Deflection

Rogue · Combat · Row 2 of 7 · 3 ranks
Changed from Classic

Deflection sits in row 2 of the Rogue Combat tree. A talent tree is simply the grid of talents for one class role. It can take up to 3 points. Max it fully, or put in a few points just to open the rows below.

Changed from Classic. This talent now works differently than in Classic, so read the ranks below before you spend any points.

What Deflection does at each rank

A rank is one level of a talent. Every rank makes the effect a bit stronger. The list below uses the exact wording from the beta client, word for word.

Rank 1: Increases your Parry chance by 2%.
Rank 2: Increases your Parry chance by 4%.
Rank 3: Increases your Parry chance by 6%.

How to reach Deflection

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

Is Deflection worth the points?

Every rank makes the effect stronger, so putting in a few points while leveling is totally fine. Max it when the final rank is the heart of your endgame build, or when you need it maxed to open the talents below. And if you only need it as a stepping stone, no shame in stopping early.

What it unlocks

Once Deflection is maxed, it opens this talent deeper in the tree: Riposte.

Starter builds that take it

These starter builds already put points into Deflection. Open one and see how it fits in a real build:

Combat Swords (DPS · Raids)

Try Deflection in the Rogue calculator

Elsewhere in Combat

Planning the rest of the tree? These talents sit right next to Deflection:

Improved Eviscerate · Improved Sinister Strike · Lightning Reflexes · Puncturing Wounds · Precision · Endurance · Riposte · Improved Sprint · Improved Kick · Flawless Execution · Dual Wield Specialization · Blade Flurry

✦ Deflection