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This page lists all known '''[[Barbarian]] skills''', with information that was current as of August 2011. This page is a quick listing; follow the links to the individual skill pages for full discussion of every skill, including first hand reports, [[Blue]] quotes, [[runestone]] information, and numerous screenshots and other images.
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This page lists all '''[[Barbarian]] skills'''. This page is a quick listing; follow the links to the individual skill pages for full discussion of every skill, including first hand reports, [[Blue]] quotes, [[skill rune]] information, and numerous screenshots and other images.
 
 
All character skills have undergone considerable changes during development, with the biggest change coming before Blizzcon 2010, when skill trees and passive skills were removed from the skill listing and [[Traits]] were introduced. See the [[Barbarian skill archive]] for information about skill changes over time.
 
  
 
'''Useful skill links:'''
 
'''Useful skill links:'''
  
 
* [[Skill]]s - General skill design and mechanics.
 
* [[Skill]]s - General skill design and mechanics.
** [[Active skill]]s -- Skills where effects are activated by the player.
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** [[Skill rune]]s - The huge skill customization and improvement system.
** [[Passive skill]]s -- Skills where effects are activated automatically, by the computer or by special events.
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* [[Barbarian]] - a [[melee]]-oriented class with great physical powers.
** [[Signature skill]]s -- Skills that define characters.
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** [[Fury]] - The Barbarian's energy [[resource]].
** [[Shouts]] -- Skills that buff the player or debuff monsters.
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** [[Barbarian skills]] - A list of all the Barbarian's active skills.
* [[Fury]] -- The Barbarian's energy [[resource]].
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*** [[Shouts]] - Skills that buff the player or debuff monsters.
* [[Runestones]] -- The huge skill customization and improvement system.
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** [[Barbarian passives]] - A list of all the Barbarian's passive skills.
* [[Barbarian skill archive]] -- Removed Barbarian skills.
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* [[Barbarian skill archive]] - Removed Barbarian skills.
* [[Barbarian traits]] -- Passive skills in Diablo III were called [[traits]] for a while before reverting back.
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* [[Barbarian traits]] - Passive skills in Diablo III were called [[traits]] for a while before reverting back.
 
 
 
 
==Active Skills==
 
[[Image:Skill-tree-blizzcon09-barb-muldric.jpg|thumb|300px|[[Barbarian]] Skill Tree interpretation by [http://forums.diii.net/showthread.php?t=739038 Muldric].]]
 
Click to the individual skill pages for more details about these skills including numbers, screenshots, [[runestone]] information, blue quotes, and much more.
 
 
 
 
 
===Fury Generator===
 
 
 
 
 
====Bash====
 
[[File:IconBash.png|left]]
 
[[Bash]] is unlocked at [[clvl|Level]] 1.<br>
 
A powerful melee swiping attack, this hits a single target for heavy damage, with a chance to knockback as well.
 
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'''Description:''' Brutally smash an enemy for {{c_lime|145%}} weapon damage with a {{c_lime|20%}} change to knock the enemy back.<br>
 
 
 
'''Generate:''' {{c_lime|6}} Fury per attack
 
 
 
 
 
====Cleave====
 
[[File:IconCleave.png|left]]
 
[[Cleave]] is unlocked at [[clvl|Level]] 4.<br>
 
A powerful melee attack, this hits multiple enemies per swing; as many as are within the sweep of the Barbarian's reach, dealing substantial damage to everything.
 
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'''Description:''' Swing in a wide arc to deal {{c_lime|120%}} weapon damage to the targeted enemy and {{c_lime|60%}} weapon damage to any other enemies caught in the swing.
 
 
 
'''Generate:''' {{c_lime|4}} Fury per attack
 
 
 
 
 
====Leap Attack====
 
[[File:IconLeap.png|left]]
 
[[Leap Attack]] is unlocked at [[clvl|Level]] 6.<br>
 
A deadly fast attack, this one allows the Barbarian to leap into attack, moving far faster than running speed, as well as vaulting over obstacles or monsters between him and his prey.
 
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'''Description:''' Leap into the air, dealing {{c_lime|40%}} weapon damage to all enemies within {{c_lime|8}} yards of your destination. Only generates Fury if you hit an enemy.
 
 
 
'''Generate:''' {{c_lime|15}} Fury<br>
 
'''Cooldown:''' {{c_lime|10}} seconds
 
 
 
 
 
====Ground Stomp====
 
[[File:IconGroundStomp.png|left]]
 
[[Ground Stomp]] is unlocked at [[clvl|Level]] 8.<br>
 
This defensive skill causes the Barbarian to stomp his foot, crushing the earth and stunning all nearby enemies. With [[runestones]] it can add damage, knockback, and more.
 
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'''Description:''' Shake the ground to inflict {{c_lime|30%}} weapon damage to all enemies within {{c_lime|12}} yards and stun them for {{c_lime|3}} seconds. Only generates Fury if you hit an enemy.
 
 
 
'''Generate:''' {{c_lime|15}} Fury<br>
 
'''Cooldown:''' {{c_lime|12}} seconds
 
 
 
 
 
====Frenzy====
 
[[File:IconFrenzy.png|left]]
 
[[Frenzy]] is unlocked at [[clvl|Level]] 11.<br>
 
Consecutive hits with this melee skill grant increased attack speed and weapon damage.
 
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'''Description:''' Swing for {{c_lime|80%}} weapon damage. Each swing increases attack speed of Frenzy by {{c_lime|15%}} for {{c_lime|4}} seconds. This effect can stack up to {{c_lime|5}} times for an total bonus of {{c_lime|75%}} attack speed.
 
 
 
'''Generate:''' {{c_lime|3}} Fury per attack
 
 
 
 
 
====War Cry====
 
[[File:IconWarCry.png|left]]
 
[[War Cry]] is unlocked at [[clvl|Level]] 14.<br>
 
This [[shout]] boosts the Barbarian's Fury, as well as the armor of the Barbarian and all nearby party members.
 
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'''Description:''' Unleash a rallying cry to increase the armor of you and all allies within {{c_lime|30}} yards by {{c_lime|100%}} for {{c_lime|60}} seconds.
 
 
 
'''Generate:''' {{c_lime|30}} Fury<br>
 
'''Cooldown:''' {{c_lime|30}} seconds
 
 
 
 
 
====Furious Charge====
 
[[File:IconFuriousCharge.png|left]]
 
[[Furious Charge]] is unlocked at [[clvl|Level]] 16.<br>
 
A very fast moving charge attack, enabling the Barbarian to pass through enemies on the way to his target.
 
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'''Description:''' Rush forward knocking back enemies and inflicting {{c_lime|60%}} weapon damage to enemies at the destination and {{c_lime|30%}} damage to enemies along the path of the charge. Only generates Fury if you hit an enemy.
 
 
 
'''Generate:''' {{c_lime|15}} Fury<br>
 
'''Cooldown:''' {{c_lime|10}} seconds
 
 
 
 
 
====Ancient Spear====
 
[[File:IconAncientSpear.png|left]]
 
[[Ancient Spear]] is unlocked at [[clvl|Level]] 22.<br>
 
"Get over here!" A spear on a chain, hurled to skewer enemies and drag them closer. Runestones can add the ability to skewer multiple enemies on a single spear.
 
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'''Description:''' Throw a spear up to {{c_lime|45}} yards to pull an enemy back to you, slowing target's movement by {{c_lime|50%}} and dealing {{c_lime|55%}} weapon damage.
 
  
'''Generate:''' {{c_lime|15}} Fury<br>
 
'''Cooldown:''' {{c_lime|10}} seconds
 
  
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==[[Active Skills]]==
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Click to the individual skill pages for more details about these skills including numbers, screenshots, Skill Rune information, blue quotes, and much more.
  
===Fury Spender===
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===Primary===
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{{Skill description header}}
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<skill class="Barbarian">Bash</skill>
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<skill class="Barbarian">Cleave</skill>
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<skill class="Barbarian">Frenzy</skill>
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<skill class="Barbarian">Weapon Throw</Skill>
  
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===Secondary===
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{{Skill description header}}
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<skill class="Barbarian">Hammer of the Ancients</skill>
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<skill class="Barbarian">Rend</skill>
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<skill class="Barbarian">Seismic Slam</skill>
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<skill class="Barbarian">Whirlwind</skill>
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<skill class="Barbarian">Ancient Spear</skill>
  
====Threatening Shout====
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===Defensive===
[[File:IconThreateningShout.png|left]]
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{{Skill description header}}
[[Threatening Shout]] is unlocked at [[clvl|Level]] 1.<br>
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<skill class="Barbarian">Ground Stomp</skill>
A [[shout]] that debuffs enemies, lowering their damage.
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<skill class="Barbarian">Leap</skill>
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<skill class="Barbarian">Sprint</skill>
'''Description:''' Shout with great ferocity, reducing damage done by enemies withing {{c_lime|25}} yards by {{c_lime|50%}} for {{c_lime|15}} seconds.
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<skill class="Barbarian">Ignore Pain</skill>
  
'''Cost:''' {{c_lime|20}} Fury
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===Might===
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{{Skill description header}}
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<skill class="Barbarian">Overpower</skill>
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<skill class="Barbarian">Revenge</skill>
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<skill class="Barbarian">Furious Charge</skill>
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<skill class="Barbarian">Avalanche</skill>
  
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===Tactics===
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{{Skill description header}}
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<skill class="Barbarian">Threatening Shout</skill>
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<skill class="Barbarian">Battle Rage</skill>
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<skill class="Barbarian">War Cry</skill>
  
====Hammer of the Ancients====
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===Rage===
[[File:IconHammerOfTheAncients.png|left]]
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{{Skill description header}}
[[Hammer of the Ancients]] is unlocked at [[clvl|Level]] 2.<br>
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<skill class="Barbarian">Earthquake</skill>
The Barbarian swings a huge yellow hammer overhead, crushing it down on enemies for massive damage, plus a good chance of critical damage.
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<skill class="Barbarian">Call of the Ancients</skill>
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<skill class="Barbarian">Wrath of the Berserker</skill>
'''Description:''' Call forth a massive hammer to smash enemies around the target for {{c_lime|180%}} weapon damage and increases critical hit change by {{c_lime|15%}}.
 
  
'''Cost:''' {{c_lime|20}} Fury
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==[[Passive Skills]]==
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{{Skill description header}}
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<skill class="Barbarian">Pound of Flesh</skill>
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<skill class="Barbarian">Ruthless</skill>
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<skill class="Barbarian">Nerves of Steel</skill>
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<skill class="Barbarian">Weapons Master</skill>
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<skill class="Barbarian">Berserker Rage</skill>
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<skill class="Barbarian">Inspiring Presence</skill>
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<skill class="Barbarian">Bloodthirst</skill>
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<skill class="Barbarian">Animosity</skill>
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<skill class="Barbarian">Superstition</skill>
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<skill class="Barbarian">Tough as Nails</skill>
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<skill class="Barbarian">No Escape</skill>
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<skill class="Barbarian">Relentless</skill>
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<skill class="Barbarian">Brawler</skill>
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<skill class="Barbarian">Juggernaut</skill>
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<skill class="Barbarian">Unforgiving</skill>
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<skill class="Barbarian">Boon of Bul-Kathos</skill>
  
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==Skill Distribution==
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A useful player-made chart showing when the Barbarian gains access to skills, passives, and rune effects.
  
====Battle Rage====
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[[File:Char-prog-barb.png|center|frame|Barbarian skill progression. Stats as of May 5, 2012.]]
[[File:IconBattleRage.png|left]]
 
[[Battle Rage]] is unlocked at [[clvl|Level]] 3.<br>
 
A [[shout]] that provides a damage boost and critical hit improvement for a short duration.
 
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'''Description:''' Enter a rage which increases damage by {{c_lime|30%}} and critical hit change by {{c_lime|4%}} for {{c_lime|30}} seconds.
 
 
 
'''Cost:''' {{c_lime|20}} Fury
 
 
 
 
 
====Weapon Throw====
 
[[File:IconWeaponThrow.png|left]]
 
[[Weapon Throw]] is unlocked at [[clvl|Level]] 7.<br>
 
A powerful ranged attack, this one allows the Barbarian to hurl his weapon at enemies. Runestones add amazing effects, including one in which the Barbarian hurls a monster corpse, dealing high damage to nearby targets.
 
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'''Description:''' Hurl a throwing weapon at an enemy for {{c_lime|210%}} weapon damage and slowing the movement of the enemy by {{c_lime|50%}} for {{c_lime|4}} seconds.
 
 
 
'''Cost:''' {{c_lime|20}} Fury
 
 
 
 
 
====Rend====
 
[[File:IconRend.png|left]]
 
[[Rend]] is unlocked at [[clvl|Level]] 9.<br>
 
A melee attack that deals considerable bonus damage to all enemies within range.
 
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'''Description:''' Perform a vicious strike to all enemies within {{c_lime|9}} yards, dealing {{c_lime|60%}} weapon damage every seconds for {{c_lime|3}} seconds.
 
 
 
'''Cost:''' {{c_lime|20}} Fury
 
 
 
 
 
====Seismic Slam====
 
[[File:IconSeismicSlam.png|left]]
 
[[Seismic Slam]] is unlocked at [[clvl|Level]] 19.<br>
 
A more powerful version of [[Ground Stomp]], this skill deals higher damage and knocks back enemies, rather than stunning them.
 
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'''Description:''' Slam the ground to cause a wave of destruction that deals {{c_lime|215%}} weapon damage and knockback to targets in a {{c_lime|45}} yard arc.
 
 
 
'''Cost:''' {{c_lime|30}} Fury
 
 
 
 
 
====Sprint====
 
[[File:IconSprint.png|left]]
 
[[Sprint]] is unlocked at [[clvl|Level]] 24.<br>
 
A [[shout]] that buffs the Barbarian with extra movement speed.
 
{{clear-left}}
 
'''Description:''' Increase movement speed by {{c_lime|40%}} for {{c_lime|6}} seconds.
 
 
 
'''Cost:''' {{c_lime|20}} Fury
 
 
 
 
 
====Whirlwind====
 
[[File:IconWhirlwind.png|left]]
 
[[Whirlwind]] is unlocked at [[clvl|Level]] 27.<br>
 
The classic Diablo 2 skill, this one allows the Barbarian to whirl in a moving circle, landing multiple hits to anything in range. Can be quite dangerous in PvP, since a slowed Barbarian becomes a sitting duck, unable to exit the WW in case of emergency.
 
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'''Description:''' Deliver multiple attacks to everything in your path for {{c_lime|44%}} weapon damage every {{c_lime|0.40}} seconds.
 
 
 
'''Cost:''' {{c_lime|8}} Fury per second
 
 
 
 
 
===Situational===
 
 
 
 
 
====Ignore Pain====
 
[[File:IconIgnorePain.png|left]]
 
[[Ignore Pain]] is unlocked at [[clvl|Level]] 5.<br>
 
This skill reduces all damage taken and grants immunity to most debuffs.
 
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'''Description:''' Reduces all damage taken by {{c_lime|65%}} for {{c_lime|5}} seconds.
 
 
 
'''Cooldown:''' {{c_lime|60}} seconds
 
 
 
 
 
====Revenge====
 
[[File:IconRevenge.png|left]]
 
[[Revenge]] is unlocked at [[clvl|Level]] 12.<br>
 
A melee skill, this one becomes available when when the Barbarian is hit. It deals a fast spinning hit that can strike multiple enemies for considerable damage. When seen at Blizzcon 2010, this skill was an active one; players had to hit the button to trigger it once it was enabled. The skill was changed to a direct, automated strike of some sort during later development, though details are not yet known.
 
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'''Description:''' Inflict {{c_lime|150%}} weapon damage to all enemies within {{c_lime|8}} yards and gain {{c_lime|5%}} Life for each enemy hit.
 
* {{c_grey|Revenge has a {{c_lime|10%}} change to become active for a short time each time you are hit by an attack.}}
 
 
 
 
 
====Overpower====
 
[[File:IconOverpower.png|left]]
 
[[Overpower]] is unlocked at [[clvl|Level]] 18.<br>
 
Overpower gives the [[Barbarian]] a chance to take advantage of the situation, overwhelming enemies around him with a powerful strike.
 
{{clear-left}}
 
'''Description:''' Press the advantage of a powerful attack to overwhelm the enemy for {{c_lime|150%}} weapon damage to all targets within {{c_lime|9}} yards.
 
* {{c_grey|Overpower becomes available whenever you make a critical hit against an enemy.}}
 
 
 
 
 
====Earthquake====
 
[[File:IconEarthquake.png|left]]
 
[[Earthquake]] is unlocked at [[clvl|Level]] 21.<br>
 
This stomp causes massive damage to all nearby enemies.
 
{{clear-left}}
 
'''Description:''' Shake the ground violently dealing {{c_lime|240%}} weapon damage followed by an additional {{c_lime|150%}} weapon damage per second for {{c_lime|8}} seconds to all enemies within {{c_lime|15}} yards.
 
 
 
'''Cost:''' {{c_lime|75}} Fury<br>
 
'''Cooldown:''' {{c_lime|120}} seconds
 
 
 
 
 
====Call of the Ancients====
 
[[File:IconCallOfTheAncients.png|left]]
 
[[Call of the Ancients]] is unlocked at [[clvl|Level]] 25.<br>
 
The only summoning skill of the Barbarian, this one allows him to summon the Ancients from Diablo II, who will briefly assist in battle.
 
{{clear-left}}
 
'''Description:''' Summon the ancient Barbarians Talic, Korlic, and Madawc to inflict {{c_lime|100%}} weapon damage with each attack as they join the battle for {{c_lime|15}} seconds.
 
 
 
'''Cost:''' {{c_lime|75}} Fury<br>
 
'''Cooldown:''' {{c_lime|120}} seconds
 
 
 
• {{c_grey|Talic wields a sword and shield and uses the Whirlwind skill.}}<br>
 
• {{c_grey|Korlic wields a massive polearm and uses the Cleave skill.}}<br>
 
• {{c_grey|Madawc dual-wields axes and uses the Weapon Throw skill.}}
 
 
 
 
 
====Wrath of the Berserker====
 
[[File:IconWrathOfTheBerserker.png|left]]
 
[[Wrath of the Berserker]] is unlocked at [[clvl|Level]] 29.<br>
 
This ability boosts the Barbarian's offensive and defensive stats for a short duration.
 
{{clear-left}}
 
'''Description:''' Enter a berserker rage which raises several attributes for {{c_lime|15}} seconds.
 
 
 
'''Cost:''' {{c_lime|75}} Fury<br>
 
'''Cooldown:''' {{c_lime|120}} seconds
 
 
 
• {{c_grey|Critical Hit:}} {{c_lime|10%}}<br>
 
• {{c_grey|Attack Speed:}} {{c_lime|45%}}<br>
 
• {{c_grey|Dodge Chance:}} {{c_lime|20%}}<br>
 
• {{c_grey|Movement Speed:}} {{c_lime|20%}}
 
 
 
 
 
==Passive Skills==
 
 
 
 
 
Passive skills replaced [[Traits]] during late game development in 2011. A few Traits were simply changed to passive skills, but most are all new. See the [[Barbarian traits]] page for a full list of those old passives.
 
 
 
{{Passive skill header}}
 
{{:Bloodthirst|Barb}}
 
{{:Pound of Flesh|Barb}}
 
{{:Ruthless|Barb}}
 
{{:Weapons Master|Barb}}
 
{{:Inspiring Presence|Barb}}
 
{{:Berserker Rage|Barb}}
 
{{:Animosity|Barb}}
 
{{:Superstition|Barb}}
 
{{:Tough as Nails|Barb}}
 
{{:No Escape|Barb}}
 
{{:Relentless|Barb}}
 
{{:Brawler|Barb}}
 
{{:Juggernaut|Barb}}
 
{{:Boon of Bul-Kathos|Barb}}
 
{{:Unforgiving|Barb}}
 
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==Development==
 
==Development==
The Barbarian's skills and skill trees were first seen at [[BlizzCon 2008]], with only a few skills enabled and many showing nothing more than vague descriptions in the skill tree.
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{{Skill development notes}}
 
 
 
 
===Removed Skills===
 
* [[Rampage]]
 
* [[Taunt]]
 
  
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* See the [[Barbarian skill archive]] for the full list, with descriptions, of all active and passive skills that have been removed from the game during development.
  
The updated Barbarian skills list at Blizzcon 2010 removed all earlier passive skills (they became [[Barbarian traits]]) and changed around a number of active skills as well.  
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===Details===
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The Barbarian's skills and skill trees were first seen at [[BlizzCon 2008]] as a mix of active and passive skills (mostly passive), with only a few enabled and many showing nothing more than vague descriptions in the skill trees. The Barbarian had 6 active skills (out of 18) in his [[Berserker Skill Tree]], 6 active skills (out of 18) in his [[Juggernaut Skill Tree]], and 5 active skills (out of 17) in his [[Battlemaster Skill Tree]].
  
