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RSS feedPriest · Holy tab
Smite
Changed from Classic8 ranksLevel 1
Smite
Rank 8Holy
280 Mana30 yd range
2.5 sec cast
Learned at level 54
Smite an enemy for 166 to 186 Holy damage.
Spell power coefficient: 71.4% of spell power (direct)
All ranks of Smite
| Rank | Level | Cost / range / cast | Effect | Classic 1.12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rank 1 | 1 | 20 Mana · 30 yd range · 1.5 sec cast | Smite an enemy for 13 to 17 Holy damage. Coefficient 42.9% of spell power (direct) | changed Smite an enemy for 15 to 19 Holy damage. scales with 12.3% of spell power (direct) |
| Rank 2 | 6 | 30 Mana · 30 yd range · 2 sec cast | Smite an enemy for 25 to 31 Holy damage. Coefficient 57.1% of spell power (direct) | changed Smite an enemy for 28 to 34 Holy damage. scales with 27.1% of spell power (direct) |
| Rank 3 | 14 | 60 Mana · 30 yd range · 2.5 sec cast | Smite an enemy for 44 to 50 Holy damage. Coefficient 71.4% of spell power (direct) | changed Smite an enemy for 58 to 66 Holy damage. scales with 55.4% of spell power (direct) |
| Rank 4 | 22 | 95 Mana · 30 yd range · 2.5 sec cast | Smite an enemy for 59 to 67 Holy damage. Coefficient 71.4% of spell power (direct) | changed Smite an enemy for 97 to 111 Holy damage. |
| Rank 5 | 30 | 140 Mana · 30 yd range · 2.5 sec cast | Smite an enemy for 81 to 91 Holy damage. Coefficient 71.4% of spell power (direct) | changed Smite an enemy for 158 to 178 Holy damage. |
| Rank 6 | 38 | 185 Mana · 30 yd range · 2.5 sec cast | Smite an enemy for 93 to 105 Holy damage. Coefficient 71.4% of spell power (direct) | changed Smite an enemy for 222 to 250 Holy damage. |
| Rank 7 | 46 | 230 Mana · 30 yd range · 2.5 sec cast | Smite an enemy for 124 to 138 Holy damage. Coefficient 71.4% of spell power (direct) | changed Smite an enemy for 298 to 334 Holy damage. |
| Rank 8 | 54 | 280 Mana · 30 yd range · 2.5 sec cast | Smite an enemy for 166 to 186 Holy damage. Coefficient 71.4% of spell power (direct) | changed Smite an enemy for 384 to 428 Holy damage. |
Talents that modify Smite
- Power in Light (Discipline row 1): Your Smite and Penance spells deal 10% increased damage to targets afflicted with your Holy Fire or Shadow Word: Pain.
- Mental Agility (Discipline row 3): Reduces the mana cost of your Smite, Holy Fire, and instant cast spells by 10%.
- Divine Fury (Holy row 2): Reduces the casting time of your Smite, Holy Fire, Heal, and Greater Heal spells by 0.5 sec.
- Holy Reach (Holy row 4): Increases the range of your Smite and Holy Fire spells and the radius of your Prayer of Healing and Holy Nova spells by 20%.
Source: beta client 1.60.1.70753. Spell ID 10934.
Questions players ask
When do Priests learn Smite?
Rank 1 at level 1, with later ranks at 6, 14, 22, 30, 38, 46, 54. Visit a class trainer in any capital.
Did Smite change from Classic?
Yes. At least one rank has different numbers or wording. The comparison table on this page shows the Classic text beside the Forever text for every rank.
Snapshot 2026-11-03, client 1.60.1.70753.