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Ice Barrier Ice Barrier

Mage · Frost · Row 7 of 7 · Single rank
Changed from Classic Active ability Requires Cold Snap

Ice Barrier sits in row 7 of the Mage Frost tree, and you will need Cold Snap maxed first. It has one rank and costs one talent point.

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

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

What each rank of Ice Barrier does

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

  1. Rank 1: Instantly shields you, absorbing 447 damage. Lasts 1 min. While the shield holds, your spellcasts will not be interrupted or delayed from taking damage.

How to reach it

Row 7 opens after you spend 30 points in the earlier Frost rows. Level 40 is the earliest you can pick up Ice Barrier, and you will need Cold Snap maxed first.

Is Ice Barrier worth the points?

One point gives you the full effect. You also need to open row 7 (that is 30 points in the rows above), so take it when the talent suits your build.

Starter Mage builds that use this talent

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

Try Ice Barrier in the Mage calculator

FAQ

How many points does Ice Barrier cost?

One talent point.

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

Row 7 of the Frost tree. Spend 30 points in the rows above to open it. Level 40 is the earliest you can take it.

Does Ice Barrier need another talent first?

Yes. Cold Snap has to be maxed first.

Did Ice Barrier change from Classic?

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

Check more Frost talents

More talents in the Frost tree: