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Cryptic Ward

Use Cryptic Ward to block incoming damage. Successfully executing a Perfect Block will knock back and stun the attacker.

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Lore

A defensive tactic commonly used by sorcerers who are not skilled in close combat. A successful block represents the reemergence of Argus's majesty and wisdom, providing the spiritual strength sorcerers need.

Gameplay data

Exact values

How combat values work
Cooldown15s
Energy cost25

Cast timing

Startup
0.174182s
Recovery
1.968974s
Full cast
2.633333s

Skill effects

Stun - movement speed
-100%1.8s duration
Guard counter duration
2s

Build

Talents that boost it

Builds
Talents that change how Cryptic Ward plays
TalentEffectExact effect
Enhanced WardReduces the base cooldown of Cryptic Ward.Cooldown15 s to 10 s

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