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Benediction Benediction

Paladin · Retribution · Row 1 of 7 · 5 ranks
Changed from Classic

Benediction sits in row 1 of the Paladin Retribution 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 Benediction does

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

  1. Rank 1: Reduces the Mana cost of all instant cast spells and abilities by 2%.
  2. Rank 2: Reduces the Mana cost of all instant cast spells and abilities by 4%.
  3. Rank 3: Reduces the Mana cost of all instant cast spells and abilities by 6%.
  4. Rank 4: Reduces the Mana cost of all instant cast spells and abilities by 8%.
  5. Rank 5: Reduces the Mana cost of all instant cast spells and abilities by 10%.

How to reach it

Row 1 is open from the start. Level 10 is the earliest you can pick up Benediction.

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

Try Benediction in the Paladin calculator

FAQ

How many points does Benediction cost?

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

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

Row 1 of the Retribution tree. It is open from the start, and level 10 is the earliest you can take it.

Did Benediction change from Classic?

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

Check more Retribution talents

More talents in the Retribution tree: