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Improved Shield Wall Improved Shield Wall

Warrior · Protection · Row 5 of 7 · 2 ranks
Changed from Classic

Improved Shield Wall sits in row 5 of the Warrior Protection tree. It has 2 ranks, costing one point each.

Changed from Classic. Check the rank effects below before reusing a Classic build.

What each rank of Improved Shield Wall does

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

  1. Rank 1: Reduces the cooldown of your Shield Wall ability by 5.5 min.
  2. Rank 2: Reduces the cooldown of your Shield Wall ability by 11.0 min.

How to reach it

Row 5 opens after you spend 20 points in the earlier Protection rows. Level 30 is the earliest you can pick up Improved Shield Wall.

Is Improved Shield Wall 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.

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FAQ

How many points does Improved Shield Wall cost?

Up to 2 points, one per rank. You can stop at any rank.

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

Row 5 of the Protection tree. Spend 20 points in the rows above to open it. Level 30 is the earliest you can take it.

Did Improved Shield Wall change from Classic?

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

Check more Protection talents

More talents in the Protection tree: