Shadow Ward Warlock ability · Demonology
Shadow Ward is a Warlock ability in WoW Forever. You learn it at level 32, and its 4 ranks run up to level 60. At its highest rank: Absorbs 920 shadow damage. Lasts 30 sec.
Shadow Ward tooltip
Game dataRank 1 and the highest rank, as the game shows them.
Shadow WardRank 1
135 Mana
Instant30 sec cooldown
Requires Level 32
Absorbs 290 shadow damage. Lasts 30 sec.
Shadow WardRank 4
320 Mana
Instant30 sec cooldown
Requires Level 60
Absorbs 920 shadow damage. Lasts 30 sec.
Shadow Ward ranks
Game dataEvery rank of Shadow Ward: the level a trainer teaches it, its cost, cast time, cooldown, range and effect.
| Rank | Level | Cost | Cast | Cooldown | Range | Effect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rank 1Level 32135 ManaInstant30 sec cooldown | 32 | 135 Mana | Instant | 30 sec | Self Only | Absorbs 290 shadow damage. Lasts 30 sec. |
| Rank 2Level 42195 ManaInstant30 sec cooldown | 42 | 195 Mana | Instant | 30 sec | Self Only | Absorbs 470 shadow damage. Lasts 30 sec. |
| Rank 3Level 52255 ManaInstant30 sec cooldown | 52 | 255 Mana | Instant | 30 sec | Self Only | Absorbs 675 shadow damage. Lasts 30 sec. |
| Rank 4Level 60320 ManaInstant30 sec cooldown | 60 | 320 Mana | Instant | 30 sec | Self Only | Absorbs 920 shadow damage. Lasts 30 sec. |
Other Demonology abilities
23 more Warlock abilities trained in Demonology.
Demon SkinLevel 1 · 2 ranks
Summon ImpLevel 1 · 1 rank
Create HealthstoneLevel 10 · 5 ranks
Summon VoidwalkerLevel 10 · 1 rank
Health FunnelLevel 12 · 7 ranks
Unending BreathLevel 16 · 1 rank
Create SoulstoneLevel 18 · 5 ranks- Demon ArmorLevel 20 · 5 ranks
Ritual of SummoningLevel 20 · 1 rank
Summon IncubusLevel 20 · 1 rank
Summon SuccubusLevel 20 · 1 rank
Eye of KilroggLevel 22 · 1 rank
Sense DemonsLevel 24 · 1 rank
Detect InvisibilityLevel 26 · 3 ranks
BanishLevel 28 · 2 ranks
Create FirestoneLevel 28 · 4 ranks
Subjugate DemonLevel 30 · 3 ranks
Summon FelhunterLevel 30 · 1 rank
Create SpellstoneLevel 36 · 3 ranks
InfernoLevel 50 · 1 rank
Portal of SummoningLevel 60 · 1 rank
Ritual of DoomLevel 60 · 1 rank
Master DemonologistLevel — · 1 rank
Data: WoW Forever client 1.60.1.70685. How we source this
Shadow Ward has 4 ranks between level 32 and 60; each new rank makes it stronger and usually more expensive. Its 30 sec cooldown makes it something to time rather than spam. Its numbers match the Classic Era version.
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Shadow Ward FAQ (WoW Forever)
What does Shadow Ward do in WoW Forever?
Shadow Ward is a Warlock ability. At its highest rank: Absorbs 920 shadow damage. Lasts 30 sec.
What level do you learn Shadow Ward in WoW Forever?
A Warlock learns Shadow Ward at level 32; its last rank comes at level 60.
How many ranks does Shadow Ward have in WoW Forever?
Shadow Ward has 4 ranks: rank 1 at level 32, rank 2 at level 42, rank 3 at level 52, and rank 4 at level 60.
Did Shadow Ward change from Classic in WoW Forever?
No. Every rank of Shadow Ward matches the Classic Era client.
How much does Shadow Ward cost in WoW Forever?
At its highest rank Shadow Ward costs 320 Mana. Cast time: Instant. Cooldown: 30 sec.