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Defensive Stance

Changed from Classic1 rank

Defensive Stance

Physical

Instant1 sec cooldown

Learned at level 10

A defensive combat stance. Decreases damage taken by 10% and damage caused by 10%. Increases all threat generated by 80%.

All ranks of Defensive Stance

Rank	Level	Cost / range / cast	Effect	Classic 1.12
—	10	Instant · 1 sec cooldown	A defensive combat stance. Decreases damage taken by 10% and damage caused by 10%. Increases all threat generated by 80%.	changed A defensive combat stance. Decreases damage taken by 10% and damage caused by 10%. Increases threat generated.

Talents that modify Defensive Stance

Vanguard (Protection row 4): Your Charge ability is now usable while in Defensive Stance.

Source: beta client 1.60.1.70753, Blizzard's notes 2026-11-02. Spell ID 71.

Questions players ask

When do Warriors learn Defensive Stance?

The train level is not recorded in this snapshot. Learned at level 10

Did Defensive Stance 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.