Changes Coming to Specializations in World of Warcraft: Shadowlands
In the latest update on January 12, several specializations in World of Warcraft: Shadowlands are finally getting the changes they’ve been asking for. Whether players are raiding Castle Nathria, running Mythic+ dungeons, or participating in arena battles, these specs have been lacking.
According to the developers, the changes will take effect before the weekly reset in North America and the rest of the world. Details can be found in the Jan. 12 update.
The update focuses on adjustments to the Blood and Frost Death Knight, Frost Mage, Windwalker, and Brewmaster Monk, Assassination Rogue, and Fury Warrior. These changes specifically target ability damage and two-handed weapon equipment.
Of particular interest are the changes to Frost Mage, Assassination Rogue, and Fury Warrior. These adjustments could significantly impact the performance of these specializations, potentially boosting their rankings and overall effectiveness.
Class Changes
Death Knight
Blood
- The Bone Shield ability now grants armor equal to 70 percent of Strength (previously 50 percent)
Frost
- All damage is increased by an additional 2 percent when using a two-handed weapon
Monk
Windwalker
- All damage is increased by an additional 2 percent when using a two-handed weapon
Brewmaster
- All damage is increased by an additional 2 percent when using a two-handed weapon
Warrior
Fury
- All damage abilities increased by 8 percent, except for Bladestorm and Dragon Roar
- The Meat Cleaver talent now increases Whirlwind’s damage by 25 percent (previously 30 percent)
PVP
- Players will now drop PvP flags if they cast Podtender, including Temple of Kotmogu orbs
These changes will go live later today on the North American and Oceanian servers. European players will have to wait until tomorrow’s reset to experience the adjustments.