Conviction

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

Conviction sits in row 2 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 Conviction does

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

Rank 1: Improves your chance to get a critical strike with melee attacks by 1%.
Rank 2: Improves your chance to get a critical strike with melee attacks by 2%.
Rank 3: Improves your chance to get a critical strike with melee attacks by 3%.
Rank 4: Improves your chance to get a critical strike with melee attacks by 4%.
Rank 5: Improves your chance to get a critical strike with melee attacks by 5%.

How to reach it

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

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

Retribution Crusader (DPS · Raids and PvP)

Try Conviction in the Paladin calculator

FAQ

How many points does Conviction cost?

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

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

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

Did Conviction 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:

✦ Conviction