Paladin · Retribution · row 1
Deflection
Moved from Retribution row 25 ranks
Deflection
Rank 5/5Retribution
Increases your Parry chance by 5%.
Every rank of Deflection
| Rank | Effect | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Increases your Parry chance by 1%. | client |
| 2 | Increases your Parry chance by 2%. | client |
| 3 | Increases your Parry chance by 3%. | client |
| 4 | Increases your Parry chance by 4%. | client |
| 5 | Increases your Parry chance by 5%. | client |
Requirements and position
- Tree: Retribution, row 1, column 2. Available from your first talent point. The earliest you can finish all 5 ranks is level 14 if you put every point into this tree.
- Competes with: Benediction in the same row.
Classic comparison
| Classic 1.12 | WoW Forever | |
|---|---|---|
| Name | Deflection | Deflection |
| Position | Retribution row 2, col 3 | Retribution row 1, col 2 |
| Ranks | 5 | 5 |
| Rank 1 text | Increases your Parry chance by 1%. | Increases your Parry chance by 1%. |
Questions players ask
Where is Deflection in the Paladin talent tree?
Retribution tree, row 1, column 2. It is available as soon as you have your first talent point at level 10.
Is Deflection new in WoW Forever?
Deflection existed in Classic (Retribution row 2, 5 ranks). In Forever it moved: Classic read "Increases your Parry chance by 1%.".
Snapshot 2026-11-03, client 1.60.1.70753.