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Compare Olden Era sub-skills by parent skill, unlock level, effect, and hero classes that use the branch in build planning.

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Abyssal Communion

Faction

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Abyssal Communion
Sub-skillParent skillUnlock levelClass relevanceEffect
Our True HomeAbyssal CommunionFactionAdvanced levelNo class linksFriendly Schism creatures deal +10% and take –10% Damage on Native Terrain.
Comprehensible DepthsAbyssal CommunionFactionAdvanced levelNo class linksThe hero’s maximum Communion level increases by 1.
Call of the VoidAbyssal CommunionFactionAdvanced levelNo class linksEach morning, before the Communion level is halved, restores 2 mana per Communion level.
Black IceAbyssal CommunionFactionExpert levelNo class linksEnemy spells cost +1 for each active Communion level.
AbyssopelagialAbyssal CommunionFactionExpert levelNo class linksEach victory in battle increases the Communion level by an additional 1.
Celestial AbyssAbyssal CommunionFactionExpert levelNo class linksIncreases the number of friendly units per Communion level by an additional 0.5%.

Arcane Magic

Common

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Arcane Magic
Sub-skillParent skillUnlock levelClass relevanceEffect
Arcane TimeArcane MagicCommonAdvanced levelGreat MerchantCelestial EnvoySoulweaverUnfathomableProgenitorGrand InquisitorThe cooldowns of all the hero’s Arcane spells are reduced by 1 round(s).
All Life is EndlessArcane MagicCommonAdvanced levelGreat MerchantCelestial EnvoySoulweaverUnfathomableProgenitorGrand Inquisitor+30% healing and revival from friendly creature abilities and hero spells in battle. This bonus is doubled if the hero knows “Summon Avatar.”
Purest ThoughtArcane MagicCommonAdvanced levelGreat MerchantCelestial EnvoySoulweaverUnfathomableProgenitorGrand Inquisitor–1 level(s) to all enemy Arcane spells.
Arcane TeachingsArcane MagicCommonExpert levelGreat MerchantCelestial EnvoySoulweaverUnfathomableProgenitorGrand Inquisitor+1 level(s) to this hero’s Arcane spells.
Mana FlexArcane MagicCommonExpert levelGreat MerchantCelestial EnvoySoulweaverUnfathomableProgenitorGrand InquisitorSpells cost –2 mana.
Scholar Synergy: DoreathArcane MagicCommonExpert levelGreat MerchantCelestial EnvoySoulweaverUnfathomableProgenitorGrand Inquisitor+6 Spell Power when casting Arcane spells. Gain an additional +3 for each other Magic School skill known.

Battle Magic

Common

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Battle Magic
Sub-skillParent skillUnlock levelClass relevanceEffect
Aura of DestructionBattle MagicCommonAdvanced levelGreat MerchantWellspring of VigorChronomancerUnstoppableSoul EaterGrand InquisitorEvery time the hero uses a spell in a battle, their Attack increases by 1 until the end of that battle.
Aura of ProtectionBattle MagicCommonAdvanced levelGreat MerchantWellspring of VigorChronomancerUnstoppableSoul EaterGrand InquisitorEvery time the hero uses a spell in a battle, their Defense increases by 1 until the end of that battle.
Aura of WizardryBattle MagicCommonAdvanced levelGreat MerchantWellspring of VigorChronomancerUnstoppableSoul EaterGrand InquisitorEvery time the hero uses a spell in a battle, their Spell Power increases by 1 until the end of that battle.
Battle Mage’s AuthorityBattle MagicCommonExpert levelGreat MerchantWellspring of VigorChronomancerUnstoppableSoul EaterGrand InquisitorFriendly creatures’ Attack increases by 15% of the hero’s Spell Power. This bonus is doubled if the hero knows “Sorcery.”
Mage Protector’s AuthorityBattle MagicCommonExpert levelGreat MerchantWellspring of VigorChronomancerUnstoppableSoul EaterGrand InquisitorFriendly creatures’ Defense increases by 15% of the hero’s Knowledge. This bonus is doubled if the hero knows “Resistance.”
Magic TimeBattle MagicCommonExpert levelGreat MerchantWellspring of VigorChronomancerUnstoppableSoul EaterGrand InquisitorThe cooldowns of all the hero’s battle spells are reduced by 1 round(s).

Battlecraft

Common

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Battlecraft
Sub-skillParent skillUnlock levelClass relevanceEffect
Melee MasteryBattlecraftCommonAdvanced levelAmelchia’s HeirHeaven’s FurySoulweaverUnstoppableBroodmotherParagonFriendly creatures deal +10% and take –10% Melee Damage.
Ranged MasteryBattlecraftCommonAdvanced levelAmelchia’s HeirHeaven’s FurySoulweaverUnstoppableBroodmotherParagonFriendly creatures deal +10% and take –10% Ranged and Long Reach Damage.
OverwatchBattlecraftCommonAdvanced levelAmelchia’s HeirHeaven’s FurySoulweaverUnstoppableBroodmotherParagonFriendly creatures gain overwatch when they choose to wait in battle. While overwatching, they will counterattack when an enemy moves into their Melee Range.
Battle FocusBattlecraftCommonExpert levelAmelchia’s HeirHeaven’s FurySoulweaverUnstoppableBroodmotherParagonGenerates +1 Focus Charge(s) at the beginning of each round, except the first . This bonus is doubled if the hero knows “Battle Magic.”
Preemptive StrikeBattlecraftCommonExpert levelAmelchia’s HeirHeaven’s FurySoulweaverUnstoppableBroodmotherParagonFriendly creatures prepare for a preemptive strike when they choose to skip their turn. If they are attacked, their counterattack will land before the enemy’s first blow.
ManacraftBattlecraftCommonExpert levelAmelchia’s HeirHeaven’s FurySoulweaverUnstoppableBroodmotherParagonThe hero’s maximum mana increases by 2 per their Attack and Defense. This bonus is doubled if the hero knows “Recruitment.”

Combat

Class

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Combat
Sub-skillParent skillUnlock levelClass relevanceEffect
SwordcraftCombatClassAdvanced levelNo class links+2 Attack and Defense.
RevengeCombatClassAdvanced levelNo class linksOnce per round, after the first death of a friendly stack, allows to use Heroic Strike again.
Mighty StrikeCombatClassAdvanced levelNo class linksHeroic Strike deals +10% Damage (based on the hero’s level).
Effortless StrikeCombatClassExpert levelNo class linksHeroic Strike costs 1 fewer Focus Charge(s).
Battle ThrillCombatClassExpert levelNo class linksOnce per round, after killing an enemy stack with Heroic Strike, the hero can use it one additional time.
Confusing StrikeCombatClassExpert levelNo class linksHeroic Strike reduces the target’s counterattacks by 1.

Daylight Magic

Common

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Daylight Magic
Sub-skillParent skillUnlock levelClass relevanceEffect
Daylight TimeDaylight MagicCommonAdvanced levelSilvertongue’s EnvoyWellspring of VigorChronomancerUnboundSoul EaterParagonThe cooldowns of all the hero’s Daylight spells are reduced by 1 round(s).
Luminous FocusDaylight MagicCommonAdvanced levelSilvertongue’s EnvoyWellspring of VigorChronomancerUnboundSoul EaterParagonGenerates 1 Focus Charge(s) at the start of every battle.
Brightest SunDaylight MagicCommonAdvanced levelSilvertongue’s EnvoyWellspring of VigorChronomancerUnboundSoul EaterParagon–1 level(s) to all enemy Daylight spells.
Daylight TeachingsDaylight MagicCommonExpert levelSilvertongue’s EnvoyWellspring of VigorChronomancerUnboundSoul EaterParagon+1 level(s) to this hero’s Daylight spells.
Speed of LightDaylight MagicCommonExpert levelSilvertongue’s EnvoyWellspring of VigorChronomancerUnboundSoul EaterParagon+10 Movement points. This bonus is doubled if the hero knows “Logistics.”
Scholar Synergy: ArinaDaylight MagicCommonExpert levelSilvertongue’s EnvoyWellspring of VigorChronomancerUnboundSoul EaterParagon+6 Spell Power when casting Daylight spells. Gain an additional +3 for each other Magic School skill known.

Defense

Common

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Defense
Sub-skillParent skillUnlock levelClass relevanceEffect
CoverDefenseCommonAdvanced levelSilvertongue’s EnvoyCelestial EnvoyHarbinger of DoomUnfathomableProgenitorGrand InquisitorFriendly creatures take –20% Damage from Ranged and Long Reach attacks.
Hymn to the MartyrsDefenseCommonAdvanced levelSilvertongue’s EnvoyCelestial EnvoyHarbinger of DoomUnfathomableProgenitorGrand InquisitorFriendly creatures generate +1 Focus Point(s) when they take Damage. This bonus is doubled if the hero knows “Recruitment.”
As Luck Would Have ItDefenseCommonAdvanced levelSilvertongue’s EnvoyCelestial EnvoyHarbinger of DoomUnfathomableProgenitorGrand InquisitorFriendly creatures gain +2 Defense for each point of Luck.
Shields and ShellsDefenseCommonExpert levelSilvertongue’s EnvoyCelestial EnvoyHarbinger of DoomUnfathomableProgenitorGrand InquisitorEnemy creatures deal –1 Damage.
Wizard ContractDefenseCommonExpert levelSilvertongue’s EnvoyCelestial EnvoyHarbinger of DoomUnfathomableProgenitorGrand InquisitorFriendly creatures take –10% Magic Damage. This bonus is doubled if the hero knows “Diplomacy.”
Unstoppable ForceDefenseCommonExpert levelSilvertongue’s EnvoyCelestial EnvoyHarbinger of DoomUnfathomableProgenitorGrand Inquisitor–15% Attack to enemy creatures.

Diplomacy

Common

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Diplomacy
Sub-skillParent skillUnlock levelClass relevanceEffect
Larger Than LifeDiplomacyCommonAdvanced levelBalthazar’s BodyguardFortune’s FavoredWalking RotUnfeelingProgenitorParagonNeutral squads view the hero’s army as +25% more powerful than it is, increasing the chance that they will join or flee. This bonus is doubled if the hero knows “Battlecraft.”
EloquenceDiplomacyCommonAdvanced levelBalthazar’s BodyguardFortune’s FavoredWalking RotUnfeelingProgenitorParagon–75% to the cost of surrendering.
Folk HeroDiplomacyCommonAdvanced levelBalthazar’s BodyguardFortune’s FavoredWalking RotUnfeelingProgenitorParagon+50% Persuasion Power in Diplomacy with neutral squads from the hero’s faction.
Art of the DealDiplomacyCommonExpert levelBalthazar’s BodyguardFortune’s FavoredWalking RotUnfeelingProgenitorParagonNeutral squads take –15% Gold to recruit. This bonus is doubled if the hero knows “Economy.”
Vagrant ArmyDiplomacyCommonExpert levelBalthazar’s BodyguardFortune’s FavoredWalking RotUnfeelingProgenitorParagonFriendly creatures with neutral affinity gain an additional +100% of the hero’s Attack and Defense to their Attack and Defense.
NegotiatorDiplomacyCommonExpert levelBalthazar’s BodyguardFortune’s FavoredWalking RotUnfeelingProgenitorParagon+20% to the number of units from neutral squads joining the hero’s army.

Economy

Common

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Economy
Sub-skillParent skillUnlock levelClass relevanceEffect
Tax CollectorEconomyCommonAdvanced levelGreat MerchantCelestial EnvoyChronomancerUnfeelingBroodmotherAscendant+250 Gold daily. This bonus is doubled if the hero knows “Logistics.”
SmugglerEconomyCommonAdvanced levelGreat MerchantCelestial EnvoyChronomancerUnfeelingBroodmotherAscendant+1 Crystal, Gem, or Mercury daily (depending on the hero’s faction).
Master BuilderEconomyCommonAdvanced levelGreat MerchantCelestial EnvoyChronomancerUnfeelingBroodmotherAscendant+1 Wood and Ore daily.
ExperimenterEconomyCommonExpert levelGreat MerchantCelestial EnvoyChronomancerUnfeelingBroodmotherAscendant+5 Alchemical Dust daily. This bonus is doubled if the hero knows “Insight.”
MerchantEconomyCommonExpert levelGreat MerchantCelestial EnvoyChronomancerUnfeelingBroodmotherAscendantThis hero counts as an additional Marketplace when calculating trading prices.
AntiquarianEconomyCommonExpert levelGreat MerchantCelestial EnvoyChronomancerUnfeelingBroodmotherAscendantThis hero sells artifacts for 25% more Gold and buys them for 25% less.

Insight

Common

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Insight
Sub-skillParent skillUnlock levelClass relevanceEffect
EnlightenmentInsightCommonAdvanced levelAmelchia’s HeirWellspring of VigorSoulweaverUnstoppableSoul EaterGrand InquisitorThe hero gains an additional +10% XP.
Civic InnovationInsightCommonAdvanced levelAmelchia’s HeirWellspring of VigorSoulweaverUnstoppableSoul EaterGrand InquisitorThe hero gains +30% Law points. This bonus is doubled if the hero knows “Leadership.”
SagacityInsightCommonAdvanced levelAmelchia’s HeirWellspring of VigorSoulweaverUnstoppableSoul EaterGrand InquisitorShows the intentions of all neutral squads within [ 300% × hero sight radius ] square(s) of the hero.
Scholar of MagicInsightCommonExpert levelAmelchia’s HeirWellspring of VigorSoulweaverUnstoppableSoul EaterGrand InquisitorAllows heroes to teach each other spells when they interact on the global map. In the exchange, each hero will learn all the spells of the other that their skills, level, and items permit.
Endless CharismaInsightCommonExpert levelAmelchia’s HeirWellspring of VigorSoulweaverUnstoppableSoul EaterGrand Inquisitor+1 Attack, Defense, Spell Power, and Knowledge. This bonus is doubled if the hero knows “Tactics.”
PerceptionInsightCommonExpert levelAmelchia’s HeirWellspring of VigorSoulweaverUnstoppableSoul EaterGrand InquisitorEnables viewing detailed information about the enemy hero during battle.

Leadership

Common

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Leadership
Sub-skillParent skillUnlock levelClass relevanceEffect
ResolveLeadershipCommonAdvanced levelBalthazar’s BodyguardWellspring of VigorUnboundBroodmotherSwashbucklerFriendly creatures’ chance to take an additional turn increases by 1% for each point of Morale. This bonus is doubled if the hero knows “Battlecraft.”
Where the Sun Never SetsLeadershipCommonAdvanced levelBalthazar’s BodyguardWellspring of VigorUnboundBroodmotherSwashbucklerAttack, Defense, Spell Power, and sight radius increase by 2 when in an area you do not control. This bonus is doubled if the hero knows “Daylight Magic.”
Hero of LegendsLeadershipCommonAdvanced levelBalthazar’s BodyguardWellspring of VigorUnboundBroodmotherSwashbucklerEnemy Morale is reduced by 1 in battle.
Inspiring StrikeLeadershipCommonExpert levelBalthazar’s BodyguardWellspring of VigorUnboundBroodmotherSwashbucklerThe hero gains a chance to instantly reset the cooldown of Heroic Strike whenever they use it: 5% per point of the hero’s Morale.
March!LeadershipCommonExpert levelBalthazar’s BodyguardWellspring of VigorUnboundBroodmotherSwashbucklerFriendly creatures gain 1 Initiative.
EnthusiasmLeadershipCommonExpert levelBalthazar’s BodyguardWellspring of VigorUnboundBroodmotherSwashbucklerWhenever a friendly creature gains a turn from positive Morale effect, all friendly creatures’ Morale increases by 1 until the end of the next round.

Logistics

Common

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Logistics
Sub-skillParent skillUnlock levelClass relevanceEffect
Leaps and BoundsLogisticsCommonAdvanced levelGreat MerchantHeaven’s FurySoulweaverUnfathomableSoul EaterAscendantThe hero restores 5 Movement point(s) after each victory in battle.
Strong MountsLogisticsCommonAdvanced levelGreat MerchantHeaven’s FurySoulweaverUnfathomableSoul EaterAscendantNeutral Global Map spells cost –4 mana. This bonus is doubled if the hero knows “Scouting.”
Careful PlanningLogisticsCommonAdvanced levelGreat MerchantHeaven’s FurySoulweaverUnfathomableSoul EaterAscendantEvery day, the hero saves up to 50 unused Movement points for the next day. This bonus is doubled if the hero knows “Arcane Magic.”
Secret PassagesLogisticsCommonExpert levelGreat MerchantHeaven’s FurySoulweaverUnfathomableSoul EaterAscendantTerrain penalties are reduced by 50%.
Back to Town!LogisticsCommonExpert levelGreat MerchantHeaven’s FurySoulweaverUnfathomableSoul EaterAscendantGrants a new global map spell. It teleports the hero to the nearest city they control within 16 square(s). All remaining Movement points are lost upon casting.
Battle LogisticsLogisticsCommonExpert levelGreat MerchantHeaven’s FurySoulweaverUnfathomableSoul EaterAscendantFriendly creatures gain +1 Speed on Native Terrain.

Luck

Common

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Luck
Sub-skillParent skillUnlock levelClass relevanceEffect
Beastly ConfidenceLuckCommonAdvanced levelSilvertongue’s EnvoyFortune’s FavoredHarbinger of DoomUnfathomableLord of ChaosSwashbucklerFriendly creatures have a 1% higher chance to land a Lucky Strike for each point of Luck. This bonus is doubled if the hero knows “Primal Magic.”
Always HeadsLuckCommonAdvanced levelSilvertongue’s EnvoyFortune’s FavoredHarbinger of DoomUnfathomableLord of ChaosSwashbucklerThe hero gains +25% Gold and resources from piles on the global map. This bonus is doubled if the hero knows “Economy.”
Mearea’s ChosenLuckCommonAdvanced levelSilvertongue’s EnvoyFortune’s FavoredHarbinger of DoomUnfathomableLord of ChaosSwashbucklerEnemy Luck is reduced by 1 in battle.
Lucky HitLuckCommonExpert levelSilvertongue’s EnvoyFortune’s FavoredHarbinger of DoomUnfathomableLord of ChaosSwashbucklerWhen friendly creatures land a Lucky Strike, the enemy does not counterattack.
Lightning Strikes TwiceLuckCommonExpert levelSilvertongue’s EnvoyFortune’s FavoredHarbinger of DoomUnfathomableLord of ChaosSwashbucklerSpells can also land a Lucky Strike, dealing 200% Damage. The chance increases by 5% for every point of Luck.
Lucky DayLuckCommonExpert levelSilvertongue’s EnvoyFortune’s FavoredHarbinger of DoomUnfathomableLord of ChaosSwashbucklerWhenever a friendly creature lands a Lucky Strike, all friendly creatures gain +1 Luck until the end of the next round.

Murmuring

Faction

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Murmuring
Sub-skillParent skillUnlock levelClass relevanceEffect
Mycelium GroundsMurmuringFactionAdvanced levelNo class linksFriendly Grove creatures deal +10% and take –10% Damage on Native Terrain.
Life EssenceMurmuringFactionAdvanced levelNo class linksFocus Charge limit increases by 1.
Child of the WoodsMurmuringFactionAdvanced levelNo class links+20 maximum mana.
Just One More TimeMurmuringFactionExpert levelNo class linksEvery Focus Charge spent by friendly creatures or the hero reduces the cooldowns of all the hero’s spells by 1 round(s).
Burst of EnergyMurmuringFactionExpert levelNo class linksEvery Focus Charge spent by friendly creatures or the hero increases Heroic Strike Damage by 15% per hero level until the end of the round.
Strong ConnectionMurmuringFactionExpert levelNo class linksEvery Focus Charge spent by friendly creatures or the hero increases all hero attributes by 2 until the end of the round.

Necromancy

Faction

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Necromancy
Sub-skillParent skillUnlock levelClass relevanceEffect
GravesoilNecromancyFactionAdvanced levelNo class linksFriendly Necropolis creatures deal +10% and take –10% Damage on Native Terrain.
Soul HarvestNecromancyFactionAdvanced levelNo class linksRestores 4 mana after a battle victory.
Death HeraldNecromancyFactionAdvanced levelNo class links+1000 to the hero’s maximum Necromantic Energy.
Soul ReaperNecromancyFactionExpert levelNo class links–1 to enemy Morale and Luck.
Eternal ServiceNecromancyFactionExpert levelNo class linksGrants a new ability. It restores HP to the target friendly Undead and can revive fallen units.
Fields of the DeadNecromancyFactionExpert levelNo class links+50% Necromantic Energy gained.

Nightshade Magic

Common

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Nightshade Magic
Sub-skillParent skillUnlock levelClass relevanceEffect
Nightshade TimeNightshade MagicCommonAdvanced levelBalthazar’s BodyguardHeaven’s FuryWalking RotUnfeelingBroodmotherSwashbucklerThe cooldowns of all the hero’s Nightshade spells are reduced by 1 round(s).
Chronic WeaknessNightshade MagicCommonAdvanced levelBalthazar’s BodyguardHeaven’s FuryWalking RotUnfeelingBroodmotherSwashbucklerEnemy creature maximum HP reduces by 1. This effect is doubled if the hero knows “Resistance.”
Darkest NightNightshade MagicCommonAdvanced levelBalthazar’s BodyguardHeaven’s FuryWalking RotUnfeelingBroodmotherSwashbuckler–1 level(s) to all enemy Nightshade spells.
Nightshade TeachingsNightshade MagicCommonExpert levelBalthazar’s BodyguardHeaven’s FuryWalking RotUnfeelingBroodmotherSwashbuckler+1 level(s) to this hero’s Nightshade spells.
Hour of the WolfNightshade MagicCommonExpert levelBalthazar’s BodyguardHeaven’s FuryWalking RotUnfeelingBroodmotherSwashbuckler–10% Attack and Defense to enemy creatures.
Scholar Synergy: NairaNightshade MagicCommonExpert levelBalthazar’s BodyguardHeaven’s FuryWalking RotUnfeelingBroodmotherSwashbuckler+6 Spell Power when casting Nightshade spells. Gain an additional +3 for each other Magic School skill known.

Offense

Common

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Offense
Sub-skillParent skillUnlock levelClass relevanceEffect
ArcheryOffenseCommonAdvanced levelBalthazar’s BodyguardFortune’s FavoredChronomancerUnboundLord of ChaosSwashbucklerFriendly creatures’ Ranged and Long Reach attacks deal +15% Damage.
Battle MarchOffenseCommonAdvanced levelBalthazar’s BodyguardFortune’s FavoredChronomancerUnboundLord of ChaosSwashbucklerFriendly creatures generate +1 Focus Point(s) per attack. This bonus is doubled if the hero knows “Luck.”
Battle FrenzyOffenseCommonAdvanced levelBalthazar’s BodyguardFortune’s FavoredChronomancerUnboundLord of ChaosSwashbucklerFriendly creatures gain +2 Attack for each point of Morale.
Shadow BladesOffenseCommonExpert levelBalthazar’s BodyguardFortune’s FavoredChronomancerUnboundLord of ChaosSwashbucklerFriendly creatures deal +1 Damage.
Reality WardensOffenseCommonExpert levelBalthazar’s BodyguardFortune’s FavoredChronomancerUnboundLord of ChaosSwashbuckler–10% to enemy hero Spell Power. This bonus is doubled if the hero knows “Nightshade Magic.”
FirmnessOffenseCommonExpert levelBalthazar’s BodyguardFortune’s FavoredChronomancerUnboundLord of ChaosSwashbuckler–15% Defense to enemy creatures.

Primal Magic

Common

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Primal Magic
Sub-skillParent skillUnlock levelClass relevanceEffect
Primal TimePrimal MagicCommonAdvanced levelAmelchia’s HeirFortune’s FavoredHarbinger of DoomUnstoppableLord of ChaosAscendantThe cooldowns of all the hero’s Primal spells are reduced by 1 round(s).
Primal ForcePrimal MagicCommonAdvanced levelAmelchia’s HeirFortune’s FavoredHarbinger of DoomUnstoppableLord of ChaosAscendantNegative and positive effects used by the hero and friendly creatures last 1 additional round(s).
Sharpest TeethPrimal MagicCommonAdvanced levelAmelchia’s HeirFortune’s FavoredHarbinger of DoomUnstoppableLord of ChaosAscendant–1 level(s) to all enemy Primal spells.
Primal TeachingsPrimal MagicCommonExpert levelAmelchia’s HeirFortune’s FavoredHarbinger of DoomUnstoppableLord of ChaosAscendant+1 level(s) to this hero’s Primal spells.
Chaos ReignsPrimal MagicCommonExpert levelAmelchia’s HeirFortune’s FavoredHarbinger of DoomUnstoppableLord of ChaosAscendantThe hero and friendly creatures deal 50% more Damage with Lucky Strikes. This bonus is doubled if the hero knows “Battle Magic.”
Scholar Synergy: HksmillaPrimal MagicCommonExpert levelAmelchia’s HeirFortune’s FavoredHarbinger of DoomUnstoppableLord of ChaosAscendant+6 Spell Power when casting Primal spells. Gain an additional +3 for each other Magic School skill known.

Recruitment

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Recruitment
Sub-skillParent skillUnlock levelClass relevanceEffect
Direct SupervisionRecruitmentClassAdvanced levelNo class linksIf the hero is in a city at the start of a week, growth of all creatures in that city increases by an additional 50% growth.
Elite GuardsRecruitmentClassAdvanced levelNo class linksTier‑1, tier‑2 and tier‑3 friendly creatures gain 25% of the hero’s Attack and Defense as Attack and Defense. This bonus is doubled if the hero knows “Tactics.”
VeteransRecruitmentClassAdvanced levelNo class linksTier‑4 creature growth in all your cities increases by 2. This bonus is doubled if the hero knows “Diplomacy.”
RelocationRecruitmentClassExpert levelNo class linksGrants a new global map spell. It allows interaction with any controlled city, enabling the transfer of creatures to or from that city. Usable once per day.
Strenuous TrainingRecruitmentClassExpert levelNo class linksFriendly creatures gain 2 HP.
MentorsRecruitmentClassExpert levelNo class linksAllows creatures in the hero’s army to be upgraded outside the city, provided the army already contains the upgraded version. Upgrading this way costs more than normal.

Resistance

Common

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Resistance
Sub-skillParent skillUnlock levelClass relevanceEffect
ObstructionResistanceCommonAdvanced levelGreat MerchantWellspring of VigorWalking RotUnfeelingSoul EaterAscendantEnemy spells cost 20% more mana. If the hero knows a Magic School skill, the cost of enemy spells from that School increases by an additional 20%.
Hindrance AuraResistanceCommonAdvanced levelGreat MerchantWellspring of VigorWalking RotUnfeelingSoul EaterAscendantEnemy loses 1 Focus Charge(s) at the beginning of each battle round, except the first .
Fast MetabolismResistanceCommonAdvanced levelGreat MerchantWellspring of VigorWalking RotUnfeelingSoul EaterAscendantAll negative effects on friendly creatures last for 2 fewer rounds (no less than 1).
Magic SuppressionResistanceCommonExpert levelGreat MerchantWellspring of VigorWalking RotUnfeelingSoul EaterAscendantGrants a new ability. It deals significant Magic Damage to the target summoned creature, scaling with the hero’s level.
Time ShiftResistanceCommonExpert levelGreat MerchantWellspring of VigorWalking RotUnfeelingSoul EaterAscendant+1 round(s) to the cooldown of all enemy spells.
DrainingResistanceCommonExpert levelGreat MerchantWellspring of VigorWalking RotUnfeelingSoul EaterAscendantThe enemy loses 1 levels on all Magic School spells.

Righteousness

Faction

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Righteousness
Sub-skillParent skillUnlock levelClass relevanceEffect
Fields of SerenityRighteousnessFactionAdvanced levelNo class linksFriendly Temple creatures deal +10% and take –10% Damage on Native Terrain.
Righteous SacrificeRighteousnessFactionAdvanced levelNo class linksWhenever a friendly stack dies or kills an enemy stack, the hero gains 3 temporary mana.
Purging TouchRighteousnessFactionAdvanced levelNo class linksGrants a new ability. It dispels all negative effects from the target.
GuardianRighteousnessFactionExpert levelNo class linksWhenever a friendly creature kills an enemy, it fully restores its HP. This cannot revive fallen units.
The Chosen OneRighteousnessFactionExpert levelNo class linksGrants a new ability. It increases Attack of a friendly creature by 50% of the hero’s Attack and Spell Power, and its Defense by 50% of the hero’s Defense and Knowledge (until the end of the round).
Strong FaithRighteousnessFactionExpert levelNo class linksWhenever Righteousness is triggered, the hero gains +1 to all attributes until the end of the round.

Scouting

Common

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Scouting
Sub-skillParent skillUnlock levelClass relevanceEffect
Long‑SightScoutingCommonAdvanced levelSilvertongue’s EnvoyCelestial EnvoyHarbinger of DoomUnboundLord of ChaosGrand InquisitorSight radius increases by an additional 1. This bonus is doubled if the hero knows “Luck.”
Familiar PathsScoutingCommonAdvanced levelSilvertongue’s EnvoyCelestial EnvoyHarbinger of DoomUnboundLord of ChaosGrand Inquisitor+10 Movement points when the hero starts the day in an area you control. This bonus is doubled if the hero knows “Wisdom.”
PathfindingScoutingCommonAdvanced levelSilvertongue’s EnvoyCelestial EnvoyHarbinger of DoomUnboundLord of ChaosGrand InquisitorTerrain penalties are reduced by 50%.
ReconnaissanceScoutingCommonExpert levelSilvertongue’s EnvoyCelestial EnvoyHarbinger of DoomUnboundLord of ChaosGrand InquisitorRemoves the fog of war within [ 150% × hero sight radius ] square(s) of the hero each morning.
VisionsScoutingCommonExpert levelSilvertongue’s EnvoyCelestial EnvoyHarbinger of DoomUnboundLord of ChaosGrand InquisitorShows the exact army composition of any enemy within [ 300% × hero sight radius ] square(s) of the hero.
CounterespionageScoutingCommonExpert levelSilvertongue’s EnvoyCelestial EnvoyHarbinger of DoomUnboundLord of ChaosGrand InquisitorEnemies can’t see detailed information about your army. When they try, they see random numbers of random creatures of your faction.

Siegecraft

Common

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Siegecraft
Sub-skillParent skillUnlock levelClass relevanceEffect
Relentless AssaultSiegecraftCommonAdvanced levelNo class linksWhile besieging a city, friendly creatures gain +1 Speed and Initiative.
Forward ObserversSiegecraftCommonAdvanced levelNo class linksRanged Damage of friendly creatures is not reduced by walls during a siege.
BarrageSiegecraftCommonAdvanced levelNo class linksGrants a new siege ability. It attacks a chosen hex and all adjacent hexes. Usable once per round.
PhalanxSiegecraftCommonExpert levelNo class linksWhile besieging a city, friendly creatures take –50% Damage from the defender’s towers.
TunnellingSiegecraftCommonExpert levelNo class linksGrants a new siege ability. It teleports a friendly creature to a chosen free hex up to 3 hexes away. Usable once per round.
SabotageSiegecraftCommonExpert levelNo class linksWhile the hero is besieging a city, the enemy gate is always open.

Sorcery

Common

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Sorcery
Sub-skillParent skillUnlock levelClass relevanceEffect
Summoning SorcerySorceryCommonAdvanced levelSilvertongue’s EnvoyHeaven’s FuryHarbinger of DoomUnboundLord of ChaosAscendantAll summoned creatures in battle gain +25% health and deal +25% Damage.
Magic ArrowSorceryCommonAdvanced levelSilvertongue’s EnvoyHeaven’s FuryHarbinger of DoomUnboundLord of ChaosAscendantGrants a new battle spell. It deals Magic Damage to a single target, has no cooldown, and costs no mana.
Raw EnergySorceryCommonAdvanced levelSilvertongue’s EnvoyHeaven’s FuryHarbinger of DoomUnboundLord of ChaosAscendant+10% more Magic Damage dealt. This bonus is doubled if the hero knows “Offense.”
Piercing SpellsSorceryCommonExpert levelSilvertongue’s EnvoyHeaven’s FuryHarbinger of DoomUnboundLord of ChaosAscendantOffensive spells ignore 25% of target’s magic resistance.
High MageSorceryCommonExpert levelSilvertongue’s EnvoyHeaven’s FuryHarbinger of DoomUnboundLord of ChaosAscendantAll the spells belonging to Magic Schools the hero has learned gain 1 level(s).
Sticky MagicSorceryCommonExpert levelSilvertongue’s EnvoyHeaven’s FuryHarbinger of DoomUnboundLord of ChaosAscendantEffects applied by the hero last +2 round(s). This bonus is doubled if the hero knows “Wisdom.”

Summon Avatar

Common

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Summon Avatar
Sub-skillParent skillUnlock levelClass relevanceEffect
Avatar of FurySummon AvatarCommonAdvanced levelAmelchia’s HeirCelestial EnvoySoulweaverUnfathomableProgenitorParagonAvatar deals +40% Damage. This bonus is doubled if the hero knows “Leadership.”
Avatar of ToughnessSummon AvatarCommonAdvanced levelAmelchia’s HeirCelestial EnvoySoulweaverUnfathomableProgenitorParagonAvatar can withstand one extra hit. This bonus is doubled if the hero knows “Defense.”
Avatar of CeleritySummon AvatarCommonAdvanced levelAmelchia’s HeirCelestial EnvoySoulweaverUnfathomableProgenitorParagonAvatar’s Speed and Initiative increase by 2. This bonus is doubled if the hero knows “Insight.”
StabilizationSummon AvatarCommonExpert levelAmelchia’s HeirCelestial EnvoySoulweaverUnfathomableProgenitorParagonSummoned friendly creatures become immune to effects that dispel summoned creatures.
Their Name is LegionSummon AvatarCommonExpert levelAmelchia’s HeirCelestial EnvoySoulweaverUnfathomableProgenitorParagonThe hero and friendly creatures summon +30% units.
Summon DestructionSummon AvatarCommonExpert levelAmelchia’s HeirCelestial EnvoySoulweaverUnfathomableProgenitorParagonThe hero and friendly creatures deal +50% Damage to all summoned creatures.

Summon Swarm

Faction

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Summon Swarm
Sub-skillParent skillUnlock levelClass relevanceEffect
Warmth of the NestSummon SwarmFactionAdvanced levelNo class linksFriendly Hive creatures deal +10% and take –10% Damage on Native Terrain.
Thy ChildrenSummon SwarmFactionAdvanced levelNo class links+1 Fire Larvae spawned for every hero level.
RavageSummon SwarmFactionAdvanced levelNo class linksFire Larvae deal +1 Damage.
Hive PowerSummon SwarmFactionExpert levelNo class linksThe hero gains 1 Luck and Morale.
Hardened ShellsSummon SwarmFactionExpert levelNo class linksThe clutch of eggs can withstand +1 hit(s).
Hive FlameSummon SwarmFactionExpert levelNo class linksSummoned Fire Larvae last one round longer

Tactics

Common

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Tactics
Sub-skillParent skillUnlock levelClass relevanceEffect
One for AllTacticsCommonAdvanced levelAmelchia’s HeirHeaven’s FuryChronomancerWalking RotUnstoppableProgenitorParagonFriendly creatures gain +2 Attack for each adjacent enemy. This bonus is doubled if the hero knows “Offense.”
Easy PreyTacticsCommonAdvanced levelAmelchia’s HeirHeaven’s FuryChronomancerWalking RotUnstoppableProgenitorParagonOnce per round, when an enemy waits, friendly creatures gain +2 Initiative until the end of round. This effect does not stack.
Energizing ManaTacticsCommonAdvanced levelAmelchia’s HeirHeaven’s FuryChronomancerWalking RotUnstoppableProgenitorParagonGenerate +1 Focus Charge each time your enemy uses a spell.
All for OneTacticsCommonExpert levelAmelchia’s HeirHeaven’s FuryChronomancerWalking RotUnstoppableProgenitorParagonFriendly creatures gain +2 Defense for each adjacent ally. This bonus is doubled if the hero knows “Defense.”
Riposte MasteryTacticsCommonExpert levelAmelchia’s HeirHeaven’s FuryChronomancerWalking RotUnstoppableProgenitorParagonWhenever a friendly creature kills an enemy with a counterattack, their counterattacks are refreshed for the round.
Spellcaster TacticsTacticsCommonExpert levelAmelchia’s HeirHeaven’s FuryChronomancerWalking RotUnstoppableProgenitorParagonWhenever friendly creatures or the hero spend Focus, they gain 4 temporary mana.

Thaumaturgy

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Thaumaturgy
Sub-skillParent skillUnlock levelClass relevanceEffect
AntimageThaumaturgyClassAdvanced levelNo class linksEnemy spells cost +4 mana.
Thaumaturge BrillianceThaumaturgyClassAdvanced levelNo class links+2 Spell Power and Knowledge.
Practical IncantationsThaumaturgyClassAdvanced levelNo class linksHeroic Strike deals +10 Damage.
Ancient ScrollsThaumaturgyClassExpert levelNo class linksAdds all tier‑1 spells to the hero’s Spellbook.
Vast SoulThaumaturgyClassExpert levelNo class links+10% mana restored each morning.
ArchmageThaumaturgyClassExpert levelNo class linksAll the spells belonging to Magic Schools the hero has learned gain 1 level(s).

Triumvirate’s Strength

Faction

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Triumvirate’s Strength
Sub-skillParent skillUnlock levelClass relevanceEffect
Underground PassagesTriumvirate’s StrengthFactionAdvanced levelNo class linksFriendly Dungeon creatures deal +10% and take –10% Damage on Native Terrain.
Alvarian ExpertiseTriumvirate’s StrengthFactionAdvanced levelNo class linksWhen selecting a Stance, the corresponding attribute of enemy hero partially decreases while the Stance is active.
Underground Mana PoolsTriumvirate’s StrengthFactionAdvanced levelNo class linksWhen selecting a Stance, the hero gains 3 temporary mana.
Jack of All TradesTriumvirate’s StrengthFactionExpert levelNo class linksWhen selecting a Stance, the hero’s corresponding attribute increases by 5% until the end of the battle.
FlowTriumvirate’s StrengthFactionExpert levelNo class linksGenerates 1 Focus Charge(s) each time the hero selects a Stance.
OpportunistsTriumvirate’s StrengthFactionExpert levelNo class linksFriendly creatures gain 1 Initiative.

Wisdom

Common

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Wisdom
Sub-skillParent skillUnlock levelClass relevanceEffect
Rite of MagicWisdomCommonAdvanced levelBalthazar’s BodyguardFortune’s FavoredWalking RotUnfeelingBroodmotherSwashbucklerGrants a new global map spell. It allows the hero to convert all of their current Movement points into mana.
Between the LinesWisdomCommonAdvanced levelBalthazar’s BodyguardFortune’s FavoredWalking RotUnfeelingBroodmotherSwashbucklerThe hero may learn High Neutral magic, regardless of their level.
Seeing ThroughWisdomCommonAdvanced levelBalthazar’s BodyguardFortune’s FavoredWalking RotUnfeelingBroodmotherSwashbucklerHeroic Strike instantly kills all temporary units in the target stack.
Rhythmic CadenceWisdomCommonExpert levelBalthazar’s BodyguardFortune’s FavoredWalking RotUnfeelingBroodmotherSwashbuckler+40% maximum mana. This bonus is doubled if the hero knows “Sorcery.”
Eagle EyeWisdomCommonExpert levelBalthazar’s BodyguardFortune’s FavoredWalking RotUnfeelingBroodmotherSwashbucklerAt the start of battle, the hero learns all spells the enemy knows that the hero is capable of learning.
StargazerWisdomCommonExpert levelBalthazar’s BodyguardFortune’s FavoredWalking RotUnfeelingBroodmotherSwashbuckler+500 Astrology Points per day. This bonus is doubled if the hero knows “Scouting.”