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Setup Setup

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

Setup sits in row 2 of the Rogue Subtlety 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 Setup does

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

  1. Rank 1: Gives you a 33% chance to add a Combo Point to your target after Dodging one of their attacks or fully resisting one of their spells.
  2. Rank 2: Gives you a 67% chance to add a Combo Point to your target after Dodging one of their attacks or fully resisting one of their spells.
  3. Rank 3: Gives you a 100% chance to add a Combo Point to your target after Dodging one of their attacks or fully resisting one of their spells.

How to reach it

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

Is Setup 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 Setup. Open one to see the full allocation:

Try Setup in the Rogue calculator

FAQ

How many points does Setup cost?

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

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

Row 2 of the Subtlety tree. Spend 5 points in the rows above to open it. Level 15 is the earliest you can take it.

Did Setup change from Classic?

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

Check more Subtlety talents

More talents in the Subtlety tree: