Eclipse is a player favorite ability from future expansions that we’ve brought back for Season of Discovery. Eclipse increases the critical strike chance of your next two Wrath abilities by 30% and Wrath increases the critical strike chance of your next Starfire by 30% with each effect stacking up to 4 times.
The return of Eclipse in SoD, particularly for Balance Druids, is certainly exciting news! This iconic ability from later expansions adds a unique dynamic to your rotation, offering significant DPS potential through strategic weaving of your Wrath and Starfire abilities. Here’s how Eclipse can impact your gameplay:
Increased Crit Chance: The core mechanic of Eclipse revolves around stacking its buff, which increases the crit chance of your next two Wrath abilities by 30% and your next Starfire by 30%. This can lead to devastating crits, especially when stacked to the maximum of 4 times.
Rotational Complexity: Integrating Eclipse into your existing rotation effectively requires thoughtful planning and weaving. You’ll need to balance triggering the Wrath bonus for Starfire and vice versa, while maintaining your standard DoT application and other abilities.
Burst Opportunities: With stacked Eclipse buffs, unleashing a Starfire can lead to an incredible burst of damage. Timing this burst appropriately during boss encounters can significantly improve your overall DPS.
Synergy with Talents and Gear: Talents like Improved Wrath and Empowered Moonkin will synergize well with Eclipse, further enhancing its crit potential. Haste gear can also aid in maintaining the fast-paced rotation required for maximizing the buff stacks.
Choosing the Right Time to Engage Eclipse: While Eclipse offers high potential, timing its activation is crucial. Using it in situations where you can consistently build and unleash stacks will yield the best results. Avoid activating it just before movement phases or boss mechanics that interrupt your casting.
Adaptability is Key: Don’t be afraid to adapt your approach based on the encounter at hand. Some fights might favor prioritizing consistent DPS through DoTs and Wrath spam, while others might offer windows for effective Eclipse burst.
Remember, Season of Discovery is still ongoing, and theorycrafting is encouraged! With practice and experimentation, you can utilize Eclipse’s power to maximize your Balance Druid’s potential in SoD.
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