Five skills were added in Blizzcon 2010.
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For [[BlizzCon 2009]], the list of the Barbarian's passive skills had greatly shrunk, but the active skills were mostly just shuffled around. The Barbarian also gained four new active skills: [[Spirit]], [[Wrath of the Berserker]], [[Bloodthirst]], and [[Weapon Throw]].
* [[Rampage]]
 
* [[War Cry]]
 
* [[Ancient Spear]]
 
* [[Rend]]
 
* [[Call of the Ancients]]
 
  
The following skills were present in 2009, and gone in 2010. Many of these were turned, more or less directly, into [[Barbarian Traits]].
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The updated Barbarian tree-less skills list at [[BlizzCon 2010]] removed all earlier passive skills (they became [[Barbarian traits]]) and changed around a number of active skills as well. The Barbarian lost [[Battle Cry]], [[Onslaught (skill)|Onslaught]], [[Bloodthirst (skill)|Bloodthirst]], and [[Enrage]]; but also gained [[Rampage]], [[War Cry]], [[Ancient Spear]], [[Rend]], and [[Call of the Ancients]].
  
* Berserker Skills
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With the skill system overhaul revealed in the [[July 2011 Press Event]], the Barbarian's active skills were mostly just shuffled around, but he also gained [[Overpower]] and lost [[Rampage]] and [[Taunt]]. Soon after, he gained the passive [[Tough as Nails]].
** [[Bad Temper (Skill)|Bad Temper]]
 
** [[Double Strike]]
 
** [[Slashing Strike]]
 
** [[Berserker State]]
 
** [[Onslaught]]
 
* Juggernaut Skills
 
** [[Scavenge]]
 
** [[Invigorated]]
 
** [[Bloodthirst (skill)|Bloodthirst]]
 
** [[Recovery]]
 
** [[Strong Constitution]]
 
* Battlemaster Skills
 
** [[Battle Cry]]
 
** [[Second Wind (skill)|Second Wind]]
 
** [[Stubborn]]
 
** [[Enrage]]
 
** [[Inspiration]]
 
** [[Retaliation]]
 
** [[Cripple]]
 
  
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A large number of passives were removed for the [[beta]]; the Barbarian lost 8. After that, the list of skills was pretty well set, even if their levels weren't. The Barbarian's [[Leap Attack]] was renamed [[Leap]], and he gained the passive [[Nerves Of Steel]].
  
  
 
==References==
 
==References==
* [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/full-barbarian-skill-trees-and-stats1/ Full Barbarian Skill Trees and Stats]
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* [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/full-barbarian-skill-trees-and-stats1/ Full Barbarian Skill Trees and Stats] — 27th Aug 2009
* [http://diablo.incgamers.com/forums/showthread.php?p=7960229#post7960229 Zediono's translation of JudgeHype's pre-beta report] -- IncGamers 1st Aug 2011
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* [http://diablo.incgamers.com/forums/showthread.php?p=7960229#post7960229 Zediono's translation of JudgeHype's pre-beta report] IncGamers 1st Aug 2011
* [http://diablo.incgamers.com/forums/showthread.php?p=8012653#post8012653 Kastigar's Really Big Barb thread] -- IncGamers 8th Aug 2011
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* [http://diablo.incgamers.com/forums/showthread.php?p=8012653#post8012653 Kastigar's Really Big Barb thread] IncGamers 8th Aug 2011
* [http://us.battle.net/d3/en/class/barbarian/active/bash Barbarian Overview] -- Diablo 3 Official 13th Sep 2011
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* [http://us.battle.net/d3/en/class/barbarian/ Barbarian Overview] — Blizzard's Official Diablo III Site
  
  
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Revision as of 14:28, 13 April 2015

This page lists all Barbarian skills. This page is a quick listing; follow the links to the individual skill pages for full discussion of every skill, including first hand reports, Blue quotes, skill rune information, and numerous screenshots and other images.

Useful skill links:


Active Skills

Click to the individual skill pages for more details about these skills including numbers, screenshots, Skill Rune information, blue quotes, and much more.

Primary

Name Level Description

<skill class="Barbarian">Bash</skill> <skill class="Barbarian">Cleave</skill> <skill class="Barbarian">Frenzy</skill> <skill class="Barbarian">Weapon Throw</Skill>

Secondary

Name Level Description

<skill class="Barbarian">Hammer of the Ancients</skill> <skill class="Barbarian">Rend</skill> <skill class="Barbarian">Seismic Slam</skill> <skill class="Barbarian">Whirlwind</skill> <skill class="Barbarian">Ancient Spear</skill>

Defensive

Name Level Description

<skill class="Barbarian">Ground Stomp</skill> <skill class="Barbarian">Leap</skill> <skill class="Barbarian">Sprint</skill> <skill class="Barbarian">Ignore Pain</skill>

Might

Name Level Description

<skill class="Barbarian">Overpower</skill> <skill class="Barbarian">Revenge</skill> <skill class="Barbarian">Furious Charge</skill> <skill class="Barbarian">Avalanche</skill>

Tactics

Name Level Description

<skill class="Barbarian">Threatening Shout</skill> <skill class="Barbarian">Battle Rage</skill> <skill class="Barbarian">War Cry</skill>

Rage

Name Level Description

<skill class="Barbarian">Earthquake</skill> <skill class="Barbarian">Call of the Ancients</skill> <skill class="Barbarian">Wrath of the Berserker</skill>

Passive Skills

Name Level Description

<skill class="Barbarian">Pound of Flesh</skill> <skill class="Barbarian">Ruthless</skill> <skill class="Barbarian">Nerves of Steel</skill> <skill class="Barbarian">Weapons Master</skill> <skill class="Barbarian">Berserker Rage</skill> <skill class="Barbarian">Inspiring Presence</skill> <skill class="Barbarian">Bloodthirst</skill> <skill class="Barbarian">Animosity</skill> <skill class="Barbarian">Superstition</skill> <skill class="Barbarian">Tough as Nails</skill> <skill class="Barbarian">No Escape</skill> <skill class="Barbarian">Relentless</skill> <skill class="Barbarian">Brawler</skill> <skill class="Barbarian">Juggernaut</skill> <skill class="Barbarian">Unforgiving</skill> <skill class="Barbarian">Boon of Bul-Kathos</skill>

Skill Distribution

A useful player-made chart showing when the Barbarian gains access to skills, passives, and rune effects.

Barbarian skill progression. Stats as of May 5, 2012.


Development

All character skills underwent considerable changes during development, with perhaps the biggest change coming before BlizzCon 2010 -- skill trees were removed (but the tiers remained), and passive skills were separated out from the skill listing and renamed Traits. The second big change occurred when skill tiers were removed for the July 2011 Press Event, allowing skills to unlock steadily from levels 1 to 30; also, traits were renamed back to passives. Finally, the Beta Patch 13 introduced a new categorization system, which placed each skill into one of 6 (fairly arbitrary) new categories for each class.

  • See the Barbarian skill archive for the full list, with descriptions, of all active and passive skills that have been removed from the game during development.

Details

The Barbarian's skills and skill trees were first seen at BlizzCon 2008 as a mix of active and passive skills (mostly passive), with only a few enabled and many showing nothing more than vague descriptions in the skill trees. The Barbarian had 6 active skills (out of 18) in his Berserker Skill Tree, 6 active skills (out of 18) in his Juggernaut Skill Tree, and 5 active skills (out of 17) in his Battlemaster Skill Tree.

For BlizzCon 2009, the list of the Barbarian's passive skills had greatly shrunk, but the active skills were mostly just shuffled around. The Barbarian also gained four new active skills: Spirit, Wrath of the Berserker, Bloodthirst, and Weapon Throw.

The updated Barbarian tree-less skills list at BlizzCon 2010 removed all earlier passive skills (they became Barbarian traits) and changed around a number of active skills as well. The Barbarian lost Battle Cry, Onslaught, Bloodthirst, and Enrage; but also gained Rampage, War Cry, Ancient Spear, Rend, and Call of the Ancients.

With the skill system overhaul revealed in the July 2011 Press Event, the Barbarian's active skills were mostly just shuffled around, but he also gained Overpower and lost Rampage and Taunt. Soon after, he gained the passive Tough as Nails.

A large number of passives were removed for the beta; the Barbarian lost 8. After that, the list of skills was pretty well set, even if their levels weren't. The Barbarian's Leap Attack was renamed Leap, and he gained the passive Nerves Of Steel.


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