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Anticipation Anticipation

Paladin · Protection · Row 2 of 7 · 5 ranks
Changed from Classic

Anticipation sits in row 2 of the Paladin Protection tree. It has 5 ranks, costing one point each.

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

What each rank of Anticipation does

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

  1. Rank 1: Increases your Defense Skill by 4.
  2. Rank 2: Increases your Defense Skill by 8.
  3. Rank 3: Increases your Defense Skill by 12.
  4. Rank 4: Increases your Defense Skill by 16.
  5. Rank 5: Increases your Defense Skill by 20.

How to reach it

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

Is Anticipation 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 Paladin builds that use this talent

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

Try Anticipation in the Paladin calculator

FAQ

How many points does Anticipation cost?

Up to 5 points, one per rank. You can stop at any rank.

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

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

Did Anticipation change from Classic?

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

Check more Protection talents

More talents in the Protection tree: