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Holy Shield Holy Shield

Paladin · Protection · Row 7 of 7 · Single rank
Changed from Classic Active ability Requires Templar's Bulwark

Holy Shield sits in row 7 of the Paladin Protection tree, and you will need Templar's Bulwark maxed first. It has one rank and costs one talent point.

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

150 Mana · Instant: no cast time · Ability cooldown: 10 seconds (wait this long before using it again) · Requires Shields

What each rank of Holy Shield does

This talent has one rank. The effect below uses the beta-client wording.

  1. Rank 1: Increases chance to block by 30% for 10 sec, and deals 110 Holy damage for each attack blocked while active. Damage caused by Holy Shield causes 20% additional threat. Each block expends a charge. 4 charges.

How to reach it

Row 7 opens after you spend 30 points in the earlier Protection rows. Level 40 is the earliest you can pick up Holy Shield, and you will need Templar's Bulwark maxed first.

Is Holy Shield worth the points?

One point gives you the full effect. You also need to open row 7 (that is 30 points in the rows above), so take it when the talent suits your build.

Starter Paladin builds that use this talent

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

Try Holy Shield in the Paladin calculator

FAQ

How many points does Holy Shield cost?

One talent point.

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

Row 7 of the Protection tree. Spend 30 points in the rows above to open it. Level 40 is the earliest you can take it.

Does Holy Shield need another talent first?

Yes. Templar's Bulwark has to be maxed first.

Did Holy Shield 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: