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Counterattack Counterattack

Hunter · Survival · Row 4 of 7 · Single rank
Changed from Classic Active ability Requires Deterrence

Counterattack sits in row 4 of the Hunter Survival tree, and you will need Deterrence maxed first. It has one rank and costs one talent point.

Changed from Classic. Check the rank effects below before reusing a Classic build.

30 Mana · Melee Range · Instant: no cast time · Ability cooldown: 5 seconds (wait this long before using it again)

What each rank of Counterattack does

This talent has one rank. The effect below uses the beta-client wording.

  1. Rank 1: A strike that becomes active after parrying an opponent's attack. This attack deals 50% weapon damage plus 13 and immobilizes the target for 5 sec. Counterattack cannot be blocked, dodged, or parried.

How to reach it

Row 4 opens after you spend 15 points in the earlier Survival rows. Level 25 is the earliest you can pick up Counterattack, and you will need Deterrence maxed first.

Is Counterattack worth the points?

One point gives you the full effect. You also need to open row 4 (that is 15 points in the rows above), so take it when the talent suits your build.

Starter Hunter builds that use this talent

These starter builds already put points into Counterattack. Open one to see the full allocation:

Try Counterattack in the Hunter calculator

FAQ

How many points does Counterattack cost?

One talent point.

Which row is Counterattack in, and how do I open that row?

Row 4 of the Survival tree. Spend 15 points in the rows above to open it. Level 25 is the earliest you can take it.

Does Counterattack need another talent first?

Yes. Deterrence has to be maxed first.

Did Counterattack change from Classic?

Yes. Its effect or rank wording is different in Forever, so read the ranks above before spending points.

Check more Survival talents

More talents in the Survival tree: