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Ruin Ruin

Warlock · Destruction · Row 3 of 7 · 5 ranks
Changed from Classic

Ruin sits in row 3 of the Warlock Destruction 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 Ruin does

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

  1. Rank 1: Increases the critical strike damage bonus of your Destruction spells by 20%.
  2. Rank 2: Increases the critical strike damage bonus of your Destruction spells by 40%.
  3. Rank 3: Increases the critical strike damage bonus of your Destruction spells by 60%.
  4. Rank 4: Increases the critical strike damage bonus of your Destruction spells by 80%.
  5. Rank 5: Increases the critical strike damage bonus of your Destruction spells by 100%.

How to reach it

Row 3 opens after you spend 10 points in the earlier Destruction rows. Level 20 is the earliest you can pick up Ruin.

Is Ruin 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 Warlock builds that use this talent

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

Try Ruin in the Warlock calculator

FAQ

How many points does Ruin cost?

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

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

Row 3 of the Destruction tree. Spend 10 points in the rows above to open it. Level 20 is the earliest you can take it.

Did Ruin change from Classic?

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

Check more Destruction talents

More talents in the Destruction tree: