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Arcane Impact Arcane Impact

Mage · Arcane · Row 3 of 7 · 3 ranks
Changed from Classic

Arcane Impact sits in row 3 of the Mage Arcane tree. It has 3 ranks, costing one point each.

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

What each rank of Arcane Impact 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 your Arcane spells by 2%.
  2. Rank 2: Increases the critical strike chance of your Arcane spells by 4%.
  3. Rank 3: Increases the critical strike chance of your Arcane spells by 6%.

How to reach it

Row 3 opens after you spend 10 points in the earlier Arcane rows. Level 20 is the earliest you can pick up Arcane Impact.

Is Arcane Impact 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 Mage builds that use this talent

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

Try Arcane Impact in the Mage calculator

FAQ

How many points does Arcane Impact cost?

Up to 3 points, one per rank. You can stop at any rank.

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

Row 3 of the Arcane tree. Spend 10 points in the rows above to open it. Level 20 is the earliest you can take it.

Did Arcane Impact change from Classic?

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

Check more Arcane talents

More talents in the Arcane tree: