Warlock
Warlock abilities by level in WoW Forever
In WoW Forever the Warlock learns 49 abilities from level 1 to 60, 161 ranks in all, according to the game files of the beta (build 1.60.1.70532). Compared with Classic Era, 3 are new, 25 have new numbers, levels or ranks and 2 Classic abilities are gone. Every rank below has its level, cost, cast time, cooldown and effect.
- abilities
- 49
- ranks
- 161
- new
- 3
- changed
- 25
- new text
- 5
- as in Classic
- 16
- removed
- 2
Which abilities does the Warlock learn at each level?
The WoW Forever Warlock learns something at 30 different levels between 1 and 60, for 161 ranks of 49 abilities. At level 1 it starts with Demon Skin, Immolate, Shadow Bolt and Summon Imp. The table gives each rank at the level written in the beta game files, with its cost, cast time, cooldown, range and effect, and what Classic Era had when it differs.
| Ability | Cost and timing | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Level 1 | ||
| Demon SkinRank 1New textAutomaticKnown from the start in Classic | 50 manaInstant | Protects the caster, increasing armor by 40 and increases health regeneration by 3 health per 5 sec. for 30 min.Classic: Protects the caster, increasing armor by 40 and restores 3 Health per 5 sec. for 30 min. |
| ImmolateRank 1Changed | 25 mana2 sec cast30 yd range | Burns the enemy for 8 Fire damage and then an additional 15 Fire damage over 15 sec.Classic: Burns the enemy for 8 Fire damage and then an additional 20 Fire damage over 15 sec. |
| Shadow BoltRank 1ChangedAutomaticKnown from the start in Classic | 25 mana1.7 sec cast30 yd range | Sends a shadowy bolt at the enemy, causing 11 to 15 Shadow damage.Classic: Sends a shadowy bolt at the enemy, causing 12 to 16 Shadow damage. |
| Summon ImpQuest in Classic | 80% of base mana10 sec cast | Summons an Imp under the command of the Warlock. |
| Level 4 | ||
| CorruptionRank 1 | 35 mana2 sec cast30 yd range | Corrupts the target, causing 40 Shadow damage over 12 sec. |
| Curse of WeaknessRank 1Changed | 20 manaInstant30 yd range | Physical damage caused by the target is reduced by 4 for 2 min. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target.Classic: Damage caused by the target is reduced by 3 for 2 min. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target. |
| Level 6 | ||
| Life TapRank 1Changed | Instant | Converts (depends on your stats) Health into (depends on your stats) Mana for you. Spirit increases the amount converted.Classic: Converts 20 health into 20 mana. |
| Shadow BoltRank 2Changed | 40 mana2.2 sec cast30 yd range | Sends a shadowy bolt at the enemy, causing 20 to 26 Shadow damage.Classic: Sends a shadowy bolt at the enemy, causing 23 to 29 Shadow damage. |
| Level 8 | ||
| Bane of AgonyRank 1Changed | 25 manaInstant30 yd range | Afflicts the target with agony, causing 72 Shadow damage over 24 sec. This damage is dealt slowly at first, and builds up as the Bane reaches its full duration. Only one Bane per Warlock can be active on any one target.Classic: Curses the target with agony, causing 84 Shadow damage over 24 sec. This damage is dealt slowly at first, and builds up as the Curse reaches its full duration. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target. |
| FearRank 1 | 15% of base mana1.5 sec cast20 yd range | Strikes fear in the enemy, causing it to run in fear for up to 10 sec. Damage caused may interrupt the effect. Only 1 target can be feared at a time. |
| Level 10 | ||
| Create HealthstoneRank 1Changed | 95 mana3 sec castReagents: 1 Soul Shard | Creates a Minor Healthstone that can be used to instantly restore 120 health. Conjured items disappear if logged out for more than 15 minutes.Classic: Creates a Minor Healthstone that can be used to instantly restore 100 health. Conjured items disappear if logged out for more than 15 minutes. |
| Demon SkinRank 2New text | 120 manaInstant | Protects the caster, increasing armor by 120 and increases health regeneration by 5 health per 5 sec. for 30 min.Classic: Protects the caster, increasing armor by 120 and restores 5 Health per 5 sec. for 30 min. |
| Drain SoulRank 1Changed | 55 manaChanneled, 15 sec30 yd range | Drains the soul of the target, causing 85 Shadow damage over 15 sec. Non-trivial targets damaged by Drain Soul have a chance to grant you a Soul Shard. Non-trivial targets killed by Drain Soul will always grant you a Soul shard. Soul Shards are required for other spells.Classic: Drains the soul of the target, causing 55 Shadow damage over 15 sec. If the target dies while being drained, and yields experience or honor, the caster gains a Soul Shard. Soul Shards are required for other spells. |
| ImmolateRank 2Changed | 45 mana2 sec cast30 yd range | Burns the enemy for 17 Fire damage and then an additional 30 Fire damage over 15 sec.Classic: Burns the enemy for 19 Fire damage and then an additional 40 Fire damage over 15 sec. |
| Summon VoidwalkerQuest in Classic | 100% of base mana10 sec castReagents: 1 Soul Shard | Summons a Voidwalker under the command of the Warlock. |
| Level 12 | ||
| Curse of WeaknessRank 2Changed | 35 manaInstant30 yd range | Physical damage caused by the target is reduced by 7 for 2 min. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target.Classic: Damage caused by the target is reduced by 6 for 2 min. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target. |
| Health FunnelRank 1Changed | 11Channeled, 10 sec20 yd range | Gives 12 health to the caster's pet every second for 10 sec as long as the caster channels. Generates reduced threat.Classic: Gives 12 health to the caster's pet every second for 10 sec as long as the caster channels. |
| Shadow BoltRank 3Changed | 70 mana2.8 sec cast30 yd range | Sends a shadowy bolt at the enemy, causing 37 to 43 Shadow damage.Classic: Sends a shadowy bolt at the enemy, causing 48 to 56 Shadow damage. |
| Level 14 | ||
| CorruptionRank 2Changed | 55 mana2 sec cast30 yd range | Corrupts the target, causing 65 Shadow damage over 15 sec.Classic: Corrupts the target, causing 90 Shadow damage over 15 sec. |
| Curse of RecklessnessRank 1Changed | 35 manaInstant30 yd range | Curses the target with recklessness, reducing the target's armor by 175 for 2 min. Cursed enemies will not flee and will ignore Fear and Horror effects. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target.Classic: Curses the target with recklessness, increasing melee attack power by 20 but reducing armor by 140 for 2 min. Cursed enemies will not flee and will ignore Fear and Horror effects. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target. |
| Drain LifeRank 1Changed | 55 manaChanneled, 5 sec20 yd range | Transfers 10 health every 1 second from the target to the caster. Lasts 5 sec.Classic: Transfers 10 health every second from the target to the caster. Lasts 5 sec. |
| Level 16 | ||
| Life TapRank 2Changed | Instant | Converts (depends on your stats) Health into (depends on your stats) Mana for you. Spirit increases the amount converted.Classic: Converts 65 health into 65 mana |
| Unending Breath | 50 manaInstant30 yd range | Allows the target to breathe underwater for 10 min. |
| Level 18 | ||
| Bane of AgonyRank 2Changed | 50 manaInstant30 yd range | Afflicts the target with agony, causing 120 Shadow damage over 24 sec. This damage is dealt slowly at first, and builds up as the Bane reaches its full duration. Only one Bane per Warlock can be active on any one target.Classic: Curses the target with agony, causing 180 Shadow damage over 24 sec. This damage is dealt slowly at first, and builds up as the Curse reaches its full duration. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target. |
| Create SoulstoneRank 1 | 85% of base mana3 sec castReagents: 1 Soul Shard | Creates a Minor Soulstone. The Soulstone can be used to store one target's soul. If the target dies while their soul is stored, they will be able to resurrect with 400 health and 700 mana. Conjured items disappear if logged out for more than 15 minutes. |
| Searing PainRank 1Changed | 45 mana1.5 sec cast30 yd range | Inflict searing pain on the enemy target, causing 21 to 25 Fire damage. Causes a high amount of threat.Classic: Inflict searing pain on the enemy target, causing 34 to 42 Fire damage. Causes a high amount of threat. |
| Level 20 | ||
| Curse of the ElementsRank 1Changed | 50 manaInstant30 yd range | Curses the target for 5 min, reducing Magic resistances by 30 and increases Magic damage taken by 4%. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target.Classic: level 32Classic: Curses the target for 5 min, reducing Fire and Frost resistances by 45 and increasing Fire and Frost damage taken by 6%. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target.Classic: 100 mana, Instant, 30 yd range |
| Demon ArmorRank 1New text | 275 manaInstant | Protects the caster, increasing armor by 210, Shadow resistance by 3 and increases health regeneration by 7 health per 5 sec. for 30 min.Classic: Protects the caster, increasing armor by 210, Shadow resistance by 3 and restores 7 health every 5 sec. for 30 min. |
| Health FunnelRank 2Changed | 15Channeled, 10 sec20 yd range | Gives 24 health to the caster's pet every second for 10 sec as long as the caster channels. Generates reduced threat.Classic: Gives 24 health to the caster's pet every second for 10 sec as long as the caster channels. |
| ImmolateRank 3Changed | 90 mana2 sec cast30 yd range | Burns the enemy for 32 Fire damage and then an additional 60 Fire damage over 15 sec.Classic: Burns the enemy for 45 Fire damage and then an additional 90 Fire damage over 15 sec. |
| Rain of FireRank 1Changed | 295 manaChanneled, 8 sec30 yd range | Calls down a fiery rain to burn enemies in the area of effect for 160 Fire damage over 8 sec.Classic: Calls down a fiery rain to burn enemies in the area of effect for 168 Fire damage over 8 sec. |
| Ritual of Summoning | 300 manaChanneled, 10 min30 yd rangeReagents: 1 Soul Shard | Begins a ritual that summons the targeted group member. Requires the caster and 2 additional party members to complete the ritual. In order to participate, all players must be out of combat and right-click the portal and not move until the ritual is complete. |
| Shadow BoltRank 4Changed | 110 mana3 sec cast30 yd range | Sends a shadowy bolt at the enemy, causing 54 to 62 Shadow damage.Classic: Sends a shadowy bolt at the enemy, causing 86 to 98 Shadow damage. |
| Summon IncubusNew | 100% of base mana10 sec castReagents: 1 Soul Shard | Summons an Incubus under the command of the Warlock.Blizzard: Class Deep Dive: Rogue and Warlock (October 7, 2026) |
| Summon SuccubusQuest in Classic | 100% of base mana10 sec castReagents: 1 Soul Shard | Summons a Succubus under the command of the Warlock. |
| Level 22 | ||
| Create HealthstoneRank 2Changed | 240 mana3 sec castReagents: 1 Soul Shard | Creates a Lesser Healthstone that can be used to instantly restore 300 health. Conjured items disappear if logged out for more than 15 minutes.Classic: Creates a Lesser Healthstone that can be used to instantly restore 250 health. Conjured items disappear if logged out for more than 15 minutes. |
| Curse of WeaknessRank 3Changed | 70 manaInstant30 yd range | Physical damage caused by the target is reduced by 12 for 2 min. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target.Classic: Damage caused by the target is reduced by 10 for 2 min. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target. |
| Drain LifeRank 2Changed | 85 manaChanneled, 5 sec20 yd range | Transfers 14 health every 1 second from the target to the caster. Lasts 5 sec.Classic: Transfers 17 health every second from the target to the caster. Lasts 5 sec. |
| Eye of Kilrogg | 100 manaChanneled, 45 sec50000 yd range | Summons an Eye of Kilrogg and binds your vision to it. The eye moves quickly but is very fragile. |
| Level 24 | ||
| CorruptionRank 3Changed | 100 mana2 sec cast30 yd range | Corrupts the target, causing 132 Shadow damage over 18 sec.Classic: Corrupts the target, causing 222 Shadow damage over 18 sec. |
| Drain ManaRank 1 | 95 manaChanneled, 5 sec20 yd range | Transfers 42 Mana every 1 sec from the target to the caster. Lasts 5 sec. |
| Drain SoulRank 2Changed | 125 manaChanneled, 15 sec30 yd range | Drains the soul of the target, causing 170 Shadow damage over 15 sec. Non-trivial targets damaged by Drain Soul have a chance to grant you a Soul Shard. Non-trivial targets killed by Drain Soul will always grant you a Soul shard. Soul Shards are required for other spells.Classic: Drains the soul of the target, causing 155 Shadow damage over 15 sec. If the target dies while being drained, and yields experience or honor, the caster gains a Soul Shard. Soul Shards are required for other spells. |
| Sense Demons | Instant | Shows the location of all nearby demons on the minimap until cancelled. Only one type of tracking can be used at a time. |
| ShadowburnRank 2ChangedTalent needed | 130 manaInstant15 sec cooldown30 yd rangeReagents: 1 Soul Shard | Instantly blasts the target for 75 to 85 Shadow damage. If the target dies within 8 sec of Shadowburn, and yields experience or honor, the caster gains a Soul Shard.Classic: Instantly blasts the target for 115 to 131 Shadow damage. If the target dies within 5 sec of Shadowburn, and yields experience or honor, the caster gains a Soul Shard.Classic: 130 mana, Instant, 15 sec cooldown, 20 yd range |
| Level 26 | ||
| Curse of TonguesRank 1New text | 80 manaInstant30 yd range | Forces the target to speak in Demonic, increasing the casting time of all spells by 50%. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target. Lasts 30 sec.Classic: Forces the target to speak in Demonic, slowing the casting time of all spells by 50%. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target. Lasts 30 sec. |
| Detect InvisibilityRank 1 | 50 manaInstant30 yd range | Allows the friendly target to detect lesser invisibility for 10 min. |
| Life TapRank 3Changed | Instant | Converts (depends on your stats) Health into (depends on your stats) Mana for you. Spirit increases the amount converted.Classic: Converts 130 health into 130 mana |
| Searing PainRank 2Changed | 68 mana1.5 sec cast30 yd range | Inflict searing pain on the enemy target, causing 30 to 36 Fire damage. Causes a high amount of threat.Classic: Inflict searing pain on the enemy target, causing 59 to 71 Fire damage. Causes a high amount of threat. |
| Level 28 | ||
| Bane of AgonyRank 3Changed | 90 manaInstant30 yd range | Afflicts the target with agony, causing 168 Shadow damage over 24 sec. This damage is dealt slowly at first, and builds up as the Bane reaches its full duration. Only one Bane per Warlock can be active on any one target.Classic: Curses the target with agony, causing 324 Shadow damage over 24 sec. This damage is dealt slowly at first, and builds up as the Curse reaches its full duration. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target. |
| BanishRank 1 | 100 mana1.5 sec cast30 yd range | Banishes the enemy target, preventing all action but making it invulnerable for up to 20 sec. Only one target can be banished at a time. Only works on Demons and Elementals. |
| Create FirestoneRank 1Changed | 500 mana3 sec castReagents: 1 Soul Shard | Creates a Lesser Firestone which can be used to enchant your weapon with Fire, increasing your spell critical strike chance by 1% and the damage done by your Fire spells by up to 10. Conjured items disappear if logged out for more than 15 minutes.Classic: Creates a Lesser Firestone which can be equipped in the off hand. When equipped, enchants the main hand weapon with fire, granting each attack a chance to deal 25 to 35 additional Fire damage. In addition, equipping the Lesser Firestone increases the damage done by fire spells by 10. Conjured items disappear if logged out for more than 15 minutes. |
| Curse of RecklessnessRank 2Changed | 60 manaInstant30 yd range | Curses the target with recklessness, reducing the target's armor by 285 for 2 min. Cursed enemies will not flee and will ignore Fear and Horror effects. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target.Classic: Curses the target with recklessness, increasing melee attack power by 45 but reducing armor by 290 for 2 min. Cursed enemies will not flee and will ignore Fear and Horror effects. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target. |
| Health FunnelRank 3Changed | 24Channeled, 10 sec20 yd range | Gives 43 health to the caster's pet every second for 10 sec as long as the caster channels. Generates reduced threat.Classic: Gives 43 health to the caster's pet every second for 10 sec as long as the caster channels. |
| Shadow BoltRank 5Changed | 160 mana3 sec cast30 yd range | Sends a shadowy bolt at the enemy, causing 73 to 83 Shadow damage.Classic: Sends a shadowy bolt at the enemy, causing 142 to 162 Shadow damage. |
| Level 30 | ||
| Create SoulstoneRank 2 | 85% of base mana3 sec castReagents: 1 Soul Shard | Creates a Lesser Soulstone. The Soulstone can be used to store one target's soul. If the target dies while their soul is stored, they will be able to resurrect with 750 health and 1200 mana. Conjured items disappear if logged out for more than 15 minutes. |
| Curse of the ElementsRank 2Changed | 100 manaInstant30 yd range | Curses the target for 5 min, reducing Magic resistances by 45 and increasing Magic damage taken by 6%. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target.Classic: level 46Classic: Curses the target for 5 min, reducing Fire and Frost resistances by 60 and increasing Fire and Frost damage taken by 8%. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target.Classic: 150 mana, Instant, 30 yd range |
| Demon ArmorRank 2New text | 520 manaInstant | Protects the caster, increasing armor by 300, Shadow resistance by 6 and increases health regeneration by 9 health per 5 sec. for 30 min.Classic: Protects the caster, increasing armor by 300, Shadow resistance by 6 and restores 9 health every 5 sec. for 30 min. |
| Drain LifeRank 3Changed | 135 manaChanneled, 5 sec20 yd range | Transfers 22 health every 1 second from the target to the caster. Lasts 5 sec.Classic: Transfers 29 health every second from the target to the caster. Lasts 5 sec. |
| HellfireRank 1Changed | 645 manaChanneled, 15 sec | Ignites the area surrounding the caster, causing 82 Fire damage to himself and 82 Fire damage to all nearby enemies every 1 sec. Lasts 15 sec.Classic: Ignites the area surrounding the caster, causing 83 Fire damage to himself and 83 Fire damage to all nearby enemies every 1 sec. Lasts 15 sec. |
| ImmolateRank 4Changed | 155 mana2 sec cast30 yd range | Burns the enemy for 56 Fire damage and then an additional 95 Fire damage over 15 sec.Classic: Burns the enemy for 90 Fire damage and then an additional 165 Fire damage over 15 sec. |
| Subjugate DemonRank 1 | 300 mana3 sec cast30 yd rangeReagents: 1 Soul Shard | Subjugates the target demon, up to level 32, forcing it to do your bidding. While subjugated, the time between the demon's attacks is increased by 40% and its casting speed is slowed by 30%. Lasts up to 5 min. If you repeatedly subjugate the same demon, it will become more difficult to control with each attempt. |
| Summon FelhunterQuest in Classic | 100% of base mana10 sec castReagents: 1 Soul Shard | Summons a Felhunter under the command of the Warlock. |
| Level 32 | ||
| ConflagrateRank 2New rankTalent needed | 130 manaInstant10 sec cooldown30 yd range | Ignites a target that is already afflicted by your Immolate spell, dealing 107 to 137 Fire damage and consuming your Immolate effect. |
| Curse of WeaknessRank 4Changed | 95 manaInstant30 yd range | Physical damage caused by the target is reduced by 18 for 2 min. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target.Classic: Damage caused by the target is reduced by 15 for 2 min. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target. |
| FearRank 2 | 15% of base mana1.5 sec cast20 yd range | Strikes fear in the enemy, causing it to run in fear for up to 15 sec. Damage caused may interrupt the effect. Only 1 target can be feared at a time. |
| Shadow WardRank 1 | 135 manaInstant30 sec cooldown | Absorbs 290 shadow damage. Lasts 30 sec. |
| ShadowburnRank 3ChangedTalent needed | 190 manaInstant15 sec cooldown30 yd rangeReagents: 1 Soul Shard | Instantly blasts the target for 111 to 125 Shadow damage. If the target dies within 8 sec of Shadowburn, and yields experience or honor, the caster gains a Soul Shard.Classic: Instantly blasts the target for 186 to 210 Shadow damage. If the target dies within 5 sec of Shadowburn, and yields experience or honor, the caster gains a Soul Shard.Classic: 190 mana, Instant, 15 sec cooldown, 20 yd range |
| Level 34 | ||
| CorruptionRank 4Changed | 160 mana2 sec cast30 yd range | Corrupts the target, causing 168 Shadow damage over 18 sec.Classic: Corrupts the target, causing 324 Shadow damage over 18 sec. |
| Create HealthstoneRank 3Changed | 475 mana3 sec castReagents: 1 Soul Shard | Creates a Healthstone that can be used to instantly restore 600 health. Conjured items disappear if logged out for more than 15 minutes.Classic: Creates a Healthstone that can be used to instantly restore 500 health. Conjured items disappear if logged out for more than 15 minutes. |
| Drain ManaRank 2 | 155 manaChanneled, 5 sec20 yd range | Transfers 68 Mana every 1 sec from the target to the caster. Lasts 5 sec. |
| Rain of FireRank 2Changed | 605 manaChanneled, 8 sec30 yd range | Calls down a fiery rain to burn enemies in the area of effect for 364 Fire damage over 8 sec.Classic: Calls down a fiery rain to burn enemies in the area of effect for 384 Fire damage over 8 sec. |
| Searing PainRank 3Changed | 91 mana1.5 sec cast30 yd range | Inflict searing pain on the enemy target, causing 40 to 48 Fire damage. Causes a high amount of threat.Classic: Inflict searing pain on the enemy target, causing 86 to 104 Fire damage. Causes a high amount of threat. |
| Level 36 | ||
| Create FirestoneRank 2Changed | 700 mana3 sec castReagents: 1 Soul Shard | Creates a Firestone which can be used to enchant your weapon with Fire, increasing your spell critical strike chance by 1% and the damage done by your Fire spells by up to 14. Conjured items disappear if logged out for more than 15 minutes.Classic: Creates a Firestone which can be equipped in the off hand. When equipped, enchants the main hand weapon with fire, granting each attack a chance to deal 40 to 60 additional Fire damage. In addition, equipping the Firestone increases the damage done by fire spells by 14. Conjured items disappear if logged out for more than 15 minutes. |
| Create SpellstoneRank 1Changed | 500 mana5 sec castReagents: 1 Soul Shard | Creates a Spellstone which can be used to enchant your weapon with Shadow, increasing your spell haste by 1% and the damage done by your Shadow spells by up to 14. Conjured items disappear if logged out for more than 15 minutes.Classic: Creates a Spellstone for the caster. When equipped and used, the Spellstone removes all magic effects from the caster and will absorb 400 magic damage for 1 min. In addition, equipping the Spellstone improves your chance to get a critical strike with spells by 1%. Conjured items disappear if logged out for more than 15 minutes. |
| Health FunnelRank 4Changed | 39Channeled, 10 sec20 yd range | Gives 64 health to the caster's pet every second for 10 sec as long as the caster channels. Generates reduced threat.Classic: Gives 64 health to the caster's pet every second for 10 sec as long as the caster channels. |
| Life TapRank 4Changed | Instant | Converts (depends on your stats) Health into (depends on your stats) Mana for you. Spirit increases the amount converted.Classic: Converts 210 health into 210 mana |
| Shadow BoltRank 6Changed | 210 mana3 sec cast30 yd range | Sends a shadowy bolt at the enemy, causing 95 to 107 Shadow damage.Classic: Sends a shadowy bolt at the enemy, causing 204 to 230 Shadow damage. |
| Level 38 | ||
| Bane of AgonyRank 4Changed | 130 manaInstant30 yd range | Afflicts the target with agony, causing 252 Shadow damage over 24 sec. This damage is dealt slowly at first, and builds up as the Bane reaches its full duration. Only one Bane per Warlock can be active on any one target.Classic: Curses the target with agony, causing 504 Shadow damage over 24 sec. This damage is dealt slowly at first, and builds up as the Curse reaches its full duration. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target. |
| Detect InvisibilityRank 2 | 90 manaInstant30 yd range | Allows the friendly target to detect invisibility for 10 min. |
| Drain LifeRank 4Changed | 185 manaChanneled, 5 sec20 yd range | Transfers 28 health every 1 second from the target to the caster. Lasts 5 sec.Classic: Transfers 41 health every second from the target to the caster. Lasts 5 sec. |
| Drain SoulRank 3Changed | 210 manaChanneled, 15 sec30 yd range | Drains the soul of the target, causing 270 Shadow damage over 15 sec. Non-trivial targets damaged by Drain Soul have a chance to grant you a Soul Shard. Non-trivial targets killed by Drain Soul will always grant you a Soul shard. Soul Shards are required for other spells.Classic: Drains the soul of the target, causing 295 Shadow damage over 15 sec. If the target dies while being drained, and yields experience or honor, the caster gains a Soul Shard. Soul Shards are required for other spells. |
| Siphon LifeRank 2ChangedTalent needed | 205 manaInstant30 yd range | Transfers 19 health from the target to the caster every 3 sec. Lasts 30 sec.Classic: Transfers 22 health from the target to the caster every 3 sec. Lasts 30 sec. |
| Level 40 | ||
| Create SoulstoneRank 3 | 85% of base mana3 sec castReagents: 1 Soul Shard | Creates a Soulstone. The Soulstone can be used to store one target's soul. If the target dies while their soul is stored, they will be able to resurrect with 1100 health and 1700 mana. Conjured items disappear if logged out for more than 15 minutes. |
| Curse of the ElementsRank 3Changed | 150 manaInstant30 yd range | Curses the target for 5 min, reducing Magic resistances by 60 and increasing Magic damage taken by 8%. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target.Classic: level 60Classic: Curses the target for 5 min, reducing Fire and Frost resistances by 75 and increasing Fire and Frost damage taken by 10%. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target.Classic: 200 mana, Instant, 30 yd range |
| Demon ArmorRank 3New text | 800 manaInstant | Protects the caster, increasing armor by 390, Shadow resistance by 9 and increases health regeneration by 11 health per 5 sec. for 30 min.Classic: Protects the caster, increasing armor by 390, Shadow resistance by 9 and restores 11 health every 5 sec. for 30 min. |
| Howl of TerrorRank 1 | 150 mana2 sec cast40 sec cooldown | Howl, causing 5 enemies within 10 yds to flee in terror for 10 sec. Damage caused may interrupt the effect. |
| ImmolateRank 5Changed | 220 mana2 sec cast30 yd range | Burns the enemy for 72 Fire damage and then an additional 125 Fire damage over 15 sec.Classic: Burns the enemy for 134 Fire damage and then an additional 255 Fire damage over 15 sec. |
| ShadowburnRank 4ChangedTalent needed | 245 manaInstant15 sec cooldown30 yd rangeReagents: 1 Soul Shard | Instantly blasts the target for 139 to 157 Shadow damage. If the target dies within 8 sec of Shadowburn, and yields experience or honor, the caster gains a Soul Shard.Classic: Instantly blasts the target for 261 to 293 Shadow damage. If the target dies within 5 sec of Shadowburn, and yields experience or honor, the caster gains a Soul Shard.Classic: 245 mana, Instant, 15 sec cooldown, 20 yd range |
| Summon FelsteedChangedQuest in Classic | 100 mana3 sec cast | Summons a Felsteed, which serves as a mount for the caster.Classic: Summons a Felsteed, which serves as a mount for the caster. Speed is increased by 60%. |
| Level 42 | ||
| Curse of RecklessnessRank 3Changed | 90 manaInstant30 yd range | Curses the target with recklessness, reducing the target's armor by 395 for 2 min. Cursed enemies will not flee and will ignore Fear and Horror effects. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target.Classic: Curses the target with recklessness, increasing melee attack power by 65 but reducing armor by 465 for 2 min. Cursed enemies will not flee and will ignore Fear and Horror effects. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target. |
| Curse of WeaknessRank 5Changed | 130 manaInstant30 yd range | Physical damage caused by the target is reduced by 26 for 2 min. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target.Classic: Damage caused by the target is reduced by 22 for 2 min. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target. |
| Death CoilRank 1Changed | 435 manaInstant2 min cooldown30 yd range | Causes the enemy target to run in horror for 3 sec and causes 272 Shadow damage. The caster gains 100% of the damage caused in health.Classic: Causes the enemy target to run in horror for 3 sec and causes 287 Shadow damage. The caster gains 100% of the damage caused in health.Classic: 430 mana, Instant, 2 min cooldown, 30 yd range |
| HellfireRank 2Changed | 975 manaChanneled, 15 sec | Ignites the area surrounding the caster, causing 137 Fire damage to himself and 137 Fire damage to all nearby enemies every 1 sec. Lasts 15 sec.Classic: Ignites the area surrounding the caster, causing 139 Fire damage to himself and 139 Fire damage to all nearby enemies every 1 sec. Lasts 15 sec. |
| Searing PainRank 4Changed | 118 mana1.5 sec cast30 yd range | Inflict searing pain on the enemy target, causing 56 to 68 Fire damage. Causes a high amount of threat.Classic: Inflict searing pain on the enemy target, causing 122 to 146 Fire damage. Causes a high amount of threat. |
| Shadow WardRank 2 | 195 manaInstant30 sec cooldown | Absorbs 470 shadow damage. Lasts 30 sec. |
| Level 44 | ||
| CorruptionRank 5Changed | 225 mana2 sec cast30 yd range | Corrupts the target, causing 240 Shadow damage over 18 sec.Classic: Corrupts the target, causing 486 Shadow damage over 18 sec. |
| Drain ManaRank 3 | 225 manaChanneled, 5 sec20 yd range | Transfers 99 Mana every 1 sec from the target to the caster. Lasts 5 sec. |
| Health FunnelRank 5Changed | 45Channeled, 10 sec20 yd range | Gives 89 health to the caster's pet every second for 10 sec as long as the caster channels. Generates reduced threat.Classic: Gives 89 health to the caster's pet every second for 10 sec as long as the caster channels. |
| Shadow BoltRank 7Changed | 265 mana3 sec cast30 yd range | Sends a shadowy bolt at the enemy, causing 133 to 149 Shadow damage.Classic: Sends a shadowy bolt at the enemy, causing 281 to 315 Shadow damage. |
| Subjugate DemonRank 2 | 500 mana3 sec cast30 yd rangeReagents: 1 Soul Shard | Subjugates the target demon, up to level 47, forcing it to do your bidding. While subjugated, the time between the demon's attacks is increased by 40% and its casting speed is slowed by 30%. Lasts up to 5 min. If you repeatedly subjugate the same demon, it will become more difficult to control with each attempt. |
| Level 46 | ||
| Create FirestoneRank 3Changed | 900 mana3 sec castReagents: 1 Soul Shard | Creates a Greater Firestone which can be used to enchant your weapon with Fire, increasing your spell critical strike chance by 2% and the damage done by your Fire spells by up to 17. Conjured items disappear if logged out for more than 15 minutes.Classic: Creates a Greater Firestone which can be equipped in the off hand. When equipped, enchants the main hand weapon with fire, granting each attack a chance to deal 60 to 90 additional Fire damage. In addition, equipping the Greater Firestone increases the damage done by fire spells by 17. Conjured items disappear if logged out for more than 15 minutes. |
| Create HealthstoneRank 4Changed | 750 mana3 sec castReagents: 1 Soul Shard | Creates a Greater Healthstone that can be used to instantly restore 960 health. Conjured items disappear if logged out for more than 15 minutes.Classic: Creates a Greater Healthstone that can be used to instantly restore 800 health. Conjured items disappear if logged out for more than 15 minutes. |
| Drain LifeRank 5Changed | 240 manaChanneled, 5 sec20 yd range | Transfers 39 health every 1 second from the target to the caster. Lasts 5 sec.Classic: Transfers 55 health every second from the target to the caster. Lasts 5 sec. |
| Life TapRank 5Changed | Instant | Converts (depends on your stats) Health into (depends on your stats) Mana for you. Spirit increases the amount converted.Classic: Converts 300 health into 300 mana |
| Rain of FireRank 3Changed | 885 manaChanneled, 8 sec30 yd range | Calls down a fiery rain to burn enemies in the area of effect for 596 Fire damage over 8 sec.Classic: Calls down a fiery rain to burn enemies in the area of effect for 620 Fire damage over 8 sec. |
| Level 48 | ||
| Bane of AgonyRank 5Changed | 170 manaInstant30 yd range | Afflicts the target with agony, causing 396 Shadow damage over 24 sec. This damage is dealt slowly at first, and builds up as the Bane reaches its full duration. Only one Bane per Warlock can be active on any one target.Classic: Curses the target with agony, causing 780 Shadow damage over 24 sec. This damage is dealt slowly at first, and builds up as the Curse reaches its full duration. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target. |
| BanishRank 2 | 200 mana1.5 sec cast30 yd range | Banishes the enemy target, preventing all action but making it invulnerable for up to 30 sec. Only one target can be banished at a time. Only works on Demons and Elementals. |
| ConflagrateRank 3ChangedTalent needed | 200 manaInstant10 sec cooldown30 yd range | Ignites a target that is already afflicted by your Immolate spell, dealing 172 to 216 Fire damage and consuming your Immolate effect.Classic: Ignites a target that is already afflicted by Immolate, dealing 316 to 396 Fire damage and consuming the Immolate spell. |
| Create SpellstoneRank 2Changed | 750 mana5 sec castReagents: 1 Soul Shard | Creates a Greater Spellstone which can be used to enchant your weapon with Shadow, increasing your spell haste by 2% and the damage done by your Shadow spells by up to 17. Conjured items disappear if logged out for more than 15 minutes.Classic: Creates a Greater Spellstone for the caster. When equipped and used, the Greater Spellstone removes all magic effects from the caster and will absorb 650 magic damage for 1 min. In addition, equipping the Greater Spellstone improves your chance to get a critical strike with spells by 1%. Conjured items disappear if logged out for more than 15 minutes. |
| ShadowburnRank 5ChangedTalent needed | 305 manaInstant15 sec cooldown30 yd rangeReagents: 1 Soul Shard | Instantly blasts the target for 192 to 214 Shadow damage. If the target dies within 8 sec of Shadowburn, and yields experience or honor, the caster gains a Soul Shard.Classic: Instantly blasts the target for 350 to 392 Shadow damage. If the target dies within 5 sec of Shadowburn, and yields experience or honor, the caster gains a Soul Shard.Classic: 305 mana, Instant, 15 sec cooldown, 20 yd range |
| Siphon LifeRank 3ChangedTalent needed | 285 manaInstant30 yd range | Transfers 29 health from the target to the caster every 3 sec. Lasts 30 sec.Classic: Transfers 33 health from the target to the caster every 3 sec. Lasts 30 sec. |
| Soul FireRank 1Changed | 305 mana6 sec cast1 min cooldown30 yd rangeReagents: 1 Soul Shard | Burn the enemy's soul, causing 334 to 420 Fire damage.Classic: Burn the enemy's soul, causing 623 to 783 Fire damage. |
| Level 50 | ||
| Create SoulstoneRank 4 | 85% of base mana3 sec castReagents: 1 Soul Shard | Creates a Greater Soulstone. The Soulstone can be used to store one target's soul. If the target dies while their soul is stored, they will be able to resurrect with 1600 health and 2200 mana. Conjured items disappear if logged out for more than 15 minutes. |
| Curse of the ElementsRank 4New rank | 200 manaInstant30 yd range | Curses the target for 5 min, reducing Magic resistances by 75 and increasing Magic damage taken by 10%. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target. |
| Curse of TonguesRank 2New text | 110 manaInstant30 yd range | Forces the target to speak in Demonic, increasing the casting time of all spells by 60%. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target. Lasts 30 sec.Classic: Forces the target to speak in Demonic, slowing the casting time of all spells by 60%. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target. Lasts 30 sec. |
| Death CoilRank 2Changed | 525 manaInstant2 min cooldown30 yd range | Causes the enemy target to run in horror for 3 sec and causes 359 Shadow damage. The caster gains 100% of the damage caused in health.Classic: Causes the enemy target to run in horror for 3 sec and causes 375 Shadow damage. The caster gains 100% of the damage caused in health.Classic: 495 mana, Instant, 2 min cooldown, 30 yd range |
| Demon ArmorRank 4New text | 1150 manaInstant | Protects the caster, increasing armor by 480, Shadow resistance by 12 and increases health regeneration by 13 health per 5 sec. for 30 min.Classic: Protects the caster, increasing armor by 480, Shadow resistance by 12 and restores 13 health every 5 sec. for 30 min. |
| Detect InvisibilityRank 3 | 140 manaInstant30 yd range | Allows the friendly target to detect greater invisibility for 10 min. |
| ImmolateRank 6Changed | 295 mana2 sec cast30 yd range | Burns the enemy for 106 Fire damage and then an additional 190 Fire damage over 15 sec.Classic: Burns the enemy for 192 Fire damage and then an additional 365 Fire damage over 15 sec. |
| IncinerateRank 2NewTalent needed | 265 mana2.5 sec cast30 yd range | Deals 134 to 156 Fire damage to your target and an additional 25% damage if the target is afflicted by Immolate. |
| InfernoQuest in Classic | 100% of base mana2 sec cast1 h cooldown30 yd rangeReagents: 1 Infernal Stone | Summons a meteor from the Twisting Nether, causing 200 Fire damage and stunning all enemy targets in the area for 2 sec. An Infernal rises from the crater, under the command of the caster for 5 min. Once control is lost, the Infernal must be Subjugated to maintain control. Can only be used outdoors. |
| Searing PainRank 5Changed | 141 mana1.5 sec cast30 yd range | Inflict searing pain on the enemy target, causing 78 to 92 Fire damage. Causes a high amount of threat.Classic: Inflict searing pain on the enemy target, causing 158 to 188 Fire damage. Causes a high amount of threat. |
| Level 52 | ||
| Curse of WeaknessRank 6Changed | 175 manaInstant30 yd range | Physical damage caused by the target is reduced by 37 for 2 min. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target.Classic: Damage caused by the target is reduced by 31 for 2 min. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target. |
| Drain SoulRank 4Changed | 290 manaChanneled, 15 sec30 yd range | Drains the soul of the target, causing 420 Shadow damage over 15 sec. Non-trivial targets damaged by Drain Soul have a chance to grant you a Soul Shard. Non-trivial targets killed by Drain Soul will always grant you a Soul shard. Soul Shards are required for other spells.Classic: Drains the soul of the target, causing 455 Shadow damage over 15 sec. If the target dies while being drained, and yields experience or honor, the caster gains a Soul Shard. Soul Shards are required for other spells. |
| Health FunnelRank 6Changed | 62Channeled, 10 sec20 yd range | Gives 119 health to the caster's pet every second for 10 sec as long as the caster channels. Generates reduced threat.Classic: Gives 119 health to the caster's pet every second for 10 sec as long as the caster channels. |
| Shadow BoltRank 8Changed | 315 mana3 sec cast30 yd range | Sends a shadowy bolt at the enemy, causing 180 to 202 Shadow damage.Classic: Sends a shadowy bolt at the enemy, causing 360 to 402 Shadow damage. |
| Shadow WardRank 3 | 255 manaInstant30 sec cooldown | Absorbs 675 shadow damage. Lasts 30 sec. |
| Level 54 | ||
| ConflagrateRank 4ChangedTalent needed | 230 manaInstant10 sec cooldown30 yd range | Ignites a target that is already afflicted by your Immolate spell, dealing 212 to 266 Fire damage and consuming your Immolate effect.Classic: Ignites a target that is already afflicted by Immolate, dealing 383 to 479 Fire damage and consuming the Immolate spell. |
| CorruptionRank 6Changed | 290 mana2 sec cast30 yd range | Corrupts the target, causing 342 Shadow damage over 18 sec.Classic: Corrupts the target, causing 666 Shadow damage over 18 sec. |
| Drain LifeRank 6Changed | 300 manaChanneled, 5 sec20 yd range | Transfers 51 health every 1 second from the target to the caster. Lasts 5 sec.Classic: Transfers 71 health every second from the target to the caster. Lasts 5 sec. |
| HellfireRank 3Changed | 1300 manaChanneled, 15 sec | Ignites the area surrounding the caster, causing 206 Fire damage to himself and 206 Fire damage to all nearby enemies every 1 sec. Lasts 15 sec.Classic: Ignites the area surrounding the caster, causing 208 Fire damage to himself and 208 Fire damage to all nearby enemies every 1 sec. Lasts 15 sec. |
| Howl of TerrorRank 2 | 200 mana2 sec cast40 sec cooldown | Howl, causing 5 enemies within 10 yds to flee in terror for 15 sec. Damage caused may interrupt the effect. |
| Level 56 | ||
| Create FirestoneRank 4Changed | 1100 mana3 sec castReagents: 1 Soul Shard | Creates a Major Firestone which can be used to enchant your weapon with Fire, increasing your spell critical strike chance by 2% and the damage done by your Fire spells by up to 21. Conjured items disappear if logged out for more than 15 minutes.Classic: Creates a Major Firestone which can be equipped in the off hand. When equipped, enchants the main hand weapon with fire, granting each attack a chance to deal 80 to 120 additional Fire damage. In addition, equipping the Major Firestone increases the damage done by fire spells by 21. Conjured items disappear if logged out for more than 15 minutes. |
| Curse of RecklessnessRank 4Changed | 115 manaInstant30 yd range | Curses the target with recklessness, reducing the target's armor by 505 for 2 min. Cursed enemies will not flee and will ignore Fear and Horror effects. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target.Classic: Curses the target with recklessness, increasing melee attack power by 90 but reducing armor by 640 for 2 min. Cursed enemies will not flee and will ignore Fear and Horror effects. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target. |
| FearRank 3 | 15% of base mana1.5 sec cast20 yd range | Strikes fear in the enemy, causing it to run in fear for up to 20 sec. Damage caused may interrupt the effect. Only 1 target can be feared at a time. |
| Life TapRank 6Changed | Instant | Converts (depends on your stats) Health into (depends on your stats) Mana for you. Spirit increases the amount converted.Classic: Converts 420 health into 420 mana |
| ShadowburnRank 6ChangedTalent needed | 365 manaInstant15 sec cooldown30 yd rangeReagents: 1 Soul Shard | Instantly blasts the target for 251 to 281 Shadow damage. If the target dies within 8 sec of Shadowburn, and yields experience or honor, the caster gains a Soul Shard.Classic: Instantly blasts the target for 450 to 502 Shadow damage. If the target dies within 5 sec of Shadowburn, and yields experience or honor, the caster gains a Soul Shard.Classic: 365 mana, Instant, 15 sec cooldown, 20 yd range |
| Soul FireRank 2Changed | 335 mana6 sec cast1 min cooldown30 yd rangeReagents: 1 Soul Shard | Burn the enemy's soul, causing 383 to 479 Fire damage.Classic: Burn the enemy's soul, causing 703 to 881 Fire damage. |
| Level 58 | ||
| Bane of AgonyRank 6Changed | 215 manaInstant30 yd range | Afflicts the target with agony, causing 552 Shadow damage over 24 sec. This damage is dealt slowly at first, and builds up as the Bane reaches its full duration. Only one Bane per Warlock can be active on any one target.Classic: Curses the target with agony, causing 1044 Shadow damage over 24 sec. This damage is dealt slowly at first, and builds up as the Curse reaches its full duration. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target. |
| Create HealthstoneRank 5Changed | 1120 mana3 sec castReagents: 1 Soul Shard | Creates a Major Healthstone that can be used to instantly restore 1440 health. Conjured items disappear if logged out for more than 15 minutes.Classic: Creates a Major Healthstone that can be used to instantly restore 1200 health. Conjured items disappear if logged out for more than 15 minutes. |
| Death CoilRank 3Changed | 600 manaInstant2 min cooldown30 yd range | Causes the enemy target to run in horror for 3 sec and causes 454 Shadow damage. The caster gains 100% of the damage caused in health.Classic: Causes the enemy target to run in horror for 3 sec and causes 470 Shadow damage. The caster gains 100% of the damage caused in health.Classic: 565 mana, Instant, 2 min cooldown, 30 yd range |
| Rain of FireRank 4Changed | 1185 manaChanneled, 8 sec30 yd range | Calls down a fiery rain to burn enemies in the area of effect for 880 Fire damage over 8 sec.Classic: Calls down a fiery rain to burn enemies in the area of effect for 904 Fire damage over 8 sec. |
| Searing PainRank 6Changed | 168 mana1.5 sec cast30 yd range | Inflict searing pain on the enemy target, causing 105 to 123 Fire damage. Causes a high amount of threat.Classic: Inflict searing pain on the enemy target, causing 204 to 240 Fire damage. Causes a high amount of threat. |
| Siphon LifeRank 4ChangedTalent needed | 365 manaInstant30 yd range | Transfers 41 health from the target to the caster every 3 sec. Lasts 30 sec.Classic: Transfers 45 health from the target to the caster every 3 sec. Lasts 30 sec. |
| Subjugate DemonRank 3 | 700 mana3 sec cast30 yd rangeReagents: 1 Soul Shard | Subjugates the target demon, up to level 62, forcing it to do your bidding. While subjugated, the time between the demon's attacks is increased by 40% and its casting speed is slowed by 30%. Lasts up to 5 min. If you repeatedly subjugate the same demon, it will become more difficult to control with each attempt. |
| Level 60 | ||
| Bane of DoomChanged | 300 manaInstant1 min cooldown30 yd range | Afflicts the target with impending doom, causing 1742 Shadow damage after 1 min. If the target dies from this damage, there is a chance that a Doomguard will be summoned. Cannot be cast on players. Only one Bane per Warlock can be active on any one target.Classic: Curses the target with impending doom, causing 3200 Shadow damage after 1 min. If the target dies from this damage, there is a chance that a Doomguard will be summoned. Cannot be cast on players. |
| ConflagrateRank 5ChangedTalent needed | 255 manaInstant10 sec cooldown30 yd range | Ignites a target that is already afflicted by your Immolate spell, dealing 251 to 313 Fire damage and consuming your Immolate effect.Classic: Ignites a target that is already afflicted by Immolate, dealing 447 to 557 Fire damage and consuming the Immolate spell. |
| CorruptionRank 7ChangedBook in Classic | 340 mana2 sec cast30 yd range | Corrupts the target, causing 438 Shadow damage over 18 sec.Classic: Corrupts the target, causing 822 Shadow damage over 18 sec. |
| Create SoulstoneRank 5 | 85% of base mana3 sec castReagents: 1 Soul Shard | Creates a Major Soulstone. The Soulstone can be used to store one target's soul. If the target dies while their soul is stored, they will be able to resurrect with 2200 health and 2800 mana. Conjured items disappear if logged out for more than 15 minutes. |
| Create SpellstoneRank 3Changed | 1000 mana5 sec castReagents: 1 Soul Shard | Creates a Major Spellstone which can be used to enchant your weapon with Shadow, increasing your spell haste by 2% and the damage done by your Shadow spells by up to 21. Conjured items disappear if logged out for more than 15 minutes.Classic: Creates a Major Spellstone for the caster. When equipped and used, the Major Spellstone removes all magic effects from the caster and will absorb 900 magic damage for 1 min. In addition, equipping the Major Spellstone improves your chance to get a critical strike with spells by 1%. Conjured items disappear if logged out for more than 15 minutes. |
| Demon ArmorRank 5New text | 1580 manaInstant | Protects the caster, increasing armor by 570, Shadow resistance by 15 and increases health regeneration by 15 health per 5 sec. for 30 min.Classic: Protects the caster, increasing armor by 570, Shadow resistance by 15 and restores 15 health every 5 sec. for 30 min. |
| Health FunnelRank 7Changed | 79Channeled, 10 sec20 yd range | Gives 153 health to the caster's pet every second for 10 sec as long as the caster channels. Generates reduced threat.Classic: Gives 153 health to the caster's pet every second for 10 sec as long as the caster channels. |
| ImmolateRank 7Changed | 370 mana2 sec cast30 yd range | Burns the enemy for 146 Fire damage and then an additional 260 Fire damage over 15 sec.Classic: Burns the enemy for 258 Fire damage and then an additional 485 Fire damage over 15 sec. |
| ImmolateRank 8ChangedBook in Classic | 380 mana2 sec cast30 yd range | Burns the enemy for 158 Fire damage and then an additional 275 Fire damage over 15 sec.Classic: Burns the enemy for 279 Fire damage and then an additional 510 Fire damage over 15 sec. |
| IncinerateRank 3NewTalent needed | 325 mana2.5 sec cast30 yd range | Deals 201 to 233 Fire damage to your target and an additional 25% damage if the target is afflicted by Immolate. |
| Portal of SummoningNew | 100% of base manaChanneled, 2 min1 h cooldown30 yd rangeReagents: 5 Soul Shard | Begins a ritual that creates a summoning portal. The summoning portal can be used by 2 party or raid members to summon a targeted party or raid member. The ritual portal requires the caster and 2 additional party or raid members to complete. In order to participate, all players must be out of combat and right-click the portal and not move until the ritual is complete. |
| Ritual of DoomQuest in Classic | 100% of base manaChanneled, 1 min1 h cooldown30 yd rangeReagents: 1 Demonic Figurine | Begins a ritual that sacrifices a random participant to summon a doomguard. The doomguard must be immediately subjugated or it will attack the ritual participants. Requires the caster and 4 additional party members to complete the ritual. In order to participate, all players must right-click the portal and not move until the ritual is complete. |
| Shadow BoltRank 9Changed | 370 mana3 sec cast30 yd range | Sends a shadowy bolt at the enemy, causing 237 to 265 Shadow damage.Classic: Sends a shadowy bolt at the enemy, causing 455 to 507 Shadow damage. |
| Shadow BoltRank 10ChangedBook in Classic | 380 mana3 sec cast30 yd range | Sends a shadowy bolt at the enemy, causing 253 to 283 Shadow damage.Classic: Sends a shadowy bolt at the enemy, causing 482 to 538 Shadow damage. |
| Shadow WardRank 4Book in Classic | 320 manaInstant30 sec cooldown | Absorbs 920 shadow damage. Lasts 30 sec. |
| Summon DreadsteedChangedQuest in Classic | 150 mana3 sec cast10 yd range | Summons a Dreadsteed, which serves as a mount for the caster.Classic: Summons a Dreadsteed, which serves as a mount for the caster. Speed is increased by 100%. |
Levels are those of the game files. Trainer prices are not in the game client, so none are shown. "Quest in Classic" and "Book in Classic" say how Classic players got the spell (cMaNGOS classic-db); Forever may hand it out differently.
What changes for Warlock abilities compared with Classic?
Compared with Classic Era, the WoW Forever Warlock has 3 new abilities, 25 with new numbers, levels or ranks, 5 with only a new text and 16 unchanged. We compare the tooltip text, level, cost, cast time, cooldown and range of every rank in both game clients; a change made only on the server does not show. New: Summon Incubus (20), Incinerate (50) and Portal of Summoning (60).
New in WoW Forever
- Summon Incubus, level 20
- Incinerate, level 50
- Portal of Summoning, level 60
Changed since Classic
- Immolate: new numbers
- Shadow Bolt: new numbers
- Corruption: new numbers
- Curse of Weakness: new numbers
- Life Tap: new numbers
- Bane of Agony: new numbers
- Create Healthstone: new numbers, brings together Classic's Create Healthstone (Minor), Create Healthstone (Lesser), Create Healthstone, Create Healthstone (Greater) and Create Healthstone (Major)
- Drain Soul: new numbers
- Health Funnel: new effect, same numbers
- Curse of Recklessness: new numbers
- Drain Life: new numbers
- Searing Pain: new numbers
- Curse of the Elements: level 20 instead of 32, level 30 instead of 46 and level 40 instead of 60, new numbers, cost, new rank at level 50
- Rain of Fire: new numbers
- Shadowburn: new numbers, range
- Create Firestone: new numbers, brings together Classic's Create Firestone (Lesser), Create Firestone, Create Firestone (Greater) and Create Firestone (Major)
- Hellfire: new numbers
- Conflagrate: new rank at level 32, new numbers
- Create Spellstone: new numbers, brings together Classic's Create Spellstone, Create Spellstone (Greater) and Create Spellstone (Major)
- Siphon Life: new numbers
- Summon Felsteed: new numbers
- Death Coil: new numbers, cost
- Soul Fire: new numbers
- Bane of Doom: new numbers
- Summon Dreadsteed: new numbers
New text, same numbers and effect
Demon Skin, Create Soulstone (brings together Classic's Create Soulstone (Minor), Create Soulstone (Lesser), Create Soulstone, Create Soulstone (Greater) and Create Soulstone (Major)), Demon Armor, Curse of Tongues, Detect Invisibility (brings together Classic's Detect Lesser Invisibility, Detect Invisibility and Detect Greater Invisibility)
Which Classic Warlock abilities are gone in WoW Forever?
2 Classic Era Warlock abilities are not taught any more in WoW Forever: Curse of Shadow and Dark Pact. Blizzard announced their removal. The list below shows each one as Classic had it, with its levels, so you know what not to look for at your trainer. Talents are not counted here: they have their own calculator.
Removed
Curse of Shadow
Classic levels: 44 and 56
Classic: Curses the target for 5 min, reducing Shadow and Arcane resistances by 75 and increasing Shadow and Arcane damage taken by 10%. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target.
Removed, according to Blizzard (Blizzard: Class Deep Dive: Rogue and Warlock (October 7, 2026))
Dark Pact
Classic levels: 50 and 60
Classic: Drains 250 of your pet's Mana, returning 100% to you.
Removed, according to Blizzard (Blizzard: Class Deep Dive: Rogue and Warlock (October 7, 2026))
Where does this list come from?
From the game tables of the WoW Forever beta client (build 1.60.1.70532) and of Classic Era (build 1.15.9.70003), read on wago.tools: levels, ranks, costs, cooldowns and tooltip texts. How Classic players got each spell (trainer, quest, book) comes from the cMaNGOS classic-db project. Trainer prices are not in these files, so we show none. Beta data can change before the November 4, 2026 launch.
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Questions about Warlock abilities
How many abilities does the Warlock have in WoW Forever?
49 abilities with 161 ranks from level 1 to 60, according to the game files of the beta (build 1.60.1.70532). Talents are not counted: they have their own tree.
What are the new Warlock abilities in WoW Forever?
3 new abilities compared with Classic Era: Summon Incubus (level 20), Incinerate (level 50) and Portal of Summoning (level 60).
Which Warlock abilities were removed in WoW Forever?
Curse of Shadow and Dark Pact.
What does the Warlock learn at level 20 in WoW Forever?
At level 20, the Warlock learns Curse of the Elements (rank 1), Demon Armor (rank 1), Health Funnel (rank 2), Immolate (rank 3), Rain of Fire (rank 1), Ritual of Summoning, Shadow Bolt (rank 4), Summon Incubus and Summon Succubus, according to the beta game files.
How much do Warlock abilities cost at the trainer in WoW Forever?
The game files do not contain trainer prices, which are kept on Blizzard's servers, so this page shows none. Classic prices can change on Forever: check them with your class trainer in game.
