Changes worth checking
These are short editorial summaries of selected items in this build. Buff and nerf labels describe the specific listed change; they are not a verdict on a class's overall strength.
Wake of Fire lasts 30 seconds
The Fire Mage buff duration increased from 20 to 30 seconds.
Player impact: The buff is easier to carry between leveling fights.
Hot Streak lasts 20 seconds
The Fire Mage buff duration increased from 15 to 20 seconds.
Player impact: There is more time to use the buff after it activates.
Lightning Bolt ranks 3–4 strengthened
Damage increased so both ranks are upgrades over their predecessors despite cast-time changes.
Player impact: Training these ranks should feel more rewarding while leveling.
Bloodthrill activation chance increased
The Arms talent chance rose to 4/8/12/16/20% from 2/4/6/8/10%.
Player impact: Arms talent plans may value Bloodthrill more highly.
Two-Handed Weapon Specialization reduced
The Retribution talent bonus fell to 2/4/6% from 3/6/9%.
Player impact: Review Retribution point allocation if this talent was central to your plan.
Furious Howl attack power reduced
The pet ability's Attack Power bonus was reduced by 40%.
Player impact: Hunter pet choices may change if you relied on this bonus.