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Whirling Slash

Perform a circular slash that kicks up a Whirlwind around you, Slowing enemies and Blinding them in its area of effect. Leaving the area collapses the storm, dealing damage and causing Knockback.

AttackAoEMeleeStrikeStagedWind
Tier
A

Very solid choice with strong damage or utility for most builds.

Cost
5 mana
Cast Time
1s
Crit Chance
Max Level
20
Cooldown
None

Gem Effects

Melee

Knocks Back Enemies

Whirlwind

Attack Damage: (60-217)% of base

Knocks Back Enemies

Slows enemy movement speed by 30%

Maximum 3 stages

Collapse deals 150% more damage per additional stage

10% more Knockback distance per stage

Whirlwind radius is 1.8 metres

+0.3m to Radius per additional stage

Requirements

Primary:dexterity
Weapons:Spear
At Level 20:157 Dexterity

Best Support Gems for Whirling Slash

Ranked by synergy — the game won't tell you which combo deals the most damage

How to Use Whirling Slash Effectively

Practical tips you won't find on the tooltip

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AoE Clearing

Invest in Area of Effect to cover more ground. Excellent for map clearing and handling packs efficiently.

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Attribute Planning

Requires 157 Dex at max level. Plan your passive tree and gear to meet this — don't get stuck unable to level your main skill.

Alternatives to Whirling Slash

Similar skills — which one fits your build better?

How to Get Whirling Slash

Source
Uncut Skill Gem
Vendor
Gem vendor after quest
Max Level
20
Resource
mana

Use an Uncut Skill Gem to obtain Whirling Slash. These drop from enemies or can be purchased from the gem vendor once unlocked through the campaign.