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Shatter Shatter

Mage · Frost · Row 4 of 7 · 3 ranks
Changed from Classic

Shatter sits in row 4 of the Mage Frost 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 Shatter 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 spells against Frozen targets by 17%.
  2. Rank 2: Increases the critical strike chance of all your spells against Frozen targets by 33%.
  3. Rank 3: Increases the critical strike chance of all your spells against Frozen targets by 50%.

How to reach it

Row 4 opens after you spend 15 points in the earlier Frost rows. Level 25 is the earliest you can pick up Shatter.

Is Shatter 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 Shatter. Open one to see the full allocation:

Try Shatter in the Mage calculator

FAQ

How many points does Shatter cost?

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

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

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

Did Shatter 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: