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Ancestral Knowledge Ancestral Knowledge

Shaman · Enhancement · Row 1 of 7 · 5 ranks
Changed from Classic

Ancestral Knowledge sits in row 1 of the Shaman Enhancement tree. 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 Ancestral Knowledge does

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

  1. Rank 1: Increases your Intellect by 2%.
  2. Rank 2: Increases your Intellect by 4%.
  3. Rank 3: Increases your Intellect by 6%.
  4. Rank 4: Increases your Intellect by 8%.
  5. Rank 5: Increases your Intellect by 10%.

How to reach it

Row 1 is open from the start. Level 10 is the earliest you can pick up Ancestral Knowledge.

Is Ancestral Knowledge 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 Shaman builds that use this talent

These starter builds already put points into Ancestral Knowledge. Open one to see the full allocation:

Try Ancestral Knowledge in the Shaman calculator

FAQ

How many points does Ancestral Knowledge cost?

Up to 5 points, one per rank. You can stop at any rank.

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

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

Did Ancestral Knowledge change from Classic?

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

Check more Enhancement talents

More talents in the Enhancement tree: