AoE Burst with Shuriken Storm and Crimson Tempest
This macro casts Shuriken Storm for energy generation and applies Crimson Tempest for sustained AoE damage.
#showtooltip Shuriken Storm
/cast Shuriken Storm
/cast Crimson TempestAssassination Rogue AoE Rotation Macros
An Assassination Rogue's Area of Effect (AoE) rotation benefits greatly from macros that streamline targeting and ability usage. These macros help in efficiently spreading damage across multiple enemies and maintaining critical debuffs. They are essential for maximizing output in multi-target cleave and AoE scenarios.
Starter macros
Stealth AoE Opener
Opens with a stealth Shuriken Storm, then applies Crimson Tempest for initial burst and DoT spread.
#showtooltip Shuriken Storm
/cast [stealth] Shuriken Storm; Crimson TempestFan of Knives and Poison Bomb Combo
This macro casts Fan of Knives for energy and applies poisons, combined with a chance for Poison Bomb.
#showtooltip Fan of Knives
/cast Fan of KnivesFAQ
Why use AoE macros as an Assassination Rogue?
AoE macros for Assassination Rogues help to optimize damage in multi-target situations by combining abilities. They ensure efficient energy usage and debuff application, leading to higher overall DPS.
What abilities are crucial for Assassination Rogue AoE?
Shuriken Storm, Crimson Tempest, and Fan of Knives are core to Assassination Rogue AoE. Shuriken Storm generates combo points and energy, while Crimson Tempest is your primary AoE finisher. Fan of Knives applies poisons in an AoE.
Can I incorporate cooldowns into AoE macros?
While you can, it's generally recommended to keep major cooldowns like Vendetta separate from standard rotation macros. This allows more control over their usage for optimal timing and target selection in diverse combat scenarios.