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Dual Wield Specialization
Rogue · Combat · Row 4 of 7 · 5 ranks
Changed from Classic Requires Precision
Dual Wield Specialization sits in row 4 of the Rogue Combat tree, and you will need Precision maxed first. 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 Dual Wield Specialization does
Each point buys one rank. Compare the effects below to decide how many points to spend.
- Rank 1: Increases the damage done by your off-hand weapon by 5%.
- Rank 2: Increases the damage done by your off-hand weapon by 10%.
- Rank 3: Increases the damage done by your off-hand weapon by 15%.
- Rank 4: Increases the damage done by your off-hand weapon by 20%.
- Rank 5: Increases the damage done by your off-hand weapon by 25%.
How to reach it
Row 4 opens after you spend 15 points in the earlier Combat rows. Level 25 is the earliest you can pick up Dual Wield Specialization, and you will need Precision maxed first.
Is Dual Wield 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 Rogue builds that use this talent
These starter builds already put points into Dual Wield Specialization. Open one to see the full allocation:
- Combat Swords (DPS · Raids)
- Combat PvP (PvP · Combat)
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FAQ
How many points does Dual Wield Specialization cost?
Up to 5 points, one per rank. You can stop at any rank.
Which row is Dual Wield Specialization in, and how do I open that row?
Row 4 of the Combat tree. Spend 15 points in the rows above to open it. Level 25 is the earliest you can take it.
Does Dual Wield Specialization need another talent first?
Yes. Precision has to be maxed first.
Did Dual Wield Specialization change from Classic?
Yes. Its effect or rank wording is different in Forever, so read the ranks above before spending points.
Check more Combat talents
More talents in the Combat tree:
