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Improved Healing Wave Improved Healing Wave

Shaman · Restoration · Row 1 of 7 · 5 ranks

Improved Healing Wave sits in row 1 of the Shaman Restoration tree. It has 5 ranks, costing one point each.

What each rank of Improved Healing Wave does

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

  1. Rank 1: Reduces the casting time of your Healing Wave spell by 0.1 sec.
  2. Rank 2: Reduces the casting time of your Healing Wave spell by 0.2 sec.
  3. Rank 3: Reduces the casting time of your Healing Wave spell by 0.3 sec.
  4. Rank 4: Reduces the casting time of your Healing Wave spell by 0.4 sec.
  5. Rank 5: Reduces the casting time of your Healing Wave spell by 0.5 sec.

How to reach it

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

Is Improved Healing Wave 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 Improved Healing Wave. Open one to see the full allocation:

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FAQ

How many points does Improved Healing Wave cost?

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

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

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

Check more Restoration talents

More talents in the Restoration tree: