holy spells 5% increased damage against the first 4 enemies that enter your Consecration.20 earlier-tree points · 2 ranks
Holy ShockHoly · row 5Changed
CLASSIC · RANK 1
Blasts the target with Holy energy, causing 204 to 220 Holy damage to an enemy, or 204 to 220 healing to an ally.Holy · row 7
FOREVER · RANK 1
Blasts the target with Holy energy, causing 129 to 139 Holy damage to an enemy, or 110 to 118 healing to an ally.20 earlier-tree points · 1 rank
Boundless LightHoly · row 5New
CLASSIC · RANK 1
No matching talent in this Classic comparison.
FOREVER · RANK 1
Increases the critical strike chance of your Holy Shock spell by 15% when cast on allies not affected by your Oath of Light.Requires Holy Shock · 20 earlier-tree points · 2 ranks
Holy PowerHoly · row 6Changed
CLASSIC · RANK 1
Increases the critical effect chance of your Holy spells by 1%.Holy · row 6
FOREVER · RANK 1
Increases the critical strike healing bonus of your Holy spells by 10%.25 earlier-tree points · 5 ranks
Light's VigilHoly · row 7New
CLASSIC · RANK 1
No matching talent in this Classic comparison.
FOREVER · RANK 1
Applies Light's Vigil to a friendly target for 30 sec. The caster's next Holy Shock on the target incurs no cooldown and heals the target and their party for 325 to 343. Only one Vigil per Paladin may be active in each party.Requires Holy Shock · 30 earlier-tree points · 1 rank
Divine IntellectProtection · row 1Moved
CLASSIC · RANK 1
Increases your total Intellect by 2%.Holy · row 1
FOREVER · RANK 1
Increases your total Intellect by 2%.0 earlier-tree points · 5 ranks
RedoubtProtection · row 1Changed
CLASSIC · RANK 1
Increases your chance to block attacks with your shield by 6% after being the victim of a critical strike. Lasts 10 sec or 5 blocks.Protection · row 1
FOREVER · RANK 1
Damaging melee attacks against you have a 10% chance to increase your chance to block by 6%. Lasts 10 sec or 5 blocks.0 earlier-tree points · 5 ranks
PrecisionProtection · row 2Changed
CLASSIC · RANK 1
Increases your chance to hit with melee weapons by 1%.Protection · row 2
FOREVER · RANK 1
Improves your chance to hit by 1%.5 earlier-tree points · 3 ranks
Guardian's FavorProtection · row 2Unchanged
CLASSIC · RANK 1
Reduces the cooldown of your Blessing of Protection by 60 sec and increases the duration of your Blessing of Freedom by 3 sec.Protection · row 2
FOREVER · RANK 1
Reduces the cooldown of your Blessing of Protection by 1 min and increases the duration of your Blessing of Freedom by 3 sec.5 earlier-tree points · 2 ranks
Sacred DutyProtection · row 2New
CLASSIC · RANK 1
No matching talent in this Classic comparison.
FOREVER · RANK 1
Reduces the cooldown of your Divine Shield, Divine Protection, and Templar's Bulwark spells by 30 sec, and reduces the duration of Forbearance by 5 sec.5 earlier-tree points · 2 ranks
Templar's BulwarkProtection · row 3New
CLASSIC · RANK 1
No matching talent in this Classic comparison.
FOREVER · RANK 1
When activated, this ability grants you an absorb shield equal to 100% of your maximum health for 8 sec. Applies Forbearance for 1 min. Cannot be cast while Forbearance is active.10 earlier-tree points · 1 rank
Improved Hammer of JusticeProtection · row 3Moved
CLASSIC · RANK 1
Decreases the cooldown of your Hammer of Justice spell by 5 sec.Protection · row 4
FOREVER · RANK 1
Decreases the cooldown of your Hammer of Justice spell by 5 sec.10 earlier-tree points · 3 ranks
Shield SpecializationProtection · row 3Changed
CLASSIC · RANK 1
Increases the amount of damage absorbed by your shield by 10%.Protection · row 3
FOREVER · RANK 1
Increases the amount of damage absorbed by your shield by 15%, and gives your blocks a 50% chance to restore 4% of your maximum Mana. May only occur once every 3 sec.Requires Redoubt · 10 earlier-tree points · 2 ranks
ToughnessProtection · row 3Moved
CLASSIC · RANK 1
Increases your armor value from items by 2%.Protection · row 2
FOREVER · RANK 1
Increases your armor value from items by 2%.10 earlier-tree points · 5 ranks
Swift JudgementProtection · row 4New
CLASSIC · RANK 1
No matching talent in this Classic comparison.
FOREVER · RANK 1
Unleash the energy of a Seal spell upon an enemy. Does not consume the Seal. Refer to individual Seals for Judgement effect. Does not share a cooldown with your Judgement ability.Requires Templar's Bulwark · 15 earlier-tree points · 1 rank
Improved Righteous FuryProtection · row 4Changed
CLASSIC · RANK 1
Increases the amount of threat generated by your Righteous Fury spell by 16%.Protection · row 3
FOREVER · RANK 1
While Righteous Fury is active, all damage taken is reduced by 3%.15 earlier-tree points · 3 ranks
AnticipationProtection · row 4Changed
CLASSIC · RANK 1
Increases your Defense skill by 2.Protection · row 3
FOREVER · RANK 1
Increases your Defense Skill by 4.15 earlier-tree points · 5 ranks
StoicismProtection · row 5New
CLASSIC · RANK 1
No matching talent in this Classic comparison.
FOREVER · RANK 1
Reduces the duration of Stun and Charm effects on you by 10%.20 earlier-tree points · 2 ranks
Holy ShieldProtection · row 5Changed
CLASSIC · RANK 1
Increases chance to block by 30% for 10 sec, and deals 65 Holy damage for each attack blocked while active. Damage caused by Holy Shield causes 20% additional threat. Each block expends a charge. 4 charges.Protection · row 7
FOREVER · RANK 1
Increases chance to block by 30% for 10 sec, and deals 75 Holy damage for each attack blocked while active. Damage caused by Holy Shield causes 20% additional threat. Each block expends a charge. 4 charges.20 earlier-tree points · 1 rank
ReckoningProtection · row 5Changed
CLASSIC · RANK 1
Gives you a 20% chance to gain an extra attack after being the victim of a critical strike.Protection · row 5
FOREVER · RANK 1
Gives you a 8% chance after Blocking and a 20% chance after receiving a non-periodic critical strike to gain an extra attack. Stores up to 4 extra attacks. Cannot occur from Blocks more than once every 1.5 sec.20 earlier-tree points · 5 ranks
Iron CreedProtection · row 6New
CLASSIC · RANK 1
No matching talent in this Classic comparison.
FOREVER · RANK 1
Increases the threat generated by your Holy Strike ability by 10%. While Righteous Fury is active, Holy Strike also reduces your damage taken by 2% for 6 sec.25 earlier-tree points · 3 ranks
ShieldswornProtection · row 7New
CLASSIC · RANK 1
No matching talent in this Classic comparison.
FOREVER · RANK 1
Reduces the cooldown of your Holy Strike ability by 4 sec. Additionally, Holy Strike now strikes with your shield, triggering your active Holy Shield and Shield Specialization talents without consuming their charges or triggering their cooldowns, and allowing you to Block spells for 6 sec.Requires Holy Shield · 30 earlier-tree points · 1 rank
DeflectionRetribution · row 1Moved
CLASSIC · RANK 1
Increases your Parry chance by 1%.Retribution · row 2
FOREVER · RANK 1
Increases your Parry chance by 1%.0 earlier-tree points · 5 ranks
BenedictionRetribution · row 1Changed
CLASSIC · RANK 1
Reduces the Mana cost of your Judgement and Seal spells by 3%.Retribution · row 1
FOREVER · RANK 1
Reduces the Mana cost of all instant cast spells and abilities by 2%.0 earlier-tree points · 5 ranks
Improved JudgementRetribution · row 2Changed
CLASSIC · RANK 1
Decreases the cooldown of your Judgement spell by 1 sec.Retribution · row 2
FOREVER · RANK 1
Decreases the cooldown of your Judgement ability by 1 sec.5 earlier-tree points · 2 ranks
ConvictionRetribution · row 2Changed
CLASSIC · RANK 1
Increases your chance to get a critical strike with melee weapons by 1%.Retribution · row 3
FOREVER · RANK 1
Improves your chance to get a critical strike with all spells and attacks by 2%.5 earlier-tree points · 3 ranks
Sanctified JudgementRetribution · row 2New
CLASSIC · RANK 1
No matching talent in this Classic comparison.
FOREVER · RANK 1
Gives your Judgement ability a 33% chance to return 20% of the Mana cost of the judged seal.5 earlier-tree points · 3 ranks
VindicationRetribution · row 3Changed
CLASSIC · RANK 1
Gives the Paladin's damaging melee attacks a chance to reduce the target's Strength and Agility by 5% for 10 sec.Retribution · row 3
FOREVER · RANK 1
Gives your damaging melee attacks a chance to reduce the target's Attack Power by 68 for 30 sec.10 earlier-tree points · 3 ranks
Unyielding FaithRetribution · row 3Changed
CLASSIC · RANK 1
Increases your chance to resist Fear and Disorient effects by an additional 5%.Holy · row 3
FOREVER · RANK 1
Reduces the duration of Fear and Disorient effects on you by 15%.10 earlier-tree points · 2 ranks
Seal of CommandRetribution · row 3Unchanged
CLASSIC · RANK 1
Gives the Paladin a chance to deal additional Holy damage equal to 70% of normal weapon damage. Only one Seal can be active on the Paladin at any one time. Lasts 30 sec. Unleashing this Seal's energy will judge an enemy, instantly causing 68 to 73 Holy damage, 137 to 145 if the target is stunned or incapacitated.Retribution · row 3
FOREVER · RANK 1
Gives the Paladin a chance to deal additional Holy damage equal to 70% of normal weapon damage. Only one Seal can be active on the Paladin at any one time. Lasts 30 sec. Unleashing this Seal's energy will judge an enemy, instantly causing 68 to 73 Holy damage, 137 to 145 if the target is stunned or incapacitated.10 earlier-tree points · 1 rank
Pursuit of JusticeRetribution · row 3Changed
CLASSIC · RANK 1
Increases movement and mounted movement speed by 4%. This does not stack with other movement speed increasing effects.Retribution · row 3
FOREVER · RANK 1
Increases movement speed and mounted movement speed by 8%. This does not stack with other movement speed increasing effects.10 earlier-tree points · 2 ranks
Eye for an EyeRetribution · row 4Changed
CLASSIC · RANK 1
All spell criticals against you cause 15% of the damage taken to the caster as well. The damage caused by Eye for an Eye will not exceed 50% of the Paladin's total health.Retribution · row 4
FOREVER · RANK 1
All critical strikes against you cause 5% of the damage taken to the attacker as well. The damage caused by Eye for an Eye will not exceed 50% of the Paladin's total health.15 earlier-tree points · 2 ranks
Sacred ArbiterRetribution · row 4New
CLASSIC · RANK 1
No matching talent in this Classic comparison.
FOREVER · RANK 1
Increases the damage of your Holy Strike ability by 20% and causes it to refresh all Judgement effects on the target.15 earlier-tree points · 1 rank
Two-Handed Weapon SpecializationRetribution · row 4Changed
CLASSIC · RANK 1
Increases the damage you deal with two-handed melee weapons by 2%.Retribution · row 5
FOREVER · RANK 1
Increases the physical damage you deal by 2%, and reduces all threat you generate by 7% while a two-handed melee weapon is equipped.15 earlier-tree points · 3 ranks
Turn EvilRetribution · row 5New
CLASSIC · RANK 1
No matching talent in this Classic comparison.
FOREVER · RANK 1
Reduces the cast time of your Turn Undead spell by 0.5 sec, its cooldown by 5 sec, and allows it to affect Demons.20 earlier-tree points · 2 ranks
RepentanceRetribution · row 5Moved
CLASSIC · RANK 1
Puts the enemy target in a state of meditation, incapacitating them for up to 6 sec. Any damage caused will awaken the target. Only works against Humanoids.Retribution · row 7
FOREVER · RANK 1
Puts the enemy target in a state of meditation, incapacitating them for up to 6 sec. Any damage caused will awaken the target. Only works against Humanoids.20 earlier-tree points · 1 rank
VengeanceRetribution · row 5Changed
CLASSIC · RANK 1
Gives you a 3% bonus to Physical and Holy damage you deal for 8 sec after dealing a critical strike from a weapon swing, spell, or ability.Retribution · row 6
FOREVER · RANK 1
Increases your Physical and Holy damage dealt by 1% for 30 sec after landing a non-periodic critical strike. Stacks up to 3 times.Requires Seal of Command · 20 earlier-tree points · 3 ranks
Champion of the LightRetribution · row 6New
CLASSIC · RANK 1
No matching talent in this Classic comparison.
FOREVER · RANK 1
Increases your spell damage by up to 12% of your Intellect, and reduces the cast time of your Hammer of Wrath by 0.2 sec.25 earlier-tree points · 5 ranks
Unsealed WrathRetribution · row 7New
CLASSIC · RANK 1
No matching talent in this Classic comparison.
FOREVER · RANK 1
Your melee attacks store a copy of your active Seal for 15 sec, stacking up to 3 times. Landing an attack with a different Seal consumes all stacks, giving the stored Seal its normal chance to activate once per stack.Requires Repentance · 30 earlier-tree points · 1 rank
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Paladin
57 abilities
Oath of Light
+NewA new Holy talent protects one ally for five minutes and improves your Holy Light, Flash of Light and Holy Shock healing on them. The healing amount is not specified.
Ability details
Current ability
Oath of LightMaximum rank 1Row 4 · column 38% of base mana · 40 yd range
Instant
Swear an Oath to protect target ally for 5 min, increasing the healing of your Holy Light, Flash of Light, and Holy Shock on them. Only one Oath of Light may be sworn by the Paladin at any one time.
Shieldsworn
+NewHoly Strike gains a four-second shorter cooldown and uses your shield, triggering Holy Shield and Shield Specialization without spending their charges or cooldowns. It also lets you block spells for six seconds.
Ability details
Current ability
ShieldswornMaximum rank 1Row 7 · column 2Requires Holy ShieldReduces the cooldown of your Holy Strike ability by 4 sec. Additionally, Holy Strike now strikes with your shield, triggering your active Holy Shield and Shield Specialization talents without consuming their charges or triggering their cooldowns, and allowing you to Block spells for 6 sec.
Light's Vigil
•ChangedNow works only on friendly targets. Holy Shock still triggers the party heal without starting its cooldown; the enemy damage and Mana-refund interaction is removed. none → 730 Mana (Rank 1). Enemy: 20 yd range → 40 yd range (Rank 1, Rank 2, Rank 3). 730 Mana → 1.5 sec cast (Rank 1). Friendly: 40 yd range → 6 sec cooldown (Rank 1, Rank 2, Rank 3). 1.5 sec cast → none (Rank 1, Rank 2, Rank 3). 6 sec cooldown → none (Rank 1, Rank 2, Rank 3). none → 1000 Mana (Rank 2). 1000 Mana → 1.5 sec cast (Rank 2). none → 1340 Mana (Rank 3). 1340 Mana → 1.5 sec cast (Rank 3).
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Previous wording
Light's VigilMaximum rank 1Row 7 · column 2Requires Holy Shock730 Mana · Enemy: 20 yd range
Friendly: 40 yd range · 1.5 sec cast
6 sec cooldown
Applies Light's Vigil to the target for 30 sec. Your next Holy Shock cast on them triggers no cooldown and causes enemy targets to suffer 175 to 189 Holy damage and refund 75% of Light's Vigil's Mana cost, or allied targets to heal their party for 325 to 343. You may only have one Light's Vigil active per party.
Current wording
Light's VigilMaximum rank 1Row 7 · column 2Requires Holy Shock730 Mana · 40 yd range
1.5 sec cast · 6 sec cooldown
Applies Light's Vigil to a friendly target for 30 sec. The caster's next Holy Shock on the target incurs no cooldown and heals the target and their party for 325 to 343. Only one Vigil per Paladin may be active in each party.
More rank changes (3)
Rank 1
Before
Light's VigilRank 1Learned at level 40Requires its talentEnemy: 20 yd range
730 Mana · Friendly: 40 yd range
1.5 sec cast · 6 sec cooldown
Applies Light's Vigil to the target for 30 sec. Your next Holy Shock cast on them triggers no cooldown and causes enemy targets to suffer 175 to 189 Holy damage and refund 75% of Light's Vigil's Mana cost, or allied targets to heal their party for 325 to 343. You may only have one Light's Vigil active per party.
After
Light's VigilRank 1Learned at level 40Requires its talent730 Mana · 40 yd range
1.5 sec cast · 6 sec cooldown
Applies Light's Vigil to a friendly target for 30 sec. The caster's next Holy Shock on the target incurs no cooldown and heals the target and their party for 325 to 343. Only one Vigil per Paladin may be active in each party.
Rank 2
Before
Light's VigilRank 2Learned at level 50Enemy: 20 yd range
1,000 Mana · Friendly: 40 yd range
1.5 sec cast · 6 sec cooldown
Applies Light's Vigil to the target for 30 sec. Your next Holy Shock cast on them triggers no cooldown and causes enemy targets to suffer 268 to 288 Holy damage and refund 75% of Light's Vigil's Mana cost, or allied targets to heal their party for 486 to 514. You may only have one Light's Vigil active per party.
After
Light's VigilRank 2Learned at level 501,000 Mana · 40 yd range
1.5 sec cast · 6 sec cooldown
Applies Light's Vigil to a friendly target for 30 sec. The caster's next Holy Shock on the target incurs no cooldown and heals the target and their party for 486 to 514. Only one Vigil per Paladin may be active in each party.
Rank 3
Before
Light's VigilRank 3Learned at level 60Enemy: 20 yd range
1,340 Mana · Friendly: 40 yd range
1.5 sec cast · 6 sec cooldown
Applies Light's Vigil to the target for 30 sec. Your next Holy Shock cast on them triggers no cooldown and causes enemy targets to suffer 380 to 410 Holy damage and refund 75% of Light's Vigil's Mana cost, or allied targets to heal their party for 684 to 724. You may only have one Light's Vigil active per party.
After
Light's VigilRank 3Learned at level 601,340 Mana · 40 yd range
1.5 sec cast · 6 sec cooldown
Applies Light's Vigil to a friendly target for 30 sec. The caster's next Holy Shock on the target incurs no cooldown and heals the target and their party for 684 to 724. Only one Vigil per Paladin may be active in each party.
26Oct2026
Official development notesUnread
The final racial tuning pass
Races
Human
- Ruthless crit: 2% → 1%. Human Spirit: 5% → 10% Spirit.
Dwarf
- Earth Fury is removed. Artisan’s Precision adds 1% hit chance for spells and attacks.
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THE CLASS, EXPLAINED
PALADIN · Class guide
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Choose Paladin by its pace, rescue toolkit and three roles. Learn how seals, the taunt and shared mana change solo leveling, tanking and healing.
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A FEW THINGS TO KNOW
Paladin FAQ
What roles can Paladin play?
Tank, Healer, Damage. Choose a specialization and inspect its talents for the details.
What armor can Paladin wear?
Mail → Plate from level 40. The class facts use the existing reviewed planner proficiency rules.
Which races can be a Paladin?
Undead (Horde), Human (Alliance), Dwarf (Alliance).
When do base talent points begin?
The base budget starts with one point at level 10 and reaches 51 at level 60. The Talented Legacy bonus is configured separately in the talent planner.