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Savage Strikes Savage Strikes

Hunter · Survival · Row 2 of 7 · 2 ranks
Changed from Classic

Savage Strikes sits in row 2 of the Hunter Survival tree. It has 2 ranks, costing one point each.

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

What each rank of Savage Strikes does

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

  1. Rank 1: Increases the critical strike chance of all your melee abilities by 2%.
  2. Rank 2: Increases the critical strike chance of all your melee abilities by 4%.

How to reach it

Row 2 opens after you spend 5 points in the earlier Survival rows. Level 15 is the earliest you can pick up Savage Strikes.

Is Savage Strikes 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 Savage Strikes. Open one to see the full allocation:

Try Savage Strikes in the Hunter calculator

FAQ

How many points does Savage Strikes cost?

Up to 2 points, one per rank. You can stop at any rank.

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

Row 2 of the Survival tree. Spend 5 points in the rows above to open it. Level 15 is the earliest you can take it.

Did Savage Strikes 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: