A Warden of the Maji has many wilderness abilities such as Barkskin, which causes Bark to grow all over your body, increasing armour. As you take damage, the Bark temporarily falls off, increasing your evasion. Over time the Bark will grow back, removing the evasion bonus but increasing your armour again. It is a reservation skill.
(Adopt the power of the Viridian Wildwood, gradually covering your body in bark. Getting hit by enemy attacks causes bark to be removed. You have higher armour the more bark builds up, but higher chance to evade when less covered in bark)
Name | Barkskin |
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Skill Id | Barkskin |
Icon | ![]() |
Cast Time | Instant |
Level Req. | 70 |
Reservation | 25% mana |
Attack Speed | 100% of base |
Attack Damage | 100% of base |
Effectiveness of Added Damage | 100% |
Stored Uses | 1 |
Cooldown | 1.00 sec |
Adopt the power of the Viridian Wildwood, gradually covering your body in bark. Getting hit by enemy attacks causes bark to be removed. You have higher armour the more bark builds up, but higher chance to evade when less covered in bark. | |
Gain 1 Bark each second if you haven't been Hit by an Enemy Attack Recently Lose 1 Bark when Hit by an Enemy Attack Maximum 10 Bark -15 Physical Damage taken from Attack Hits per Bark 15% increased Armour per Bark 2% more chance to Evade Attacks per Bark below maximum |
Barkskin is a persistent buff that reserves 25% of your mana. Its effects are:
Ah, Barkskin! A fascinating aura in Path of Exile, offering a unique trade-off between defense and evasion. Let's delve into its intricacies:
Embrace the Wildwood's Power:
Barkskin is granted by the unique skill Wildwood Blessing, found in the Viridian Jewel slot. By channeling its power, you gradually become covered in bark, offering two distinct benefits:
Finding the Balance:
The key to utilizing Barkskin effectively lies in striking a balance between these opposing effects. The optimal level of bark depends on your build and the encounter you're facing:
Advanced Tactics:
Beyond the basic approach, several factors can further enhance Barkskin's efficacy:
Barkskin in Action:
Barkskin finds its place in diverse builds, particularly those reliant on:
Ultimately, Barkskin is a versatile and rewarding aura, demanding mastery and offering tactical depth. So, embrace the power of the Viridian Wildwood, experiment with its barky embrace, and become a true master of defense and evasion!
Name | Description | Category | Steps |
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Wildwood Blessing | Grants Level 20 Barkskin Skill | Notable | 2 |
Lesson of the Seasons |
10% chance to Avoid non-Damaging Ailments on you per Bark below maximum (Ailments that do not deal Damage are Scorched, Chilled, Frozen, Brittle, Shocked, and Sapped) |
Notable | 4 |