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Mortal Shots Mortal Shots

Hunter · Marksmanship · Row 4 of 7 · 5 ranks
Changed from Classic Requires Careful Aim

Mortal Shots sits in row 4 of the Hunter Marksmanship tree, and you will need Careful Aim maxed first. It has 5 ranks, costing one point each.

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

What each rank of Mortal Shots does

Each point buys one rank. Compare the effects below to decide how many points to spend.

  1. Rank 1: Increases the critical strike damage bonus on all ranged abilities by 6%.
  2. Rank 2: Increases the critical strike damage bonus on all ranged abilities by 12%.
  3. Rank 3: Increases the critical strike damage bonus on all ranged abilities by 18%.
  4. Rank 4: Increases the critical strike damage bonus on all ranged abilities by 24%.
  5. Rank 5: Increases the critical strike damage bonus on all ranged abilities by 30%.

How to reach it

Row 4 opens after you spend 15 points in the earlier Marksmanship rows. Level 25 is the earliest you can pick up Mortal Shots, and you will need Careful Aim maxed first.

Is Mortal Shots worth the points?

Compare the benefit of another rank with your other talent choices. Take the final rank when it supports your build. You can leave it partially ranked if you do not need the final effect or its dependent talents.

Starter Hunter builds that use this talent

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

Try Mortal Shots in the Hunter calculator

FAQ

How many points does Mortal Shots cost?

Up to 5 points, one per rank. You can stop at any rank.

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

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

Does Mortal Shots need another talent first?

Yes. Careful Aim has to be maxed first.

Did Mortal Shots change from Classic?

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

Check more Marksmanship talents

More talents in the Marksmanship tree: