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Searing Axe

Slam down a molten axe, spewing molten lava forward that damages and knocks back enemies struck.

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TL;DR

Searing Axe is a top-tier melee ability in the current meta, offering great burst damage and valuable knockback utility on a relatively short cooldown.

High damageAoE
Instant castPow!
Short cooldown12 sec
Short range15 yds
Decent controlKnockback
No mobility

Strengths

  • Immense frontloaded burst damage, perfect for punishing enemies clumped in a line

  • Knockback effect creates distance and can be used to peel or set up kills near environmental hazards

Weaknesses

  • Narrow cone requires precise positioning to maximize damage and knockback

  • 12 second cooldown demands thoughtful usage to avoid wasting damage potential

Guides

  • How to use Searing Axe in Plunderstorm

    How to use Searing Axe in Plunderstorm

    Searing Axe is a powerful offensive ability that excels at punishing enemies grouped in front of you. Let's learn how to use it to turn the tide of a fight in your favor.

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