WoW Cataclysm: Rogue 1-85 Leveling Build Guide, Assassination Spec
This is a build in WoW Cataclysm Beta that is an Assassination spec leveling build for rogues. This build may change by the time Cataclysm is officially released so bookmark this page and check back with us for the latest Cataclysm Rogue builds. This build focuses on dagger usage.
Remember, in Wow Cataclysm, rogue leveling is different. There is a max of only 41 talent points. 31 points will hit the highest skill in your tree, 41 will max a tree. In WoW Cataclysm, rogues at level 10 will be given a choice of which spec tree they want to level. You have to stay in that tree till you achieve the top talent in that tree. Only then can you branch out to other trees and spend your 10 additional spec points.
You also get a Mastery bonus from your trainer once you achieve your top talent in your tree. This is a reward for Rogues for leveling a tree to the top!
This guide is just an overview of one of the way to level as a rogue. For the best guide to help you level like the pros check out Zygor’s Leveling Guide!
WoW Cataclysm Rogue Leveling Build Assassination Spec:
To hit the top skill in assassination skill tree for Rogues you need 31 talents. Here are the initial 31 Assassination specs. To view the Rogue Talent Tree Initial 31 skills look here.
- 2/2 – Deadly Momentum
- 3/3 – Coup de Grace
- 3/3 - Puncturing Wounds
- 2/2 – Blackjack
- 1/1 – Cold Blood
- 2/2 – Deadly Brew
- 3/3 – Vile Poisons
- 2/2 – Seal Fate
- 3/3 – Deadened Nerves
- 1/1 – Overkill
- 2/2 – Murderous Intent
- 1/2 – Expose Armor
- 3/3 – Cut to the Chase
- 2/2 – Venomous Wounds
- 1/1 – Vendetta
What To Do With You next 10 Rogue Spec Points
Where you go from here is up to you. There is much debate on whether to max out the Assassination talent tree or to put the points into other trees. Remember, there is a mastery bonus for the Assassination tree, so putting your points there wouldnt hurt. For this leveling build however, we put our points in other trees.
- 3/3 – Precision
- 3/3 – Relentless Strikes
- 2/2 – Nightslalker
- 2/3 – Opportunity
For the Full Cataclysm Rogue Leveling Build Assassination Spec Tree Click Here.
Rogue Leveling Guide Glyphs
I am not suggesting glyphs yet as there is rumor that there will be new glyphs when Cataclysm gets released. Check back after the official releas of wow cataclysm to see the rogue assassination leveling guide glyphs.
Do You Want To Level Your Rogue Faster Like The Pros?
If you are having trouble leveling your rogue or need to level faster in WoW Cataclysm I highly suggest you check out Zygor’s Leveling Guide. It has the perfect leveling path that gets you to 85 faster and easier than any other way. No matter what level you are, you load the guide and it points with an arrow to the direction of each monster, quest giver, trainer etc. Its pretty crazy. It also has an in game box that tells you exactly what to do, like kill 5 boars, run west 10 miles, etc. If you dont have this in game add on guide, honestly, you are missing out. You can find out more here or check out the Zygor Cataclysm Leveling Guide Review.
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December 4th, 2010 at 9:25 pm
What poisons should be used on your main-hand and off-hand with this spec??
December 4th, 2010 at 10:09 pm
With Cataclysm coming out Tuesday, do you have a complete update we can use?
***Glyphs, rotation, poisons, complete confirmed build, etc