Subtlety

Druid · Restoration · Row 2 of 7 · 3 ranks
Changed from Classic

Subtlety sits in row 2 of the Druid Restoration tree. A talent tree is simply the grid of talents for one class role. It can take up to 3 points. Max it fully, or put in a few points just to open the rows below.

Changed from Classic. This talent now works differently than in Classic, so read the ranks below before you spend any points.

What Subtlety does at each rank

A rank is one level of a talent. Every rank makes the effect a bit stronger. The list below uses the exact wording from the beta client, word for word.

Rank 1: Reduces the threat generated by your Nature and Arcane spells by 10%.
Rank 2: Reduces the threat generated by your Nature and Arcane spells by 20%.
Rank 3: Reduces the threat generated by your Nature and Arcane spells by 30%.

How to reach Subtlety

Row 2 opens after you spend 5 points in the earlier Restoration rows. Level 15 is the earliest you can pick up Subtlety.

Is Subtlety worth the points?

Every rank makes the effect stronger, so putting in a few points while leveling is totally fine. Max it when the final rank is the heart of your endgame build. And if you only need it as a stepping stone, no shame in stopping early.

Starter builds that take it

These starter builds already put points into Subtlety. Open one and see how it fits in a real build:

Restoration Healer (Healer · Raids)

Try Subtlety in the Druid calculator

Elsewhere in Restoration

Planning the rest of the tree? These talents sit right next to Subtlety:

Nature's Focus · Furor · Naturalist · Natural Shapeshifter · Reflection · Gift of Nature · Gift of the Earthmother · Tranquil Spirit · Improved Rejuvenation · Swiftmend · Nature's Swiftness · Living Spirit