Feral Druid DPS Spec, Builds, and Talents — Midnight Season 1

In Midnight, Druid of the Claw is capable of dealing good damage, in particular through burst cooldowns using Convoke the Spirits, Berserk and Focused Frenzy. Its slightly weaker interactions with the Apex Talent, Unseen Predator, alongside Ferocious Bite being less impactful currently, puts it slightly behind its competitor:

In Midnight, Wildstalker's talent package and interactions with stronger talents on the spec tree give it the edge in single-target scenarios. In particular the bonus Rip damage provided by Unseen Predator helps amplify its DoT-centric playstyle, and as such is the recommended choice currently:

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In single-target, Druid of the Claw makes sure to pick up as many talents that enhance Ferocious Bite as possible - in particular Saber Jaws. One exception is Apex Predator's Craving, which actually interferes with the power of Ravage procs. It makes sure to pick up the entire suite of Berserk talents and pairs them with Convoke the Spirits for burst. At the bottom, it also picks both Focused Frenzy and Chomp, enhancing them with Tear Down the Mighty. Finally, it invests all four points into the Apex Talent, Unseen Predator.

In single-target, Wildstalker still maintains a focus on DoT effects and Bleeds. As such, it makes sure to pick up as many enhancing effects as possible - especially Circle of Life and Death. It picks up the entire suite of Berserk talents, pairing it with Convoke the Spirits and Ashamane's Guidance, giving it powerful 1-minute and 2-minute burst. It also Lunar Inspiration for a third DoT, and Focused Frenzy for on demand damage every 30 seconds with Tiger's Fury. Finally, it invests all four points into the Apex Talent, Unseen Predator.

For a detailed overview on how this build plays, check out our Rotation page.

In Midnight, Druid of the Claw remains the better pick both due to its better time hybridizing between single-target and AoE, and easier execution. Pair that with the extra defensive benefits it brings, and it stays our recommended choice going into Season 1:

Wildstalker is improved in Midnight, but it has to make some sacrifices to work in both single-target and AoE, which limits it more than its competitor. While it does get good value out of the Apex Talent, Unseen Predator, it's not enough to make up for what is lost when grabbing AoE options:

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Druid of the Claw follows similar build goals in Midnight as it did previously. It makes sure to switch some single-target points over to both Primal Wrath and Rampant Ferocity to convert Ferocious Bite to AoE, while taking Wild Slashes to amplify Swipe as an AoE builder. Hunger for Battle is a key new pick, providing both more damage and smoother Energy management throughout a dungeon. It also picks up both the Berserk and Convoke the Spirits for cooldowns, while shifting to Frantic Frenzy to convert Feral Frenzy into AoE. Finally, it invests all four points into the Apex Talent, Unseen Predator.

Wildstalker suffers a bit from having to switch out of its single-target tools, but can still deliver solid damage. It always makes sure to take both Primal Wrath and Rampant Ferocity to convert spenders into AoE, while picking up Double-Clawed Rake to apply DoTs easier. Both Berserk and Convoke the Spirits are taken for longer cooldowns, while Feral Frenzy and Frantic Frenzy are also picked up for mid-range burst. It also leans on the new Hunger for Battle to sustain Energy between pulls. Finally, it invests all four points into the Apex Talent, Unseen Predator.

For a detailed overview on how this build plays, check out our Rotation page.

While weaker in Delves due to the erratic combat time and large amount of unimportant enemies, Wildstalker can still be a reasonable choice due to its simplicity. It still packs a similar punch with burst damage, but the lower defense and higher investment into damage over time effects make it the weaker choice.

Druid of the Claw really shines in delves due to the massive amount of extra survival and on-demand burst AoE the tree provides. Pair that with extra benefits from dropping combat and a reliable burst profile, and you have a spec that can handle anything even the most dangerous Delves can throw at you.

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This tree grants access to Ravage, which is triggered via auto-attacks, massively empowering your next Ferocious Bite. Specific mechanics are:

• Ravage deals AoE damage, and is triggered via your auto-attack procs and during Berserk via Claw Rampage.
• Tear Down the Mighty improves both Feral Frenzy and Chomp damage.

This positions Druid of the Claw as a more flexible option, bringing both extra cleave and burst. It also provides superior defensive benefits, improving both Bear Form and granting easier access to Frenzied Regeneration.

Conversely, Wildstalker focuses heavily on DoT effects and Bleeds in the Feral toolkit. Most importantly, Bloodseeker Vines will grow on targets affected by Rake and Rip, dealing Bleed damage and amplifying your other abilities. Some specific mechanics are:

• Hunt Beneath the Open Skies encourages Lunar Inspiration, leaning into a heavier DoT playstyle.
• Bursting Growth causes additional AoE when you cast Ferocious Bite on targets affected by Bloodseeker Vines, providing additional benefits to your finishers.

Wildstalker is definitely more focused on single-target due to its heavy Bleed and DoT focus, and struggles a little more to hybridize. That said, it's very good at its speciality, and brings excellent burst as well once your debuffs are set up.