Defiance
What it does Adds Defense, so physical hits deal less damage.
These are base learned-level effects, not final character-sheet damage. Account for equipment bonuses, synergies, modifiers and enemy resistances.
Effects by level
| Level | Effect | Cooldown |
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Evolution requirements
Synergies and practical checks
- It takes 10% off physical hits at level 1 and 19% at level 5, as Damage Reduced, from Diablo II’s +% Defense.
- Damage Reduced from every source stops at 50% .
- Each level also raises Holy Shield’s Defense.
Skill modifiers
- Last Stand —
- Bulwark —
- Rebuke —
View in a class guide: Paladin
Observed version history
| Patch | Observed at | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 20261101.1 | 2026-11-02T07:17:50.548Z | Verified |
| 20261030.2 | 2026-11-01T03:04:00+09:00 | Verified |