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Warlock spellbook in WoW Forever

Every spell a Warlock trains in Forever, from level 1 to 60, tab by tab, read from the beta client and set against the Classic Era client. Pick a spell to compare the two, rank by rank.

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All Warlock spells

56 spells
Forever beta client, build 1.60.1.70685; Classic Era client, build 1.15.9.69722. Numbers are base values, before talents, gear and level scaling.

Corruption

Affliction tab Changed

Rank
Level 60
  • 438 instead of 822.
  • Spell power bonus 20% instead of 16.7%.

Classic

340 Mana30 yd range
2 sec cast

Corrupts the target, causing 822 Shadow damage over 18 sec.

Forever

340 Mana30 yd range
2 sec cast

Corrupts the target, causing 438 Shadow damage over 18 sec.

Sources

Forever: beta client, build 1.60.1.70685 ↗, spell 25311

Classic: Classic Era client, build 1.15.9.69722 ↗, spell 25311

Numbers are the client’s base values, before talents, gear and level scaling.

Every Warlock spell in WoW Forever, tab by tab58 entries, as text

The same spells as above, as text, at the rank the book opens on: the Forever tooltip, and the Classic one where the two differ. Open a spell above for its other ranks and the sources.

Affliction

  • CorruptionRank 7, level 60ChangedCorrupts the target, causing 438 Shadow damage over 18 sec.Classic: Corrupts the target, causing 822 Shadow damage over 18 sec.
  • Curse of WeaknessRank 6, level 52ChangedPhysical damage caused by the target is reduced by 37 for 2 min. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target.Classic: Damage caused by the target is reduced by 31 for 2 min. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target.
  • Life TapRank 6, level 56ChangedConverts 848 Health into 848 Mana for you. Spirit increases the amount converted.Classic: Converts 424 health into 424 mana
  • Bane of AgonyRank 6, level 58RenamedAfflicts the target with agony, causing 552 Shadow damage over 24 sec. This damage is dealt slowly at first, and builds up as the Bane reaches its full duration. Only one Bane per Warlock can be active on any one target.Classic: Curses the target with agony, causing 1044 Shadow damage over 24 sec. This damage is dealt slowly at first, and builds up as the Curse reaches its full duration. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target.
  • FearRank 3, level 56Same as ClassicStrikes fear in the enemy, causing it to run in fear for up to 20 sec. Damage caused may interrupt the effect. Only 1 target can be feared at a time.
  • Drain SoulRank 4, level 52ChangedDrains the soul of the target, causing 420 Shadow damage over 15 sec. Non-trivial targets damaged by Drain Soul have a chance to grant you a Soul Shard. Non-trivial targets killed by Drain Soul will always grant you a Soul shard. Soul Shards are required for other spells.Classic: Drains the soul of the target, causing 455 Shadow damage over 15 sec. If the target dies while being drained, and yields experience or honor, the caster gains a Soul Shard. Soul Shards are required for other spells.
  • Curse of RecklessnessRank 4, level 56ChangedCurses the target with recklessness, reducing the target's armor by 505 for 2 min. Cursed enemies will not flee and will ignore Fear and Horror effects. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target.Classic: Curses the target with recklessness, increasing melee attack power by 90 but reducing armor by 640 for 2 min. Cursed enemies will not flee and will ignore Fear and Horror effects. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target.
  • Drain LifeRank 6, level 54ChangedTransfers 51 health every 1 second from the target to the caster. Lasts 5 sec.Classic: Transfers 71 health every second from the target to the caster. Lasts 5 sec.
  • Curse of the ElementsRank 3, level 40EarlierCurses the target for 5 min, reducing Magic resistances by 60 and increasing Magic damage taken by 8%. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target.Classic: Curses the target for 5 min, reducing Fire and Frost resistances by 75 and increasing Fire and Frost damage taken by 10%. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target.
  • Drain ManaRank 1, level 24ChangedTransfers 44 Mana every 1 sec from the target to the caster. Lasts 5 sec.
  • Curse of TonguesRank 2, level 50ChangedForces the target to speak in Demonic, increasing the casting time of all spells by 60%. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target. Lasts 30 sec.Classic: Forces the target to speak in Demonic, slowing the casting time of all spells by 60%. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target. Lasts 30 sec.
  • Siphon LifeRank 4, level 58TalentTransfers 41 health from the target to the caster every 3 sec. Lasts 30 sec.Classic: Transfers 45 health from the target to the caster every 3 sec. Lasts 30 sec.
  • Howl of TerrorRank 2, level 54Same as ClassicHowl, causing 5 enemies within 10 yds to flee in terror for 15 sec. Damage caused may interrupt the effect.
  • Death CoilRank 3, level 58ChangedCauses the enemy target to run in horror for 3 sec and causes 460 Shadow damage. The caster gains 100% of the damage caused in health.Classic: Causes the enemy target to run in horror for 3 sec and causes 476 Shadow damage. The caster gains 100% of the damage caused in health.
  • Bane of Doomlevel 60RenamedAfflicts the target with impending doom, causing 1742 Shadow damage after 1 min. If the target dies from this damage, there is a chance that a Doomguard will be summoned. Cannot be cast on players. Only one Bane per Warlock can be active on any one target.Classic: Curses the target with impending doom, causing 3200 Shadow damage after 1 min. If the target dies from this damage, there is a chance that a Doomguard will be summoned. Cannot be cast on players.
  • Amplify CurseTalentIncreases the effect of your next Curse of Weakness or Bane of Agony by 50%, or your next Curse of Exhaustion by 20%. Lasts 30 sec.Classic: Increases the effect of your next Curse of Weakness or Curse of Agony by 50%, or your next Curse of Exhaustion by 20%. Lasts 30 sec.
  • Curse of ExhaustionTalentReduces the target's movement speed by 30% for 12 sec. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target.Classic: Reduces the target's movement speed by 10% for 12 sec. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target.
  • WrackTalentTears the target apart from within, inflicting 36 Shadow damage every 1 sec and increasing the damage they take from your other Shadow damage over time effects by 10% for 6 sec.

Demonology

  • Demon SkinRank 2, level 10ChangedProtects the caster, increasing armor by 120 and increases health regeneration by 5 health per 5 sec. for 30 min.Classic: Protects the caster, increasing armor by 120 and restores 5 Health per 5 sec. for 30 min.
  • Summon Implevel 1Same as ClassicSummons an Imp under the command of the Warlock.
  • Create HealthstoneRank 5, level 58ChangedCreates a Major Healthstone that can be used to instantly restore 1440 health. Conjured items disappear if logged out for more than 15 minutes.Classic: Creates a Major Healthstone that can be used to instantly restore 1200 health. Conjured items disappear if logged out for more than 15 minutes.
  • Summon Voidwalkerlevel 10Same as ClassicSummons a Voidwalker under the command of the Warlock.
  • Health FunnelRank 7, level 60ChangedGives 153 health to the caster's pet every second for 10 sec as long as the caster channels. Generates reduced threat.Classic: Gives 153 health to the caster's pet every second for 10 sec as long as the caster channels.
  • Unending Breathlevel 16Same as ClassicAllows the target to breathe underwater for 10 min.
  • Create SoulstoneRank 5, level 60Same as ClassicCreates a Major Soulstone. The Soulstone can be used to store one target's soul. If the target dies while their soul is stored, they will be able to resurrect with 2200 health and 2800 mana. Conjured items disappear if logged out for more than 15 minutes.
  • Demon ArmorRank 5, level 60ChangedProtects the caster, increasing armor by 570, Shadow resistance by 15 and increases health regeneration by 15 health per 5 sec. for 30 min.Classic: Protects the caster, increasing armor by 570, Shadow resistance by 15 and restores 15 health every 5 sec. for 30 min.
  • Ritual of Summoninglevel 20Same as ClassicBegins a ritual that summons the targeted group member. Requires the caster and 2 additional party members to complete the ritual. In order to participate, all players must be out of combat and right-click the portal and not move until the ritual is complete.
  • Summon Incubuslevel 20Same as ClassicSummons an Incubus under the command of the Warlock.
  • Summon Succubuslevel 20Same as ClassicSummons a Succubus under the command of the Warlock.
  • Eye of Kilrogglevel 22Same as ClassicSummons an Eye of Kilrogg and binds your vision to it. The eye moves quickly but is very fragile.
  • Sense Demonslevel 24Same as ClassicShows the location of all nearby demons on the minimap until cancelled. Only one type of tracking can be used at a time.
  • Detect InvisibilityRank 3, level 50Same as ClassicAllows the friendly target to detect greater invisibility for 10 min.
  • BanishRank 2, level 48Same as ClassicBanishes the enemy target, preventing all action but making it invulnerable for up to 30 sec. Only one target can be banished at a time. Only works on Demons and Elementals.
  • Create FirestoneRank 4, level 56ChangedCreates a Major Firestone which can be used to enchant your weapon with Fire, increasing your spell critical strike chance by 2% and the damage done by your Fire spells by up to 21. Conjured items disappear if logged out for more than 15 minutes.Classic: Creates a Major Firestone which can be equipped in the off hand. When equipped, enchants the main hand weapon with fire, granting each attack a chance to deal 80 to 120 additional Fire damage. In addition, equipping the Major Firestone increases the damage done by fire spells by 21. Conjured items disappear if logged out for more than 15 minutes.
  • Subjugate DemonRank 3, level 58Same as ClassicSubjugates the target demon, up to level 64, forcing it to do your bidding. While subjugated, the time between the demon's attacks is increased by 40% and its casting speed is slowed by 30%. Lasts up to 5 min. If you repeatedly subjugate the same demon, it will become more difficult to control with each attempt.
  • Summon Felhunterlevel 30Same as ClassicSummons a Felhunter under the command of the Warlock.
  • Shadow WardRank 4, level 60Same as ClassicAbsorbs 920 shadow damage. Lasts 30 sec.
  • Create SpellstoneRank 3, level 60ChangedCreates a Major Spellstone which can be used to enchant your weapon with Shadow, increasing your spell haste by 2% and the damage done by your Shadow spells by up to 21. Conjured items disappear if logged out for more than 15 minutes.Classic: Creates a Major Spellstone for the caster. When equipped and used, the Major Spellstone removes all magic effects from the caster and will absorb 900 magic damage for 1 min. In addition, equipping the Major Spellstone improves your chance to get a critical strike with spells by 1%. Conjured items disappear if logged out for more than 15 minutes.
  • Infernolevel 50Same as ClassicSummons a meteor from the Twisting Nether, causing 200 Fire damage and stunning all enemy targets in the area for 2 sec. An Infernal rises from the crater, under the command of the caster for 5 min. Once control is lost, the Infernal must be Subjugated to maintain control. Can only be used outdoors.
  • Portal of Summoninglevel 60NewBegins a ritual that creates a summoning portal. The summoning portal can be used by 2 party or raid members to summon a targeted party or raid member. The ritual portal requires the caster and 2 additional party or raid members to complete. In order to participate, all players must be out of combat and right-click the portal and not move until the ritual is complete.
  • Ritual of Doomlevel 60Same as ClassicBegins a ritual that sacrifices a random participant to summon a doomguard. The doomguard must be immediately subjugated or it will attack the ritual participants. Requires the caster and 4 additional party members to complete the ritual. In order to participate, all players must right-click the portal and not move until the ritual is complete.
  • Demonic SacrificeTalentWhen activated, sacrifices your summoned Demon to enhance the opposing aspect of your power, granting you an effect that lasts 2 hr. The effect is canceled if any Demon is summoned. Imp: Increases your Shadow damage by 15%. Voidwalker: Restores 2% of your total Mana every 4 sec. Succubus/Incubus: Increases your Fire damage by 15%. Felhunter: Restores 3% of your total Health every 4 sec.Classic: When activated, sacrifices your summoned demon to grant you an effect that lasts 30 min. The effect is canceled if any Demon is summoned. Imp: Increases your Fire damage by 15%. Voidwalker: Restores 3% of total Health every 4 sec. Succubus/Incubus: Increases your Shadow damage by 15%. Felhunter: Restores 2% of total Mana every 4 sec.
  • Fel DominationTalentYour next Imp, Voidwalker, Succubus, Incubus, or Felhunter Summon spell has its casting time reduced by 5.5 sec and its Mana cost reduced by 50%.
  • Soul LinkTalentWhen active, 30% of all damage taken by the caster is taken by your Imp, Voidwalker, Succubus, Incubus, or Felhunter Demon instead. In addition, both the Demon and the master will inflict 3% more damage. Lasts as long as the Demon is active.Classic: When active, 30% of all damage taken by the caster is taken by your Imp, Voidwalker, Succubus, Incubus, or Felhunter demon instead. In addition, both the demon and master will inflict 3% more damage. Lasts as long as the demon is active.

Destruction

  • ImmolateRank 8, level 60ChangedBurns the enemy for 158 Fire damage and then an additional 275 Fire damage over 15 sec.Classic: Burns the enemy for 279 Fire damage and then an additional 510 Fire damage over 15 sec.
  • Shadow BoltRank 10, level 60ChangedSends a shadowy bolt at the enemy, causing 253 to 283 Shadow damage.Classic: Sends a shadowy bolt at the enemy, causing 482 to 538 Shadow damage.
  • Searing PainRank 6, level 58ChangedInflict searing pain on the enemy target, causing 107 to 126 Fire damage. Causes a high amount of threat.Classic: Inflict searing pain on the enemy target, causing 208 to 244 Fire damage. Causes a high amount of threat.
  • Rain of FireRank 4, level 58ChangedCalls down a fiery rain to burn enemies in the area of effect for 884 Fire damage over 8 sec.Classic: Calls down a fiery rain to burn enemies in the area of effect for 912 Fire damage over 8 sec.
  • ShadowburnRank 6, level 56TalentInstantly blasts the target for 259 to 288 Shadow damage. If the target dies within 8 sec of Shadowburn, and yields experience or honor, the caster gains a Soul Shard.Classic: Instantly blasts the target for 462 to 514 Shadow damage. If the target dies within 5 sec of Shadowburn, and yields experience or honor, the caster gains a Soul Shard.
  • ConflagrateRank 4, level 48TalentIgnites a target that is already afflicted by your Immolate spell, dealing 179 to 222 Fire damage and consuming your Immolate effect.Classic: Ignites a target that is already afflicted by Immolate, dealing 447 to 557 Fire damage and consuming the Immolate spell.
  • HellfireRank 3, level 54ChangedIgnites the area surrounding the caster, causing 210 Fire damage to himself and 210 Fire damage to all nearby enemies every 1 sec. Lasts 15 sec.Classic: Ignites the area surrounding the caster, causing 213 Fire damage to himself and 213 Fire damage to all nearby enemies every 1 sec. Lasts 15 sec.
  • IncinerateRank 3, level 60TalentDeals 201 to 233 Fire damage to your target and an additional 25% damage if the target is afflicted by Immolate.
  • Soul FireRank 2, level 56ChangedBurn the enemy's soul, causing 390 to 487 Fire damage.Classic: Burn the enemy's soul, causing 715 to 894 Fire damage.
  • Bane of HavocTalentAfflicts the target for 5 min, causing 15% of all damage done by the Warlock to other targets to also be dealt to the cursed target. Bane of Havoc is limited to 1 target, and only one Bane per Warlock can be active on any one target.

Mounts

  • Summon Felsteedlevel 40ChangedSummons a Felsteed, which serves as a mount for the caster.Classic: Summons a Felsteed, which serves as a mount for the caster. Speed is increased by 60%.
  • Summon Dreadsteedlevel 60ChangedSummons a Dreadsteed, which serves as a mount for the caster.Classic: Summons a Dreadsteed, which serves as a mount for the caster. Speed is increased by 100%.

In a Classic Warlock's spellbook, not in Forever

  • Curse of ShadowTrained from level 44 in ClassicNot in ForeverClassic: Curses the target for 5 min, reducing Shadow and Arcane resistances by 75 and increasing Shadow and Arcane damage taken by 10%. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target.
  • Dark PactTrained from level 40 in ClassicNot in ForeverClassic: Drains 250 of your pet's Mana, returning 100% to you.