Ability

Assassinate

A melee attack that can only hit from behind. This attack ignores shield and has 50% crit chance.

A 10-damage backstab-only attack with 50% crit chance that ignores shields — the Thief's ultimate damage ability, best preceded by Sneak Up, Stalk, or Distract to guarantee back positioning before firing.

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Details

Ability TypeActive

Mana Cost8

EffectA Melee Attack That Can Only Hit From Behind. This Attack Ignores Shield And Has 50% Crit Chance.

Is InheritableNo

Damage Amount10

ElementMelee

Source CategoryClass

Class

Thief

Quick Facts

Type: Ability
Source: Class
Confidence: High
Verified: Feb 23, 2026

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