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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. A talent tree is simply the grid of talents for one class role, and you will need Deterrence maxed first. It costs just one point. So the only question is whether opening its row fits your build.

Changed from Classic. This talent now works differently than in Classic, so read the ranks below before you spend any points.

30 Mana | Melee Range | Instant | 5 sec cooldown

What Counterattack does at each rank

A rank is one level of a talent. Every rank makes the effect a bit stronger. The list below uses the exact wording from the beta client, word for word.

  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 Counterattack

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. The real cost is opening row 4. That is 15 points in the rows above, so take it when the talent suits your build.

Starter builds that take it

These starter builds already put points into Counterattack. Open one and see how it fits in a real build:

Try Counterattack in the Hunter calculator

Elsewhere in Survival

Planning the rest of the tree? These talents sit right next to Counterattack:

Improved Tracking · Deflection · Entrapment · Savage Strikes · Survivalist · Improved Wing Clip · Clever Traps · Surefooted · Deterrence · Survival Tactics · Predator's Edge · Resourcefulness