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One-Handed Weapon Specialization One-Handed Weapon Specialization

Paladin · Protection · Row 4 of 7 · 3 ranks
Changed from Classic

One-Handed Weapon Specialization sits in row 4 of the Paladin Protection 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 One-Handed Weapon Specialization does

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

  1. Rank 1: Increases the damage you deal with one-handed melee weapons by 3%.
  2. Rank 2: Increases the damage you deal with one-handed melee weapons by 7%.
  3. Rank 3: Increases the damage you deal with one-handed melee weapons by 10%.

How to reach it

Row 4 opens after you spend 15 points in the earlier Protection rows. Level 25 is the earliest you can pick up One-Handed Weapon Specialization.

Is One-Handed Weapon Specialization 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 One-Handed Weapon Specialization. Open one to see the full allocation:

Try One-Handed Weapon Specialization in the Paladin calculator

FAQ

How many points does One-Handed Weapon Specialization cost?

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

Which row is One-Handed Weapon Specialization in, and how do I open that row?

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

Did One-Handed Weapon Specialization 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: