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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. A talent tree is simply the grid of talents for one class role, and you will need Cold Snap 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.
305 Mana | Instant | 30 sec cooldown
What Ice Barrier 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.
- 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 Ice Barrier
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. The real cost is opening row 7. That is 30 points in the rows above, so take it when the talent suits your build.
Try Ice Barrier in the Mage calculator
Elsewhere in Frost
Planning the rest of the tree? These talents sit right next to Ice Barrier:
Frost Warding · Improved Frostbolt · Elemental Precision · Ice Shards · Permafrost · Improved Frost Nova · Frostbite · Piercing Ice · Frost Channeling · Ice Lance · Improved Blizzard · Arctic Reach