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Improved Gouge Improved Gouge

Rogue · Assassination · Row 1 of 7 · 3 ranks
Changed from Classic

Improved Gouge sits in row 1 of the Rogue Assassination 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 Improved Gouge does

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

  1. Rank 1: Increases the duration of your Gouge ability by 0.5 sec.
  2. Rank 2: Increases the duration of your Gouge ability by 1 sec.
  3. Rank 3: Increases the duration of your Gouge ability by 1.5 sec.

How to reach it

Row 1 is open from the start. Level 10 is the earliest you can pick up Improved Gouge.

Is Improved Gouge 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 Improved Gouge. Open one to see the full allocation:

Try Improved Gouge in the Rogue calculator

FAQ

How many points does Improved Gouge cost?

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

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

Row 1 of the Assassination tree. It is open from the start, and level 10 is the earliest you can take it.

Did Improved Gouge change from Classic?

Yes. Its effect or rank wording is different in Forever, so read the ranks above before spending points.

Check more Assassination talents

More talents in the Assassination tree: