THE ABILITY REFERENCE
Dawnwalker Abilities
Compare Swordmastery, Witchcraft and Vampirism abilities, check each rank’s cost and find its learning source. Open an ability in Skill Planner to combine it with the prerequisites and other ranks in your plan.
Choose an ability for your form
Swordmastery abilities can work in both forms, Witchcraft belongs to human form and Vampirism to vampire form. Activated abilities, equipped effects and utility abilities have different uses; check the mode and slot requirement on each card.
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Ability effects and learning sources
Filter the 27 ranked abilities by discipline, usable form or mode. Each card expands to show rank costs, conditions and learning sources.
27 abilities
Swordmastery · Equipped effect
Adrenaline Rush
Increases Attack Damage after using Active Abilities.
Equip this ability to apply its effect without activating it.
- Form
- Human and vampire
- Ability slot
- Equip in Swordmastery
Ranks, costs and learning sources
Rank 11 point · 1 time segment
- +20% Attack Damage.
- Duration 6s.
Manual unlock
Rank 21 point · 1 time segment
- +30% Attack Damage.
- +50% passive Activation Charge Regeneration.
- Duration 6s.
Manual unlock
Rank 32 points · 1 time segment
- +40% Attack Damage.
- +100% passive Activation Charge Regeneration.
- Duration 6s.
Manual unlock
Rank 43 points · 2 time segments
- +50% Attack Damage.
- +150% passive Activation Charge Regeneration.
- Attacks restore 10% of Activation Charge.
- Duration 6s.
Manual unlock
Where to learn it
Check the southern Maragir Wealds bandit-camp chest southeast of Eerie Knoll Shrine. Teacher options: Ursul, Constantin and Ocha. Other possible sellers: Drogos.
Swordmastery · Activated
Artery Strike
Critical Attack with a chance of Decapitating the target.
- Form
- Human and vampire
- Ability slot
- Equip in Swordmastery
- Activation cost
- 2 Activation Charges
Ranks, costs and learning sources
Rank 11 point · 1 time segment
- Deals 450% Weapon Damage.
- Decapitation: 10% chance.
Manual unlock
Rank 21 point · 1 time segment
- Deals 560% Weapon Damage.
- Decapitation: 20% chance.
Manual unlock
Rank 32 points · 1 time segment
- Deals 680% Weapon Damage.
- Decapitation: 35% chance.
Manual unlock
Rank 43 points · 2 time segments
- Deals 800% Weapon Damage.
- Decapitation: 50% chance.
- Decapitation chance x2 on Bleeding enemies.
Manual unlock
Where to learn it
Check the soldier-camp chest on the road north of Ambrus’s fort in St. Tyna’s Grove. Catalin’s Tutor can offer it after his rescue and teaching duel; Ocha is another option after her quest. Other possible sellers: Drogos.
Witchcraft · Utility
Astral Communion
Activates dormant magic in places of power scattered throughout the Valley.
This Ability doesn't take up a common slot in the Active Abilities panel.
- Form
- Human
- Ability slot
- No slot needed
Ranks, costs and learning sources
Rank 10 points · 0 time segments
- +0.4% permanent Witchcraft Ability Damage for each place of power exorcised.
Additional unlock
Rank 21 point · 0 time segments
- +0.8% permanent Witchcraft Ability Damage for each place of power exorcised.
Replaces rank 1 effects.
Rank 31 point · 0 time segments
- +1.2% permanent Witchcraft Ability Damage for each place of power exorcised.
Replaces rank 1, 2 effects.
Rank 41 point · 0 time segments
- +1.6% permanent Witchcraft Ability Damage for each place of power exorcised.
Replaces rank 1, 2, 3 effects.
Vampirism · Activated
Blood Surge
Explodes target.
Bosses receive Damage instead.
- Form
- Vampire
- Ability slot
- Equip in Vampirism
- Activation cost
- 3 Activation Charges 25% Health
Ranks, costs and learning sources
Rank 11 point · 0 time segments
- Area Damage in 3m radius after Explosion.
- Damage to Bosses.
Quest unlock
Character-dependent values: Boss damage, Damage.
Rank 21 point · 1 time segment
- Area Damage in 4m radius after Explosion.
- Damage to Bosses.
Corruption 10
Character-dependent values: Boss damage, Damage.
Rank 32 points · 1 time segment
- Area Damage in 5m radius after Explosion.
- Damage to Bosses.
Corruption 12
Character-dependent values: Boss damage, Damage.
Rank 43 points · 2 time segments
- Area Damage in 6m radius after Explosion.
- Damage to Bosses.
Corruption 14
Character-dependent values: Boss damage, Damage.
Swordmastery · Activated
Broad Swing
Weapon Area Attack.
- Form
- Human and vampire
- Ability slot
- Equip in Swordmastery
- Activation cost
- 2 Activation Charges
Ranks, costs and learning sources
Rank 11 point · 1 time segment
- Deals 300% Weapon Damage.
Manual unlock
Rank 21 point · 1 time segment
- Deals 375% Weapon Damage.
Manual unlock
Rank 32 points · 1 time segment
- Deals 450% Weapon Damage.
- For each enemy you hit, increase Broad Swing Damage by 10%.
Manual unlock
Rank 43 points · 2 time segments
- Deals 525% Weapon Damage.
- For each enemy you hit, increase Broad Swing Damage by 10%.
Manual unlock
Where to learn it
Climb east from Laslea to the bandit camp near Outlaw’s Gorge Shrine and inspect its chest. Teacher options: Constantin, Catalin’s Tutor and Ocha. Other possible sellers: Drogos.
Witchcraft · Activated
Burning Blood
Deals Damage over time to a target.
- Form
- Human
- Ability slot
- Equip in Witchcraft
- Activation cost
- 1 Activation Charge 15% Health
Ranks, costs and learning sources
Rank 11 point · 1 time segment
- Deals Damage per second.
- Duration 10s.
Manual unlock
Character-dependent values: Damage per second.
Rank 21 point · 1 time segment
- Deals Damage per second.
- Duration 12s.
Manual unlock
Character-dependent values: Damage per second.
Rank 32 points · 1 time segment
- Deals Damage per second.
- On Death, effect transfers to different enemy.
- Duration 14s.
Manual unlock
Character-dependent values: Damage per second.
Rank 43 points · 2 time segments
- Deals Damage per second.
- On Death, effect transfers to different enemy.
- Duration 16s.
Manual unlock
Character-dependent values: Damage per second.
Where to learn it
Complete the Ancient Circle southwest of Eerie Knoll Shrine, north of Stuga Bridge Shrine. The Matriarch can also offer the manual. Other possible sellers: Bakr-Erga, Mevasser, Vera.
Swordmastery · Activated
Charge
Charge dealing Damage and Stunning a target and everyone on your way.
- Form
- Human and vampire
- Ability slot
- Equip in Swordmastery
- Activation cost
- 1 Activation Charge
Ranks, costs and learning sources
Rank 11 point · 1 time segment
- Deals 200% Attack Damage.
- Stun Duration 2s.
- Bleed on target: 50% chance.
Manual unlock
Rank 21 point · 1 time segment
- Deals 250% Attack Damage.
- Stun Duration 2s.
- Bleed on target: 100% chance.
Manual unlock
Rank 32 points · 1 time segment
- Deals 300% Attack Damage.
- Stun Duration 2s.
- Bleed on target: 100% chance.
- +66% Bleed Duration.
Manual unlock
Rank 43 points · 2 time segments
- Deals 350% Attack Damage.
- Stun Duration 2s.
- Bleed on target: 100% chance.
- +66% Bleed Duration.
- 1 Activation Charge restore on kill.
Manual unlock
Where to learn it
Check the soldier-camp chest east of Parlita in Boar’s Back. Ocha can offer the manual after The Heart Wants What It Wants. Other possible sellers: Drogos, Volk.
Witchcraft · Utility
Compel Soul
Allows you to speak with restless souls. Use together with objects associated with the dead to obtain additional information.
This Ability doesn't take up a common slot in the Active Abilities panel.
- Form
- Human
- Ability slot
- No slot needed
Ranks, costs and learning sources
Rank 10 points · 0 time segments
- -0.5% permanent Witchcraft Ability Cooldown for each soul compelled.
Additional unlock
Rank 21 point · 0 time segments
- -1% permanent Witchcraft Ability Cooldown for each soul compelled.
Replaces rank 1 effects.
Rank 31 point · 0 time segments
- -1.5% permanent Witchcraft Ability Cooldown for each soul compelled.
Replaces rank 1, 2 effects.
Rank 41 point · 0 time segments
- -2% permanent Witchcraft Ability Cooldown for each soul compelled.
Replaces rank 1, 2, 3 effects.
Vampirism · Equipped effect
Crimson Rush
Increases Damage of Active Abilities, the higher your Health percentage is.
This Ability works passively once equipped in the Active Abilities panel.
- Form
- Vampire
- Ability slot
- Equip in Vampirism
Ranks, costs and learning sources
Rank 11 point · 1 time segment
- Up to +25% Active Ability Damage.
Corruption 3
Rank 21 point · 1 time segment
- Up to +30% Active Ability Damage.
Corruption 7
Rank 32 points · 1 time segment
- Up to +35% Active Ability Damage.
Corruption 11
Rank 43 points · 2 time segments
- Up to +40% Active Ability Damage.
Corruption 14
Witchcraft · Equipped effect
Cycle of Ruin
Extends Duration of currently active Witchcraft Abilities with each landed Attack, Block and Perfect Block.
This Ability works passively once equipped in the Active Abilities panel.
- Form
- Human
- Ability slot
- Equip in Witchcraft
Ranks, costs and learning sources
Rank 11 point · 1 time segment
- Extends Duration of Witchcraft Abilities by 1s.
Manual unlock
Rank 21 point · 1 time segment
- Extends Duration of Witchcraft Abilities by 2s.
Manual unlock
Rank 32 points · 1 time segment
- Extends Duration of Witchcraft Abilities by 2s.
- Critical Hits extend Duration of Witchcraft Abilities by 4s.
Manual unlock
Rank 43 points · 2 time segments
- Extends Duration of Witchcraft Abilities by 3s.
- Critical Hits extend Duration of Witchcraft Abilities by 5s.
- +10% Witchcraft Ability Damage for each enemy currently affected by Witchcraft Abilities.
Manual unlock
Where to learn it
Complete the Ancient Circle at the western end of Cursed Chasm; the descent is northwest of Coward’s Path Shrine. Also search the lantern-opened side rooms of Howling Keep during The Cycle of Love, or check the Matriarch’s shop. Other possible sellers: Bakr-Erga, Mevasser, Vera.
Vampirism · Utility
Death from Above
Instantly Kill a target below you.
Bosses receive Damage instead.
This Ability doesn't take up a common slot in the Active Abilities panel.
- Form
- Vampire
- Ability slot
- No slot needed
Ranks, costs and learning sources
Rank 11 point · 1 time segment
- Damage to Bosses and Tough enemies.
Corruption 3
Character-dependent values: Damage.
Rank 21 point · 1 time segment
- Damage to Bosses and Tough enemies.
- +20% Attack Damage for 15s.
Corruption 7
Character-dependent values: Damage.
Rank 32 points · 1 time segment
- Damage to Bosses and Tough enemies.
- +40% Attack Damage for 15s.
Corruption 10
Character-dependent values: Damage.
Rank 42 points · 1 time segment
- Damage to Bosses and Tough enemies.
- +60% Attack Damage for 15s.
- Restores 1 Activation Charge.
Corruption 13
Character-dependent values: Damage.
Swordmastery · Activated
Dirty Trick
Stuns and Damages a target and makes them vulnerable to Active Abilities.
- Form
- Human and vampire
- Ability slot
- Equip in Swordmastery
- Activation cost
- 1 Activation Charge
Ranks, costs and learning sources
Rank 11 point · 1 time segment
- Stun ends after 3 hits.
- Deals Damage.
- +10% Damage from Active Abilities.
- Duration 15s.
Character-dependent values: Damage.
Rank 21 point · 1 time segment
- Stun ends after 4 hits.
- Deals Damage.
- +20% Damage from Active Abilities.
- Duration 20s.
Manual unlock
Character-dependent values: Damage.
Rank 32 points · 1 time segment
- Stuns in Area. Ends after 5 hits.
- Deals Damage.
- +30% Damage from Active Abilities.
- Duration 25s.
Manual unlock
Character-dependent values: Damage.
Rank 43 points · 2 time segments
- Stuns in Area. Ends after 6 hits.
- Deals Damage.
- +50% Damage from Active Abilities.
- Duration 30s.
- -1 Activation Charge cost for Active Abilities used on Stunned enemies (minimum 1).
Manual unlock
Character-dependent values: Damage.
Where to learn it
Check the bandit-camp chest across the river east of Ambrus’s fort, in the northeastern woods of St. Tyna’s Grove. Ocha can offer the book after The Heart Wants What It Wants. Other possible sellers: Drogos, Volk.
Witchcraft · Activated
Life Lock
Blocks Damage and Reflects it back to the enemy.
- Form
- Human
- Ability slot
- Equip in Witchcraft
- Activation cost
- 2 Activation Charges + 10% Health (base)
Ranks, costs and learning sources
Rank 11 point · 1 time segment
- Reflects 100% of Damage.
- Blocks 2 instances of Damage.
- Duration 90s.
Manual unlock
Rank 21 point · 1 time segment
- Reflects 120% of Damage.
- Blocks 3 instances of Damage.
- Duration 90s.
Manual unlock
Rank 32 points · 1 time segment
- Reflects 160% of Damage.
- Blocks 3 instances of Damage.
- Duration 90s.
Manual unlock
Rank 43 points · 2 time segments
- Reflects 200% of Damage.
- Blocks 4 instances of Damage.
- Duration 90s.
Manual unlock
Where to learn it
Mevasser’s offer depends on finding Silas’s book in Who Pulls the Strings. That story also has a separate Life Lock reward that can grant rank 1; check your learned rank before buying an upgrade.
Witchcraft · Utility
Mercurial Fervour
Gain Haste in exploration by briefly slowing down the world around you.
This Ability doesn't take up a common slot in the Active Abilities panel.
- Form
- Human
- Ability slot
- No slot needed
Ranks, costs and learning sources
Rank 11 point · 0 time segments
- Gain Haste.
Rank 21 point · 0 time segments
- Haste costs 50% less Stamina.
Manual unlock
Rank 31 point · 0 time segments
- Haste costs 50% less Stamina.
- Haste is 20% faster.
Manual unlock
Rank 41 point · 0 time segments
- Haste doesn't cost Stamina.
- Haste is 20% faster.
Manual unlock
Where to learn it
Search the top floor of St. Tyna’s Convent library when you have access during Echoes of Silenced Bells. The Matriarch can also offer the manual. Other possible sellers: Bakr-Erga, Mevasser, Vera.
Vampirism · Activated
Mesmerise
Mind Control a target and force him to Fight on your side.
Can't be used on Bosses.
- Form
- Vampire
- Ability slot
- Equip in Vampirism
- Activation cost
- 2 Activation Charges 30% Health
Ranks, costs and learning sources
Rank 11 point · 0 time segments
- Duration 25s.
Quest unlock
Rank 21 point · 1 time segment
- +25% to target's Damage.
- Duration 35s.
Corruption 9
Rank 32 points · 1 time segment
- +50% to target's Damage.
- Duration 45s.
Corruption 12
Rank 43 points · 2 time segments
- +75% to target's Damage.
- Target's Attacks restore 20% of Activation Charge.
- Duration 60s.
Corruption 14
Vampirism · Activated
Piercing Shriek
Stuns all enemies in front of you, Weakens their Defence and Attack Damage. Blocking their attacks reflects Damage back at them.
- Form
- Vampire
- Ability slot
- Equip in Vampirism
- Activation cost
- 1 Activation Charge 20% Health
Ranks, costs and learning sources
Rank 11 point · 0 time segments
- Stun Duration 2s.
- +15% Damage to targets and -15% Damage dealt by targets.
- Block reflects 10% of Damage back to the attacker. Perfect Block reflects 40%.
- Duration 25s.
Quest unlock
Rank 21 point · 1 time segment
- Stun Duration 3s.
- +20% Damage to targets and -20% Damage dealt by targets.
- Block reflects 15% of Damage back to the attacker. Perfect Block reflects 60%.
- Duration 35s.
Corruption 7
Rank 32 points · 1 time segment
- Stun Duration 4s.
- +25% Damage to targets and -25% Damage dealt by targets.
- Block reflects 20% of Damage back to the attacker. Perfect Block reflects 80%.
- Duration 45s.
Corruption 11
Rank 43 points · 2 time segments
- Stun Duration 5s.
- +30% Damage to targets and -30% Damage dealt by targets.
- Block reflects 25% of Damage back to the attacker. Perfect Block reflects 100%.
- Extends the Duration of effects on attackers by 100%.
- Duration 60s.
Corruption 13
Witchcraft · Activated
Ravenous Flock
Area Attack and Stun on target.
Attacking the target triggers additional Area Attacks.
- Form
- Human
- Ability slot
- Equip in Witchcraft
- Activation cost
- 2 Activation Charges 40% Health
Ranks, costs and learning sources
Rank 11 point · 1 time segment
- Area Damage.
- Ravenous Flock cancels after 1 hit.
- 100% Critical Hits on target.
- Duration 20s.
Manual unlock
Character-dependent values: Damage.
Rank 21 point · 1 time segment
- Area Damage.
- Ravenous Flock cancels after 2 hits.
- 100% Critical Hits on target.
- Duration 20s.
Manual unlock
Character-dependent values: Damage.
Rank 32 points · 1 time segment
- Area Damage.
- Ravenous Flock cancels after 3 hits.
- 100% Critical Hits on target.
- Duration 20s.
Manual unlock
Character-dependent values: Damage.
Rank 43 points · 2 time segments
- Area Damage.
- Ravenous Flock cancels after 4 hits.
- 100% Critical Hits on target.
- Duration 20s.
Manual unlock
Character-dependent values: Damage.
Where to learn it
Follow A Pilgrimage for Power: Bear Trouble southwest of Laslea Glen. After defeating the bear, study the glyph for 2 time segments to receive the manual. Dark-Thing and Fanatics also offer Ravenous Flock as Pilgrimage rewards.
Vampirism · Equipped effect
Scarlet Shield
Health Regeneration chance after Block.
This Ability works passively once equipped in the Active Abilities panel.
- Form
- Vampire
- Ability slot
- Equip in Vampirism
Ranks, costs and learning sources
Rank 11 point · 0 time segments
- Restore 20% of Health Segment after Perfect Block. 20% chance to also trigger after Directional Block and 10% chance after Omniblock.
Quest unlock
Rank 21 point · 1 time segment
- Restore 25% of Health Segment after Perfect Block. 20% chance to also trigger after Directional Block and 15% chance after Omniblock.
Corruption 6
Rank 32 points · 1 time segment
- Restore 25% of Health Segment after Perfect Block. 20% chance to also trigger after Directional Block and 20% chance after Omniblock.
- Attack after Perfect Block heals you for 10% of dealt Damage.
Corruption 10
Rank 43 points · 2 time segments
- Restore 30% of Health Segment after Perfect Block. 30% chance to also trigger after Directional Block and 25% chance after Omniblock.
- Attack after Perfect Block heals you for 10% of dealt Damage.
- 25% chance for any Block to become Perfect Block.
Corruption 13
Vampirism · Activated
Shadowstorm
Slows down Time around you.
- Form
- Vampire
- Ability slot
- Equip in Vampirism
- Activation cost
- 1 Activation Charge 15% Health
Ranks, costs and learning sources
Rank 11 point · 0 time segments
- Duration 4s.
Quest unlock
Rank 21 point · 1 time segment
- Duration 5s.
Corruption 8
Rank 32 points · 1 time segment
- +20% Attack Damage.
- Duration 6s.
Corruption 11
Rank 43 points · 2 time segments
- +25% Attack Damage.
- Extend Duration by 1s on enemy kill.
- Duration 7s.
Corruption 14
Vampirism · Utility
Shapeshift
Shapeshift into a Wolf and gain Haste in exploration.
This Ability doesn't take up a common slot in the Active Abilities panel.
- Form
- Vampire
- Ability slot
- No slot needed
Ranks, costs and learning sources
Rank 11 point · 0 time segments
- Gain Haste.
Corruption 1
Rank 21 point · 0 time segments
- Haste costs 50% less Stamina.
Corruption 6
Rank 31 point · 0 time segments
- Haste costs 50% less Stamina.
- Haste is 20% faster.
Corruption 9
Rank 41 point · 0 time segments
- Haste doesn't cost Stamina.
- Haste is 20% faster.
Corruption 12
Vampirism · Equipped effect
Shred
Bleed chance on your Weapon or Claw Attacks.
This Ability works passively once equipped in the Active Abilities panel.
- Form
- Vampire
- Ability slot
- Equip in Vampirism
Ranks, costs and learning sources
Rank 11 point · 1 time segment
- 20% Bleed chance.
Corruption 1
Rank 21 point · 1 time segment
- 25% Bleed chance.
- +25% Bleed Damage.
Corruption 5
Rank 32 points · 1 time segment
- 30% Bleed chance.
- +50% Bleed Damage.
Corruption 9
Rank 43 points · 2 time segments
- 35% Bleed chance.
- +100% Bleed Damage.
- Damage when Bleed is reapplied.
Corruption 13
Character-dependent values: Damage.
Witchcraft · Activated
Soul Reaping
Lifesteals target over time and keep him away.
- Form
- Human
- Ability slot
- Equip in Witchcraft
- Activation cost
- 2 Activation Charges 15% Health
Ranks, costs and learning sources
Rank 11 point · 1 time segment
- Lifesteal per second.
- Duration 18s.
Manual unlock
Character-dependent values: Lifesteal per second.
Rank 21 point · 1 time segment
- Lifesteal per second.
- Duration 24s.
Manual unlock
Character-dependent values: Lifesteal per second.
Rank 32 points · 1 time segment
- Lifesteal per second.
- 20% Damage you receive transfers to the target.
- Duration 30s.
Manual unlock
Character-dependent values: Lifesteal per second.
Rank 43 points · 2 time segments
- Lifesteal per second.
- 40% Damage you receive transfers to the target.
- 500 Heal on target's Death.
- Duration 36s.
Manual unlock
Character-dependent values: Lifesteal per second.
Where to learn it
Complete the Ancient Circle in the forest directly east of Maragir. Vera and the Matriarch offer shop alternatives. Other possible sellers: Bakr-Erga, Mevasser.
Witchcraft · Activated
Soul Stigma
Higher Critical Chance and Critical Damage on target.
- Form
- Human
- Ability slot
- Equip in Witchcraft
- Activation cost
- 1 Activation Charge 35% Health
Ranks, costs and learning sources
Rank 11 point · 1 time segment
- +35% Critical Hit chance.
- +10% Critical Damage.
- Duration 20s.
Manual unlock
Rank 21 point · 1 time segment
- +40% Critical Hit chance.
- +20% Critical Damage.
- Duration 25s.
Manual unlock
Rank 32 points · 1 time segment
- +45% Critical Hit chance.
- +30% Critical Damage.
- On Death, effect transfers to different enemy.
- Duration 30s.
Manual unlock
Rank 43 points · 2 time segments
- +50% Critical Hit chance.
- +40% Critical Damage.
- On Death, effect transfers to different enemy and Stuns him.
- Duration 35s.
Manual unlock
Where to learn it
Complete the Ancient Circle northeast of St. Tyna’s Grove Tower Shrine. Vera and the Matriarch can also offer the manual. Other possible sellers: Bakr-Erga, Mevasser.
Swordmastery · Equipped effect
Swiftness
Boosts Attack Speed after Perfect Block.
This Ability works passively once equipped in the Active Abilities panel.
- Form
- Human and vampire
- Ability slot
- Equip in Swordmastery
Ranks, costs and learning sources
Rank 11 point · 1 time segment
- +10% Attack Speed.
- Duration 6s.
Manual unlock
Rank 21 point · 1 time segment
- +15% Attack Speed.
- Duration 8s.
Manual unlock
Rank 32 points · 1 time segment
- +20% Attack Speed.
- +5% Critical Hit chance.
- Duration 10s.
Manual unlock
Rank 43 points · 2 time segments
- +30% Attack Speed.
- +5% Critical Hit chance.
- Critical Hits cost no Stamina.
- Duration 12s.
Manual unlock
Where to learn it
Search the bandit-camp chest in the forest northwest of Stoneward Post, in Briar Sloughs. Constantin and Ocha offer teaching-shop alternatives. Other possible sellers: Drogos.
Witchcraft · Equipped effect
Unholy Vitality
Regenerates Health after using Active Abilities.
This Ability works passively once equipped in the Active Abilities panel.
- Form
- Human
- Ability slot
- Equip in Witchcraft
Ranks, costs and learning sources
Rank 11 point · 1 time segment
- Regenerates 10% of Health over 10 seconds.
Manual unlock
Rank 21 point · 1 time segment
- Regenerates 15% of Health over 10 seconds.
Manual unlock
Rank 32 points · 1 time segment
- Regenerates 20% Health.
- Heal 20% of dealt Damage from Critical Hits on enemies affected by Witchcraft Abilities.
Manual unlock
Rank 43 points · 2 time segments
- Regenerates 25% Health.
- Heal 40% of dealt Damage from Critical Hits on enemies affected by Witchcraft Abilities.
- No Health cost for using Witchcraft Abilities when Health is below 30%.
Manual unlock
Where to learn it
Complete Haunted: Site of Crucifixion, south of St. Clement’s Monastery and Eerie Knoll Shrine. The Matriarch can also offer the manual. Other possible sellers: Bakr-Erga, Mevasser, Vera.
Vampirism · Utility
Voracious Bite
Restores Health by drinking target’s blood.
This Ability doesn't take up a common slot in the Active Abilities panel.
- Form
- Vampire
- Ability slot
- No slot needed
- Activation cost
- 1 Activation Charge
Ranks, costs and learning sources
Rank 11 point · 0 time segments
- Restores 60% of Health Segment.
- Damage to target.
Character-dependent values: Damage.
Rank 21 point · 1 time segment
- Restores 80% of Health Segment.
- Damage to target.
Corruption 3
Character-dependent values: Damage.
Rank 32 points · 1 time segment
- Restores 100% of Health Segment.
- Damage to target.
- +10% Claw Damage for 30s.
Corruption 8
Character-dependent values: Damage.
Rank 43 points · 2 time segments
- Restores 120% of Health Segment.
- Damage to target.
- +25% Claw Damage for 60s.
- No Cooldown if you kill the target.
Corruption 14
Character-dependent values: Damage.
Swordmastery · Equipped effect
Walking Fortress
Perfect Block restores portion of Activation Charge.
This Ability works passively once equipped in the Active Abilities panel.
- Form
- Human and vampire
- Ability slot
- Equip in Swordmastery
Ranks, costs and learning sources
Rank 11 point · 1 time segment
- Restores 10% of Activation Charge.
Manual unlock
Rank 21 point · 1 time segment
- Restores 15% of Activation Charge.
- -1s Cooldowns of Active Abilites after Directional Block or Perfect Block.
Manual unlock
Rank 32 points · 1 time segment
- Restores 20% of Activation Charge.
- -1s Cooldowns of Active Abilites after Directional Block or Perfect Block.
Manual unlock
Rank 43 points · 2 time segments
- Restores 25% of Activation Charge.
- -2s Cooldowns of Active Abilites after a Directional Block or a Perfect Block.
- -1 Activation Charge cost for the next Active Ability if used within 5s after a Perfect Block (minimum 1).
Manual unlock
Where to learn it
Check the soldier-camp chest south of Stuga Marshes Shrine. The Tantari armourer is a daytime shop option; Ursul, Catalin’s Tutor and Ocha have teaching routes. Other possible sellers: Drogos.
Movement beyond the ranked list
The ranked cards above are separate from the traversal actions used to cross the valley. Check the route’s form and access conditions before relying on a movement shortcut.
Shadowstep
Shadowstep supports nighttime traversal to higher ledges and across gaps. The solo Greifberg approach uses it to climb the front wall, and it can help follow the North Clearing wisps.
Planeshift
Lacra’s Anachora journey uses Planeshift alongside Shadowstep to cross gaps and floating platforms. Follow the quest route when choosing a crossing and avoid the red vines along the way.
Read the learning requirements
Points and time on a rank are the cost of learning that rank. Learning several ranks adds those costs together. Manual access, points spent in a discipline, Corruption and quest unlocks are separate conditions when listed.
A manual or boss-blood unlock does not automatically mean an ability is equipped. Use the planner to check available slots and the complete path to your target ranks.