Warlock — WoW Forever Levelling Guide

QUICK START

Affliction is a useful solo starting route. Give the demon time to engage, avoid wasting a full set of damage-over-time spells on a nearly defeated enemy, and keep shards and health supplies ready.

ROLE

Ranged damage · Demons · Control

RESOURCE

Mana · Health · Soul shards

Create your character

Log in, select the realm you intend to play on and choose Create Character. If you are joining friends, agree on realm and faction before creating the character.

Alliance

Human, Gnome

Horde

Orc, Undead, Troll

Choose an available race, select Warlock, customise the appearance and name the character. Enter the world with the new character. Read the racial descriptions, but choose a character you want to keep playing.

Your first quests and fights

Find your health, resource bar, spellbook and quest log. Place your main attack and your survival tools on comfortable keys. Accept nearby starter quests, read the objectives and begin with one enemy at a time.

Use your early direct damage spell, then add your demon and damage-over-time spells as training allows. Begin with one enemy and watch both health bars before attempting another.

Loot defeated enemies and return to complete your objectives. Before leaving the hub again, sell unwanted items, repair if needed and check your trainer for new abilities or ranks. Keep enough supplies for the next quest loop.

Banes and Curses are separate in Forever. A Bane of Agony damage effect can coexist with a useful Curse; do not follow an old rule that makes you choose just one of the two categories.

Spend damage-over-time mana according to the target’s remaining life. Corruption and Bane of Agony are useful when their damage has time to happen; refreshing both on a nearly dead enemy delays the next pull for no useful gain.

Training and talents

Level 6

Life Tap. Turns health into mana. Pair it with safe recovery; stop tapping when the next enemy can kill you.

Level 10

Summon Voidwalker. A class-quest demon unlock. Keep the pet’s relevant ability training current, but test its threat before relying on it to tank every pull.

Level 10

Drain Soul. Generates Soul Shards. Use it near the end of an appropriate kill and retain bag space for the shards you actually need.

Level 10

Create Healthstone. Prepare one before combat. It is more useful on a reachable key than left in a crowded bag.

Level 18

Create Soulstone. Adds group recovery. Keep its duration and cooldown in mind rather than waiting until after a wipe to prepare it.

Level 20

Ritual of Summoning. A group convenience that requires helpers and a Soul Shard. Organise who is summoning before setting off.

Level 30

Siphon Life. An Affliction talent at its earliest normal unlock. Add it where the target will live long enough for the effect to repay its cost.

An Affliction start can invest in Suppression and Improved Corruption, then add a point that supports your resource use. Choose the next rows by the spells you use, rather than applying every damage-over-time effect regardless of fight length.

Spend around your current toolkit. A talent that improves an attack you have not learned yet may help later, but does little for the next fight. Check prerequisites and point costs in the planner.

＋ Plan your talent points

Read talents and plan a route for your Warlock. Open the full Warlock calculator for more space.

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Train the demon you use. New Torment ranks and a damage pet’s attack ranks are practical purchases; buying every unused demon ability is not required for an Affliction quest route. The pet’s level requirement is separate from your own trainer visit.

Life Tap transfers recovery work from mana to health. Use food, Drain Life or another planned recovery source and keep an emergency Healthstone ready. Fear needs a clear surrounding area because the fleeing target may bring friends.

Gear, professions and supplies

Compare caster quest rewards and keep health, mana and damage in balance. Before a long trip, check shards and demon training as carefully as your equipped items.

Tailoring can make use of cloth from quests. Herbalism and Alchemy suit a player who wants to supply recovery items. Pick a profession loop that fits the time you want to spend away from combat.

Spend with a purpose. Compare the upgrade with the money or materials it takes, and keep enough for training and the supplies you routinely use. A reliable quest route matters more than buying every small improvement.

Follow your demon class quests as they unlock: Imp at the start and Voidwalker at 10. A demon’s summon unlock and its ability training are separate purchases. Buy the abilities of the pet you actually use rather than every available demon book.

Horde: prepare Hidden Enemies before RFC for Staff of Orgrimmar, and check The Power to Destroy in Undercity for Ghastly Trousers. Alliance: Old Ironforge Incursion and Important Heirlooms offer a caster weapon/off-hand route in Hall of Thanes.

Your first dungeon

Prepare stones and shards, follow the tank’s target and check your demon’s threat settings. Avoid sending feared enemies through unexplored areas. Use Life Tap with enough time to recover before the next dangerous pull.

Plan a first run around levels 13–18: Ragefire Chasm is in Orgrimmar; Hall of Thanes is below Ironforge’s High Seat. Choose the dungeon and quests that fit your faction and route.

RFC · quest

Hidden Enemies offers Staff of Orgrimmar; The Power to Destroy offers Ghastly Trousers. Collect the relevant quests before spending time farming random cloth drops.

Hall of Thanes · caster

Fang of Magmatus and Golemheart Stave are spell-power comparisons. A staff replaces both weapon slots; compare a dagger and off-hand together.

Hall of Thanes · quest

Old Ironforge Incursion offers Deepblaze. Important Heirlooms offers Dwarven Tome for an off-hand setup.

Prepare Healthstones and a Soulstone before the pull. Use pet control deliberately and avoid Fear into uncleared ground. If the Voidwalker struggles to hold threat, support the tank instead of assuming the demon can tank an extra pack.

Collect the linked quests before the run and compare the reward afterwards. A useful quest reward can end a gearing detour without repeated boss farming.

Spell ranks and training budget

Select a level to see its recorded unlocks, or choose All levels for the complete 1–60 list. Open a spell name to inspect its effect and requirements. The priorities assume Affliction solo levelling; buy the appropriate healing or tanking ranks when you take another role.

Warlock training · levels 1–60Affliction solo priorities

Keep your main attacks and recovery tools current. Learn useful control early; defer unused damage ranks before spending your travel and equipment gold.

234 recorded ranks

Warlock spell ranks, client unlock levels and training advice
Level	Spell & rank	Training advice
1	Demon SkinRank 1 50 Mana Instant Protects the caster, increasing armor by 40 and increases health regeneration by 3 health per 5 sec. for 30 min. Trainer / starting spell	Train Keep useful ranks current while you regularly use this ability in the Affliction solo toolkit.
1pet level	FireboltRank 1 10 Mana · 30 yd range 2 sec cast Demon: Imp Deals 3 to 5 Fire damage to a target. Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
1	ImmolateRank 1 25 Mana · 30 yd range 2 sec cast Burns the enemy for 10 Fire damage and then an additional 15 Fire damage over 15 sec. Trainer / starting spell	Situational Train if your rotation uses its full damage. Extra damage-over-time spells on an almost-dead target waste mana.
1	Shadow BoltRank 1 25 Mana · 30 yd range 1.7 sec cast Sends a shadowy bolt at the enemy, causing 12 to 16 Shadow damage. Trainer / starting spell	Train Keep useful ranks current while you regularly use this ability in the Affliction solo toolkit.
1	Summon ImpSummon 80% of base mana 10 sec cast Summons an Imp under the command of the Warlock. Class quest / unlock	Train Keep useful ranks current while you regularly use this ability in the Affliction solo toolkit.
4pet level	Blood PactRank 1 Instant Demon: Imp Increases party members' Stamina by 4. Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
4	CorruptionRank 1 35 Mana · 30 yd range 2 sec cast Corrupts the target, causing 40 Shadow damage over 12 sec. Trainer / starting spell	Train A main Affliction damage-over-time spell. Keep its ranks current and allow the ticks to work rather than refreshing a dying target.
4	Curse of WeaknessRank 1 20 Mana · 30 yd range Instant Physical damage caused by the target is reduced by 4 for 2 min. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target. Trainer / starting spell	Situational Read the rank effect below. Buy for a task you plan to use—group support, a particular enemy type, travel or an alternate build—rather than clearing the trainer list.
6	Life TapRank 1 Instant Converts 30 Health into 30 Mana for you. Spirit increases the amount converted. Trainer / starting spell	Train Converts health into mana. Keep healing, food or Drain Life available; do not tap yourself into a lethal pull.
6	Shadow BoltRank 2 40 Mana · 30 yd range 2.2 sec cast Sends a shadowy bolt at the enemy, causing 25 to 31 Shadow damage. Trainer / starting spell	Train Keep useful ranks current while you regularly use this ability in the Affliction solo toolkit.
8	Bane of AgonyRank 1 25 Mana · 30 yd range Instant Afflicts the target with agony, causing 72 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. Trainer / starting spell	Train Core Affliction damage over time. It can coexist with a Curse in Forever; give it time to tick before buying more damage on the same kill.
8	FearRank 1 15% of base mana · 20 yd range 1.5 sec cast Strikes fear in the enemy, causing it to run in fear for up to 10 sec. Damage caused may interrupt the effect. Only 1 target can be feared at a time. Trainer / starting spell	Utility Learn the control, escape, dispel or group tool. If a later rank only adds damage, it can wait; keep ranks that improve its useful effect.
8pet level	FireboltRank 2 20 Mana · 30 yd range 2 sec cast Demon: Imp Deals 7 to 9 Fire damage to a target. Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
10	Create HealthstoneRank 1 95 Mana 3 sec cast Reagents: Soul Shard Creates a Minor Healthstone that can be used to instantly restore 120 health. Conjured items disappear if logged out for more than 15 minutes. Trainer / starting spell	Train Keep useful ranks current while you regularly use this ability in the Affliction solo toolkit.
10	Demon SkinRank 2 120 Mana Instant Protects the caster, increasing armor by 120 and increases health regeneration by 5 health per 5 sec. for 30 min. Trainer / starting spell	Train Keep useful ranks current while you regularly use this ability in the Affliction solo toolkit.
10	Drain SoulRank 1 55 Mana · 30 yd range Channeled Drains the soul of the target, causing 85 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. Trainer / starting spell	Utility Keep the shard-generating spell available. Later damage ranks are optional if you use it only to obtain shards near the end of a kill.
10	ImmolateRank 2 45 Mana · 30 yd range 2 sec cast Burns the enemy for 21 Fire damage and then an additional 30 Fire damage over 15 sec. Trainer / starting spell	Situational Train if your rotation uses its full damage. Extra damage-over-time spells on an almost-dead target waste mana.
10	Summon VoidwalkerSummon 100% of base mana 10 sec cast Reagents: Soul Shard Summons a Voidwalker under the command of the Warlock. Class quest / unlock	Train Keep useful ranks current while you regularly use this ability in the Affliction solo toolkit.
10pet level	TormentRank 1 20 Mana · Melee Range Instant · 5 sec cooldown Demon: Voidwalker Taunts the creature, increasing the chance that it will attack the Voidwalker. Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
12	Curse of WeaknessRank 2 35 Mana · 30 yd range Instant Physical damage caused by the target is reduced by 7 for 2 min. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target. Trainer / starting spell	Situational Read the rank effect below. Buy for a task you plan to use—group support, a particular enemy type, travel or an alternate build—rather than clearing the trainer list.
12	Health FunnelRank 1 20 yd range Channeled Gives 12 health to the caster's pet every second for 10 sec as long as the caster channels. Generates reduced threat. Trainer / starting spell	Train Keep useful ranks current while you regularly use this ability in the Affliction solo toolkit.
12pet level	Phase ShiftUnranked Instant · 10 sec cooldown Demon: Imp Shifts the imp out of phase with the world, making it unattackable unless it attacks. Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
12	Shadow BoltRank 3 70 Mana · 30 yd range 2.8 sec cast Sends a shadowy bolt at the enemy, causing 41 to 47 Shadow damage. Trainer / starting spell	Train Keep useful ranks current while you regularly use this ability in the Affliction solo toolkit.
14pet level	Blood PactRank 2 20 yd range Instant Demon: Imp Increases party members' Stamina by 12. Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
14	CorruptionRank 2 55 Mana · 30 yd range 2 sec cast Corrupts the target, causing 65 Shadow damage over 15 sec. Trainer / starting spell	Train A main Affliction damage-over-time spell. Keep its ranks current and allow the ticks to work rather than refreshing a dying target.
14	Curse of RecklessnessRank 1 35 Mana · 30 yd range Instant Curses the target with recklessness, reducing the target's armor by 175 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. Trainer / starting spell	Situational Read the rank effect below. Buy for a task you plan to use—group support, a particular enemy type, travel or an alternate build—rather than clearing the trainer list.
14	Drain LifeRank 1 55 Mana · 20 yd range Channeled Transfers 10 health every 1 second from the target to the caster. Lasts 5 sec. Trainer / starting spell	Train Keep useful ranks current while you regularly use this ability in the Affliction solo toolkit.
14pet level	Fire ShieldRank 1 60 Mana · 30 yd range Instant Demon: Imp Surrounds the target in a shield of fire. Every strike against the target causes 5 Fire damage to the attacker. Lasts 3 min. Your pet cannot cast Fire Shield on itself. Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
16	Life TapRank 2 Instant Converts 75 Health into 75 Mana for you. Spirit increases the amount converted. Trainer / starting spell	Train Converts health into mana. Keep healing, food or Drain Life available; do not tap yourself into a lethal pull.
16pet level	SacrificeRank 1 Instant Unlimited range Demon: Voidwalker Sacrifices the Voidwalker, giving its owner a shield that will absorb 318 damage for 30 sec. While the shield holds, spellcasting will not be interrupted by damage. Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
16	Unending BreathUnranked 50 Mana · 30 yd range Instant Allows the target to breathe underwater for 10 min. Trainer / starting spell	Situational Read the rank effect below. Buy for a task you plan to use—group support, a particular enemy type, travel or an alternate build—rather than clearing the trainer list.
18	Bane of AgonyRank 2 50 Mana · 30 yd range Instant Afflicts the target with agony, causing 120 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. Trainer / starting spell	Train Core Affliction damage over time. It can coexist with a Curse in Forever; give it time to tick before buying more damage on the same kill.
18pet level	Consume ShadowsRank 1 85 Mana · Melee Range Channeled Demon: Voidwalker The Voidwalker consumes nearby shadows to bolster its form, recovering 325 health over 10 sec. Cannot be used while in combat. Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
18	Create SoulstoneRank 1 85% of base mana 3 sec cast Reagents: Soul Shard Creates a Minor 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 400 health and 700 mana. Conjured items disappear if logged out for more than 15 minutes. Trainer / starting spell	Train Keep useful ranks current while you regularly use this ability in the Affliction solo toolkit.
18pet level	FireboltRank 3 35 Mana · 30 yd range 2 sec cast Demon: Imp Deals 12 to 14 Fire damage to a target. Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
18	Searing PainRank 1 45 Mana · 30 yd range 1.5 sec cast Inflict searing pain on the enemy target, causing 24 to 28 Fire damage. Causes a high amount of threat. Trainer / starting spell	Defer Lower priority for Affliction solo levelling. Buy when you switch builds, use this attack regularly, or take the matching dungeon role.
20	Amplify CurseUnranked Instant · 3 min cooldown Increases 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. Talent unlock	Situational Read the rank effect below. Buy for a task you plan to use—group support, a particular enemy type, travel or an alternate build—rather than clearing the trainer list.
20	Curse of the ElementsRank 1 50 Mana · 30 yd range Instant Curses the target for 5 min, reducing Magic resistances by 30 and increases Magic damage taken by 4%. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target. Trainer / starting spell	Situational Read the rank effect below. Buy for a task you plan to use—group support, a particular enemy type, travel or an alternate build—rather than clearing the trainer list.
20	Demon ArmorRank 1 275 Mana Instant Protects the caster, increasing armor by 210, Shadow resistance by 3 and increases health regeneration by 7 health per 5 sec. for 30 min. Trainer / starting spell	Train Keep useful ranks current while you regularly use this ability in the Affliction solo toolkit.
20	Demonic SacrificeUnranked 100 yd range Instant When activated, sacrifices your summoned Demon to enhance the opposing aspect of your power, granting you an effect that lasts 2 hrs. 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. Talent unlock	Situational Read the rank effect below. Buy for a task you plan to use—group support, a particular enemy type, travel or an alternate build—rather than clearing the trainer list.
20	Health FunnelRank 2 20 yd range Channeled Gives 24 health to the caster's pet every second for 10 sec as long as the caster channels. Generates reduced threat. Trainer / starting spell	Train Keep useful ranks current while you regularly use this ability in the Affliction solo toolkit.
20	ImmolateRank 3 90 Mana · 30 yd range 2 sec cast Burns the enemy for 38 Fire damage and then an additional 60 Fire damage over 15 sec. Trainer / starting spell	Situational Train if your rotation uses its full damage. Extra damage-over-time spells on an almost-dead target waste mana.
20pet level	Lash of PainRank 1 65 Mana · Melee Range Instant · 12 sec cooldown Demon: Succubus An instant attack that lashes the target, causing 16 Shadow damage. Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
20	Rain of FireRank 1 295 Mana · 30 yd range Channeled Calls down a fiery rain to burn enemies in the area of effect for 164 Fire damage over 8 sec. Trainer / starting spell	Defer Lower priority for Affliction solo levelling. Buy when you switch builds, use this attack regularly, or take the matching dungeon role.
20	Ritual of SummoningUnranked 300 Mana · 30 yd range Channeled Reagents: Soul Shard Begins 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. Trainer / starting spell	Utility Learn the control, escape, dispel or group tool. If a later rank only adds damage, it can wait; keep ranks that improve its useful effect.
20	Shadow BoltRank 4 110 Mana · 30 yd range 3 sec cast Sends a shadowy bolt at the enemy, causing 56 to 64 Shadow damage. Trainer / starting spell	Train Keep useful ranks current while you regularly use this ability in the Affliction solo toolkit.
20	ShadowburnRank 1 105 Mana · 30 yd range Instant · 15 sec cooldown Reagents: Soul Shard Instantly blasts the target for 65 to 73 Shadow damage. If a non-trivial target dies within 8 sec of being hit with Shadowburn, the caster gains a Soul Shard. Talent unlock	Defer Lower priority for Affliction solo levelling. Buy when you switch builds, use this attack regularly, or take the matching dungeon role.
20	Summon IncubusSummon 100% of base mana 10 sec cast Reagents: Soul Shard Summons an Incubus under the command of the Warlock. Class quest / unlock	Situational Read the rank effect below. Buy for a task you plan to use—group support, a particular enemy type, travel or an alternate build—rather than clearing the trainer list.
20	Summon SuccubusSummon 100% of base mana 10 sec cast Reagents: Soul Shard Summons a Succubus under the command of the Warlock. Class quest / unlock	Situational Read the rank effect below. Buy for a task you plan to use—group support, a particular enemy type, travel or an alternate build—rather than clearing the trainer list.
20pet level	TormentRank 2 40 Mana · Melee Range Instant · 5 sec cooldown Demon: Voidwalker Taunts the creature, increasing the chance that it will attack the Voidwalker. More effective than Torment (Rank 1). Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
22	Create HealthstoneRank 2 240 Mana 3 sec cast Reagents: Soul Shard Creates a Lesser Healthstone that can be used to instantly restore 300 health. Conjured items disappear if logged out for more than 15 minutes. Trainer / starting spell	Train Keep useful ranks current while you regularly use this ability in the Affliction solo toolkit.
22	Curse of WeaknessRank 3 70 Mana · 30 yd range Instant Physical damage caused by the target is reduced by 12 for 2 min. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target. Trainer / starting spell	Situational Read the rank effect below. Buy for a task you plan to use—group support, a particular enemy type, travel or an alternate build—rather than clearing the trainer list.
22	Drain LifeRank 2 85 Mana · 20 yd range Channeled Transfers 14 health every 1 second from the target to the caster. Lasts 5 sec. Trainer / starting spell	Train Keep useful ranks current while you regularly use this ability in the Affliction solo toolkit.
22	Eye of KilroggSummon 100 Mana Channeled Unlimited range Summons an Eye of Kilrogg and binds your vision to it. The eye moves quickly but is very fragile. Trainer / starting spell	Situational Read the rank effect below. Buy for a task you plan to use—group support, a particular enemy type, travel or an alternate build—rather than clearing the trainer list.
22pet level	Soothing KissRank 1 30 Mana · Melee Range Instant · 4 sec cooldown Demon: Succubus Soothes the target, increasing the chance that it will attack something else. Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
24	CorruptionRank 3 100 Mana · 30 yd range 2 sec cast Corrupts the target, causing 132 Shadow damage over 18 sec. Trainer / starting spell	Train A main Affliction damage-over-time spell. Keep its ranks current and allow the ticks to work rather than refreshing a dying target.
24	Drain ManaRank 1 95 Mana · 20 yd range Channeled Transfers 44 Mana every 1 sec from the target to the caster. Lasts 5 sec. Trainer / starting spell	Situational Read the rank effect below. Buy for a task you plan to use—group support, a particular enemy type, travel or an alternate build—rather than clearing the trainer list.
24	Drain SoulRank 2 125 Mana · 30 yd range Channeled Drains the soul of the target, causing 170 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. Trainer / starting spell	Utility Keep the shard-generating spell available. Later damage ranks are optional if you use it only to obtain shards near the end of a kill.
24pet level	Fire ShieldRank 2 90 Mana · 30 yd range Instant Demon: Imp Surrounds the target in a shield of fire. Every strike against the target causes 7 Fire damage to the attacker. Lasts 3 min. Your pet cannot cast Fire Shield on itself. Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
24pet level	SacrificeRank 2 Instant Unlimited range Demon: Voidwalker Sacrifices the Voidwalker, giving its owner a shield that will absorb 528 damage for 30 sec. While the shield holds, spellcasting will not be interrupted by damage. Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
24	Sense DemonsUnranked Instant Shows the location of all nearby demons on the minimap until cancelled. Only one type of tracking can be used at a time. Trainer / starting spell	Situational Read the rank effect below. Buy for a task you plan to use—group support, a particular enemy type, travel or an alternate build—rather than clearing the trainer list.
24	ShadowburnRank 2 130 Mana · 30 yd range Instant · 15 sec cooldown Reagents: Soul Shard Instantly blasts the target for 81 to 91 Shadow damage. If the target dies within 8 sec of Shadowburn, and yields experience or honor, the caster gains a Soul Shard. Trainer · requires talent	Defer Lower priority for Affliction solo levelling. Buy when you switch builds, use this attack regularly, or take the matching dungeon role.
24pet level	SufferingRank 1 150 Mana Instant · 2 min cooldown Demon: Voidwalker Taunts all enemies within 10 yards, increasing the chance that they will attack the Voidwalker. Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
25	ConflagrateRank 1 100 Mana · 30 yd range Instant · 10 sec cooldown Ignites a target that is already afflicted by your Immolate spell, dealing 88 to 110 Fire damage and consuming your Immolate effect. Talent unlock	Defer Lower priority for Affliction solo levelling. Buy when you switch builds, use this attack regularly, or take the matching dungeon role.
25	Curse of ExhaustionUnranked 8% of base mana · 30 yd range Instant Reduces the target's movement speed by 30% for 12 sec. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target. Talent unlock	Situational Read the rank effect below. Buy for a task you plan to use—group support, a particular enemy type, travel or an alternate build—rather than clearing the trainer list.
25	Fel DominationUnranked Instant · 5 min cooldown Your 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%. Talent unlock	Situational Read the rank effect below. Buy for a task you plan to use—group support, a particular enemy type, travel or an alternate build—rather than clearing the trainer list.
26pet level	Blood PactRank 3 20 yd range Instant Demon: Imp Increases party members' Stamina by 25. Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
26pet level	Consume ShadowsRank 2 150 Mana · Melee Range Channeled Demon: Voidwalker The Voidwalker consumes nearby shadows to bolster its form, recovering 575 health over 10 sec. Cannot be used while in combat. Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
26	Curse of TonguesRank 1 80 Mana · 30 yd range Instant Forces the target to speak in Demonic, increasing the casting time of all spells by 50%. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target. Lasts 30 sec. Trainer / starting spell	Situational Read the rank effect below. Buy for a task you plan to use—group support, a particular enemy type, travel or an alternate build—rather than clearing the trainer list.
26	Detect InvisibilityRank 1 50 Mana · 30 yd range Instant Allows the friendly target to detect lesser invisibility for 10 min. Trainer / starting spell	Situational Read the rank effect below. Buy for a task you plan to use—group support, a particular enemy type, travel or an alternate build—rather than clearing the trainer list.
26	Life TapRank 3 Instant Converts 140 Health into 140 Mana for you. Spirit increases the amount converted. Trainer / starting spell	Train Converts health into mana. Keep healing, food or Drain Life available; do not tap yourself into a lethal pull.
26	Searing PainRank 2 68 Mana · 30 yd range 1.5 sec cast Inflict searing pain on the enemy target, causing 34 to 40 Fire damage. Causes a high amount of threat. Trainer / starting spell	Defer Lower priority for Affliction solo levelling. Buy when you switch builds, use this attack regularly, or take the matching dungeon role.
26pet level	SeductionUnranked 24% of base mana · 30 yd range Channeled Demon: Succubus Seduces the target, preventing all actions for up to 15 sec. Any damage caused will remove the effect. Only works against Humanoids. Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
28	Bane of AgonyRank 3 90 Mana · 30 yd range Instant Afflicts the target with agony, causing 168 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. Trainer / starting spell	Train Core Affliction damage over time. It can coexist with a Curse in Forever; give it time to tick before buying more damage on the same kill.
28	BanishRank 1 100 Mana · 30 yd range 1.5 sec cast Banishes the enemy target, preventing all action but making it invulnerable for up to 20 sec. Only one target can be banished at a time. Only works on Demons and Elementals. Trainer / starting spell	Utility Learn the control, escape, dispel or group tool. If a later rank only adds damage, it can wait; keep ranks that improve its useful effect.
28	Create FirestoneRank 1 500 Mana 3 sec cast Reagents: Soul Shard Creates a Lesser Firestone which can be used to enchant your weapon with Fire, increasing your spell critical strike chance by 1% and the damage done by your Fire spells by up to 10. Conjured items disappear if logged out for more than 15 minutes. Trainer / starting spell	Defer Lower priority for Affliction solo levelling. Buy when you switch builds, use this attack regularly, or take the matching dungeon role.
28	Curse of RecklessnessRank 2 60 Mana · 30 yd range Instant Curses the target with recklessness, reducing the target's armor by 285 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. Trainer / starting spell	Situational Read the rank effect below. Buy for a task you plan to use—group support, a particular enemy type, travel or an alternate build—rather than clearing the trainer list.
28pet level	FireboltRank 4 50 Mana · 30 yd range 2 sec cast Demon: Imp Deals 17 to 19 Fire damage to a target. Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
28	Health FunnelRank 3 20 yd range Channeled Gives 43 health to the caster's pet every second for 10 sec as long as the caster channels. Generates reduced threat. Trainer / starting spell	Train Keep useful ranks current while you regularly use this ability in the Affliction solo toolkit.
28pet level	Lash of PainRank 2 80 Mana · Melee Range Instant · 12 sec cooldown Demon: Succubus An instant attack that lashes the target, causing 22 Shadow damage. Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
28	Shadow BoltRank 5 160 Mana · 30 yd range 3 sec cast Sends a shadowy bolt at the enemy, causing 79 to 89 Shadow damage. Trainer / starting spell	Train Keep useful ranks current while you regularly use this ability in the Affliction solo toolkit.
30	Bane of HavocUnranked 5% of base mana · 30 yd range Instant Afflicts 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. Talent unlock	Defer Lower priority for Affliction solo levelling. Buy when you switch builds, use this attack regularly, or take the matching dungeon role.
30	Create SoulstoneRank 2 85% of base mana 3 sec cast Reagents: Soul Shard Creates a Lesser 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 750 health and 1,200 mana. Conjured items disappear if logged out for more than 15 minutes. Trainer / starting spell	Train Keep useful ranks current while you regularly use this ability in the Affliction solo toolkit.
30	Curse of the ElementsRank 2 100 Mana · 30 yd range Instant Curses the target for 5 min, reducing Magic resistances by 45 and increasing Magic damage taken by 6%. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target. Trainer / starting spell	Situational Read the rank effect below. Buy for a task you plan to use—group support, a particular enemy type, travel or an alternate build—rather than clearing the trainer list.
30	Demon ArmorRank 2 520 Mana Instant Protects the caster, increasing armor by 300, Shadow resistance by 6 and increases health regeneration by 9 health per 5 sec. for 30 min. Trainer / starting spell	Train Keep useful ranks current while you regularly use this ability in the Affliction solo toolkit.
30pet level	Devour MagicRank 1 100 Mana · 30 yd range Instant · 8 sec cooldown Demon: Felhunter Purges 1 harmful magic effect from a friend or 1 beneficial magic effect from an enemy. If an effect is devoured, the Felhunter will be healed for 258. Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
30	Drain LifeRank 3 135 Mana · 20 yd range Channeled Transfers 22 health every 1 second from the target to the caster. Lasts 5 sec. Trainer / starting spell	Train Keep useful ranks current while you regularly use this ability in the Affliction solo toolkit.
30	HellfireRank 1 645 Mana Channeled Ignites the area surrounding the caster, causing 86 Fire damage to himself and 86 Fire damage to all nearby enemies every 1 sec. Lasts 15 sec. Trainer / starting spell	Defer Lower priority for Affliction solo levelling. Buy when you switch builds, use this attack regularly, or take the matching dungeon role.
30	ImmolateRank 4 155 Mana · 30 yd range 2 sec cast Burns the enemy for 63 Fire damage and then an additional 95 Fire damage over 15 sec. Trainer / starting spell	Situational Train if your rotation uses its full damage. Extra damage-over-time spells on an almost-dead target waste mana.
30	Siphon LifeRank 1 150 Mana · 30 yd range Instant Transfers 11 health from the target to the caster every 3 sec. Lasts 30 sec. Talent unlock	Train Keep useful ranks current while you regularly use this ability in the Affliction solo toolkit.
30	Soul LinkUnranked 20% of base mana · 100 yd range Instant 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 the master will inflict 3% more damage. Lasts as long as the Demon is active. Talent unlock	Situational Read the rank effect below. Buy for a task you plan to use—group support, a particular enemy type, travel or an alternate build—rather than clearing the trainer list.
30	Subjugate DemonRank 1 300 Mana · 30 yd range 3 sec cast Reagents: Soul Shard Subjugates the target demon, up to level 45, 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. Trainer / starting spell	Situational Read the rank effect below. Buy for a task you plan to use—group support, a particular enemy type, travel or an alternate build—rather than clearing the trainer list.
30	Summon FelhunterSummon 100% of base mana 10 sec cast Reagents: Soul Shard Summons a Felhunter under the command of the Warlock. Class quest / unlock	Situational A class-quest unlock. Choose this demon for spell control; buy abilities for demons you actually use.
30pet level	TormentRank 3 65 Mana · Melee Range Instant · 5 sec cooldown Demon: Voidwalker Taunts the creature, increasing the chance that it will attack the Voidwalker. More effective than Torment (Rank 2). Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
32	ConflagrateRank 2 130 Mana · 30 yd range Instant · 10 sec cooldown Ignites a target that is already afflicted by your Immolate spell, dealing 112 to 142 Fire damage and consuming your Immolate effect. Trainer · requires talent	Defer Lower priority for Affliction solo levelling. Buy when you switch builds, use this attack regularly, or take the matching dungeon role.
32	Curse of WeaknessRank 4 95 Mana · 30 yd range Instant Physical damage caused by the target is reduced by 18 for 2 min. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target. Trainer / starting spell	Situational Read the rank effect below. Buy for a task you plan to use—group support, a particular enemy type, travel or an alternate build—rather than clearing the trainer list.
32	FearRank 2 15% of base mana · 20 yd range 1.5 sec cast Strikes fear in the enemy, causing it to run in fear for up to 15 sec. Damage caused may interrupt the effect. Only 1 target can be feared at a time. Trainer / starting spell	Utility Learn the control, escape, dispel or group tool. If a later rank only adds damage, it can wait; keep ranks that improve its useful effect.
32pet level	Lesser InvisibilityUnranked 100 Mana Instant Demon: Succubus Gives your summoned demon Lesser Invisibility for up to 5 min. This spell can only be used out of combat. Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
32pet level	SacrificeRank 3 Instant Unlimited range Demon: Voidwalker Sacrifices the Voidwalker, giving its owner a shield that will absorb 793 damage for 30 sec. While the shield holds, spellcasting will not be interrupted by damage. Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
32	Shadow WardRank 1 135 Mana Instant · 30 sec cooldown Absorbs 290 shadow damage. Lasts 30 sec. Trainer / starting spell	Situational Read the rank effect below. Buy for a task you plan to use—group support, a particular enemy type, travel or an alternate build—rather than clearing the trainer list.
32	ShadowburnRank 3 190 Mana · 30 yd range Instant · 15 sec cooldown Reagents: Soul Shard Instantly blasts the target for 118 to 132 Shadow damage. If the target dies within 8 sec of Shadowburn, and yields experience or honor, the caster gains a Soul Shard. Trainer · requires talent	Defer Lower priority for Affliction solo levelling. Buy when you switch builds, use this attack regularly, or take the matching dungeon role.
32pet level	Tainted BloodRank 1 75 Mana Instant Demon: Felhunter Taints the Felhunter's blood for 1 min. When the Felhunter is hit with a melee attack, the attacker will lose 17 melee attack power for 10 sec. Stacks up to 5 times on a single target. Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
34pet level	Consume ShadowsRank 3 215 Mana · Melee Range Channeled Demon: Voidwalker The Voidwalker consumes nearby shadows to bolster its form, recovering 835 health over 10 sec. Cannot be used while in combat. Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
34	CorruptionRank 4 160 Mana · 30 yd range 2 sec cast Corrupts the target, causing 168 Shadow damage over 18 sec. Trainer / starting spell	Train A main Affliction damage-over-time spell. Keep its ranks current and allow the ticks to work rather than refreshing a dying target.
34	Create HealthstoneRank 3 475 Mana 3 sec cast Reagents: Soul Shard Creates a Healthstone that can be used to instantly restore 600 health. Conjured items disappear if logged out for more than 15 minutes. Trainer / starting spell	Train Keep useful ranks current while you regularly use this ability in the Affliction solo toolkit.
34	Drain ManaRank 2 155 Mana · 20 yd range Channeled Transfers 70 Mana every 1 sec from the target to the caster. Lasts 5 sec. Trainer / starting spell	Situational Read the rank effect below. Buy for a task you plan to use—group support, a particular enemy type, travel or an alternate build—rather than clearing the trainer list.
34pet level	Fire ShieldRank 3 115 Mana · 30 yd range Instant Demon: Imp Surrounds the target in a shield of fire. Every strike against the target causes 9 Fire damage to the attacker. Lasts 3 min. Your pet cannot cast Fire Shield on itself. Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
34	Rain of FireRank 2 605 Mana · 30 yd range Channeled Calls down a fiery rain to burn enemies in the area of effect for 372 Fire damage over 8 sec. Trainer / starting spell	Defer Lower priority for Affliction solo levelling. Buy when you switch builds, use this attack regularly, or take the matching dungeon role.
34	Searing PainRank 3 91 Mana · 30 yd range 1.5 sec cast Inflict searing pain on the enemy target, causing 44 to 52 Fire damage. Causes a high amount of threat. Trainer / starting spell	Defer Lower priority for Affliction solo levelling. Buy when you switch builds, use this attack regularly, or take the matching dungeon role.
34pet level	Soothing KissRank 2 50 Mana · 10 yd range Instant · 4 sec cooldown Demon: Succubus Soothes the target, increasing the chance that it will attack something else. More effective than Soothing Kiss (Rank 1). Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
36	Create FirestoneRank 2 700 Mana 3 sec cast Reagents: Soul Shard Creates a Firestone which can be used to enchant your weapon with Fire, increasing your spell critical strike chance by 1% and the damage done by your Fire spells by up to 14. Conjured items disappear if logged out for more than 15 minutes. Trainer / starting spell	Defer Lower priority for Affliction solo levelling. Buy when you switch builds, use this attack regularly, or take the matching dungeon role.
36	Create SpellstoneRank 1 500 Mana 5 sec cast Reagents: Soul Shard Creates a Spellstone which can be used to enchant your weapon with Shadow, increasing your spell haste by 1% and the damage done by your Shadow spells by up to 14. Conjured items disappear if logged out for more than 15 minutes. Trainer / starting spell	Defer Lower priority for Affliction solo levelling. Buy when you switch builds, use this attack regularly, or take the matching dungeon role.
36	Health FunnelRank 4 20 yd range Channeled Gives 64 health to the caster's pet every second for 10 sec as long as the caster channels. Generates reduced threat. Trainer / starting spell	Train Keep useful ranks current while you regularly use this ability in the Affliction solo toolkit.
36pet level	Lash of PainRank 3 105 Mana · Melee Range Instant · 12 sec cooldown Demon: Succubus An instant attack that lashes the target, causing 30 Shadow damage. Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
36	Life TapRank 4 Instant Converts 220 Health into 220 Mana for you. Spirit increases the amount converted. Trainer / starting spell	Train Converts health into mana. Keep healing, food or Drain Life available; do not tap yourself into a lethal pull.
36	Shadow BoltRank 6 210 Mana · 30 yd range 3 sec cast Sends a shadowy bolt at the enemy, causing 101 to 113 Shadow damage. Trainer / starting spell	Train Keep useful ranks current while you regularly use this ability in the Affliction solo toolkit.
36pet level	Spell LockRank 1 120 Mana · 30 yd range Instant · 30 sec cooldown Demon: Felhunter Silences the enemy for 3 sec. If used on a casting target, it will counter the enemy's spellcast, preventing any spell from that school of magic from being cast for 6 sec. Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
36pet level	SufferingRank 2 300 Mana Instant · 2 min cooldown Demon: Voidwalker Taunts all enemies within 10 yards, increasing the chance that they will attack the Voidwalker. More effective than Suffering (Rank 1). Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
38	Bane of AgonyRank 4 130 Mana · 30 yd range Instant Afflicts the target with agony, causing 252 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. Trainer / starting spell	Train Core Affliction damage over time. It can coexist with a Curse in Forever; give it time to tick before buying more damage on the same kill.
38pet level	Blood PactRank 4 20 yd range Instant Demon: Imp Increases party members' Stamina by 39. Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
38	Detect InvisibilityRank 2 90 Mana · 30 yd range Instant Allows the friendly target to detect invisibility for 10 min. Trainer / starting spell	Situational Read the rank effect below. Buy for a task you plan to use—group support, a particular enemy type, travel or an alternate build—rather than clearing the trainer list.
38pet level	Devour MagicRank 2 130 Mana · 30 yd range Instant · 8 sec cooldown Demon: Felhunter Purges 1 harmful magic effect from a friend or 1 beneficial magic effect from an enemy. If an effect is devoured, the Felhunter will be healed for 347. Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
38	Drain LifeRank 4 185 Mana · 20 yd range Channeled Transfers 28 health every 1 second from the target to the caster. Lasts 5 sec. Trainer / starting spell	Train Keep useful ranks current while you regularly use this ability in the Affliction solo toolkit.
38	Drain SoulRank 3 210 Mana · 30 yd range Channeled Drains the soul of the target, causing 270 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. Trainer / starting spell	Utility Keep the shard-generating spell available. Later damage ranks are optional if you use it only to obtain shards near the end of a kill.
38pet level	FireboltRank 5 70 Mana · 30 yd range 2 sec cast Demon: Imp Deals 26 to 28 Fire damage to a target. Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
38	Siphon LifeRank 2 205 Mana · 30 yd range Instant Transfers 19 health from the target to the caster every 3 sec. Lasts 30 sec. Trainer · requires talent	Train Keep useful ranks current while you regularly use this ability in the Affliction solo toolkit.
40	ConflagrateRank 3 165 Mana · 30 yd range Instant · 10 sec cooldown Ignites a target that is already afflicted by your Immolate spell, dealing 134 to 170 Fire damage and consuming your Immolate effect. Trainer · requires talent	Defer Lower priority for Affliction solo levelling. Buy when you switch builds, use this attack regularly, or take the matching dungeon role.
40	Create SoulstoneRank 3 85% of base mana 3 sec cast Reagents: Soul Shard Creates a 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 1,100 health and 1,700 mana. Conjured items disappear if logged out for more than 15 minutes. Trainer / starting spell	Train Keep useful ranks current while you regularly use this ability in the Affliction solo toolkit.
40	Curse of the ElementsRank 3 150 Mana · 30 yd range Instant Curses 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. Trainer / starting spell	Situational Read the rank effect below. Buy for a task you plan to use—group support, a particular enemy type, travel or an alternate build—rather than clearing the trainer list.
40	Demon ArmorRank 3 800 Mana Instant Protects the caster, increasing armor by 390, Shadow resistance by 9 and increases health regeneration by 11 health per 5 sec. for 30 min. Trainer / starting spell	Train Keep useful ranks current while you regularly use this ability in the Affliction solo toolkit.
40	Howl of TerrorRank 1 150 Mana 2 sec cast · 40 sec cooldown Howl, causing 5 enemies within 10 yds to flee in terror for 10 sec. Damage caused may interrupt the effect. Trainer / starting spell	Utility Learn the control, escape, dispel or group tool. If a later rank only adds damage, it can wait; keep ranks that improve its useful effect.
40	ImmolateRank 5 220 Mana · 30 yd range 2 sec cast Burns the enemy for 80 Fire damage and then an additional 125 Fire damage over 15 sec. Trainer / starting spell	Situational Train if your rotation uses its full damage. Extra damage-over-time spells on an almost-dead target waste mana.
40	IncinerateRank 1 205 Mana · 30 yd range 2.5 sec cast Deals 99 to 113 Fire damage to your target and an additional 25% damage if the target is afflicted by Immolate. Talent unlock	Defer Lower priority for Affliction solo levelling. Buy when you switch builds, use this attack regularly, or take the matching dungeon role.
40pet level	SacrificeRank 4 Instant Unlimited range Demon: Voidwalker Sacrifices the Voidwalker, giving its owner a shield that will absorb 1,123 damage for 30 sec. While the shield holds, spellcasting will not be interrupted by damage. Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
40	ShadowburnRank 4 245 Mana · 30 yd range Instant · 15 sec cooldown Reagents: Soul Shard Instantly blasts the target for 146 to 164 Shadow damage. If the target dies within 8 sec of Shadowburn, and yields experience or honor, the caster gains a Soul Shard. Trainer · requires talent	Defer Lower priority for Affliction solo levelling. Buy when you switch builds, use this attack regularly, or take the matching dungeon role.
40pet level	Tainted BloodRank 2 105 Mana Instant Demon: Felhunter Taints the Felhunter's blood for 1 min. When the Felhunter is hit with a melee attack, the attacker will lose 23 melee attack power for 10 sec. Stacks up to 5 times on a single target. Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
40pet level	TormentRank 4 90 Mana · Melee Range Instant · 5 sec cooldown Demon: Voidwalker Taunts the creature, increasing the chance that it will attack the Voidwalker. More effective than Torment (Rank 3). Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
40	WrackRank 1 200 Mana · 30 yd range Channeled Tears 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. Talent unlock	Situational Read the rank effect below. Buy for a task you plan to use—group support, a particular enemy type, travel or an alternate build—rather than clearing the trainer list.
42pet level	Consume ShadowsRank 4 285 Mana · Melee Range Channeled Demon: Voidwalker The Voidwalker consumes nearby shadows to bolster its form, recovering 1,130 health over 10 sec. Cannot be used while in combat. Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
42	Curse of RecklessnessRank 3 90 Mana · 30 yd range Instant Curses the target with recklessness, reducing the target's armor by 395 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. Trainer / starting spell	Situational Read the rank effect below. Buy for a task you plan to use—group support, a particular enemy type, travel or an alternate build—rather than clearing the trainer list.
42	Curse of WeaknessRank 5 130 Mana · 30 yd range Instant Physical damage caused by the target is reduced by 26 for 2 min. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target. Trainer / starting spell	Situational Read the rank effect below. Buy for a task you plan to use—group support, a particular enemy type, travel or an alternate build—rather than clearing the trainer list.
42	Death CoilRank 1 435 Mana · 30 yd range Instant · 2 min cooldown Causes the enemy target to run in horror for 3 sec and causes 285 Shadow damage. The caster gains 100% of the damage caused in health. Trainer / starting spell	Utility Learn the control, escape, dispel or group tool. If a later rank only adds damage, it can wait; keep ranks that improve its useful effect.
42	HellfireRank 2 975 Mana Channeled Ignites the area surrounding the caster, causing 142 Fire damage to himself and 142 Fire damage to all nearby enemies every 1 sec. Lasts 15 sec. Trainer / starting spell	Defer Lower priority for Affliction solo levelling. Buy when you switch builds, use this attack regularly, or take the matching dungeon role.
42pet level	ParanoiaUnranked Instant Demon: Felhunter Increases the stealth detection of all party members within 30 yds of the Felhunter as if they were 6 levels higher. Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
42	Searing PainRank 4 118 Mana · 30 yd range 1.5 sec cast Inflict searing pain on the enemy target, causing 61 to 73 Fire damage. Causes a high amount of threat. Trainer / starting spell	Defer Lower priority for Affliction solo levelling. Buy when you switch builds, use this attack regularly, or take the matching dungeon role.
42	Shadow WardRank 2 195 Mana Instant · 30 sec cooldown Absorbs 470 shadow damage. Lasts 30 sec. Trainer / starting spell	Situational Read the rank effect below. Buy for a task you plan to use—group support, a particular enemy type, travel or an alternate build—rather than clearing the trainer list.
44	CorruptionRank 5 225 Mana · 30 yd range 2 sec cast Corrupts the target, causing 240 Shadow damage over 18 sec. Trainer / starting spell	Train A main Affliction damage-over-time spell. Keep its ranks current and allow the ticks to work rather than refreshing a dying target.
44	Drain ManaRank 3 225 Mana · 20 yd range Channeled Transfers 102 Mana every 1 sec from the target to the caster. Lasts 5 sec. Trainer / starting spell	Situational Read the rank effect below. Buy for a task you plan to use—group support, a particular enemy type, travel or an alternate build—rather than clearing the trainer list.
44pet level	Fire ShieldRank 4 140 Mana · 30 yd range Instant Demon: Imp Surrounds the target in a shield of fire. Every strike against the target causes 11 Fire damage to the attacker. Lasts 3 min. Your pet cannot cast Fire Shield on itself. Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
44	Health FunnelRank 5 20 yd range Channeled Gives 89 health to the caster's pet every second for 10 sec as long as the caster channels. Generates reduced threat. Trainer / starting spell	Train Keep useful ranks current while you regularly use this ability in the Affliction solo toolkit.
44pet level	Lash of PainRank 4 125 Mana · Melee Range Instant · 12 sec cooldown Demon: Succubus An instant attack that lashes the target, causing 36 Shadow damage. Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
44	Shadow BoltRank 7 265 Mana · 30 yd range 3 sec cast Sends a shadowy bolt at the enemy, causing 139 to 155 Shadow damage. Trainer / starting spell	Train Keep useful ranks current while you regularly use this ability in the Affliction solo toolkit.
44	Subjugate DemonRank 2 500 Mana · 30 yd range 3 sec cast Reagents: Soul Shard Subjugates the target demon, up to level 59, 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. Trainer / starting spell	Situational Read the rank effect below. Buy for a task you plan to use—group support, a particular enemy type, travel or an alternate build—rather than clearing the trainer list.
46	Create FirestoneRank 3 900 Mana 3 sec cast Reagents: Soul Shard Creates a Greater 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 17. Conjured items disappear if logged out for more than 15 minutes. Trainer / starting spell	Defer Lower priority for Affliction solo levelling. Buy when you switch builds, use this attack regularly, or take the matching dungeon role.
46	Create HealthstoneRank 4 750 Mana 3 sec cast Reagents: Soul Shard Creates a Greater Healthstone that can be used to instantly restore 960 health. Conjured items disappear if logged out for more than 15 minutes. Trainer / starting spell	Train Keep useful ranks current while you regularly use this ability in the Affliction solo toolkit.
46pet level	Devour MagicRank 3 170 Mana · 30 yd range Instant · 8 sec cooldown Demon: Felhunter Purges 1 harmful magic effect from a friend or 1 beneficial magic effect from an enemy. If an effect is devoured, the Felhunter will be healed for 472. Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
46	Drain LifeRank 5 240 Mana · 20 yd range Channeled Transfers 39 health every 1 second from the target to the caster. Lasts 5 sec. Trainer / starting spell	Train Keep useful ranks current while you regularly use this ability in the Affliction solo toolkit.
46	Life TapRank 5 Instant Converts 310 Health into 310 Mana for you. Spirit increases the amount converted. Trainer / starting spell	Train Converts health into mana. Keep healing, food or Drain Life available; do not tap yourself into a lethal pull.
46	Rain of FireRank 3 885 Mana · 30 yd range Channeled Calls down a fiery rain to burn enemies in the area of effect for 604 Fire damage over 8 sec. Trainer / starting spell	Defer Lower priority for Affliction solo levelling. Buy when you switch builds, use this attack regularly, or take the matching dungeon role.
46pet level	Soothing KissRank 3 75 Mana · 10 yd range Instant · 4 sec cooldown Demon: Succubus Soothes the target, increasing the chance that it will attack something else. More effective than Soothing Kiss (Rank 2). Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
48	Bane of AgonyRank 5 170 Mana · 30 yd range Instant Afflicts the target with agony, causing 396 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. Trainer / starting spell	Train Core Affliction damage over time. It can coexist with a Curse in Forever; give it time to tick before buying more damage on the same kill.
48	BanishRank 2 200 Mana · 30 yd range 1.5 sec cast Banishes 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. Trainer / starting spell	Utility Learn the control, escape, dispel or group tool. If a later rank only adds damage, it can wait; keep ranks that improve its useful effect.
48	ConflagrateRank 4 200 Mana · 30 yd range Instant · 10 sec cooldown Ignites a target that is already afflicted by your Immolate spell, dealing 178 to 222 Fire damage and consuming your Immolate effect. Trainer · requires talent	Defer Lower priority for Affliction solo levelling. Buy when you switch builds, use this attack regularly, or take the matching dungeon role.
48	Create SpellstoneRank 2 750 Mana 5 sec cast Reagents: Soul Shard Creates a Greater 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 17. Conjured items disappear if logged out for more than 15 minutes. Trainer / starting spell	Defer Lower priority for Affliction solo levelling. Buy when you switch builds, use this attack regularly, or take the matching dungeon role.
48pet level	FireboltRank 6 95 Mana · 30 yd range 2 sec cast Demon: Imp Deals 35 to 39 Fire damage to a target. Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
48pet level	SacrificeRank 5 Instant Unlimited range Demon: Voidwalker Sacrifices the Voidwalker, giving its owner a shield that will absorb 1,503 damage for 30 sec. While the shield holds, spellcasting will not be interrupted by damage. Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
48	ShadowburnRank 5 305 Mana · 30 yd range Instant · 15 sec cooldown Reagents: Soul Shard Instantly blasts the target for 201 to 223 Shadow damage. If the target dies within 8 sec of Shadowburn, and yields experience or honor, the caster gains a Soul Shard. Trainer · requires talent	Defer Lower priority for Affliction solo levelling. Buy when you switch builds, use this attack regularly, or take the matching dungeon role.
48	Siphon LifeRank 3 285 Mana · 30 yd range Instant Transfers 29 health from the target to the caster every 3 sec. Lasts 30 sec. Trainer · requires talent	Train Keep useful ranks current while you regularly use this ability in the Affliction solo toolkit.
48	Soul FireRank 1 305 Mana · 30 yd range 6 sec cast · 1 min cooldown Reagents: Soul Shard Burn the enemy's soul, causing 344 to 430 Fire damage. Trainer / starting spell	Defer Lower priority for Affliction solo levelling. Buy when you switch builds, use this attack regularly, or take the matching dungeon role.
48pet level	SufferingRank 3 450 Mana Instant · 2 min cooldown Demon: Voidwalker Taunts all enemies within 10 yards, increasing the chance that they will attack the Voidwalker. More effective than Suffering (Rank 2). Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
48pet level	Tainted BloodRank 3 135 Mana Instant Demon: Felhunter Taints the Felhunter's blood for 1 min. When the Felhunter is hit with a melee attack, the attacker will lose 32 melee attack power for 10 sec. Stacks up to 5 times on a single target. Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
50pet level	Blood PactRank 5 20 yd range Instant Demon: Imp Increases party members' Stamina by 54. Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
50pet level	Consume ShadowsRank 5 380 Mana · Melee Range Channeled Demon: Voidwalker The Voidwalker consumes nearby shadows to bolster its form, recovering 1,525 health over 10 sec. Cannot be used while in combat. Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
50	Create SoulstoneRank 4 85% of base mana 3 sec cast Reagents: Soul Shard Creates a Greater 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 1,600 health and 2,200 mana. Conjured items disappear if logged out for more than 15 minutes. Trainer / starting spell	Train Keep useful ranks current while you regularly use this ability in the Affliction solo toolkit.
50	Curse of TonguesRank 2 110 Mana · 30 yd range Instant Forces 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. Trainer / starting spell	Situational Read the rank effect below. Buy for a task you plan to use—group support, a particular enemy type, travel or an alternate build—rather than clearing the trainer list.
50	Curse of the ElementsRank 4 200 Mana · 30 yd range Instant Curses the target for 5 min, reducing Magic resistances by 75 and increasing Magic damage taken by 10%. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target. Trainer / starting spell	Situational Read the rank effect below. Buy for a task you plan to use—group support, a particular enemy type, travel or an alternate build—rather than clearing the trainer list.
50	Death CoilRank 2 525 Mana · 30 yd range Instant · 2 min cooldown Causes the enemy target to run in horror for 3 sec and causes 374 Shadow damage. The caster gains 100% of the damage caused in health. Trainer / starting spell	Utility Learn the control, escape, dispel or group tool. If a later rank only adds damage, it can wait; keep ranks that improve its useful effect.
50	Demon ArmorRank 4 1,150 Mana Instant Protects the caster, increasing armor by 480, Shadow resistance by 12 and increases health regeneration by 13 health per 5 sec. for 30 min. Trainer / starting spell	Train Keep useful ranks current while you regularly use this ability in the Affliction solo toolkit.
50	Detect InvisibilityRank 3 140 Mana · 30 yd range Instant Allows the friendly target to detect greater invisibility for 10 min. Trainer / starting spell	Situational Read the rank effect below. Buy for a task you plan to use—group support, a particular enemy type, travel or an alternate build—rather than clearing the trainer list.
50	ImmolateRank 6 295 Mana · 30 yd range 2 sec cast Burns the enemy for 115 Fire damage and then an additional 190 Fire damage over 15 sec. Trainer / starting spell	Situational Train if your rotation uses its full damage. Extra damage-over-time spells on an almost-dead target waste mana.
50	IncinerateRank 2 265 Mana · 30 yd range 2.5 sec cast Deals 145 to 167 Fire damage to your target and an additional 25% damage if the target is afflicted by Immolate. Trainer · requires talent	Defer Lower priority for Affliction solo levelling. Buy when you switch builds, use this attack regularly, or take the matching dungeon role.
50	InfernoSummon 100% of base mana · 30 yd range 2 sec cast · 1 hour cooldown Reagents: Infernal Stone Summons 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. Trainer / starting spell	Situational Read the rank effect below. Buy for a task you plan to use—group support, a particular enemy type, travel or an alternate build—rather than clearing the trainer list.
50	Searing PainRank 5 141 Mana · 30 yd range 1.5 sec cast Inflict searing pain on the enemy target, causing 84 to 98 Fire damage. Causes a high amount of threat. Trainer / starting spell	Defer Lower priority for Affliction solo levelling. Buy when you switch builds, use this attack regularly, or take the matching dungeon role.
50pet level	TormentRank 5 115 Mana · Melee Range Instant · 5 sec cooldown Demon: Voidwalker Taunts the creature, increasing the chance that it will attack the Voidwalker. More effective than Torment (Rank 4). Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
52	Curse of WeaknessRank 6 175 Mana · 30 yd range Instant Physical damage caused by the target is reduced by 37 for 2 min. Only one Curse per Warlock can be active on any one target. Trainer / starting spell	Situational Read the rank effect below. Buy for a task you plan to use—group support, a particular enemy type, travel or an alternate build—rather than clearing the trainer list.
52	Drain SoulRank 4 290 Mana · 30 yd range Channeled Drains 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. Trainer / starting spell	Utility Keep the shard-generating spell available. Later damage ranks are optional if you use it only to obtain shards near the end of a kill.
52	Health FunnelRank 6 20 yd range Channeled Gives 119 health to the caster's pet every second for 10 sec as long as the caster channels. Generates reduced threat. Trainer / starting spell	Train Keep useful ranks current while you regularly use this ability in the Affliction solo toolkit.
52pet level	Lash of PainRank 5 145 Mana · Melee Range Instant · 12 sec cooldown Demon: Succubus An instant attack that lashes the target, causing 43 Shadow damage. Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
52	Shadow BoltRank 8 315 Mana · 30 yd range 3 sec cast Sends a shadowy bolt at the enemy, causing 188 to 210 Shadow damage. Trainer / starting spell	Train Keep useful ranks current while you regularly use this ability in the Affliction solo toolkit.
52	Shadow WardRank 3 255 Mana Instant · 30 sec cooldown Absorbs 675 shadow damage. Lasts 30 sec. Trainer / starting spell	Situational Read the rank effect below. Buy for a task you plan to use—group support, a particular enemy type, travel or an alternate build—rather than clearing the trainer list.
52pet level	Spell LockRank 2 200 Mana · 30 yd range Instant · 30 sec cooldown Demon: Felhunter Silences the enemy for 3 sec. If used on a casting target, it will counter the enemy's spellcast, preventing any spell from that school of magic from being cast for 8 sec. Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
54	ConflagrateRank 5 230 Mana · 30 yd range Instant · 10 sec cooldown Ignites a target that is already afflicted by your Immolate spell, dealing 219 to 273 Fire damage and consuming your Immolate effect. Trainer · requires talent	Defer Lower priority for Affliction solo levelling. Buy when you switch builds, use this attack regularly, or take the matching dungeon role.
54	CorruptionRank 6 290 Mana · 30 yd range 2 sec cast Corrupts the target, causing 342 Shadow damage over 18 sec. Trainer / starting spell	Train A main Affliction damage-over-time spell. Keep its ranks current and allow the ticks to work rather than refreshing a dying target.
54pet level	Devour MagicRank 4 215 Mana · 30 yd range Instant · 8 sec cooldown Demon: Felhunter Purges 1 harmful magic effect from a friend or 1 beneficial magic effect from an enemy. If an effect is devoured, the Felhunter will be healed for 618. Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
54	Drain LifeRank 6 300 Mana · 20 yd range Channeled Transfers 51 health every 1 second from the target to the caster. Lasts 5 sec. Trainer / starting spell	Train Keep useful ranks current while you regularly use this ability in the Affliction solo toolkit.
54	Drain ManaRank 4 310 Mana · 20 yd range Channeled Transfers 139 Mana every 1 sec from the target to the caster. Lasts 5 sec. Trainer / starting spell	Situational Read the rank effect below. Buy for a task you plan to use—group support, a particular enemy type, travel or an alternate build—rather than clearing the trainer list.
54pet level	Fire ShieldRank 5 165 Mana · 30 yd range Instant Demon: Imp Surrounds the target in a shield of fire. Every strike against the target causes 13 Fire damage to the attacker. Lasts 3 min. Your pet cannot cast Fire Shield on itself. Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
54	HellfireRank 3 1,300 Mana Channeled Ignites 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. Trainer / starting spell	Defer Lower priority for Affliction solo levelling. Buy when you switch builds, use this attack regularly, or take the matching dungeon role.
54	Howl of TerrorRank 2 200 Mana 2 sec cast · 40 sec cooldown Howl, causing 5 enemies within 10 yds to flee in terror for 15 sec. Damage caused may interrupt the effect. Trainer / starting spell	Utility Learn the control, escape, dispel or group tool. If a later rank only adds damage, it can wait; keep ranks that improve its useful effect.
56	Create FirestoneRank 4 1,100 Mana 3 sec cast Reagents: Soul Shard Creates 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. Trainer / starting spell	Defer Lower priority for Affliction solo levelling. Buy when you switch builds, use this attack regularly, or take the matching dungeon role.
56	Curse of RecklessnessRank 4 115 Mana · 30 yd range Instant Curses 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. Trainer / starting spell	Situational Read the rank effect below. Buy for a task you plan to use—group support, a particular enemy type, travel or an alternate build—rather than clearing the trainer list.
56	FearRank 3 15% of base mana · 20 yd range 1.5 sec cast Strikes 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. Trainer / starting spell	Utility Learn the control, escape, dispel or group tool. If a later rank only adds damage, it can wait; keep ranks that improve its useful effect.
56	Life TapRank 6 Instant Converts 424 Health into 424 Mana for you. Spirit increases the amount converted. Trainer / starting spell	Train Converts health into mana. Keep healing, food or Drain Life available; do not tap yourself into a lethal pull.
56pet level	SacrificeRank 6 Instant Unlimited range Demon: Voidwalker Sacrifices the Voidwalker, giving its owner a shield that will absorb 1,930 damage for 30 sec. While the shield holds, spellcasting will not be interrupted by damage. Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
56	ShadowburnRank 6 365 Mana · 30 yd range Instant · 15 sec cooldown Reagents: Soul Shard Instantly blasts the target for 258 to 288 Shadow damage. If the target dies within 8 sec of Shadowburn, and yields experience or honor, the caster gains a Soul Shard. Trainer · requires talent	Defer Lower priority for Affliction solo levelling. Buy when you switch builds, use this attack regularly, or take the matching dungeon role.
56	Soul FireRank 2 335 Mana · 30 yd range 6 sec cast · 1 min cooldown Reagents: Soul Shard Burn the enemy's soul, causing 390 to 486 Fire damage. Trainer / starting spell	Defer Lower priority for Affliction solo levelling. Buy when you switch builds, use this attack regularly, or take the matching dungeon role.
56pet level	Tainted BloodRank 4 170 Mana Instant Demon: Felhunter Taints the Felhunter's blood for 1 min. When the Felhunter is hit with a melee attack, the attacker will lose 40 melee attack power for 10 sec. Stacks up to 5 times on a single target. Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
58	Bane of AgonyRank 6 215 Mana · 30 yd range Instant Afflicts 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. Trainer / starting spell	Train Core Affliction damage over time. It can coexist with a Curse in Forever; give it time to tick before buying more damage on the same kill.
58pet level	Consume ShadowsRank 6 480 Mana Channeled Demon: Voidwalker The Voidwalker consumes nearby shadows to bolster its form, recovering 1,940 health over 10 sec. Cannot be used while in combat. Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
58	Create HealthstoneRank 5 1,120 Mana 3 sec cast Reagents: Soul Shard Creates a Major Healthstone that can be used to instantly restore 1,440 health. Conjured items disappear if logged out for more than 15 minutes. Trainer / starting spell	Train Keep useful ranks current while you regularly use this ability in the Affliction solo toolkit.
58	Death CoilRank 3 600 Mana · 30 yd range Instant · 2 min cooldown Causes 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. Trainer / starting spell	Utility Learn the control, escape, dispel or group tool. If a later rank only adds damage, it can wait; keep ranks that improve its useful effect.
58pet level	FireboltRank 7 115 Mana · 30 yd range 2 sec cast Demon: Imp Deals 42 to 48 Fire damage to a target. Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
58	Rain of FireRank 4 1,185 Mana · 30 yd range Channeled Calls down a fiery rain to burn enemies in the area of effect for 884 Fire damage over 8 sec. Trainer / starting spell	Defer Lower priority for Affliction solo levelling. Buy when you switch builds, use this attack regularly, or take the matching dungeon role.
58	Searing PainRank 6 168 Mana · 30 yd range 1.5 sec cast Inflict searing pain on the enemy target, causing 107 to 125 Fire damage. Causes a high amount of threat. Trainer / starting spell	Defer Lower priority for Affliction solo levelling. Buy when you switch builds, use this attack regularly, or take the matching dungeon role.
58	Siphon LifeRank 4 365 Mana · 30 yd range Instant Transfers 41 health from the target to the caster every 3 sec. Lasts 30 sec. Trainer · requires talent	Train Keep useful ranks current while you regularly use this ability in the Affliction solo toolkit.
58pet level	Soothing KissRank 4 100 Mana · 10 yd range Instant · 4 sec cooldown Demon: Succubus Soothes the target, increasing the chance that it will attack something else. More effective than Soothing Kiss (Rank 3). Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
58	Subjugate DemonRank 3 700 Mana · 30 yd range 3 sec cast Reagents: Soul Shard Subjugates 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. Trainer / starting spell	Situational Read the rank effect below. Buy for a task you plan to use—group support, a particular enemy type, travel or an alternate build—rather than clearing the trainer list.
60	Bane of DoomUnranked 300 Mana · 30 yd range Instant · 1 min cooldown Afflicts the target with impending doom, causing 1,742 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. Trainer / starting spell	Situational Read the rank effect below. Buy for a task you plan to use—group support, a particular enemy type, travel or an alternate build—rather than clearing the trainer list.
60	ConflagrateRank 6 255 Mana · 30 yd range Instant · 10 sec cooldown Ignites a target that is already afflicted by your Immolate spell, dealing 251 to 313 Fire damage and consuming your Immolate effect. Trainer · requires talent	Defer Lower priority for Affliction solo levelling. Buy when you switch builds, use this attack regularly, or take the matching dungeon role.
60	CorruptionRank 7 340 Mana · 30 yd range 2 sec cast Corrupts the target, causing 438 Shadow damage over 18 sec. Trainer / starting spell	Train A main Affliction damage-over-time spell. Keep its ranks current and allow the ticks to work rather than refreshing a dying target.
60	Create SoulstoneRank 5 85% of base mana 3 sec cast Reagents: Soul Shard Creates 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 2,200 health and 2,800 mana. Conjured items disappear if logged out for more than 15 minutes. Trainer / starting spell	Train Keep useful ranks current while you regularly use this ability in the Affliction solo toolkit.
60	Create SpellstoneRank 3 1,000 Mana 5 sec cast Reagents: Soul Shard Creates 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. Trainer / starting spell	Defer Lower priority for Affliction solo levelling. Buy when you switch builds, use this attack regularly, or take the matching dungeon role.
60	Demon ArmorRank 5 1,580 Mana Instant Protects the caster, increasing armor by 570, Shadow resistance by 15 and increases health regeneration by 15 health per 5 sec. for 30 min. Trainer / starting spell	Train Keep useful ranks current while you regularly use this ability in the Affliction solo toolkit.
60	Health FunnelRank 7 20 yd range Channeled Gives 153 health to the caster's pet every second for 10 sec as long as the caster channels. Generates reduced threat. Trainer / starting spell	Train Keep useful ranks current while you regularly use this ability in the Affliction solo toolkit.
60	ImmolateRank 7 370 Mana · 30 yd range 2 sec cast Burns the enemy for 146 Fire damage and then an additional 260 Fire damage over 15 sec. Trainer / starting spell	Situational Train if your rotation uses its full damage. Extra damage-over-time spells on an almost-dead target waste mana.
60	ImmolateRank 8 380 Mana · 30 yd range 2 sec cast Burns the enemy for 158 Fire damage and then an additional 275 Fire damage over 15 sec. Trainer / starting spell	Situational Train if your rotation uses its full damage. Extra damage-over-time spells on an almost-dead target waste mana.
60	IncinerateRank 3 325 Mana · 30 yd range 2.5 sec cast Deals 201 to 233 Fire damage to your target and an additional 25% damage if the target is afflicted by Immolate. Trainer · requires talent	Defer Lower priority for Affliction solo levelling. Buy when you switch builds, use this attack regularly, or take the matching dungeon role.
60pet level	Lash of PainRank 6 160 Mana · Melee Range Instant · 12 sec cooldown Demon: Succubus An instant attack that lashes the target, causing 50 Shadow damage. Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
60	Ritual of DoomUnranked 100% of base mana · 30 yd range Channeled · 1 hour cooldown Reagents: Demonic Figurine Begins 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. Trainer / starting spell	Situational Read the rank effect below. Buy for a task you plan to use—group support, a particular enemy type, travel or an alternate build—rather than clearing the trainer list.
60	Shadow BoltRank 10 380 Mana · 30 yd range 3 sec cast Sends a shadowy bolt at the enemy, causing 253 to 283 Shadow damage. Trainer / starting spell	Train Keep useful ranks current while you regularly use this ability in the Affliction solo toolkit.
60	Shadow BoltRank 9 370 Mana · 30 yd range 3 sec cast Sends a shadowy bolt at the enemy, causing 237 to 265 Shadow damage. Trainer / starting spell	Train Keep useful ranks current while you regularly use this ability in the Affliction solo toolkit.
60	Shadow WardRank 4 320 Mana Instant · 30 sec cooldown Absorbs 920 shadow damage. Lasts 30 sec. Trainer / starting spell	Situational Read the rank effect below. Buy for a task you plan to use—group support, a particular enemy type, travel or an alternate build—rather than clearing the trainer list.
60pet level	SufferingRank 4 600 Mana Instant · 2 min cooldown Demon: Voidwalker Taunts all enemies within 10 yards, increasing the chance that they will attack the Voidwalker. More effective than Suffering (Rank 3). Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.
60pet level	TormentRank 6 145 Mana · Melee Range Instant · 5 sec cooldown Demon: Voidwalker Taunts the creature, increasing the chance that it will attack the Voidwalker. More effective than Torment (Rank 5). Pet ability · pet level	Situational Pet-level requirement. Learn or buy ranks for a compatible companion you use; these are not ordinary character-trainer spells.

Train — main toolkit. Utility — useful effect; damage-only upgrades can wait. Situational — buy for your route or role. Defer — lower priority for this solo build.

Client records: build 1.60.1.70170 · 3 October 2026. These are unlock levels, not a guarantee of trainer stock. Talent levels are minimums; points, quests, race and special sources still apply. Pet rows use the pet’s level. Training prices are not included; check your trainer’s quote. Later beta content may change.

Sources and beta updates

Written for WoW Forever beta. Ability values and talent choices can change with updates; check your current in-game tooltips when a detail differs.

Method — Warlock routes, demons and utility · Mobalytics — Warlock levelling · Icy Veins — Ragefire Chasm rewards · Wowhead — Hall of Thanes quests and rewards · TalentsForever — licensed beta spell and talent records · Wowhead — level-20 Warlock equipment

Community tips are linked beside the relevant advice. They describe player experience; they are not measured class rankings.

Warlock levelling guide

Create your character

Your first quests and fights

Training and talents

Gear, professions and supplies

Your first dungeon

Spell ranks and training budget

Sources and beta updates